Proteus

  • Educational Integration of Biofilm Research: Creating a Versatile Assay for Diverse Bacterial Species

    Alex Hossainkhail*, Ariana Ascherl*, Shirin Haan, Olivia Walker, and Dr. Sandy Fox-Moon

    Biofilms, as complex assemblies of microorganisms, presentsignificant implications in medical and environmental settings due to their role in chronic infections and antibiotic resistance. This study explores the biofilm formation of various bacterial species (Proteus mirabilis, Proteus vulgaris, Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Staphylococcus epidermidis) and their application in the classroom… Read more →