Biomimetic

Wood toughens up spider silk

Adding spider silk protein to wood cellulose nanofibrils makes tougher, but flexible composite

Using polymer aqueous solutions with different electrical charges, scientists have developed a novel 3D printing water-in-water technique

Research is taking inspiration from these mollusks and looking at how biomimetic materials might be used

Powerful punch of the mantis shrimp could be the next target for a biomimetic material

Researchers have created a new type of glass by mimicking the nacre structure in mollusc shells

The material has already been tested on mice skin with promising results

Artificial proteins can self-assemble on a crystal surface by matching the pattern of amino acids in the protein with the atoms of the crystal

These 3D printed meshes and supports mimic tissue mechanics and help support patients more accurately

Engineers have uncovered how the structure of the mantis shrimp’s tail appendage allows it to deliver and receive powerful blows without damage