Virtual Screening of a Library of Naturally Occurring Anthraquinones for Potential Anti-Fouling Agents.

ABSTRACT: Marine biofouling is the undesired accumulation of organic molecules, microorganisms, macroalgae, marine invertebrates, and their by-products on submerged surfaces. It is a serious challenge for marine vessels and the oil, gas, and renewable energy industries, as biofouling can cause economic losses for these industries. Natural products have been an abundant source of therapeutics since the start of civilisation. Their use as novel anti-fouling agents is a promising approach for replacing currently used, harmful anti-fouling agents. Anthraquinones (AQs) have been used for centuries in the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and paint industries. Citreorosein and emodin are typical additives used in the anti-fouling paint industry to help improve the global problem of biofouling. This study i

SUBMITTER: Preet G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9920117 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature