Melanin-Based Coatings as Lead-Binding Agents

Interactions between metal ions and different forms of melanin play significant roles in melanin biochemistry. The binding properties of natural melanin and related synthetic materials can be exploited for nonbiological applications, potentially including water purification. A method for investiga...

Full description

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Karin Sono, Diane Lye, Christine A. Moore, W. Christopher Boyd, Thomas A. Gorlin, Jason M. Belitsky
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Bioinorganic Chemistry and Applications
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/361803