Stochastic Modeling of Bacterial Adhesion in an Open Flow System I. Single Mixed Tank
Resource
Journal of Theoretical Biology, v.128, p.279-288
Journal
Journal of Theoretical Biology
Journal Volume
v.128
Pages
279-288
Date Issued
1987
Date
1987
Author(s)
Abstract
Bacterial adhesion in an open flow system is modeled stochastically. The stochastic analysis yields equations for the moments of the number of free and adhered cells which suffice to determine the mean and fluctuation behaviors of the phenomenon under consideration. The adhesion is assumed to be reversible and occurs at the active sites on the substrate surface. The results of simulation indicate that the number of free cells in the bulk phase is positively correlated with that of adhered cells. The transient mean number of adhered cells exhibits an inflection point in the early stage of adhesion. © 1987 Academic Press Ltd.
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journal article