F. GARAVENTA

Impressed current cathodic protection systems are used in combination with organic coatings to prevent corrosion of hulls. The reaction species which are formed in the proximity of the anodes, like chlorinated compounds and acidity, can stress the antifouling paints of the protective coating system. A 3 x 3 matrix was defined to drive the tests...

n this study, we investigate the feasibility of developing a new behavioural toxicity bioassay (Swimming Speed Alteration test-SSA test) with larvae of Balanus amphitrite (Crustacea Cirripedia). This organism was chosen as a model for different reasons: it is present all over the world, simple to be reared, easily available, and also because...

Harmful benthic microalgae blooms are an emerging phenomenon causing health and economic concern, especially in tourist areas. This is the case of the Mediterranean Sea, where Ostreopsis ovata blooms occur in summer, with increasing regularity. Ostreopsis species produce palytoxin (PTX) and analogues, and a number of deaths directly associated...