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Microscale Analyses of the Formation and Nature of Microbial Biofilm Communities in River Systems

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The review covers aspects of biofilm cultivation, laser scanning microscopy, molecular probes and digital image analyses. This is accomplished through an overview of selected studies which illustrate the application of the microscale approach and laser microscopy techniques to the study of river biofilms and the results obtained.

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Lawrence, J.R., Neu, T.R. Microscale Analyses of the Formation and Nature of Microbial Biofilm Communities in River Systems. Re/Views in Environmental Science and Bio/Technology 2, 85–97 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1023/B:RESB.0000040472.53337.57

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