#Study finds gene targets to combat microorganisms binding to underwater surfaces
“#Study finds gene targets to combat microorganisms binding to underwater surfaces” A micrograph of diatoms forming biofilm with oval morphotype dominant in the community. Credit: NYUAD A group of synthetic biologists at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) have identified new genetic targets that could lead to safe, biologically-based approaches to combat marine biofouling—the process of sea-based…