Biofouling is a phenomenon with wide-ranging impact, from clinical settings to marine industries and municipal water systems. Therefore, the identification of novel non-toxic and biocompatible antifouling materials continues to garner significant interest. In this regard, 2,5-diketopiperazines represent an intriguing basis for elaboration of such materials, since they are readily available and ecologically benign. The synthesis of 2,5-diketopiperazines, the choice of linking tether, and potential immobilizing polymers are presented.

Strategies for immobilizing 2,5-diketopiperazines

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