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Biofouling
The Journal of Bioadhesion and Biofilm Research
Volume 31, 2015 - Issue 9-10
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Biofilm formation in an experimental water distribution system: the contamination of non-touch sensor taps and the implication for healthcare

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Pages 677-687 | Received 03 Jul 2015, Accepted 28 Aug 2015, Published online: 07 Oct 2015

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