Biomimetic and Bioinspired Nanomaterials: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications

Dear Colleagues,

Nature serves as the inspiration and guide for constructing novel functional materials by mimicking the structures, properties, and functions of various biological systems. In this process, the design, self-assembly, and functional tailoring of natural molecules play important roles in achieving specific applications of biomimetic and bioinspired materials. For instance, by studying the properties and functions of various biomolecules, it is feasible to develop biomimetic strategies to synthesize valuable compounds and nanomaterials through biomolecule-induced chemical reactions and self-assembly. Additionally, similar molecules and materials can be prepared using synthetic chemistry methods that mimic the nanoscale and microscale structures of natural products such as butterfly wings, shark skins, spider silks, and others. Therefore, biomimetic and bioinspired materials have been widely explored in recent years and have shown great promise in fields such as materials science, nanotechnology, analytical science, chemical engineering, energy storage, environmental science, biomedicine, and tissue engineering.

In this Special Issue, we would like to collect studies that focus on the synthesis, properties, and applications of biomimetic and bioinspired materials utilizing biomolecules such as DNA, proteins, peptides, enzymes, biopolymers, and others. Through this collection, we aim to understand biomimetic synthesis methodologies, develop methods for the functional regulation of materials, and extend the applications of biomimetic/bioinspired nanomaterials across various fields.

Prof. Dr. Gang Wei
Prof. Dr. Zhiqiang Su
Guest Editors

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