Directed motion at the nanoscale is a central attribute of life, and chemically driven motor
proteins are nature's choice to accomplish it. Motivated and inspired by such …

Artificial molecular machines have captured the imagination of scientists and nonscientists
alike for decades now, given their clear potential to transform and enhance all aspects of …

Pumps and motors are essential components of the world as we know it. From the complex
proteins that sustain our cells, to the mechanical marvels that power industries, much we …

In nature, DNA molecules carry the hereditary information. But DNA has physical and
chemical properties that make it attractive for uses beyond heredity. In this Review, we …

Molecular engineering seeks to create functional entities for modular use in the bottom-up
design of nanoassemblies that can perform complex tasks. Such systems require fuel …

Inspired by natural biomolecular machines, synthetic molecular-level machines have been
proven to perform well-defined mechanical tasks and measurable work. To mimic the …

The use of cucurbit [8] uril as a molecular host has emerged in the chemical literature as a
reliable strategy for the creation of dynamic chemical systems, owing to its ability to form …

The rational engineering of photoresponsive materials, eg, light-driven molecular motors, is
a challenging task. Here, we use structure-related design rules to prepare a prototype …

Research on artificial photoactivated molecular machines has moved in recent years from a
basic scientific endeavor toward a more applicative effort. Nowadays, the prospect of …

The incorporation of molecular machines into the backbone of porous framework structures
will facilitate nano actuation, enhanced molecular transport, and other out-of-equilibrium …