Spain’s leading media outlet, El País, published an in-depth interview with Dr. Anthony Brennan, the inventor of Sharklet technology. The article explores the unique value of this innovative technology, which employs biomimetic principles to achieve antibacterial effects through physical means. Sharklet has garnered significant attention from the scientific community and international media alike.

The story of Sharklet began in 2002 when Dr. Brennan was invited by the U.S. Navy to investigate solutions to biofouling on ship hulls. During his research, he observed that shark skin was remarkably free from barnacles, algae, and other marine organisms, demonstrating a powerful natural ability to resist microbial colonization.

Inspired by the unique patterns found on shark skin, Dr. Brennan spent years developing the world’s first antibacterial technology based on physical microstructure. This groundbreaking design not only addresses biofouling challenges but also effectively inhibits bacterial adhesion and proliferation. He named this innovation Sharklet.

Unlike traditional chemical-based antibacterial methods, Sharklet technology achieves it’s effects without relying on coatings or antibiotics. Instead, it utilizes a purely physical approach to reduce bacterial infections. This safer, more sustainable solution is particularly well-suited for medical devices, public spaces, and other high-hygiene environments.

Sharklet’s Role in Addressing Healthcare-Associated Infections
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are a longstanding challenge in the global medical industry, and Sharklet technology offers a groundbreaking solution to this issue.

For instance, Sharklet’s antibacterial nitrile medical gloves significantly reduce the transmission of pathogens between gloves, surfaces, and individuals, effectively minimizing microbial contamination caused by gloves. The successful development of Sharklet’s micro-nano ceramic glove molds allows for the seamless integration of this technology into existing glove production processes. By simply replacing standard ceramic molds with Sharklet ceramic molds, manufacturers can produce gloves with physical antibacterial properties.

Biomimicry: Nature’s Solutions to Human Challenges
The development of Sharklet technology represents not only a technological breakthrough but also a practical application of biomimicry—a discipline that draws inspiration from nature to solve human problems. Over millions of years, nature has evolved countless designs that stand the test of time. Sharklet exemplifies how these natural innovations can be translated into solutions that benefit humanity.

According to the article, a report by the Fermanian Business & Economic Institute predicts that the biomimicry industry will generate $1.6 trillion in global economic output by 2030. Within the $5 billion global antimicrobial coatings market, Sharklet has emerged as a key player, thanks to it’s leading technological capabilities and innovative potential.

Redefining Antibacterial Safety Through Nature-Inspired Innovation
Sharklet technology, inspired by nature and realized through scientific innovation, redefines the standards of antibacterial safety while illustrating a vision of harmonious coexistence with nature. We firmly believe that this nature-derived, human-serving innovation will become a critical driving force in improving global healthcare environments and elevating public hygiene standards.