Dual functionalized brush copolymers as versatile antifouling coatings
Jihyo Kil, Rafia Tasnim Rahman, Wenxuan Wang, Saehan Choi, Yoon Sung Nam, Sheng Li
Abstract
PPFPA- g -PEG- g -PDMS brush copolymers with varying compositions are prepared and then tested against biofoulants. All copolymer coatings show enhanced antifouling properties, and the composition for the best performance differs for proteins and cells.
Topics & Concepts
BrushBiofoulingCopolymerMaterials scienceDual (grammatical number)NanotechnologyPolymer scienceComposite materialPolymerChemistryArtLiteratureMembraneBiochemistryMarine Biology and Environmental ChemistryPolymer Surface Interaction StudiesAntimicrobial agents and applications