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{{short description|Research center focused on biofilm studies}}
{{Use American English|date=October 2023}}
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The '''Center for Biofilm Engineering''' (CBE) is a multidisciplinary research center located at [[Montana State University]] in [[Bozeman, Montana]]. Established in 1990, the CBE is renowned for its pioneering research in the field of [[biofilm]]s, which are communities of microorganisms that attach to surfaces and are embedded in a self-produced matrix of extracellular polymeric substances.

==History==
The Center for Biofilm Engineering was founded in 1990 with funding from the [[National Science Foundation]] as one of its Engineering Research Centers. The establishment of the CBE marked a significant advancement in the study of biofilms, which are critical in both natural and industrial settings. The center was created to address the need for a deeper understanding of biofilm processes and to develop technologies for managing biofilms in various industries.

==Research Focus==
The CBE conducts interdisciplinary research that spans the fields of [[microbiology]], [[engineering]], and [[material science]]. The center's research is focused on understanding the fundamental properties of biofilms, their formation, and their impact on industrial and medical systems. Key areas of research include:

* '''Biofilm Formation and Structure''': Investigating the initial stages of biofilm development and the structural characteristics of mature biofilms.
* '''Biofilm Control and Management''': Developing strategies to prevent and control biofilm formation in industrial systems, such as pipelines and water treatment facilities.
* '''Medical Biofilms''': Studying biofilms in medical contexts, particularly their role in chronic infections and resistance to antibiotics.

==Facilities==
The CBE is housed in the Engineering and Physical Sciences Building at Montana State University. The center is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for biofilm research, including advanced microscopy and imaging technologies.

[[File:Engineering_Physical_Science_Building_Montana_State_University.jpg|Engineering and Physical Sciences Building at MSU|thumb|right]]

===Microscopy and Imaging===
The CBE has a suite of confocal microscopes that allow researchers to visualize biofilms in three dimensions and study their complex structures.

[[File:Confocal_Microscopes_Center_for_Biofilm_Research_MSU.jpg|Confocal microscopes at the CBE|thumb|left]]

===Anaerobic Experimentation===
The center also features facilities for anaerobic experimentation, which are crucial for studying biofilms that thrive in oxygen-free environments.

[[File:Anerobic_Experiment_Station_Center_for_Biofilm_Research.jpg|Anaerobic experiment station at the CBE|thumb|right]]

==Industry Collaboration==
The CBE collaborates with a wide range of industries to apply its research findings to real-world problems. These collaborations help in developing practical solutions for biofilm-related challenges in sectors such as healthcare, water treatment, and food processing.

==Education and Outreach==
The CBE is committed to education and outreach, providing training and resources for students, researchers, and industry professionals. The center offers workshops, seminars, and courses on biofilm science and engineering.

==Related Pages==
* [[Biofilm]]
* [[Montana State University]]
* [[National Science Foundation]]

[[File:2021-Nov_4-IA_Logos.jpg|CBE logo|thumb|left]]

[[Category:Research institutes in the United States]]
[[Category:Montana State University]]
[[Category:Biofilm]]
[[Category:1990 establishments in Montana]]

Center for Biofilm Engineering - Revision history

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