BELGIUM: EU researchers use nanotechnology to create safe antifouling coatings for ships
November 1st, 2007
By Keith Nuthall in Brussels
Scientists involved in a European Union (EU)-funded research project claim they are making progress in their goal of developing a nanotechnology-based coating that will prevent shellfish, algae and seaweed from latching onto ships. Professor James Callow, the coordinator of the project, of Britain's Birmingham University told a European Commission bulletin: "A number of different design concepts incorporating principles of nanotechnology have shown to have value in deterring or reducing the adhesion of marine fouling ...
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