DisperseBio is developing materials to combat microbial contamination caused by biofilms in critical sectors and healthcare systems. The company's developments, based on 15 years of research and five patent families, are designed for sectors such as Desalination, cooling systems, corrosion control in the oil and gas industry, water treatment, coating of ship hulls and drip irrigation systems.
DisperseBio's solution includes synthetic peptides that demonstrate high effectiveness, are non-toxic, eco-friendly and economically viable for implementation.
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DisperseBio Climate Tech relevance
DisperseBio fights climate change by combatting the costly issue of biofilm formation on wet man-made surfaces. Biofilms lead to increased energy usage, production losses, equipment problems, and biocorrosion, costing an estimated $4 trillion annually. Traditional antimicrobials like antibiotics worsen the problem, but DisperseBio offers an innovative, non-toxic solution with biomimetic synthetic peptides. These peptides activate a natural microbial biofilm dispersion process, reducing biofouling and enhancing system performance across various industries. By mitigating biofilm-related challenges, DisperseBio improves energy efficiency, cuts production losses, and contributes to a greener ecosystem, playing a crucial role in addressing climate change.