Researchers investigate how microbes feel their way around

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Apr 22, 2025, 2:14 pm137 pts
Understanding how bacteria form communities on surfaces, including biofilms, has significant implications for both health and industry. Cells use tactile sensors to detect surfaces and convert the sense of touch into biochemical signals to colonize surfaces.

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