Issue 32, 2014

Using cell structures to develop functional nanomaterials and nanostructures – case studies of actin filaments and microtubules

Abstract

This article is based on the continued development of biologically relevant elements (i.e., actin filaments and microtubules in living cells) as building blocks to create functional nanomaterials and nanostructures that can then be used to manufacture nature-inspired small-scale devices or systems. Here, we summarize current progress in the field and focus specifically on processes characterized by (1) robustness and ease of use, (2) inexpensiveness, and (3) potential expandability to mass production. This article, we believe, will provide scientists and engineers with a more comprehensive understanding of how to mine biological materials and natural design features to construct functional materials and devices.

Graphical abstract: Using cell structures to develop functional nanomaterials and nanostructures – case studies of actin filaments and microtubules

Article information

Article type
Feature Article
Submitted
01 Jan 2014
Accepted
21 Jan 2014
First published
22 Jan 2014

Chem. Commun., 2014,50, 4148-4157

Author version available

Using cell structures to develop functional nanomaterials and nanostructures – case studies of actin filaments and microtubules

K. C. Wu, C. Yang and C. Cheng, Chem. Commun., 2014, 50, 4148 DOI: 10.1039/C4CC00005F

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