Document Type
Patent
Publication Date
December 2013
Patent Number
8603452
Abstract
The invention comprises a biological hydrogel that is chemically stabilized with non-covalent or covalent cross-links. The biological hydrogel is used to coat surfaces of materials for submersion in marine water. Molecular dissolution at the marine water-hydrogel surface prevents attachment of fouling organisms. The rate of dissolution can be controlled by both the concentration of the biopolymer in the hydrogel and the nature and concentration of cross-linker used. Additional components, either molecular or particulate, can be added to the biological hydrogel before or after cross-linking for enhanced properties.
Application Number
12/114,106
Recommended Citation
Koob, Thomas J., "Method of preventing biofouling using an anti-fouling bio-hydrogel composition" (2013). USF Patents. 277.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/usf_patents/277
Assignees
University of South Florida
Filing Date
05/02/2008
Primary/U.S. Class
424/780
