The surface interactions of exploring cyprids of the barnacle Semibalanus balanoides were studied in situ using imaging surface plasmon resonance. It was demonstrated how the deposition of a proteinaceous adhesive could be followed in real time as the cyprids explored and temporarily attached to a surface. Furthermore, the amount of protein left on the surface when the cyprids moved on could be quantified. Clear differences were demonstrated between an oligo(ethyleneglycol) coated surface and a bare gold substrate. It is anticipated that this technique will be a valuable tool in the development of novel surface chemistries that can prevent biofouling.
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Andersson, O., Ekblad, T., Aldred, N., Clare, A. S., & Liedberg, B. (2009). Novel application of imaging surface plasmon resonance for in situ studies of the surface exploration of marine organisms. Biointerphases, 4(4), 65–68. https://doi.org/10.1116/1.3274060
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