Review of multi-species biofilm formation from foodborne pathogens: multi-species biofilms and removal methodology
Unji Kim, Jinhee Kim, Se‐Wook Oh
Abstract
Multi-species biofilms are ubiquitous worldwide and are a concern in the food industry. Multi-species biofilms have a higher resistance to antimicrobial therapies than mono-species biofilms. In addition, multi-species biofilms can cause severe foodborne diseases. To remove multi-species biofilms, controlling the formation process of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) and quorum sensing (QS) effects is essential. EPS disruption, inhibition of QS, and disinfection have been utilized to remove multi-species biofilms. This review presents information on the formation and novel removal methods for multi-species biofilms.
Topics & Concepts
BiofilmQuorum sensingExtracellular polymeric substanceAntimicrobialMicrobiologyBiologyChemistryBacteriaGeneticsBacterial biofilms and quorum sensingWater Treatment and DisinfectionLegionella and Acanthamoeba research