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Influence of temperature and plumbing material selection on biofilm formation and growth of legionella pneumophila in a model potable water system containing complex microbial flora.

Author(s) : ROGERS J., DOWSETT A. B., DENNIS P. J., LEE J. V., KEEVIL C. W.

Type of article: Article

Summary

A two-stage model system was used. In the presence of copper surfaces, biofilms forming on adjacent control glass surfaces were found to incorporate copper ions which subsequently inhibited colonization of their surfaces. This work suggests that the use of copper tubing in water systems may help to limit the colonization of water systems by Legionella pneumophila.

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  • Original title: Influence of temperature and plumbing material selection on biofilm formation and growth of legionella pneumophila in a model potable water system containing complex microbial flora.
  • Record ID : 1995-2259
  • Languages: English
  • Source: Appl. environ. Microbiol. - vol. 60 - n. 5
  • Publication date: 1994/05
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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