| Abstract |
Flagella-driven motility is one of the most prevalent locomotion strategies employed by microorganisms. Numerous species of flagellated microorganism exhibit remarkable proficiency in navigating aqueous environments while simultaneously interacting with the physical and chemical properties of their microenvironments to facilitate various biological functions. Deciphering the underlying mechanisms of locomotion presents a significant challenge, necessitating a multidisciplinary framework that integrates principles from biology, physics, engineering, and applied mathematics. In this presentation, I will introduce a suite of mathematical models developed to investigate the propulsion mechanisms of microswimmers, with a focus on the hydrodynamic complexities associated with species such as Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas putida, Campylobacter jejuni and green algae Chlamydomonas reinhardttii. These computational simulations not only demonstrate strong agreement with experimental data but also provide novel insights into the biophysical principles governing swimming motility. |
