Abstract
97% of total biofilm cell number). Despite low relative abundance of all the remaining strains, all were indispensable for the strong synergistic effect to occur within the four-species biofilm. Moreover, absolute individual strain cell numbers were significantly enhanced when compared with those of single-species biofilms, indicating that all the individual strains benefit from inclusion in the multispecies community. Our results show a high prevalence of synergy in biofilm formation in multispecies consortia isolated from a natural bacterial habitat and suggest that interspecific cooperation occurs.
Original language | English |
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Journal | ISME Journal |
Volume | 9 |
Pages (from-to) | 81-89 |
Number of pages | 9 |
ISSN | 1751-7362 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 11 Jan 2015 |