Cation-π Interactions: Mimicking mussel mechanics.
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DOI: 10.1038/nchem.2774
Abstract: Gluing materials together underwater is a mighty challenge faced — and overcome — by mussels. It requires good adhesion and cohesion. Molecular-level mechanical measurements have now shown that cation–π interactions provide surprisingly strong cohesive abilities. read more here.
Keywords: interactions mimicking; mimicking mussel; cation interactions; mussel mechanics ... See more keywords