Microbiologically-influenced corrosion (MIC) refers to electrochemical corrosions being facilitated by the presence and metabolism of micro-organisms living in the surrounding environment. MIC affects oil fields, offshore drilling platforms, pipelines, nuclear and fuel power plants, gas coolers as well as water supply systems. Understanding the mechanisms by which micro-organisms and their metabolites enhance or inhibit corrosion, allows for monitoring minimisation of MIC across industries with potentially major economic implications.
