Prophage induction states drive structural and synergistic outcomes in marine bacterial biofilms
Matthew J. Tuttle, Gabi Steinbach, Tapan Goel, Joshua S. Weitz, Alison Buchan
This study shows that prophage induction states in marine bacteria influence biofilm structure and competitive outcomes, revealing synergistic effects in co-cultures through phage-mediated interactions.
bioRxiv · Sep 29, 2025 · PreprintMicrobiology