2nd Biofilm Course

Madrid, Spain
13 May 2014

About Biofilms

The importance of the bacterial biofilm mode of growth is becoming increasingly renowned as improved methods to study sessile bacteria have become available. Experimental evidence has accumulated over the years showing that biofilms tolerate antimicrobial properties of the immune system, antiseptics and antibiotics. Especially within infections biofilms have been found to play a detrimental role. In this respect, the increased tolerance of biofilms has strengthened the belief that a chronic infection equals the biofilm state of growth.

Learning objectives

To introduce the impact of biofilms in wounds and implant associated areas and to strengthen the knowledge of difficulties in diagnosis and treatment among clinicians. After the course, representatives from industry will be able to focus future treatment strategies and design the best evaluation models.

Course Programme

• Brief introduction to bacterial biofilms and its characteristics (Morten Alhede)

• Impact of biofilms in wounds (Klaus Kirketerp-Møller)

• Pitfalls and guideline in diagnosis of biofilm infections (Claus Moser)

• Treatment strategies of biofilm infections in wounds and implants (Thomas Bjarnsholt)

• Future treatment strategies (Jose L del Pozo)

• Ask the experts

Faculty/Speakers