Biomimetic stimuli-responsive nanochannels and their applications

Lulu Fu; Jin Zhai

doi:10.1002/elps.201800536

Biomimetic stimuli-responsive nanochannels and their applications

Electrophoresis. 2019 Aug;40(16-17):2058-2074. doi: 10.1002/elps.201800536. Epub 2019 Mar 27.

Authors

Lulu Fu¹, Jin Zhai¹

Affiliation

¹ Key Laboratory of Bio-Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Energy Materials and Devices, School of Chemistry, Beihang University, Beijing, P. R. China.

PMID: 30883823
DOI: 10.1002/elps.201800536

Abstract

Biomimetic smart nanochannels have been studied extensively to achieve the precise ionic transport compared to biological ion channels. Similar to ion channels in living organisms, biomimetic smart nanochannels can respond to various stimuli, which allows for promising applications in many fields. In this review, we mainly summarize the recent advances in the design of biomimetic stimuli-responsive nanochannels and their potential applications including biosensors and drug delivery. Finally, an outlook on the challenges and opportunities for biomimetic stimuli-responsive nanochannels is provided.

Keywords: Biomimetic stimuli-responsive nanochannels; Biosensors; Drug delivery.

Publication types

Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
Review

MeSH terms

Biomimetics*
Biosensing Techniques*
Drug Delivery Systems
Equipment Design
Hydrogen-Ion Concentration
Metals, Heavy / analysis
Models, Biological
Nanopores*
Temperature

Substances

Metals, Heavy

Abstract

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MeSH terms

Substances

Grants and funding