Hydroxyapatite (HAP) has been the gold standard in the biomedical field due to its
composition and similarity to human bone. Properties such as shape, size, morphology, and …

Nanostructures of diverse chemical nature are used as biomarkers, therapeutics, catalysts,
and structural reinforcements. The decoration with surfactants has a long history and is …

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 …

Metallo-oxide (MO)-based bioinorganic nanocomposites promise unique structures,
physicochemical properties, and novel biochemical functionalities, and within the past …

Biological materials are typically multifunctional but many have evolved to optimize a chief
mechanical function. These functions include impact or fracture resistance, armor and …

Silica nanostructures find applications in drug delivery, catalysis, and composites, however,
understanding of the surface chemistry, aqueous interfaces, and biomolecule recognition …

We report a method to form multifunctional polymer coatings through simple dip-coating of
objects in an aqueous solution of dopamine. Inspired by the composition of adhesive …

Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine is an exciting research area that aims at
regenerative alternatives to harvested tissues for transplantation. Biomaterials play a pivotal …

The properties of a nanocrystal are heavily influenced by its shape. Shape control of a
colloidal nanocrystal is believed to be a kinetic process, with high-energy facets growing …

Understanding the phenotypic development of human induced pluripotent stem cell-derived
cardiomyocytes (hiPSC-CMs) is a prerequisite to advancing regenerative cardiac therapy …