IGEM:IMPERIAL/2007/Projects/Biofilm Production

Biofilm Production: Introduction

• Introduction
• Specifications
• Design
• Modelling
• Implementation
• Testing/Validation
• Notes
• References

• Mesh Application : Form biofilms on a mesh and use our system to detect when formation is complete

• Anti-Barnacle Coating on ships : Can use our system to maintain growth of biofilm which will secrete chemical when it comes in contact with a barnacle / mussel. Mechanism is complex
  • Mussels can't attach to hydrophobic substances (http://www.calpoly.edu/~deastlic/surface_chem/home.html)

• Make garbage smell nice !
  • smell of garbage/landfill garbagesmell
    Potential use in ensuring the landfill doesn't leak into soil