Polydopamine (PDA) is a major type of artificial melanin material with many interesting
properties such as antioxidant activity, free‐radical scavenging, high photothermal …

Extracellular matrixes (ECMs), such as the cell walls and biofilms, are important for
supporting cell integrity and function and regulating intercellular communication. These …

Melanin is ubiquitous in living organisms across different biological kingdoms of life, making
it an important, natural biomaterial. Its presence in nature from microorganisms to higher …

Fertilizer plays an important role in maintaining soil fertility, increasing yields and improving
harvest quality. However, a significant portion of fertilizers are lost, increasing agricultural …

Direct sun exposure is one of the most aggressive factors for human skin. Sun radiation
contains a range of the electromagnetic spectrum including UV light. In addition to the …

The observation and investigation of phenomena in the natural world can inspire the
discovery of new materials and a greater understanding of the underlying physical …

There are several interrelated mechanisms involving iron, dopamine, and neuromelanin in
neurons. Neuromelanin accumulates during aging and is the catecholamine-derived …

Biological materials have robust hierarchical structures capable of specialized functions and
the incorporation of natural biologically active components, which have been finely tuned …

Conductive hydrogel scaffolds have important applications for electroactive tissue repairs.
However, the development of conductive hydrogel scaffolds tends to incorporate …

The natural world is a colorful environment. Stunning displays of coloration have evolved
throughout nature to optimize camouflage, warning, and communication. The resulting …