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A novel acoustic wave device for real-time measurement of bacterial attachment and biofilm formation
Reference
0014825
Principal Investigator / Supervisor
Professor Geoffrey Hanlon
Co-Investigators /
Co-Supervisors
Institution
University of Brighton
Department
Sch of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences
Funding type
Research
Value (£)
70,049
Status
Completed
Type
Research Grant
Start date
01/04/2001
End date
01/10/2002
Duration
18 months
Abstract
This research programme aims to develop a novel acoustic detection system capable of monitoring, in situ and in real time, events surrounding bacterial attachment to surfaces and subsequent biofilm formation. The acoustic wave monitoring device will be based on quartz piezoelectric crystal technology, which is well developed in the applicant's laboratory. The system will, if successful, allow investigation into the influence of surface chemistry on the microbial attachment process, surface growth and exopolysaccharide production and the consolidation of the adhered bacteria into mature biofilm.
Summary
unavailable
Committee
Closed Committee - Engineering & Biological Systems (EBS)
Research Topics
X – not assigned to a current Research Topic
Research Priority
X – Research Priority information not available
Research Initiative
ROPA 2000 (ROPA2000) [2000]
Funding Scheme
X – not Funded via a specific Funding Scheme
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