Project description
The role of the biofilm matrix in microbial communities
Bacteria live in complex microbial communities predominantly organised in biofilms. Emerging evidence suggests that bacterial intrinsic interactions are driven by biofilm matrix composition. BioMatrix is an EU-funded project that aims to investigate the biofilm-related mechanisms that define microbial communities. Researchers aim to change and track the expression of biofilm matrix components and assess the functional outcome under different ecological conditions. Project results will provide fundamental knowledge into the activity and resilience of microbial communities, with direct biotechnology applications. Moreover, BioMatrix deliverables are expected to shift research away from simplified in vitro studies of single model organisms.
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Funding Scheme
ERC-COG - Consolidator Grant
Host institution
1165 Kobenhavn
Denmark
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1165 Kobenhavn
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