Antifouling (IMAGE) Brown University Caption Brown University researchers have created a hybrid material out of seaweed-derived alginate and the nanomaterial graphene oxide. The material is extremely oil-repellent, making it potentially useful as a durable antifouling coating. Credit Wong Lab / Brown University Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.