Prof. Herzberg’s research comprises studies of bacterial biofilms and biofouling of membranes. Both the physico-chemical characteristics and the physiology of the biofouling layer in the membrane environments are of major interests.

In Herzberg’s laboratory research interests are focused in the following areas:

(i) conditions promoting biofilm formation on membranes in water and wastewater treatment facilities

(ii) mode of action of agents that interfere with biofilm formation;

(iii) mechanisms by which biofilms affect membrane performance;

(iv) conditions promoting initial bacterial attachment;

(v) The inhibition of biofilm growth mechanisms on "anti-biofouling" modified-surface membranes.