Biomaterials news, March 2022

Biomaterials Award Call for Nomination 2022

Biomaterials Global Impact Award and Biomaterials Award for Young Investigator 2022 - Terms and Conditions

Protein-like polymers stick it to mussels

Researchers have shown that their novel protein-like polymers make a better adhesive than the mussel glue that inspired them.

Hybrid coating prevents implant infections more effectively

new coating for titanium implants combines antimicrobial peptides with silver nanoparticles for dual impact

Materials Today Rising Star Webinar II: Research on Biomaterials & Bioscience

Proteins line up to create nanowires

Researchers have shown that, under the right conditions, proteins can form tiny, current-carrying wires, for use in nanoelectronics.

Bioinspired soft robot walks on water

light-activated soft robot based on miniaturized Au nanorods in a liquid crystal network can propel itself across water

SAVE THE DATE: April 18, 2022 - Elsevier Distinguished Lecture, featuring Prof. Robert Langer, Institute Professor, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bottom-up Approach Yields 2D Nanomaterials by the Kilo

simple method produces anatase-based Ti carbo-oxides, as well as other 2D nanomaterials at ambient conditions from inexpensive green precursors

Novel processes Send Apple Waste Packing

Researchers have developed novel processes for producing water-resistant packaging material from apple waste.