Mechanical forces shape bacterial biofilms' puzzling patterns
Monday, March 23, 2020 - 09:10
in Biology & Nature
Belying their slimy natures, the sticky patches of bacteria called biofilms often form intricate, starburst-like patterns as they grow. Now, researchers at Princeton University have combined expertise in molecular biology, mechanical engineering and mathematical modeling to unravel the physical processes underlying these curious crinkles.