Springer - The Biofilm Primer (Springer Series on Biofilms, 1)

The Biofilm Primer offers a deep look into the hypothesis that most bacteria in nearly all ecosystems grow within matrix-enclosed biofilms. Written by the author who first proposed this biofilm hypothesis, this text provides a foundation for understanding bacterial processes across environmental, industrial, and pathogenic settings. Moving beyond the conventional culture methods that defined microbiology for the last century, this book uses direct evidence from microscopy and molecular techniques. It presents clear reasons for why researchers must look toward biofilms to understand how bacteria function in natural and engineered ecosystems. Whether you are studying infectious diseases or microbial processes in the environment, this volume serves as a solid basis for modern microbiological study.