Review of multi-species biofilm formation from foodborne pathogens: multi-species biofilms and removal methodology

Multi-species biofilms are ubiquitous worldwide and are a concern in the food industry. Multi-species biofilms have a higher resistance to antimicrobial therapies than mono-species biofilms. In addition, multi-species biofilms can cause severe foodborne diseases. To remove multi-species biofilms, controlling the formation process of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) and quorum sensing (QS) effects is essential. EPS disruption, inhibition of QS, and disinfection have been utilized to remove multi-species biofilms. This review presents information on the formation and novel removal methods for multi-species biofilms.

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Multi-species biofilms are prevalent worldwide and pose a concern in the food industry due to their resistance to antimicrobial therapies and potential to cause foodborne diseases. Effective removal of multi-species biofilms involves controlling the formation of EPS and QS. Strategies such as EPS disruption, QS inhibition, and disinfection have been employed for removing multi-species biofilms.