Quantitative Characterization of Bacterial Chemotaxis in Natural Microbial Processes

为了应对化学梯度，细菌能够 引导他们的运动朝着有利于他们的条件， 生存 该项目的目标是： 定量描述这种现象，称为 细菌的趋化性，在自然系统中， 通过数学建模的预测能力;以及 来利用趋化行为 通过 通过基因控制它们的趋化反应 工程或适应，细菌的迁移 可以增加向污染区迁移的人口。

In response to chemical gradients, bacteria are able to direct their motion toward conditions favorable to their survival. The objectives of this project are: to quantitatively characterize this phenomenon, known as bacterial chemotaxis, within natural systems; to develop predictive capabilities through mathematical modeling; and to exploit chemotactic behavior technologically. By manipulating their chemotactic response through genetic engineering or adaptation, the migration of bacterial populations toward contaminated zones can be enhanced.