Surfactants of microbial origin as antibiofilm agents.
Int J Environ Health Res
; 31(4): 401-420, 2021 Jun.
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| ID: mdl-31509014
ABSTRACT
The microbial world provides new energy sources and many various 'green' chemicals. One type of chemicals produced by microorganisms is the biosurfactant group. Biosurfactants are universal molecules, exhibiting surface properties often accompanied by desired biological activity. Biosurfactants are considered to be environmentally 'friendly' due to their low toxicity and biodegradable nature. These compounds have unique features and therefore they can find potential applications in many different industries, ranging from biotechnology to environmental remediation technologies. Antibacterial and antifungal activities make them relevant for applications as inhibitory agents against microbial biofilm. This review covers the current knowledge and the recent advances in the field of biosurfactants as antibiofilm agents.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Tensoativos
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Bactérias
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Biofilmes
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Fungos
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Antibacterianos
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Antifúngicos
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En
Revista:
Int J Environ Health Res
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SAUDE AMBIENTAL
Ano de publicação:
2021
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Article
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Polônia