Investigating the Role of Metaproteomics in Inhibition Mechanisms of Microbial Corrosion on Metal Surfaces using Eco-Friendly Inhibitors
Microbial corrosion, or microbiologically influenced corrosion, is a significant issue in industries like oil and gas, marine, and infrastructure. It occurs when microorganisms interact with metal surfaces, leading to accelerated corrosion rates and structural damage. Traditional methods often use toxic chemicals, causing environmental and health concerns. This research project aims to investigate the role of metaproteomics organisms in interacting with metal surfaces, leading to accelerated corrosion rates. Eco-friendly inhibitors can modulate the proteomic profiles of microbial cells, understanding their metabolic activities and potential corrosion mechanisms. The inhibitors can alter the expression levels of key proteins involved in corrosion processes, such as iron oxidation. A comprehensive model integrating metaproteomic data with corrosion kinetics will be developed. Different environments prone to microbial corrosion will be collected to hypothesize that eco-friendly inhibitors can effectively inhibit microbial corrosion. This research could reduce maintenance costs, extend the lifespan of metal structures, and improve operational safety in these industries.