Water on superhydrophilic surfaces spreads or is absorbed very quickly, and exhibits water
contact angles close to zero. We encounter superhydrophilic materials in our daily life (eg …

It was a physicist, Wolfgang Pauli, who recognized a century ago that “God made the bulk;
the surface was invented by the devil.” And indeed, adjusting the surface properties of …

Microcatheters have enabled diverse minimally invasive endovascular operations and
notable health benefits compared with open surgeries. However, with tortuous routes far …

A novel biomimetic surface modification method for meta-aramid (MPIA) fibers and the
improvement on adhesion with rubber matrix was demonstrated. Inspired by the composition …

There is a dire need for infection prevention strategies that do not require the use of
antibiotics, which exacerbate the rise of multi-and pan-drug resistant infectious organisms …

Hierarchical biological materials such as bone, sea shells, and marine bioadhesives are
providing inspiration for the assembly of synthetic molecules into complex structures. The …

Superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs) are excellent MR contrast agents
when coated with biocompatible polymers such as hydrophilic synthetic polymers, proteins …

This report describes a simple method to prepare water-soluble chitosan derivative by
conjugation of an enediol group, catechol. Chitosan functionalized with a catechol …

How does man dare to accept nature's challenges? A myriad of natural products with
stunning structures and impressive properties fashion the research platforms of scientists …

Designing starch-based biopolymers and biodegradable composites with durable
mechanical properties and good resistance to water is still a challenging task. Although …