Mimicking enzyme function and increasing performance of naturally evolved proteins is one
of the most challenging and intriguing aims of nanoscience. Here, we employ DNA …

The self-assembly of the protein clathrin on biological membranes facilitates essential
processes of endocytosis and has provided a source of inspiration for materials design by the …

Protein‐based fibers are used by nature as high‐performance materials in a wide range of
applications, including providing structural support, creating thermal insulation, and …

The aggregation of the amyloid β (Aβ) peptide is one of the molecular hallmarks of Alzheimer’s
disease (AD). Although Aβ deposits have mostly been observed extracellularly, various …

The molecular origins of Alzheimer’s disease are associated with the aggregation of the
amyloid-β peptide (Aβ). This process is controlled by a complex cellular homeostasis system, …

Compartmentalization and selective transport of molecular species are key aspects of chemical
transformations inside the cell. In an artificial setting, the immobilization of a wide range …

Multisomes are multicompartmental structures formed by a lipid-stabilized network of
aqueous droplets, which are contained by an outer oil phase. These biomimetic structures are …

DNA nanotechnology leverages Watson–Crick–Franklin base-pairing interactions to build
complex DNA-based nanostructures (DNS). Due to DNA specific self-assembly properties, …

The design of simple and versatile synthetic routes to accomplish triggered-release
properties in carriers is of particular interest for drug delivery purposes. In this context, the …

Microcapsules are a key class of microscale materials with applications in areas ranging from
personal care to biomedicine, and with increasing potential to act as extracellular matrix (…