Smart Functional Nanomotors
In this theme we mimic natural synthetic processes by compartmentalization and assembly of biocatalysts in polymeric capsules (polymersomes). Enzyme cascades are investigated for their ability to induce adaptive behavior. Polymer assemblies are made which act as nanorockets
Towards Biocompatible/Degradable Stomatocytes Nano-motor system
Biological motors are fascinating structures involved in almost every biological process such as cell division and muscles movement. Their intricate movement and structure was a source of inspiration for scientists . . . (more)
Contact: Prof. Dr. Daniela Wilson
Self-propelled stomatocyte nanomotor with temperature responsive valve.
The motion of self-propelled micro- and nano-motors in chemical fuels such as hydrogen peroxide are uncontrollable unless the exhaustion of fuel. Hereby supramolecular assembly of platinum nanoparticles (PtNPs)-encapsulated stomatocyte nanomotors (more)
Contact: Prof. Dr. Daniela Wilson
Controlled Shape Transformation of Polymersomes for building up new nanomotor systems
Autonomous movement is essential to all biological systems from physical running to fertilization. The mechanics of such systems can be down to the level of cells and biomolecules via a bottom-up (or self-assembly) approach. (more)
Contact: Prof. Dr. Daniela Wilson
Self-propelled supramolecular nanomotors for drug delivery
Delivery vehicles which are able to actively seek and precisely locate targeted tissues using concentration gradients of signaling molecules have hardly been explored yet. In the lab, through self-assembly, (more)
Contact: Prof. Dr. Daniela Wilson
