Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastable “living gels” in polymeric fluids. Check it out at https://t.co/V1V3Kv0kXa! A summary is at https://t.co/O9GJDJZLUQ as well as in the tweetorial below ⬇️ https://t.co/xNpDhLF7UT
Morphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments.
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Overall, comments reflect strong support and fascination with the novel insights into bacterial behavior in polymers, exemplified by phrases like 'thrilled,' 'fantastic research,' and references to implications for 'living gels' and 'biomedical' materials, which illustrate both interest and anticipated impact in related fields.
Most discussions express enthusiasm and support for the findings, with some referencing the significance of bacterial cable formation in polymer environments.
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- The study shows that bacteria in polymer-rich environments tend to form large, snake-like structures called cables during colony growth, a behavior not typically observed in polymer-free fluids.
- Experiments combined with biophysical models reveal that these cables form because polymers cause neighboring bacteria to be attracted to each other (entropic attraction) and make it harder for cells to move apart due to the viscous nature of the environment.
- These findings highlight the significant role polymers play in shaping bacterial colony development, which can influence how bacteria interact with hosts and their surroundings, providing insights into the physical principles of colony formation in complex environments.]
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Most liked on X and BlueskyMorphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments “we found that nonmotile bacteria proliferating in sufficiently concentrated polymer solutions—both biological and synthetic—nematically align to form an intertwined network of long, serpentine, multicellular cables.” https://t.co/12PTxesrxD https://t.co/55yTjHq0Ui
Morphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments https://t.co/XuYx64ced5
Morphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments | Science Advances https://t.co/MtRF2Y4EiP
Morphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments www.science.org/doi/full/10.... #jcampubs
2025-01-19 Issue of #engineeredlivingmaterials feed: biomed.news/bims-enlima/... via @biomednews.bsky.social Includes articles on bacterial cables in polymeric environments (h/t @sebasgonz29.bsky.social), cell-laden granular composites, and smart textiles. Check the feed for excellent research!
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Bacterial Cable Formation in Polymeric Environments Explained
Bacteria form large, snake-like cables during colony growth in polymer-rich environments, driven by entropic attraction and viscous limitations, impacting bacterial interactions and colony development in complex…
Bacterial Cable Formation in Polymeric Environments
Bacteria form large, snake-like cable structures in polymer-rich environments due to entropic attraction and viscous forces, influencing colony development and interactions with hosts in complex settings.
Bacterial Cable Morphogenesis in Polymeric Environments
Bacteria in polymer-rich environments tend to form large, snake-like structures called cables during colony growth. This behavior results from polymers causing bacteria to attract each other and hindering their movement…
Bacterial Cable Formation in Polymer-Rich Environments Explained
This video explores how bacteria form large, snake-like cables in polymer-rich environments during colony growth, driven by entropic attraction and environmental viscosity, highlighting the influence of polymers on…
Bacterial Cable Morphogenesis in Polymeric Environments Analysis
This video explores how bacteria form large, snake-like cables in polymer-rich settings, driven by entropic attraction and environmental viscosity, revealing insights into colony development in complex environments.
Bacterial Cable Formation in Polymeric Environments Explained
Bacteria form snake-like cables in polymer-rich environments during colony growth. Experiments and biophysical models reveal that polymers attract bacteria and hinder separation, influencing colony development and…
Bacterial Cable Formation in Polymeric Environments: A Morphogenesis Study
This study shows that bacteria in polymer-rich environments tend to form large, snake-like structures called cables during colony growth, a behavior not typically observed in polymer-free fluids. The findings highlight…
Bacterial Cable Formation in Polymeric Environments Explained
Bacteria form large, snake-like cables in polymer-rich environments, due to entropic attraction and viscous effects, influencing colony development and interactions with hosts in complex environments.
Bacterial Cable Morphogenesis in Polymeric Environments Explained
The study shows that bacteria in polymer-rich environments tend to form large, snake-like structures called cables during colony growth, a behavior not typically observed in polymer-free fluids. These findings highlight…
RT @Kwells04Wells: Morphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments “we found that nonmotile bacteria proliferating in sufficie…
RT @Kwells04Wells: Morphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments “we found that nonmotile bacteria proliferating in sufficie…
RT @Kwells04Wells: Morphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments “we found that nonmotile bacteria proliferating in sufficie…
RT @Kwells04Wells: Morphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments “we found that nonmotile bacteria proliferating in sufficie…
Note: Polyethylene Glycol is a polymer https://t.co/8EYY7vNFrr
Morphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments “we found that nonmotile bacteria proliferating in sufficiently concentrated polymer solutions—both biological and synthetic—nematically align to form an intertwined network of long, serpentine, multicellular cables.” https://t.co/12PTxesrxD https://t.co/55yTjHq0Ui
@Ryansikorski10 @crislerwyo https://t.co/8EYY7vOdgZ **supplemental videos
@Ryansikorski10 @crislerwyo Morphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments “nonmotile bacteria proliferating in sufficiently concentrated polymer solutions—both biological and synthetic—nematically align to form an intertwined network of long, serpentine, multicellular cables.” https://t.co/G1t7g1pWTe
Morphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments | Science Advances https://t.co/MtRF2Y4EiP
Morphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments www.science.org/doi/full/10.... #jcampubs
Morphogenesis of bacterial cables in polymeric environments https://t.co/XuYx64ced5
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
2025-01-19 Issue of #engineeredlivingmaterials feed: biomed.news/bims-enlima/... via @biomednews.bsky.social Includes articles on bacterial cables in polymeric environments (h/t @sebasgonz29.bsky.social), cell-laden granular composites, and smart textiles. Check the feed for excellent research!
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
RT @TheSquishyLab: Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastabl…
Thrilled to see this paper published @ScienceAdvances! In it, we describe how growing bacterial colonies form metastable “living gels” in polymeric fluids. Check it out at https://t.co/V1V3Kv0kXa! A summary is at https://t.co/O9GJDJZLUQ as well as in the tweetorial below ⬇️ https://t.co/xNpDhLF7UT