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Biomimicry Materials and Applications

Edited by Inamuddin, Tariq Altalhi and Ashjan Alrogi
Copyright: 2023   |   Status: Published
ISBN: 9781394166213  |  Hardcover  |  
251 pages | 63 illustrations
Price: $195 USD
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Since the concept of biomimetics was first developed in 1950, the practical applications of biomimetic materials have created a revolution from biotechnology to medicine and most industrial domains, and are the future of commercial work in nearly all fields.

Audience
This is a useful guide for engineers, researchers, and students who work on the synthesis, properties, and applications of existing biomimetic materials in academia and industrial settings.

Description
Biomimetic materials are basically synthetic materials or man-made materials which can mimic or copy the properties of natural materials. Scientists have created a revolution by mimicking natural polymers through semi-synthetic or fully synthetic methods. There are different methods to mimic a material, such as copying form and shape, copying the process, and finally mimicking at an ecosystem level.
This book comprises a detailed description of the materials used to synthesize and form biomimetic materials. It describes the materials in a way that will be far more convenient and easier to understand. The editors have compiled the book so that it can be used in all areas of research, and it shows the properties, preparations, and applications of biomimetic materials currently being used.
Readers of this volume will find that:
• It introduces the synthesis and formation of biomimetic materials;
• Provides a thorough overview of many industrial applications, such as textiles, management of plant disease detection, and various applications of electroactive polymers;
• Presents ideas on sustainability and how biomimicry fits within that arena;
• Deliberates the importance of biomimicry in novel materials.

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Author / Editor Details
Inamuddin, PhD, is an assistant professor at the Department of Applied Chemistry, Zakir Husain College of Engineering and Technology, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India. He has extensive research experience in multidisciplinary fields of analytical chemistry, materials chemistry, electrochemistry, renewable energy, and environmental science. He has worked on different research projects funded by various government agencies and universities and is the recipient of awards, including the Department of Science and Technology, India, Fast-Track Young Scientist Award and Young Researcher of the Year Award 2020 from Aligarh Muslim University. He has published about 210 research articles in various international scientific journals, 18 book chapters, and 170 edited books with multiple well-known publishers. His current research interests include ion exchange materials, a sensor for heavy metal ions, biofuel cells, supercapacitors, and bending actuators.


Tariq Altalhi, PhD, is Head of the Department of Chemistry and Vice Dean of Science College at Taif University, Saudi Arabia. He received his PhD from the University of Adelaide, Australia in 2014. His research interests include developing advanced chemistry-based solutions for solid and liquid municipal waste management, converting plastic bags to carbon nanotubes, and fly ash to efficient adsorbent material. He also researches natural extracts and their application in the generation of value-added products such as nanomaterials.

Ashjan Alrogi, MD, graduated with MBBS degree from Um Al Qura University, Saudi Arabia in 2007 then joined Saudi board of internal medicine for 4 years followed by 2 years Saudi fellowship for adult endocrine and metabolism. She is working as a consultant of internal medicine and adult endocrinology at Hera General Hospital, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

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Table of Contents
Preface
1. Biomimetic Optics

Priya Karmakar, Kripasindhu Karmakar, Sk. Mehebub Rahaman, Sandip Kundu, Subhendu Dhibar, Ujjwal Mandal and Bidyut Saha
1.1 Introduction
1.2 What is Biomimicry?
1.3 Step-by-Step Approach for Designing Biomimetic Optical Materials From Bioorganisms
1.3.1 Optical Structure Analysis in Biology
1.3.2 The Analysis of Optical Characteristics in Biological Materials
1.3.3 Optical Biomimetic Materials Fabrication Strategies
1.4 Biological Visual Systems—Animal and Human
1.4.1 Simple Eyes
1.4.2 Compound Eyes
1.4.2.1 Appositional Compound Eyes
1.4.2.2 Superpositional Compound Eyes
1.5. The Eye’s Optical and Neural Components
1.5.1 Cornea
1.5.2 Pupils
1.5.3 Lens
1.5.4 Retina
1.6 Application of Biomimetic Optics
1.6.1 Hybrid Optical Components are Meant to Resemble the Optical System of the Eye
1.6.2 Microlens With a Dual-Facet Design
1.6.3 Fiber Optics in Nature
1.6.4 Bioinspired Optical Device
1.6.4.1 Tunable Lenses Inspired by Nature
1.6.4.2 X-Ray Telescope
1.6.4.3 Bioinspired Sensors
1.7 Conclusion
References
2. Mimicry at the Material–Cell Interface
Rajiv Kumar and Neelam Chhillar
2.1 Cell and Material Interfaces
2.2 Host-Microbe Interactions and Interface Mimicry
2.3 Alterations in Characteristics and Mimicking of Extracellular Matrix
2.4 Mimicry, Manipulations, and Cell Behavior
2.5 Single-Cell Transcriptomics and Involution Mimicry
2.6 Molecular Mimicry and Disturbed Immune Surveillance
2.7 Surface Chemistry, and Cell–Material Interface
2.8 Cell Biology and Surface Topography
2.9 3D Extracellular Matrix Mimics and Materials Chemistry
2.10 Microbe Interactions and Interface Mimicry
2.11 Hijacking of the Host Interactome, and Imperfect Mimicry
2.12 Vasculogenic Mimicry and Tumor Angiogenesis
References
3. Bacteriocins of Lactic Acid Bacteria as a Potential Antimicrobial Peptide
Ajay Kumar, Rohit Ruhal and Rashmi Kataria
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Bacteriocins
3.3 Lactic Acid Bacteria
3.4 Classification of LAB Bacteriocins
3.4.1 Class I Bacteriocins or Lantibiotics
3.4.1.1 Class Ia
3.4.1.2 Class Ib
3.4.1.3 Class Ic or Antibiotics
3.4.1.4 Class Id
3.4.1.5 Class Ie
3.4.1.6 Class If
3.4.2 Class II Bacteriocins
3.4.3 Class III Bacteriocins
3.5 Mechanisms of LAB Bacteriocins to Inactivate Microbial Growth
3.5.1 Action on Cell Wall Synthesis
3.5.1.1 Pore Formation
3.5.1.2 Inhibition of Peptidoglycan Synthesis
3.5.2 Obstruction in Replication and Transcription
3.5.3 Inhibition in Protein Synthesis
3.5.4 Disruption of Membrane Structure
3.5.5 Disruption in Septum Formation
3.6 Antimicrobial Properties of LAB Bacteriocins
3.6.1 Antiviral Activity
3.6.2 Antibacterial Properties
3.6.3 Antifungal Activity
3.7 Applications
3.7.1 Bacteriocins in Packaging Film
3.7.2 Potential Use as Biopreservatives
3.7.3 Bacteriocins as Antibiofilm
3.7.4 Applications in Foods Industries
3.8 Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
4. A Review on Emergence of a Nature-Inspired Polymer-Polydopamine in Biomedicine
Lakshmi Nidhi Rao, Arun M. Isloor, Aditya Shetty and Pallavi K.C.
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Structure of PDA
4.3 Polydopamine as a Biomedical Material
4.4 Polydopamine as a Biomedical Adhesive
4.5 Availability of Polydopamine and its Biomedical Applications
4.6 Polydopamine Coatings of Nanomaterials
4.7 Polydopamine-Based Capsules
4.8 Polydopamine Nanoparticles and Nanocomposites
4.9 Polydopamine Properties
4.9.1 Cell Adhesion
4.9.2 Mineralization and Bone Regeneration
4.9.3 Blood Compatibility
4.9.4 Antimicrobial Effect
4.10 Dental Applications
4.11 Dental Adhesives
4.11.1 Tooth Mineralization
4.12 Conclusions 1
References
5. Application of Electroactive Polymer Actuator: A Brief Review
Dillip Kumar Biswal
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Chronological Summary of the Evolution of EAP Actuator
5.3 Electroactive Polymer Actuators Groups
5.3.1 Ionic Electroactive Polymers
5.3.2 Electronic Electroactive Polymers
5.4 Application of Electroactive Polymer Actuators
5.4.1 Soft Robotic Actuator Applications
5.4.2 Underwater Applications
5.4.3 Aerospace Applications
5.4.4 Energy Harvesting Applications
5.4.5 Healthcare and Biomedical Applications
5.4.6 Shape Memory Polymer Applications
5.4.7 Smart Window Applications
5.4.8 Wearable Electronics Applications
5.5 Conclusion
References
6 Bioinspired Hydrogels Through 3D Bioprinting
Farnaz Niknam, Vahid Rahmanian, Seyyed Mojtaba Mousavi, Seyyed Alireza Hashemi, Aziz Babapoor and Chin Wei Lai
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Bioinspiration
6.3 3D Bioprinting
6.3.1 Inkjet Bioprinting
6.3.2 Extrusion Printing
6.4 Hydrogels as Inks for 3D Bioprinting
6.5 Polymers Used for Bioinspired Hydrogels
6.5.1 Alginate
6.5.2 Cellulose
6.5.3 Chitosan
6.5.4 Fibrin
6.5.5 Silk
6.6 Conclusion
References
7. Electroactive Polymer Actuator-Based Refreshable Braille Displays
Pooja Mohapatra, Lipsa Shubhadarshinee and Aruna Kumar Barick
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Refreshable Braille Display
7.3 Electroactive Polymers
7.4 EAP-Based Braille Actuator
7.5 Conclusions
References
8. Materials Biomimicked From Natural Ones
Carlo Santulli
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Damage-Tolerant Ceramics
8.2.1 General Considerations
8.2.2 Nacre
8.2.3 Tooth Enamel
8.3 Protein-Based Materials With Tailored Properties
8.3.1 General Considerations
8.3.2 Dragline Silk
8.3.3 Fish Scales
8.4 Polymers Fit for Easy Junction/Self-Cleaning
8.4.1 General Considerations
8.4.2 Gecko for No-Glue Adhesion
8.4.3 Blue Mussel for Development of Specific Adhesives
8.4.4 Shark Skin for Functional Surfaces
8.5 Recent Prototype Developments on Materials Biomimicked from Natural Ones
8.6 Conclusions
References
9. Novel Biomimicry Techniques for Detecting Plant Diseases
Adeshina Fadeyibi and Mary Fadeyibi
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Preharvest Biomimicry Detection Techniques
9.2.1 Remote Sensing Technique Approach
9.2.2 Machine Vision and Fuzzy Logic Approaches
9.2.3 Robotics Approach
9.3 Postharvest Biomimicry Detection Techniques
9.3.1 Neural Network Approach
9.3.2 Support Vector Machine Approach
9.4 Prospects and Conclusion
References
10. Biomimicry for Sustainable Structural Mimicking in Textile Industries
Mira Chares Subash and Muthiah Perumalsamy
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Examples of Biomimicry Fabrics
10.2.1 Algae Fiber
10.2.2 Mushroom Leather
10.2.3 Fabric Mimics
10.2.4 Bacterial Pigments
10.2.5 Orange Fabrics
10.2.6 Protein Couture
10.2.7 Natural Fiber Fabrics
10.3 Fabric Production from Biomaterial
10.3.1 Soy Fabric
10.3.2 Cotton Fabric
10.3.3 Supima Fabric
10.3.4 Pima Fabric
10.3.5 Wool Fabric
10.3.6 Hemp Fabric
10.4 Current Methods of Biomimicry Materials
10.5 Future of Biomimicry
10.6 Benefits of Biomimicry
10.6.1 Sustainability
10.6.2 Perform Welt
10.6.3 Energy Saving
10.6.4 Cut-Resistant Costs
10.6.5 Eliminate Waste
10.6.6 New Product Derivation
10.6.7 Disrupt Traditional Thinking
10.6.8 Adaptability to Climate
10.6.9 Nourish Curiosity
10.6.10 Leverage Collaboration
10.7 Conclusion
References
Index

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