New coating strategy could cut biofouling costs in water treatment systems

Researchers used computer simulations to test how modified polyurethane membranes repel proteins that clog water filters. The findings could help industries reduce maintenance downtime and chemical cleaning expenses in desalination plants, wastewater treatment facilities, and biomedical devices.

Originaltitel: Molecular dynamics study of protein adsorption on zwitterionic and imidazolium salt modified antifouling polyurethane membranes