The creation of matter with varying degrees of complexities and desired functions is one of
the ultimate targets of self-assembly. The ability to regulate the complex interactions …

As a gold standard technique, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) organically
combines immunoreactions between antigens and antibodies with enzyme catalysis. The …

The exceptionally large charge‐carrier density in photoexcited plasmonic nanoparticles
(NPs) can be used for the making and breaking of high‐energy chemical bonds, which forms …

The underlying power of “interplay of forces” in controlling the properties and functions at the
nanoscale is highlighted in this perspective. This interplay is achieved by installing attractive …

The significant advances in synthesis and functionalization have enabled the preparation of
high-quality nanoparticles that have found a plethora of successful applications. The unique …

As one kind of noble metal nanostructures, the plasmonic gold nanostructures possess
unique optical properties as well as good biocompatibility, satisfactory stability, and …

In recent years, sensing applications have played a very important role in various fields. As a
novel natural material, cellulose-based membranes with many merits can be served as all …

Dynamic self-assembly has emerged as one of the reliable approaches to create complex
materials with more life-like functions. In a typical dynamic self-assembly process, the …

The diligent utilisation of sunlight by green plants has essentially paved the way for the
existence of life on earth. Our understanding of natural photosynthetic machinery reveals …

We demonstrate the power of fine-tuned interparticle interactions, emanating from
appropriately functionalized surfaces, in creating self-assembled structures that show a …