Proof of Concept of Natural and Synthetic Antifouling Agents in Coatings.
Mar Drugs
; 22(7)2024 Jun 24.
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ABSTRACT
Marine biofouling, caused by the deposition and accumulation of marine organisms on submerged surfaces, represents a huge concern for the maritime industries and also contributes to environmental pollution and health concerns. The most effective way to prevent this phenomenon is the use of biocide-based coatings which have proven to cause serious damage to marine ecosystems. Several research groups have focused on the search for new environmentally friendly antifoulants, including marine and terrestrial natural products and synthetic analogues. Some of these compounds have been incorporated into marine coatings and display interesting antifouling activities caused by the interference with the biofilm-forming species as well as by the inhibition of the settlement of macroorganisms. This review highlights the proof-of-concept studies of emerging natural or synthetic antifouling compounds in coatings, from lab-made to commercial ones, performed between 2019 and 2023 and their results in the field or in in vivo laboratorial tests.
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MEDLINE
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Productos Biológicos
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Incrustaciones Biológicas
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Organismos Acuáticos
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Animals
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Humans
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En
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Mar Drugs
Asunto de la revista:
BIOLOGIA
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FARMACOLOGIA
Año:
2024
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Article
País de afiliación:
Portugal