While many surfaces can host biofilms — the plaque on your teeth is a biofilm — plastics appear to provide an especially strong bond that attracts the most prolific bacteria, according to the study.

This primitive animal has teeth on its tongue, secretes a viscid slime and can tie itself in a knot. It also has four hearts, the nature of which may clarify cardiac function in higher animals ...

While many surfaces can host biofilms — the plaque on your teeth is a biofilm — plastics appear to provide an especially strong bond that attracts the most prolific bacteria, according to the ...