Microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) is a phenomenon of increasing concern that
affects various materials and sectors of society. MIC describes the effects, often negative …

Recent nanotechnological advancements have enabled novel innovations in protective
polymer nanocomposites (PNC) coatings for anti-corrosion, anti-fouling and self-healing …

Marine biofouling profoundly influences marine industries and activities. It slows the speed
and increases the fuel consumption of ships, corrodes offshore platforms, and blocks …

Marine biofouling is a ubiquitous problem that accompanies human marine activities and
marine industries. It exerts detrimental impacts on the economy, environment, ecology, and …

The structural parts of marine architectures permanently submerged in sea-water (such as
underwater pipelines, oil well-heads, platforms, ship-hulls, barges, jetties and so on) are …

The accumulation of marine organisms on ship hulls, such as microorganisms, barnacles,
and seaweeds, represents a global problem for maritime industries, with both economic and …

Marine biofouling has brought a serious impact on human marine production and
transportation activities. Applying antifouling coatings is an effective method to prevent …

Marine fouling is a worldwide problem, which is harmful to the global marine ecological
environment and economic benefits. The traditional antifouling strategy usually uses toxic …

Marine biofouling is a worldwide challenge that needs to be solved urgently. Poly
(dimethylsiloxane)(PDMS)-based fouling release coatings with low surface free energy …

Antifouling (AF) nanocoatings made of polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) are more cost-efficient
and eco-friendly substitutes for the already outlawed tributyltin-based coatings. Here, a …