Bacteria to biofoulers: causative factors in the development of the marine biofouling community
Abstract
We will provide rapid evaluation of experimental coatings in a tropical setting where biofouling is rapid and severe. We will continue exploration of identities of the cues biofilm bacterial species produce to induce the recruitment of major biofouling organisms, especially Hydroides elegans. Based on our prior research, we will: (1) determine if cues produced by abundant members of the biofilm community induce metamorphosis of H. elegans; (2) identify the active moiety of the cue that induces metamorphosis; (3) identify and characterize the receptors that H. elegans uses to sense the cue; (4) determine if reducing the expression of these receptors inhibits metamorphosis. Together, this new information will advance understanding of the molecular elements that control biofouling.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- May 15, 2023
- Source ID
- N000142312440
Entities
People
- Michael Hadfield
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy
- University of Hawaiʻi System