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Biofouling
The Journal of Bioadhesion and Biofilm Research
Volume 4, 1991 - Issue 4
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Original Articles

The use of block copolymers to inhibit bacterial adhesion and biofilm formation on hydrophobic surfaces in marine habitats

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Pages 309-318 | Received 20 Oct 1990, Accepted 01 May 1991, Published online: 09 Jan 2009

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