Dynamics of Escherichia coli at elevated temperatures: effect of temperature history and medium KU Leuven
AIMS: The dynamics of Escherichia coli near the maximum temperature for growth in a rich medium are analysed. The effects of temperature history, medium composition and physiological state of the inoculum are evaluated. METHODS AND RESULTS: Kinetics of E. coli K12 MG1655 is studied in 'brain-heart infusion' broth in a temperature controlled environment. Based on viable counts, 'smooth' growth curves are observed at 40, 41, 42 and 43 degrees C. ...