Rich Olson

A biofilm-derived peptide as an underwater adhesive

The paper identifies a biofilm-derived peptide from Vibrio cholerae that adheres to surfaces and functions as a wet adhesive and flocculant, with potential for industrial and biomedical applications.

Structure of a key adhesin-exopolysaccharide interaction provides insights into matrix assembly in Vibrio cholerae biofilms

This study determines the structure of Bap1 bound to VPS and shows how it facilitates biofilm adhesion and VPS organization through a conserved β-propeller interaction.

Conformational dynamics of exopolysaccharides underlie biofilm matrix mechanics in Vibrio cholerae

This study characterizes the physical properties and conformational dynamics of Vibrio cholerae exopolysaccharides to understand their role in biofilm matrix mechanics.

Conformations and sequence determinants in the lipid binding of an adhesive peptide derived from Vibrio cholerae biofilm

The paper investigates how a Vibrio cholerae peptide binds lipids through a β-hairpin conformation, contributing to biofilm adhesion and host colonization.

Vibrio cholerae interaction with predatory bacteria on chitin suggests an alternative mode of biofilm formation in marine snow conditions

This study shows that chitin-bound biofilms of Vibrio cholerae are less protected against predatory bacteria than glass-bound biofilms, altering predator-prey dynamics through changes in biofilm architecture.

Comprehensive Genomic and Evolutionary Analysis of Biofilm Matrix Clusters and Proteins in the Vibrio Genus

This study analyzes the distribution, diversity, and evolution of biofilm matrix clusters and proteins across Vibrio species, revealing structural and evolutionary patterns of key genes.

Surface remodeling and inversion of cell-matrix interactions underlies community recognition and dispersal in Vibrio cholerae biofilms

This study shows that Vibrio cholerae biofilms undergo surface remodeling and inversion of cell-matrix interactions, shifting from attractive to repulsive as biofilms age, which facilitates dispersal.

Vibrio cholerae RbmB is an α-1,4-polysaccharide lyase with biofilm-dispersal activity against Vibrio Polysaccharide (VPS)

This study identifies RbmB as a polysaccharide lyase that cleaves Vibrio cholerae VPS, contributing to biofilm dispersal and suggesting its potential as an antibacterial enzyme.