Nanosurf’s Post

✨ Unveiling Biofilm Architecture: Nanoscale Imaging over a Millimeter ✨ Researchers led by Liam Collins at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have pioneered a transformative approach to understanding bacterial biofilm formation. Their recent preprint explores how automated Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) decodes the intricate world of Pantoea sp. YR343 on treated glass surfaces—revealing complexities invisible through traditional methods. 🔑 Key Findings: • 🐝 Observed a preferred cellular orientation forming a honeycomb pattern • 🔗 Identified the critical role of flagella in biofilm assembly • 🧪 Demonstrated potential for screening surface modifications to control bacterial attachment • 🔍 Revealed spatial heterogeneity and cellular morphology during biofilm formation Biofilms are more than bacterial clusters; they are resilient microbial communities challenging researchers across medical, industrial, and environmental domains. Where conventional AFM fell short—small scan ranges and labor-intensive processes—DriveAFM brings a paradigm shift. 🤖 By leveraging machine learning for image stitching and cellular detection, it captures millimeter-scale areas with unprecedented detail. Its potential for screening surface modifications to control bacterial attachment could revolutionize biofilm management. 🔬 Science doesn't just observe; it reimagines possibilities. https://hubs.la/Q0342H_D0