Dynamics of single P. aeruginosa cells under shear during biofilm formation

The proposed project involves the use of a combination of two techniques i.e., rheology, confocal microscopy and image analysis, aimed at understanding the physics of bacterial cells at interfaces. Given the fact that the interactions and the interplay of forces are complicated at interfaces, the proposed study can provide significantly valuable insights into the dynamics of bacterial cells at interfaces. Since interfaces are a common habitat of bacteria in nature, this proposed study can greatly enhance the knowledge and understanding of their dynamics at interfaces.

Faculty Supervisor:

Giovanniantonio Natale

Student:

Partner:

Forschungszentrum Jülich (Institut für Biologische Informationsprozesse)

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology; Biomanufacturing; Sustainability & the Environment

University:

University of Calgary

Program:

Globalink Research Award

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