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Norma Alcantar
Principal Investigator
University of South Florida
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Cactus 'flesh' cleans up toxic water
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Research centers on biomimetic, natural‑polymer materials and responsive thin‑film coatings, integrating photocatalysis and nanoscale engineering for separation, remediation, and barrier performance. Also develops tunable nanocarriers for localized drug delivery and biointerfaces.
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CUTIN-Like Materials for Reusable and Recyclable Packaging Applications
Bio-inspired packaging material derived from plant cutin precursors that mimics the hydrophobic barrier properties of PET while offering biodegradability and a sustainable alternative to conventional plastics.
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Reactive robust coatings for visible-light-activated disinfection
Sprayable photocatalytic coatings that use visible light to continuously disinfect surfaces and air. Designed for integration into air filters, walls, floors, windows, and intubation devices, the technology destroys viru...
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