Biodiversity, community structure and function of biofilms in stream ecosystems

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
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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