NICOP - Research on Nano-diamond Based Anti-microbial Complex System for Biofilm Inhibition
Abstract
Research on Nanodimond Based Anti-microbial Complex System for Biofilm Inhibition Abstract In this project, the research team will study and develop an anti-biofilm nanoparticle complex which is composed of three species anti-bacteria peptides conjugated nanodiamonds. These complexes will be used as additive in the marine paints to prevent the bacterial attachment on the surface of hull. Due to the nature compositions of this anti-biofilm complex, it is safe and can be degraded by higher species. Unlike antibiotics, the bacteria will be eliminated through the physical mechanism of this complex. Therefore, this complex is an environment friendly material. The results of this study will verify the initiation of antifouling mechanism and bio-stability in nanoparticle system, and will generate a novel functional anti-biofilm platform. Based on this knowledge, the bio-film formation on ships exposed to marine environments will be reduced. Therefore, both fuel consumption of ship and biofouling induced corrosion of hull will also be reduced. This research will increase our understanding of biofouling prevention and bio-complex stability. Sample of an environment friendly fouling-resistant marine paint will be developed and tested in marine environments.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Jun 03, 2016
- Source ID
- N629091612014
Entities
People
- Chia-Ching Chang
Organizations
- National Chiao Tung University
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy