CORDIS Project
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This project investigates how bacteria form biofilms on surfaces, which pose significant health risks in hospitals. It aims to develop antimicrobial surfaces and understand bacterial attachment to improve infection control in healthcare settings.
90% of bacteria are found attached to solid surfaces forming structures (bio-films), that are inaccessible to drugs and antibiotics.
These bio-films represent a major problem in European society in both industry and health care.
Currently, however, we understand little about how these bio-films form and, more importantly, how they can be prevented.
This lack of understanding means that patients often suffer ‘unnecessary’ and painful infections following the formation of such films on surgical im…
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United Kingdom, Bath
Type: University / higher education
Activity type: Higher or Secondary Education Establishments
SME: No
Switzerland, Dubendorf
Type: University / higher education
Activity type: Higher or Secondary Education Establishments
SME: No
United Kingdom, Exeter
Type: University / higher education
Activity type: Higher or Secondary Education Establishments
SME: No
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