Biohybrid Microswimmer - Designing Molecular Machines for Targeted Therapeutics and Sensing
Fouad Sabry
Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable
Summary
Biohybrid microswimmer-This chapter introduces the concept of biohybrids and their significance in combining biological systems with robotic components, highlighting their potential for innovative applications in medicine and technology Microswimmer-A detailed exploration of the mechanics of microswimmers, smallscale robots designed to navigate fluid environments, and their potential in targeted drug delivery and environmental monitoring Molecular motor-Discover the molecular motors that power biohybrids and their importance in mimicking natural biological processes for advanced robotic functions at the nanoscale Biofilm-This chapter focuses on the role of biofilms in the behavior and development of biohybrids, demonstrating their relevance in creating selfhealing and adaptable systems Selfpropelled particles-Learn about selfpropelled particles, their mechanisms, and how they can be engineered to move autonomously, a key component of biohybrids in bioengineering Marine prokaryotes-Dive into the biology of marine prokaryotes, understanding their natural propulsion mechanisms and how they inspire the design of biohybrid microswimmers Nanomotor-This chapter explores the intricacies of nanomotors, their design, and their integration into biohybrids to enhance efficiency and performance at a microscopic scale Quorum sensing-A detailed discussion on quorum sensing, a communication system in bacteria, and how it influences the coordination of biohybrid microswimmers for more effective collaborative actions Nanorobotics-Explore the broader field of nanorobotics, providing context for biohybrids as part of the larger revolution in smallscale robots capable of performing complex tasks Bacterial motility-This chapter examines how bacteria move and interact with their environments, offering insights into how biohybrids can mimic these behaviors to navigate within complex environments Runandtumble motion-Delve into the runandtumble mechanism, an essential concept in the movement of microorganisms, and how biohybrids can replicate this to achieve efficient locomotion Bacteria-Understand the biology of bacteria, their propulsion systems, and the vital role they play in the design of biohybrids that can navigate and operate in challenging environments Flagellum-This chapter provides an indepth look at flagella, the biological motors that drive bacterial movement, and how these principles are applied in biohybrid microswimmers for movement and functionality Chemotaxis-Learn about chemotaxis, the process by which organisms move toward or away from chemical stimuli, and its integration into biohybrids to guide their movement in complex environments Siderophore-Discover the role of siderophores in biological systems and their significance in biohybrid applications for targeted delivery and navigation Metin Sitti-A focus on Metin Sitti's pioneering work in biohybrid systems and the development of biohybrids that bridge the gap between biology and robotics, setting the stage for future innovations Microbotics-Learn about microbotics, a field that focuses on the design and development of miniature robots, and their connection to biohybrids in advancing applications in medicine and environmental protection Microorganism-Gain a deeper understanding of microorganisms and how their biological processes inspire the design of biohybrids that can operate in realworld environments Protist locomotion-This chapter examines the movement of protists, unicellular organisms that offer valuable lessons in how to engineer biohybrids for diverse environments Gliding motility-Explore the unique mechanisms of gliding motility in certain organisms, providing valuable insights for the creation of biohybrid systems that can navigate smoothly across various surfaces
Available since: 03/21/2025.
Print length: 418 pages.
