Ramage, G. , Rajendran, R., Gutierrez-Correa, M., Jones, B. and Williams, C. (2011) Aspergillus biofilms: clinical and industrial significance. FEMS Microbiology Letters, 324(2), pp. 89-97. (doi: 10.1111/j.1574-6968.2011.02381.x)
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Abstract
The biofilm phenotype is an increasingly important concept in mycological research. Recently, there has been a developing interest in whether Aspergillus species are truly able to form biofilms or not. Industrial mycologists have long been aware of biofilms and their benefit in fermentation processes, whereas clinically their role is uncertain. This review provides an update on the impact that Aspergillus biofilms have medically and industrially, and will discuss biofilm development, and our current understanding of its molecular basis. The role of exopolymeric substance and how this substance relates to antimicrobial recalcitrance will also be discussed.
| Item Type: | Articles |
|---|---|
| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Rajendran, Dr Ranjith and Jones, Dr Brian and Ramage, Professor Gordon |
| Authors: | Ramage, G., Rajendran, R., Gutierrez-Correa, M., Jones, B., and Williams, C. |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Medicine, Dentistry & Nursing > Dental School |
| Journal Name: | FEMS Microbiology Letters |
| Publisher: | John Wiley & Sons, Inc. |
| ISSN: | 0378-1097 |
| ISSN (Online): | 1574-6968 |
| Published Online: | 08 September 2011 |
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