Rate My Professor Rikke Louise Meyer

Rikke Louise Meyer is Professor at the Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Center (iNANO), Aarhus University, Faculty of Natural Sciences, where she serves as Head of the Biofilm Group. She also holds associate professor positions at the Department of Biology and at WATEC, Aarhus University Centre for Water Technology. Holding a PhD in Microbiology, her research focuses on elucidating the biological mechanisms underlying bacterial biofilm formation to prevent their development or devise superior treatment approaches. The Biofilm Group examines how bacteria adhere to implant surfaces and other cells through key biomolecules, investigating genes in species like Bacillus cereus and Staphylococcus epidermidis. Employing molecular microbiology alongside biophysical methods—such as confocal laser scanning microscopy, atomic force microscopy, and single-cell force spectroscopy—her team characterizes cell surface properties, visualizes biofilms, and measures interaction forces. Many projects emphasize practical applications, partnering with industry leaders including Alfa Laval, Accoat, Grundfos, Eurofins, Arla, Foss, DNA Diagnostic, Biomodics, and DuPont to create antifouling surfaces for water systems, nanoparticle-delivered antimicrobials for biofilm infections, and natural preservatives for food safety.