A study published in Biofilms and Microbiomes has approximated the economic impact of biofilms on the food industry. The study also describes the existing scientific and technological challenges that must be overcome to progress in the areas of biofilm research and innovation.
The study is based on a market analysis and exploratory workshops that were conducted by the UK’s National Biofilms Innovation Center (NBIC). The market analysis reflects 2019 values and includes data from industry reports, academic journal articles, and specialized market reports. NBIC was founded in 2017 to foster cross-sector collaboration to achieve breakthrough innovations in the prevention, detection, management, and engineering of biofilms.