The Candida albicans Biofilm Matrix: Composition, Structure and Function
A majority of infections caused by Candida albicans—the most frequent fungal pathogen—are associated with biofilm formation. A salient feature of C. albicans biofilms is the presence of the biofilm matrix. This matrix is composed of exopolymeric materials secreted by sessile cells within the biofilm...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2017-03-01
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Series: | Journal of Fungi |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2309-608X/3/1/14 |