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- Title
Biyofilm Yapısı ve Önlenmesi.
- Authors
Kartal, Mehmet Onur; Ekinci, Melike Baran; Poyraz, Büşra
- Abstract
Biofilm is a complex matrix, containing EPS (exopolysaccharide or extracellular polymeric substance), proteins, eDNA (extracellular DNA, extracellular DNA), various enzymes and the microorganism itself, secreted by bacteria, yeasts, molds and blue green algae. Biofilm protects microorganisms from harsh or toxic conditions, increases their microbial competitiveness in environments, and is also used in some cellular functions. Biofilms are ecologically protective and functional. Biofilms, consisting of different bacterial species, are steadied to the bioremediation of wastes in a number of industries such as food, textile, paper and mining. Additionally, some kind of biofilms are used in production of microbial energy and biofertilizer. Biofilms, which are produced by some bacteria in the human intestine system, may act as a protector against foodborne pathogenic microorganisms. On the other hand, biofilm is the main source of dental plaque formation and tissue infections. It also causes various problems in the food industry. Especially it may form on steel surfaces, inner surfaces of pipes, auxiliary tools and equipment causing pollution, pathogenicity and spoilage in foods. This situation may also cause serious economic losses. Therefore, in the food industry, it is necessary to prevent the formation of biofilm at its initial stage or to eliminate the already formed biofilm structure. Good knowledge of biofilm structure provides convenience in preventing these structures. In this review, information is given about the definition of biofilm, biofilm formation and its prevention in the food industry and other fields.
- Subjects
FOOD industrial waste; CELL physiology; MICROBIAL enzymes; FOOD spoilage; DENTAL plaque; MICROBIAL exopolysaccharides
- Publication
Academic Food Journal / Akademik GIDA, 2021, Vol 19, Issue 3, p353
- ISSN
1304-7582
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.24323/akademik-gida.1011231