Marine Biofouling: a Sticky Problem

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Journal Biologist (London)

Specialty Biology

Date 2002 Feb 20

PMID 11852279

Citations 61

Authors

Maureen E Callow

James E Callow

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Abstract

Organisms that colonise underwater surfaces, such as barnacle larvae and spores of algae, use a diverse array of biological 'glues' to provide both temporary and more permanent adhesion. The practical consequence of colonisation by these organisms is biofouling - something that has plagued mariners for years - causing increased drag and, in extreme cases, corrosion. Might there be a biological solution to this biological problem?

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