Local chemotactic response of Escherichia coli in fluid and near surfaces

Lab on a Chip 2026 Open access

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Authors: Adam Gargasson, Julien Bouvard, Carine Douarche, Peter Mergaert, Harold Auradou
DOI: 10.1039/d5lc01048a
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Abstract

Bacteria can adjust their swimming behaviour in response to chemical variations, a phenomenon known as chemotaxis. Their chemotactic sensibility is logarithmic, and greatly reduced on surfaces.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Micro and Nano Robotics Microfluidic and Bio-sensing Technologies Vibrio bacteria research studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Lab on a Chip
Volume
26
Issue
12
Pages
3865–3876
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN