Li, Junbai Molecular Assembly of Biomimetic Systems

Research on molecular assembly of biomimetic systems has evolved rapidly over the past years and the time is now ripe for a book that comprehensively summarizes both the fundamentals and recent developments with practical usage in mind.The proposed book covers fundamental and practical techniques of molecular assembly of biomimetic systems, for instance, layer-by-layer assembly, self-assembly, and microcontact printing. Biomimetic systems selected for inclusion in the book are mostly related to biological fields and make important contributions to biotechnology. The categories of assembled biomimetic systems include biomimetic membranes, biogenic microcapsules, molecular motors, biomimetic interfaces and biomimetic materials such as tubes, vesicles, fibers and ribbons. These assembled molecular mimetic systems are currently abundantly used in advanced fields of nanotechnology, biotechnology and materials science. The book also contains many recent examples and references in addition to describing the fundamental science. It will be useful for graduate students as well as researchers carrying out R&D in nanotechnology, biotechnology and material sciences.