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Biological assays performed with the green alga Ulva linza yielded a significant reduction in zoospore settlement and increase in sporeling removal in the presence of H2O2, indicating antifouling properties have been introduced to a fouling-release surface. Select ORMOSILs have been introduced to coatings to increase hydrophobicity, resulting in reduced drag and faster sail times in Lake Ontario. 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