Lattice Boltzmann Method in Modeling Biofilm Formation, Growth and Detachment
Biofilms are a complex and heterogeneous aggregation of multiple populations of microorganisms linked together by their excretion of extracellular polymer substances (EPS). Biofilms can cause many serious problems, such as chronic infections, food contamination and equipment corrosion, although they...
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MDPI AG
2021-07-01
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Series: | Sustainability |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/13/14/7968 |