Besemer, K. (2015) Biodiversity, community structure and function of biofilms in stream ecosystems. Research in Microbiology, 166(10), pp. 774-781. (doi: 10.1016/j.resmic.2015.05.006) (PMID:26027773)
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Abstract
Multi-species, surface-attached biofilms often dominate microbial life in streams and rivers, where they contribute substantially to biogeochemical processes. The microbial diversity of natural biofilms is huge, and may have important implications for the functioning of aquatic environments and the ecosystem services they provide. Yet the causes and consequences of biofilm biodiversity remain insufficiently understood. This review aims to give an overview of current knowledge on the distribution of stream biofilm biodiversity, the mechanisms generating biodiversity patterns and the relationship between biofilm biodiversity and ecosystem functioning.
Item Type: | Articles |
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Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Yes |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Besemer, Dr Katharina |
Authors: | Besemer, K. |
College/School: | College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering |
Journal Name: | Research in Microbiology |
Publisher: | Elsevier |
ISSN: | 0923-2508 |
ISSN (Online): | 1769-7123 |
Copyright Holders: | Copyright © 2016 Elsevier B.V. |
First Published: | First published in Research in Microbiology 166(10):774-781 |
Publisher Policy: | Reproduced in accordance with the copyright policy of the publisher. |
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