Biomats form when cyanobacteria link together to create thread-like filaments. As their numbers grow, these filaments, capable of moving across surfaces, weave together into intricate patterns ...

Filamentous cyanobacteria are a group of photosynthetic bacteria that form long chains of cells, allowing them to thrive in various environments. These organisms are known for their ability to ...

Filamentous cyanobacteria create biomats to boost their survival; the mats provide stability and protection, and the cyanobacteria in them can act as one unit. The mats can reorganize into a new ...

Scientists have uncovered how cyanobacteria—Earth's first photosynthetic organisms—self-organize into intricate living mats, offering insights into aquatic ecosystems and potential inspiration ...