Nature-Inspired Design and Application of Lipidic Lyotropic Liquid Crystals.
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DOI: 10.1002/adma.201900818
Abstract: Amphiphilic lipids aggregate in aqueous solution into a variety of structural arrangements. Among the plethora of ordered structures that have been reported, many have also been observed in nature. In addition, due to their unique… read more here.
Keywords: inspired design; lyotropic liquid; nature inspired; lipidic lyotropic ... See more keywords
Nature-Inspired Circular-Economy Recycling for Proteins: Proof of Concept.
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DOI: 10.1002/adma.202104581
Abstract: The billion tons of synthetic-polymer-based materials (i.e. plastics) produced yearly are a great challenge for humanity. Nature produces even more natural polymers, yet they are sustainable. Proteins are sequence-defined natural polymers that are constantly recycled… read more here.
Keywords: recycling proteins; amino acids; nature inspired; circular economy ... See more keywords
Nature-Inspired Stalactite Nanopores for Biosensing and Energy Harvesting.
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DOI: 10.1002/adma.202302827
Abstract: Nature provides a wide range of self-assembled structures from the nanoscale to the macroscale. Under the right thermodynamic conditions and with the appropriate material supply, structures like stalactites, icicles, and corals can grow. However, the… read more here.
Keywords: stalactite nanopores; biosensing energy; nature inspired; inspired stalactite ... See more keywords
Dibenzoindigo: A Nature-Inspired Biocompatible Semiconductor Material for Sustainable Organic Electronics
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DOI: 10.1002/adom.201601033
Abstract: Synthesis and systematic investigation of dibenzoindigo, a derivative of the natural colorant indigo with an extended π-electron conjugated system, is presented. This material shows comparable hole mobilities in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) with the benchmark… read more here.
Keywords: nature inspired; semiconductor; dibenzoindigo nature; material ... See more keywords
Computational Intelligence‐Assisted Understanding of Nature‐Inspired Superhydrophobic Behavior
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DOI: 10.1002/advs.201700520
Abstract: Abstract In recent years, state‐of‐the‐art computational modeling of physical and chemical systems has shown itself to be an invaluable resource in the prediction of the properties and behavior of functional materials. However, construction of a… read more here.
Keywords: computational intelligence; superhydrophobic behavior; understanding nature; nature inspired ... See more keywords
Nucleic Acids as a Nature‐Inspired Scaffold for Macromolecular Prodrugs of Nucleoside Analogues
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DOI: 10.1002/advs.201802095
Abstract: Abstract Macromolecular prodrugs (MP) built on the natural phosphodiester and deoxyribose backbone are developed using marketed antiviral nucleoside analogues. These MP are synthesized using automated synthesis, have defined molecular composition, and have a natural mechanism… read more here.
Keywords: acids nature; nucleic acids; nature inspired; nucleoside analogues ... See more keywords
Nature‐Inspired Electrochemical Energy‐Storage Materials and Devices
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DOI: 10.1002/aenm.201601709
Abstract: Currently, tremendous efforts are being devoted to develop high-performance electrochemical energy-storage materials and devices. Conventional electrochemical energy-storage systems are confronted with great challenges to achieve high energy density, long cycle-life, excellent biocompatibility and environmental friendliness.… read more here.
Keywords: electrochemical energy; storage; energy; nature inspired ... See more keywords
Nature‐Inspired Tri‐Pathway Design Enabling High‐Performance Flexible Li–O2 Batteries
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DOI: 10.1002/aenm.201802964
Abstract: Trees have an abundant network of channels for the multiphase transport of water, ions, and nutrients. Recent studies have revealed that multiphase transport of ions, oxygen (O2) gas, and electrons also plays a fundamental role… read more here.
Keywords: wood; pathway design; nature inspired; performance ... See more keywords
Cationic amphiphilic peptide: A nature-inspired synthetic antimicrobial peptide.
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DOI: 10.1002/cmdc.202000301
Abstract: Antimicrobial peptides are ubiquitous in the multicellular organism and have served as defensive weapons for their successful evolution and throughout their life cycle. These peptides are short cationic amphiphilic polypeptide fewer than 50 amino acids… read more here.
Keywords: peptide; cationic amphiphilic; nature inspired; antimicrobial peptide ... See more keywords
Grafting Nature-Inspired and Bio-Based Phenolic Esters onto Cellulose Nanocrystals Gives Biomaterials with Photostable Anti-UV Properties.
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DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202002017
Abstract: New nature-inspired and plant-derived p -hydroxycinnamate esters and p -hydroxycinnamate diesters provide excellent protection against UV radiation when incorporated into a matrix. Herein, we report an efficient and sustainable pathway to graft these phenolic compounds… read more here.
Keywords: phenolic esters; nature inspired; onto cellulose; phenolic ester ... See more keywords
Nature-inspired optimization of tubular joints for metal 3D printing
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DOI: 10.1007/s00158-020-02729-7
Abstract: Steel tubular frames are often used to build a variety of structures because of their optimal mechanical properties and attractive forms. However, their joint fabrication involves a vast quantity of cutting and welding works, which… read more here.
Keywords: nature inspired; optimization; metal printing; inspired optimization ... See more keywords