NanoBioEscudo

The innovation of NanoBioEscudo lies in bio-inspired molecules with anti-fouling properties immobilized in nano/biomaterials with controlled release capability, which will enhance the effectiveness and durability of current coatings, delivering economic and environmental benefits.

Project title: NanoBioEscudo – Next-generation bio-inspired technologies for the prevention of marine biofouling
Project No.: 17414
Operation Code: COMPETE2030-FEDER-01194000

The NanoBioEscudo project aims to develop anti-fouling products to prevent biofouling in marine coatings in a disruptive, long-lasting, and environmentally friendly way. The innovation of NanoBioEscudo lies in bio-inspired molecules with anti-fouling properties immobilized in nano/biomaterials with controlled release capability, which will enhance the effectiveness and durability of current coatings, delivering economic and environmental benefits.

Lead Promoter: Smallmatek – Small Materials and Technologies, Ltd.

Co-promoters:

Universidade de Aveiro
Faculty of Pharmacy of the University of Porto
CIIMAR – Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research

Start Date: 01-01-2025
End Date: 31-12-2027
Total eligible project cost: 1.106.360€
Total eligible cost of Smallmatek, Ltd.: 356.776€
European Union financial support: ERDF – 268.273,43€
Self-financing: 88.502,57€