Françoise Dubois
Senior expert in
materials and biofouling
An EU Project by Naval Energies and Ifremer
What we aim to study over the course of SIMBIOSE
Electrolysis of seawater produces sodium hypochlorite. In previous studies, this technique effectively reduced biofouling but needs further development to minimise unwanted by-products.
“Protection of marine ecosystems is very close to my heart. We are playing our part by reducing the environmental impact of biofouling treatments.”
Françoise Dubois,
Project Coordinator
Deep seawater, which is rich in nutrients, provides a beneficial environment for fish farms.
Exchangers on large ships that are
regularly in contact with seawater.
In thermal power stations (nuclear
or oil & gas) cold sea water can be used
to cool vaporised working fluid.
Cold seawater is used to cool a flow of air, which is then used to cool collective buildings such as hotels and hospitals.
Nutrient-rich water from the deep ocean is used as an additive in cosmetics products.
Seawater is used to produce steam that enables desalination, which is then condensed by a cold sea water circuit.
Meet the collaborators from Naval Energies & Ifremer
Senior expert in
materials and biofouling
Research
engineer
Ecotoxcology
researcher
ARC cell
engineer
Heat exchanger
design expert
Thermodynamic process design expert
Control and command
engineer
Industrialization
manager
Researcher at
BIODIVENV Unit
Develop technologies using seawater that is respectful of marine environments.
Contribute to a long-term, natural solution to meet increasing energy demands.
Enhance industrial performance of a highly promising technology.
Succeed as a community by unifying our individual abilities.
A more in-depth look at SIMBIOSE
The project will run for a total of 36 months. Check out our upcoming milestones.
SIMBIOSE responds to several EU policies involving climate targets and renewable energy.
SIMBIOSE is divided in 4 distinct categories, or work packages. Find out more here.
If you would like to find out more about SIMBIOSE, collaborate with us or just discuss our technology together, we would like to hear from you.
Françoise Dubois
biofouling@naval-energies.com
Indret site, 44620 La Montagne, France