Among the different types of nanocellulose being investigated, bacterial cellulose (BC) or
bacterial nanocellulose (BNC) is receiving tremendous attention due to its purity and …

Polysaccharides are dominant features of most bacterial surfaces and are displayed in
different formats. Many bacteria produce abundant long-chain capsular polysaccharides …

Cellulose is the most abundant biological compound on Earth and while it is the
predominant building constituent of plants, it is also a key extracellular matrix component in …

Cellulose, the most abundant biopolymer on Earth, is not only the predominant constituent of
plants but also a key extracellular polysaccharide in the biofilms of many bacterial species …

Many bacterial species in nature possess the ability to transition into a sessile lifestyle and
aggregate into cohesive colonies, known as biofilms. Within a biofilm, bacterial cells are …

Biofilms are a widespread multicellular form of bacterial life. The spatial structure and
emergent properties of these communities depend on a polymeric extracellular matrix …

New strategies to improve crop yield include the incorporation of plant growth-promoting
bacteria in agricultural practices. The non-pathogenic bacterium Pseudomonas putida …

Highlights•Bacteria have evolved sophisticated nanomachines for biofilm EPS
secretion.•These secure processive glycan polymerization, export and polymer …

Polysaccharides are essential biopolymers produced in all kingdoms of life. On the cell
surface, they represent versatile architectural components, forming protective capsules and …

Salmonella can form biofilms that contribute to its resistance in food processing
environments. Biofilms are a dense population of cells that adhere to the surface, creating a …