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Jingwen Zhu1, Pan Chu1,2, Xiongfei Fu1,2
1State Key Laboratory for Quantitative Synthetic Biology Shenzhen Institute of Synthetic Biology Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology Chinese Academy of Sciences Shenzhen China.
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Bacterial colonies, as dynamic ecosystems, display intricate behaviors and organizational structures that profoundly influence their survival and functionality. These communities engage in physiological and social interactions, resulting in remarkable spatial heterogeneity. Recent advancements in technology and modeling have significantly enhanced our comprehension of these phenomena, shedding light on the underlying mechanisms governing bacterial colony development. In this review, we explore the multifaceted aspects of bacterial colonies, emphasizing their physiological intricacies, innovative research tools, and predictive modeling approaches. By integrating diverse perspectives, we aim to deepen our understanding of these microbial communities and pave the way for novel applications in biotechnology, ecology, and medicine.
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