The mutants that had impaired binding with GftB were mostly unable to form biofilms with S. mutans, resulting in significantly fewer Candida cells and reduced production of the sticky glucans molecules. (sciencedaily.com)
They found that the bacteria formed a biofilm across the surface of the chamber that acted as a seal. (newscientist.com)
It also hampers bacteria from forming biofilms, which bacteria use as protection from antibiotics. (scientificamerican.com)