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New biofilm shows promise in detoxifying oil sands tailings

01/04/2012: Alberta researchers isolate biofilms indigenous to oil sands environments 

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When you get an implant like a hip replacement or you need a catheter, there’s always the chance you’ll contract an infection that’s resistant to antibiotics. Most of the infections are caused by bacterial biofilms. According to research associate Dr. Patricia Nadworny, Innovotech is applying its new silver technology to combat these infections from medical devices. (Alberta Innovates Technology Futures)

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