Influence of biocalcifying bacteria on the formation of mixed biological/calcareous fouling on steel under cathodic protection in marine environment

Key Points

• Mixed biological fouling affects steel plates, influenced largely by biocalcifying bacteria events and activities.
• Key evidence reveals that fouling formations are notably altered in environments with active biocalcifying bacteria.
• Observational analysis shows the impact of cathodic protection on fouling dynamics across various marine settings.
• Understanding biocalcifying bacteria’s role could illuminate new strategies for controlling marine fouling on metal surfaces.