Shark Skin Fights Hospital Infections
The diamond patterns on shark skin naturally repel bacteria. This discovery led to textured coatings for medical implants that reduce bacterial adhesion by 70%. Companies like Sharklet Technologies are currently testing these surfaces on titanium pacemaker casings. These coatings could drastically cut down post-surgical infection rates without relying on antibiotics. Researchers believe this passive defense mechanism will work against even antibiotic-resistant strains.