Bacterial Biofilms: Linking Microscopic Processes to Their Material Properties and Ecological Function -- part II

Eleonora Secchi (ETH Zurich)

Aug 28. 2024, 11:00 — 12:30

The lecture will elucidate the biological and physical forces controlling the formation of biofilms, bacterial communities encased in a self-secreted polymeric matrix. In particular, we will present several biophysics studies illustrating how biofilm microstructure is affected by environmental forces and, in turn, affects its macroscopic properties and protective properties. The lecture will consistently underscore the application of soft-matter tools and analytical frameworks in biofilm investigations. Moreover, it will demonstrate the importance of recognizing the analogy between biofilms and colloidal/polymer gels, as it proves essential for controlling and engineering this ubiquitous bacterial lifestyle.

Further Information
Venue:
ESI Boltzmann Lecture Hall
Recordings:
Recording
Associated Event:
Non-equilibrium Processes in Physics and Biology (Graduate School)
Organizer(s):
Roberto Cerbino (U of Vienna)
Emanuela Del Gado (Georgetown U)
Giuseppe Foffi (Paris-Saclay U)