Eco-friendly aluminium surfaces show promise for industrial, biomedical uses

Indian researchers from Shiv Nadar University have developed a bioinspired aluminium surface that repels water, resists corrosion and bacteria, and self-cleans using minimal water. Mimicking lotus leaves and insect wings, the eco-friendly process creates superhydrophobic and antibacterial surfaces ideal for marine, healthcare, and packaging industries. The innovation promises scalable, low-cost applications with support from CSIR.