Effects of Aronia melanocarpa Constituents on Biofilm Formation of Escherichia coli and Bacillus cereus

Effects of Aronia melanocarpa Constituents on Biofilm Formation of Escherichia coli and Bacillus cereus

Many bacteria growing on surfaces form biofilms. Adaptive and genetic changes of the microorganisms in this structure make them resistant to antimicrobial agents. Biofilm-forming organisms on medical devices can pose serious threats to human health. Thus, there is a need for novel prevention and tre...

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Main Authors: Marie Bräunlich, Ole A. Økstad, Rune Slimestad, Helle Wangensteen, Karl E. Malterud, Hilde Barsett
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2013-12-01
Series:Molecules
Subjects:
Aronia melanocarpa
biofilm formation
Escherichia coli
Bacillus cereus
flavonoids
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/18/12/14989

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