| mixed-species biofilms cultured from an oil sand tailings pond can biomineralize metals. | here, we used an in vitro biofilm approach to study metal resistance and/or tolerance of mixed-species biofilms grown from an oil sand tailings pond in northern alberta, canada. metals can be inhibitory to microbial hydrocarbon degradation. if microorganisms are exposed to metal concentrations above their resistance levels, metabolic activities and hydrocarbon degradation can be slowed significantly, if not inhibited completely. for this reason, bioremediation strategies may be most effective if ... | 2014 | 24281733 |