Assistant Professor Dr. Aseel Amer Hadi, Coordinator of the Biochemistry Department at the College of Sciences, Al-Mustaqbal University, has obtained a US patent titled:

"Alcian blue and L-lysine stains as a fixative for direct observation of Bacillus subtilis biofilm formation in situ, on Congo red agar, using electron microscopy."

The patent has been officially registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) under application number 63673381.

This invention introduces a new technique utilizing specialized stains to enhance the visualization and identification of bacterial biofilms under electron microscopy. It contributes to a better understanding of biofilm formation, which could aid in developing new strategies to combat bacterial infections and reduce antibiotic resistance.

This achievement represents a significant scientific contribution to the field of biological research and highlights Al-Mustaqbal University's commitment to fostering innovation and advanced scientific studies.