Biomimetic structures

Metal-free catalysis generates brush-like polymer coatings that prevent build-up of toxic fouling films on medical devices

Drawing their inspiration from nature, A*STAR researchers develop a brand new type of anti-reflective plastic

A new type of bone cement is unlikely to cause infection as it contains porous silica particles that slowly release antibiotics into the body

A new class of ultrasmall peptides with biomimetic properties paves the way to diverse biomedical applications

Patterned surfaces mimicking the nano-scale structure of butterfly wings can produce impressive optical effects