Determining The Ability Of Pseudomonas Fluorescens To Develop Into Bacterial Biofilm On Various Mediums
School Name
Greenville Technical Charter High School
Grade Level
10th Grade
Presentation Topic
Microbiology
Presentation Type
Non-Mentored
Oral Presentation Award
1st Place
Abstract
Bacterial biofilms can prove helpful in water purification or nutrient cycling but can also prove harmful as they can cause persistent infections in humans and clog pipes or medical devices. The purpose of this project is to test the ability of biofilm to form on different surfaces; utilizing a “model” bacteria similar to the one which forms into biofilm, I will test the ability of bacterial biofilm to grow on glass slides, as well as everyday surfaces like steel, polyester, and different fabrics. Upon completion of the experiment, one can implement the acquired data and discover which mediums must be properly maintained to prevent formation of bacterial biofilm, and once can apply this knowledge to other areas of microbiology.
Recommended Citation
Abdeladl, Roann, "Determining The Ability Of Pseudomonas Fluorescens To Develop Into Bacterial Biofilm On Various Mediums" (2016). South Carolina Junior Academy of Science. 193.
https://scholarexchange.furman.edu/scjas/2016/all/193
Location
Owens 110
Start Date
4-16-2016 11:45 AM
Determining The Ability Of Pseudomonas Fluorescens To Develop Into Bacterial Biofilm On Various Mediums
Owens 110
Bacterial biofilms can prove helpful in water purification or nutrient cycling but can also prove harmful as they can cause persistent infections in humans and clog pipes or medical devices. The purpose of this project is to test the ability of biofilm to form on different surfaces; utilizing a “model” bacteria similar to the one which forms into biofilm, I will test the ability of bacterial biofilm to grow on glass slides, as well as everyday surfaces like steel, polyester, and different fabrics. Upon completion of the experiment, one can implement the acquired data and discover which mediums must be properly maintained to prevent formation of bacterial biofilm, and once can apply this knowledge to other areas of microbiology.
