Abdian Patricia L

My current research is focused on the study of biofilm formation by Bradyrhizobium japonicum and Azospirillum brasilense and the characterization of extracellular and surface associated factors involved in adhesion to biotic and abiotic surfaces. In the long term, we aim to apply this knowledge to manage inoculation technology, using monospecies or mixed biofilms as efficient biofertilizers. In this sense we expect to contribute in the development of efficient biofertilizers that could gradually reduce the need of chemical fertilization, preserving soil health and keeping productivity in the long run. IMYZA-INTA is a research institute with long history in the generation and transference of knowledge to the agricultural productive sector. It provides infrastructure and equipment necessary to develop microbiological and molecular biology research. It is located in INTA-Castelar next to other institutes having access to major equipment (CLSM, sequencing, SEM/TEM, etc.)