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San Jose State University
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Diaz, Steven.
A biomimetic approach to low-cost ceramic armors.
Degree: MS, Biomedical, Chemical & Materials Engineering, 2013, San Jose State University
URL: https://doi.org/10.31979/etd.zbmg-9tj5
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► Armor used for ballistic protection applications is driven by three main factors: protection level, system weight, and cost. Engineered ceramic armors are an attractive…
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▼ Armor used for ballistic protection applications is driven by three main factors: protection level, system weight, and cost. Engineered ceramic armors are an attractive option over metallic systems because of the potential for weight reduction; however, large tiles of high-strength, monolithic ceramic are significantly more expensive than the metallic counterpart for an equivalent protection level. Ceramics also tend to fail catastrophically during impact, leading to secondary cracking and shrapnel, affecting the viability of the rest of the armor system and posing significant risks to personnel. Biological ceramic systems, such as those found in mollusks and crustaceans, incorporate relatively low-strength ceramics into complex structures. These assemblies reportedly exhibit greater damage tolerance over equivalent volumes of monolithic ceramics. Key microstructural elements of natural organo-ceramic systems were identified, adapted, and incorporated into a macro scale composite design. Two variants, one using a rigid adhesive and another with a flexible adhesive, were constructed and tested for flexure and impact. The flexible adhesive design reliably exhibited at least 10 times greater energy absorption over monolithic control samples and could be repeatedly struck in the same location at impact loads that caused catastrophic failure in the control samples. Secondary fractures were rarely observed in either design, and shrapnel generation was nearly zero in all cases. A cost/benefit analysis indicated a nearly 30% drop in material cost when compared to an equivalent volume of high strength silicon carbide.
Subjects/Keywords: Armor; Biomimetics
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Diaz, S. (2013). A biomimetic approach to low-cost ceramic armors. (Masters Thesis). San Jose State University. Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.31979/etd.zbmg-9tj5 ; https://scholarworks.sjsu.edu/etd_theses/4384
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Diaz, Steven. “A biomimetic approach to low-cost ceramic armors.” 2013. Masters Thesis, San Jose State University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
https://doi.org/10.31979/etd.zbmg-9tj5 ; https://scholarworks.sjsu.edu/etd_theses/4384.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Diaz, Steven. “A biomimetic approach to low-cost ceramic armors.” 2013. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Diaz S. A biomimetic approach to low-cost ceramic armors. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. San Jose State University; 2013. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: https://doi.org/10.31979/etd.zbmg-9tj5 ; https://scholarworks.sjsu.edu/etd_theses/4384.
Council of Science Editors:
Diaz S. A biomimetic approach to low-cost ceramic armors. [Masters Thesis]. San Jose State University; 2013. Available from: https://doi.org/10.31979/etd.zbmg-9tj5 ; https://scholarworks.sjsu.edu/etd_theses/4384

Vanderbilt University
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Nesbitt, Jenny Eloise.
Oceanic inspiration for biomaterial formation – investigations into biomimetic synthesis and characterization of inorganic oxide materials inspired by sea sponges and
diatoms.
Degree: PhD, Chemistry, 2016, Vanderbilt University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1803/14286
► The work presented in this dissertation focuses on biomimetic studies of two systems of biosilification: a subset of unicellular algae, known as diatoms, and sea…
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▼ The work presented in this dissertation focuses on biomimetic studies of two systems of biosilification: a subset of unicellular algae, known as diatoms, and sea sponges. Chapter I introduces the topics represented in subsequent chapters, including biomineralization, biosilica deposition in sea sponges, biosilica deposition in diatom cell walls, previous biomimetic work, and typical laboratory-based metal oxide formation. Work in Chapter II describes the development of a library of dendrimer-based biomimics of diatom structure-directing organic material. These dendrimers were studied for their ability to precipitate a variety of in vitro silica and titania morphologies, dependent on electrostatic interactions. In Chapter III, two readily available proteases, trypsin and papain, are investigated as potential biomimics of the silicatein enzyme, found in sea sponges as the only known enzymatic example of biosilica formation. The active sites and 3D structure of each protease was studied for its role in metal oxide precipitation. Chapter IV discusses a bottom up approach to metal oxide patterning without the use of harsh chemicals typically used in lithography. The templating and metal oxide formation are characterized using nano-imaging techniques. Chapter V focuses on the biosilicification process in diatoms, presenting work on developing a screening assay of T. pseudonana, whose genome has been fully sequenced. The purpose of the assay is to determine molecules that probe the silicon metabolic cycle that result in morphological changes to the silica frustule. Progress towards the development of this screen is laid out, including growth optimization, plate processing, and plate analysis using colorimetric and fluorescent silica quantitation, as well as flow cytometry. Finally, in Chapter VI, conclusions and future directions of this field are discussed, both in terms of specific work discussed in this dissertation as well as in broader applications.
Advisors/Committee Members: Charles M. Lukehart (committee member), Janet E. Macdonald (committee member), Scott A. Guelcher (committee member), David W. Wright (Committee Chair).
Subjects/Keywords: diatoms; silica; biomimetics; nanolithography
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Nesbitt, J. E. (2016). Oceanic inspiration for biomaterial formation – investigations into biomimetic synthesis and characterization of inorganic oxide materials inspired by sea sponges and
diatoms. (Doctoral Dissertation). Vanderbilt University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1803/14286
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Nesbitt, Jenny Eloise. “Oceanic inspiration for biomaterial formation – investigations into biomimetic synthesis and characterization of inorganic oxide materials inspired by sea sponges and
diatoms.” 2016. Doctoral Dissertation, Vanderbilt University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1803/14286.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Nesbitt, Jenny Eloise. “Oceanic inspiration for biomaterial formation – investigations into biomimetic synthesis and characterization of inorganic oxide materials inspired by sea sponges and
diatoms.” 2016. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Nesbitt JE. Oceanic inspiration for biomaterial formation – investigations into biomimetic synthesis and characterization of inorganic oxide materials inspired by sea sponges and
diatoms. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Vanderbilt University; 2016. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1803/14286.
Council of Science Editors:
Nesbitt JE. Oceanic inspiration for biomaterial formation – investigations into biomimetic synthesis and characterization of inorganic oxide materials inspired by sea sponges and
diatoms. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Vanderbilt University; 2016. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1803/14286

Penn State University
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Jones, Cory Armand.
Development and Characterization of Biomimetic Membranes for use in Environmental and Biomedical Applications.
Degree: 2018, Penn State University
URL: https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/15050caj35
► Biomimetic membranes have a variety of applications in the environmental and biomedical realms. The focus of this work is on understanding transport of two types…
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▼ Biomimetic membranes have a variety of applications in the environmental and biomedical realms.
The focus of this work is on understanding transport of two types of membranes: 1) Lipid vesicle
membranes with incorporated microbial opsins, proteins which pump ions in response to light. 2)
Porous Graphene membranes modified with a lipid bilayer. Protein incorporated membranes are
important for use in optogenetics. Stopped-flow and patch clamp are two measurement techniques
used to characterize ion transport. Stopped-flow was limited in measuring ion activity due to
limitations in commercial sodium fluorophores. Patch Clamp was found to be a viable alternative
in measuring channel and pump activity of proteins embedded in Giant Unilamellar Vesicles
(GUVs) grown through electroformation. Lipid modified graphene membranes were created for
use in water desalination. Measurement techniques were developed to accompany a purpose-built
diffusion cell which can accurately measure water permeability (A value) and salt permeability (B
value). The A and B values were calculated for Forward Osmosis (FO) membranes, and are
comparable to industry standards, confirming the ability of this technique to analyze other
membranes. An estimate of past unmodified and modified lipid for the A and B values were made
by normalizing the number and size of pores. Lipid modified membranes are estimated to provide
an A value of 15.7 LMH/bar ((L/(m2 hr))/ bar) (40x increase), B value of 0.0047 LMH (64x
decrease), and Water Flux of 26.3 LMH (1.5x increase) in comparison to FO membranes.
Advisors/Committee Members: Manish Kumar, Thesis Advisor/Co-Advisor, Phillip E Savage, Committee Member, Andrew Zydney, Committee Member.
Subjects/Keywords: Biomimetics; Membranes; Opsins; Graphene
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Jones, C. A. (2018). Development and Characterization of Biomimetic Membranes for use in Environmental and Biomedical Applications. (Thesis). Penn State University. Retrieved from https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/15050caj35
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Jones, Cory Armand. “Development and Characterization of Biomimetic Membranes for use in Environmental and Biomedical Applications.” 2018. Thesis, Penn State University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/15050caj35.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Jones, Cory Armand. “Development and Characterization of Biomimetic Membranes for use in Environmental and Biomedical Applications.” 2018. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Jones CA. Development and Characterization of Biomimetic Membranes for use in Environmental and Biomedical Applications. [Internet] [Thesis]. Penn State University; 2018. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/15050caj35.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Jones CA. Development and Characterization of Biomimetic Membranes for use in Environmental and Biomedical Applications. [Thesis]. Penn State University; 2018. Available from: https://submit-etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/15050caj35
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Texas A&M University
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Denny, Jason Adam.
The Uptake, Transport, and Storage of Nickel in Cells: A Modeling Study of MN2S2 Complexes and Their Derivatives.
Degree: PhD, Chemistry, 2015, Texas A&M University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/155443
► Nickel is an essential metal in biological systems and numerous studies have investigated the import, regulation, utilization, and export in cells and the proteins involved.…
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▼ Nickel is an essential metal in biological systems and numerous studies have investigated the import, regulation, utilization, and export in cells and the proteins involved. Coordination complexes of nickel have been aimed at providing background information on exchange of nickel from N-rich binding sites used for import and storage to S-rich sites of the active enzymes. The model compounds were used to investigate a range of metal exchange reactions that are plausible during nickel homeostasis in cells.
A comprehensive review has examined the MN2S2 complexes that have been synthesized-to-date and their structural aggregation properties when two to four metals bind to the available lone pair on the thiolate in MN2S2 complexes. The review summarized a wide range of modifications that are possible for MN2S2 complexes ranging from the metal used to the organic linker between the N and S donor atoms. The aggregation modes are largely determined by the coordination number preferences of the secondary metal(s). Another project attempted to quantify the electron donor properties and steric requirements of such MN2S2 metalloligands. Electronic donor properties were measured using the IR stretches in metal carbonyl reporter units. Attempts to quantify the spacial requirements of MN2S2 metalloligands were challenging due to the asymmetry of such ligands and several approaches were utilized such as the ligand cone angles (related to the famous Tolman cone angle) for monodentate binding, wedge angles for bidentate binding, or percent buried volume computations for both cases.
A series of MN2S2O2 complexes was synthesized and metal exchange properties examined. The complexes could be obtained from S-modification of MN2S2 compounds of from the free N2S2 ligand followed by metallation. The study showed the hierarchy of metal exchange followed the Irving-Williams series of stability for first row transition metals: Fe2+ < Co2+ < Ni2+ < Cu2+ > Zn2+. The mechanism of exchange appears to occur through a ligand unwrapping/wrapping process similar to the previously investigated M(EDTA) systems by Margerum in the 1960’s.
A wide range of biomimetic and inorganic compounds structures were solved using X-ray diffraction methods and figures for the finalized structures are presented.
Advisors/Committee Members: Darensbourg, Marcetta Y (advisor), Darensbourg, Don J (committee member), Barondeau, David P (committee member), Hughbanks, Timothy R (committee member), Fernando, Sandun (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: Chemistry; biomimetics; nickel; thiolates
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Denny, J. A. (2015). The Uptake, Transport, and Storage of Nickel in Cells: A Modeling Study of MN2S2 Complexes and Their Derivatives. (Doctoral Dissertation). Texas A&M University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/155443
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Denny, Jason Adam. “The Uptake, Transport, and Storage of Nickel in Cells: A Modeling Study of MN2S2 Complexes and Their Derivatives.” 2015. Doctoral Dissertation, Texas A&M University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/155443.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Denny, Jason Adam. “The Uptake, Transport, and Storage of Nickel in Cells: A Modeling Study of MN2S2 Complexes and Their Derivatives.” 2015. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Denny JA. The Uptake, Transport, and Storage of Nickel in Cells: A Modeling Study of MN2S2 Complexes and Their Derivatives. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Texas A&M University; 2015. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/155443.
Council of Science Editors:
Denny JA. The Uptake, Transport, and Storage of Nickel in Cells: A Modeling Study of MN2S2 Complexes and Their Derivatives. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Texas A&M University; 2015. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/155443

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
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Xiao, Junwu.
Understanding and exploration of the biomineralization mechanisms for the controllable synthesis of nanomaterials.
Degree: 2012, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
URL: http://repository.ust.hk/ir/Record/1783.1-7685
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https://doi.org/10.14711/thesis-b1190202
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http://repository.ust.hk/ir/bitstream/1783.1-7685/1/th_redirect.html
► This thesis is mainly concerned with understanding the biomineralization mechanisms, and further extrapolating them for the controllable synthesis of transition metal compound nanomaterials on graphene…
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▼ This thesis is mainly concerned with understanding the biomineralization mechanisms, and further extrapolating them for the controllable synthesis of transition metal compound nanomaterials on graphene sheets for energy storage applications in electrochemical capacitors and lithium ion batteries (LIB). Firstly, we have studied the mimetic biomineralization process of CaCO3 on a stearic acid or 1,2-dipalmitoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphatidylcholine (DPPC) Langmuir monolayer at the air-water interface by in-situ Brewster angle microscopy (BAM) and ex-situ electron microscopy. Amorphous calcium carbonate (ACC) precursors are directly nucleated from solvated ions prior to the crystal nuclei on a Langmuir monolayer. On a DPPC monolayer, numerous fresh ACC nanoparticles heterogeneously and continuously nucleated at the air-water interface are transformed into the metastable vaterite nanocrystals. Driven by the trend to decrease surface energy, the vaterite nanocrystals self-aggregate and grow into the loose-packed hollow ellipsoidal vaterite polycrystals. These nanocrystals in vaterite polycrystals are then gradually orientated in the same direction to evolve into tight-packed ellipsoidal mesocrystals. As the crystallization time is further increased, the metastable vaterite mesocrystals are eventually transformed into the most thermodynamically stable calcite crystals. The degree of transformation is found to be closely related to the surface pressure of DPPC monolayer, revealing that the surface energy plays a vital role in determining the transformation process. However, the biomineralization process is exactly carried out in bulk solution rather than at the air-water interface of Langmuir monolayer. To mimic the biomineralization process more realistically, we further study it in an insoluble chitosan scaffold. During the mimetic biomineralization process, small citrate molecules is used for controlling the nucleation and stabilization of ACC precursors, just like the acidic biomacromolecules in the biominerals, and insoluble chitosan scaffold provides a scaffolding framework for crystallization. The crystallization process is almost consistent with that on a Langmuir monolayer, following an amorphous precursor pathway: the supersaturation solution → amorphous precursors → nanocrystals → polycrystals → mesocrystals → single crystals. Secondly, organic and inorganic additives control over the shapes, sizes and phases of inorganic nanocrystals and arrange them into ordered structures from amorphous precursors in the organisms. This interesting phenomenon has galvanized many attempts to mimic the biomineralization process for synthesizing novel materials. We have studied the crystallization processes from small citrate molecules stabilized ACC precursors under cetyltrimethyl ammonium bromide (CTAB) micellar structures. Amorphous precursors, with a hydrated and disordered structure, are easily transformed and molded into CaCO3 crystals with novel morphologies, such as, hollow radiating cluster-like particles, hollow sheaf-like…
Subjects/Keywords: Biomineralization
; Nanostructured materials – Synthesis
; Biomimetics
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Xiao, J. (2012). Understanding and exploration of the biomineralization mechanisms for the controllable synthesis of nanomaterials. (Thesis). Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Retrieved from http://repository.ust.hk/ir/Record/1783.1-7685 ; https://doi.org/10.14711/thesis-b1190202 ; http://repository.ust.hk/ir/bitstream/1783.1-7685/1/th_redirect.html
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Xiao, Junwu. “Understanding and exploration of the biomineralization mechanisms for the controllable synthesis of nanomaterials.” 2012. Thesis, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://repository.ust.hk/ir/Record/1783.1-7685 ; https://doi.org/10.14711/thesis-b1190202 ; http://repository.ust.hk/ir/bitstream/1783.1-7685/1/th_redirect.html.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Xiao, Junwu. “Understanding and exploration of the biomineralization mechanisms for the controllable synthesis of nanomaterials.” 2012. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Xiao J. Understanding and exploration of the biomineralization mechanisms for the controllable synthesis of nanomaterials. [Internet] [Thesis]. Hong Kong University of Science and Technology; 2012. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://repository.ust.hk/ir/Record/1783.1-7685 ; https://doi.org/10.14711/thesis-b1190202 ; http://repository.ust.hk/ir/bitstream/1783.1-7685/1/th_redirect.html.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Xiao J. Understanding and exploration of the biomineralization mechanisms for the controllable synthesis of nanomaterials. [Thesis]. Hong Kong University of Science and Technology; 2012. Available from: http://repository.ust.hk/ir/Record/1783.1-7685 ; https://doi.org/10.14711/thesis-b1190202 ; http://repository.ust.hk/ir/bitstream/1783.1-7685/1/th_redirect.html
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Florida Atlantic University
6.
Scesa, Paul D.
Isolation and Semi-synthesis of Marine Diterpenoids.
Degree: 2020, Florida Atlantic University
URL: http://fau.digital.flvc.org/islandora/object/fau:44452
► Natural products play a historical role in the discovery of medicine but present unique challenges for chemical isolation, identification and production. In this work we…
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▼ Natural products play a historical role in the discovery of medicine but present unique challenges for chemical isolation, identification and production. In this work we describe the identification of twenty novel diterpenoids. These were isolated by use of chromatography, and the structures determined by spectroscopic methods, primarily 1D and 2D NMR. Six of these possess unprecedented diterpenoid skeletons and two of them show significant growth inhibitory effects on cancer cell lines in vitro (GI50 < 10 μM). The biomimetic semisynthesis of diterpendoids and analogues is also presented.
Access to the bielschowskyane carbon skeleton by dearomatization of a furanocembranoid precursor is described. Highlights include a stereoselective alkene epoxidation, a novel kinetic furan dearomatization method, and an efficient [2+2] photochemical cycloaddition. The role of conformational steering was studied spectroscopically using VT 1H-NMR and NOESY as well as quantum chemical calculations at the DFT level of theory. We also disclose a biomimetic synthesis of providencin using a photochemical Norrish-Yang cyclization. This provided the absolute configuration by chemical correlation with the precursor bipinnatin E, the latter determined by x-ray diffraction. An unexpected, regioisomeric byproduct was observed and a possible mechanism is proposed. A biomimetic synthesis of the diterpene alkaloid aceropterine is also described, using an epoxidation-rearrangement cascade. This work led to a revised structure of aceropterine, formulated by spectroscopic methods. Finally, the isolation and structure elucidation of a novel, cyclic lipopeptide from Pseudomonas sp. is described. The compound was obtained using a unique antibiotic crowd sourcing approach and the structure determined by spectroscopic methods and advanced Marfey’s analysis.
2020
Degree granted: Dissertation (Ph.D.) – Florida Atlantic University, 2020.
Collection: FAU
Advisors/Committee Members: West, Lyndon (Thesis advisor), Florida Atlantic University (Degree grantor), Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Charles E. Schmidt College of Science.
Subjects/Keywords: Marine natural products; Diterpenoids; Biomimetics
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Scesa, P. D. (2020). Isolation and Semi-synthesis of Marine Diterpenoids. (Thesis). Florida Atlantic University. Retrieved from http://fau.digital.flvc.org/islandora/object/fau:44452
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Scesa, Paul D. “Isolation and Semi-synthesis of Marine Diterpenoids.” 2020. Thesis, Florida Atlantic University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://fau.digital.flvc.org/islandora/object/fau:44452.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Scesa, Paul D. “Isolation and Semi-synthesis of Marine Diterpenoids.” 2020. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Scesa PD. Isolation and Semi-synthesis of Marine Diterpenoids. [Internet] [Thesis]. Florida Atlantic University; 2020. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://fau.digital.flvc.org/islandora/object/fau:44452.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Scesa PD. Isolation and Semi-synthesis of Marine Diterpenoids. [Thesis]. Florida Atlantic University; 2020. Available from: http://fau.digital.flvc.org/islandora/object/fau:44452
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Montana State University
7.
Varpness, Zachary Bradley.
Biomimetic synthesis of catalytic materials.
Degree: PhD, College of Letters & Science, 2007, Montana State University
URL: https://scholarworks.montana.edu/xmlui/handle/1/2471
► Fn was also used as the platform for the synthesis of catalytic platinum alloys of zinc and nickel. The alloys synthesized in this method showed…
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▼ Fn was also used as the platform for the synthesis of catalytic platinum alloys of zinc and nickel. The alloys synthesized in this method showed an increase in the catalytic production of H2 gas per platinum atom. The Hsp protein cage was tested as a potential platform for use as a drug delivery vehicle for the targeted delivery of photodynamic therapy agents (PTA). The PTA, a Ru(bpy)3 2+ derivative, was attached to the interior and exterior of the protein cage to determine the effect of the protein cage on reactive oxygen species (ROS), specifically singlet oxygen, generation by the PTA. While the Hsp was oxidized by ROS, the PTA production of ROS was not significantly quenched by the protein cage displaying its potential as a delivery vehicle for PTA. Thiocapsa roseopersicina hydrogenase that is a a supramolecular was used in the synthesis nickel metal nanoparticles. The enzymatic oxidation of H2 gas was used as the source of reducing equivalents. The hydrogenase was shown to specifically mineralize nickel metal nanoparticles on the interior surface revealing the reductive active site.
Advisors/Committee Members: Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Trevor Douglas, Mary Cloninger (co-chair) (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Catalysts.; Biomimetics.
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Varpness, Z. B. (2007). Biomimetic synthesis of catalytic materials. (Doctoral Dissertation). Montana State University. Retrieved from https://scholarworks.montana.edu/xmlui/handle/1/2471
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Varpness, Zachary Bradley. “Biomimetic synthesis of catalytic materials.” 2007. Doctoral Dissertation, Montana State University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
https://scholarworks.montana.edu/xmlui/handle/1/2471.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Varpness, Zachary Bradley. “Biomimetic synthesis of catalytic materials.” 2007. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Varpness ZB. Biomimetic synthesis of catalytic materials. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Montana State University; 2007. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: https://scholarworks.montana.edu/xmlui/handle/1/2471.
Council of Science Editors:
Varpness ZB. Biomimetic synthesis of catalytic materials. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Montana State University; 2007. Available from: https://scholarworks.montana.edu/xmlui/handle/1/2471

Drexel University
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Robinson, Amanda Courtney.
An Investigation of the Distorted Geometries of Copper(II), Nickel(II), and Cobalt(II) Complexes Induced by 1,3-Bis(pyridylimino)isoindoline Derivatives.
Degree: 2019, Drexel University
URL: https://idea.library.drexel.edu/islandora/object/idea%3A9544
► Biomimetic properties of copper, nickel, and cobalt coordination compounds have been studied extensively as these metals are found in the active sites of numerous proteins.…
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▼ Biomimetic properties of copper, nickel, and cobalt coordination compounds have been studied extensively as these metals are found in the active sites of numerous proteins. Coordinating ligands with nitrogen donor atoms are especially of interest because nitrogen is also extremely common at these active sites. By changing the structure of the ligand, the complexes can be modified to mimic a wide array of enzymes. Studying these complexes has led researchers to propose mechanisms for many enzymes. In this work, tridentate ligands with nitrogen donor atoms were complexed with Cu(II), Ni(II), and Co(II) to form tetracoordinate and pentacoordinate systems. Syntheses and characterizations will be presented including X-ray crystallographic data, electron spin resonance, and electronic absorption data. [phi]t, [omega], and [tau] parameters will be given to describe the distorted geometries of the metal-ligand complexes.
M.S., Chemistry – Drexel University, 2019
Advisors/Committee Members: Addison, A.W., College of Arts and Sciences.
Subjects/Keywords: Chemistry; Chemistry, Inorganic; Biomimetics
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Robinson, A. C. (2019). An Investigation of the Distorted Geometries of Copper(II), Nickel(II), and Cobalt(II) Complexes Induced by 1,3-Bis(pyridylimino)isoindoline Derivatives. (Thesis). Drexel University. Retrieved from https://idea.library.drexel.edu/islandora/object/idea%3A9544
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Robinson, Amanda Courtney. “An Investigation of the Distorted Geometries of Copper(II), Nickel(II), and Cobalt(II) Complexes Induced by 1,3-Bis(pyridylimino)isoindoline Derivatives.” 2019. Thesis, Drexel University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
https://idea.library.drexel.edu/islandora/object/idea%3A9544.
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Robinson, Amanda Courtney. “An Investigation of the Distorted Geometries of Copper(II), Nickel(II), and Cobalt(II) Complexes Induced by 1,3-Bis(pyridylimino)isoindoline Derivatives.” 2019. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Robinson AC. An Investigation of the Distorted Geometries of Copper(II), Nickel(II), and Cobalt(II) Complexes Induced by 1,3-Bis(pyridylimino)isoindoline Derivatives. [Internet] [Thesis]. Drexel University; 2019. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: https://idea.library.drexel.edu/islandora/object/idea%3A9544.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Robinson AC. An Investigation of the Distorted Geometries of Copper(II), Nickel(II), and Cobalt(II) Complexes Induced by 1,3-Bis(pyridylimino)isoindoline Derivatives. [Thesis]. Drexel University; 2019. Available from: https://idea.library.drexel.edu/islandora/object/idea%3A9544
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9.
Chandran, Rakkiyappan.
Bio-mimetic multimodal nanostructured surfaces fabricated with self-assembling biopolymer and its applications.
Degree: 2017, NC Docks
URL: http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/uncg/f/Chandran_uncg_0154D_12172.pdf
► Nanotechnology will revolutionize the industrial world in 21st century. Almost every country has invested in research to unfold the mysteries of nanomaterials and for their…
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▼ Nanotechnology will revolutionize the industrial world in 21st century. Almost every country has invested in research to unfold the mysteries of nanomaterials and for their applications. A major driving force of nanomaterial research is through the imitation of living system and materials, also known as biomimetics. Polymeric biomaterials have a critical role in the advancement of medicine and sustainable green materials. In this dissertation I demonstrate the roles that the polysaccharide biopolymer chitin has as the major structural component of the arthropod cuticle and the potential that chitin has as a versatile component to novel biomaterial applications. Chitin is a polysaccharide that is a polymer of N-acetylglucosamine, chitin is the second most abundant biopolymer on the planet and a primary component of insect, arthropod and fungal exoskeletons/cuticles. Various factors contribute to the mechanical properties of an insect cuticle including cuticle thickness and composition. In my dissertation research I have also shown that nanoscale chitin polymer alignment may be another factor that contributes to the optical, surface, and mechanical properties of a cuticle. Purified chitin self-assembles into 20 nm chitin nanofibers that serve as the foundation for all higher order chitin structures in the cuticles of insects and other arthropods via interactions with structural cuticle proteins. In addition to this I have also demonstrated that purified chitin and its deacetylated form of chitosan have great potential as a substrate for many nanofabrication technique and thus provide a new and novel material in place of traditional synthetic polymers. In my dissertation is shown that the chitin and chitosan have great potential as the substrate for nanosphere lithography for the production of the generation of flexible antimicrobial and antifogging nanostructured surfaces. Metal nanoparticles are critical for many application and industrial processes, however the methods needed for their synthesis often are energy intensive and environmentally unfriendly. I demonstrate that chitin and chitosan are powerful tools for the green synthesis of metal nanoparticles. While arthropod cuticles are traditional examples for bio-mineralization and bio-metalization, I have found that a primary component of these process is due in fact to chitin and I use chitin to develop a novel class of composite nanomaterial which has important implications for a broad range of applications including antimicrobial surfaces, bioremediation, and cell scaffolds for biomedical engineering and regenerative medicine.
Subjects/Keywords: Biomimetics; Biopolymers; Chitin $x Biotechnology
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Chandran, R. (2017). Bio-mimetic multimodal nanostructured surfaces fabricated with self-assembling biopolymer and its applications. (Thesis). NC Docks. Retrieved from http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/uncg/f/Chandran_uncg_0154D_12172.pdf
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Chandran, Rakkiyappan. “Bio-mimetic multimodal nanostructured surfaces fabricated with self-assembling biopolymer and its applications.” 2017. Thesis, NC Docks. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/uncg/f/Chandran_uncg_0154D_12172.pdf.
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Chandran, Rakkiyappan. “Bio-mimetic multimodal nanostructured surfaces fabricated with self-assembling biopolymer and its applications.” 2017. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Chandran R. Bio-mimetic multimodal nanostructured surfaces fabricated with self-assembling biopolymer and its applications. [Internet] [Thesis]. NC Docks; 2017. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/uncg/f/Chandran_uncg_0154D_12172.pdf.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Chandran R. Bio-mimetic multimodal nanostructured surfaces fabricated with self-assembling biopolymer and its applications. [Thesis]. NC Docks; 2017. Available from: http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/uncg/f/Chandran_uncg_0154D_12172.pdf
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Rochester Institute of Technology
10.
Spath, William.
Feasibility of integrating multiple types of electroactive polymers to develop a biomimetic inspired muscle actuator.
Degree: Mechanical Engineering, 2011, Rochester Institute of Technology
URL: https://scholarworks.rit.edu/theses/2645
► The focus of this project is to see if it is possible to integrate multiple EAP materials in an electro- mechanical system to produce a…
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▼ The focus of this project is to see if it is possible to integrate multiple EAP materials in an electro- mechanical system to produce a closer representation of a biological muscle with smooth varying motion. In this preliminary study, two common types of EAPs, ionic and dielectric, were investigated to determine their mechanical and electrical properties in order to assess their potential to be combined into a working artificial electromechanical muscle prototype at a later time. A conceptual design for an artificial electromechanical muscle was created with biomimetic relationships between EAP materials and the human bicep muscle. With the assistance of the Rochester General Hospital, a human arm model, isolating the bicep muscle, was created to calculate mechanical characteristics of the bicep brachii. From the human arm model, bicep muscle characteristics were compared to those of the dielectric EAP because of the ability for the EAP to output relatively high force and strain during actuation. It was found that the current state of the art of EAPs is a long way from making this a reality due to their limiting force output and voltage requirements. The feasibility of developing an artificial electromechanical muscle with EAP actuators is not possible with current technology.
Advisors/Committee Members: Walter, Wayne.
Subjects/Keywords: Bicep; Biomimetics; EAP; Electroactive polymer; Muscle
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Spath, William. “Feasibility of integrating multiple types of electroactive polymers to develop a biomimetic inspired muscle actuator.” 2011. Thesis, Rochester Institute of Technology. Accessed March 01, 2021.
https://scholarworks.rit.edu/theses/2645.
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Spath, William. “Feasibility of integrating multiple types of electroactive polymers to develop a biomimetic inspired muscle actuator.” 2011. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Spath W. Feasibility of integrating multiple types of electroactive polymers to develop a biomimetic inspired muscle actuator. [Internet] [Thesis]. Rochester Institute of Technology; 2011. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: https://scholarworks.rit.edu/theses/2645.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Spath W. Feasibility of integrating multiple types of electroactive polymers to develop a biomimetic inspired muscle actuator. [Thesis]. Rochester Institute of Technology; 2011. Available from: https://scholarworks.rit.edu/theses/2645
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Utah
11.
Sarrazin, John Cody.
Sequential growth, regrowth, and control of polypyrrole-metal coil composite artificial muscles.
Degree: PhD, Mechanical Engineering, 2015, University of Utah
URL: http://content.lib.utah.edu/cdm/singleitem/collection/etd3/id/3832/rec/2165
► Conducting polymer actuators have shown numerous improvements in mechanical performance over the last couple of decades, but can be better utilized in applications with the…
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▼ Conducting polymer actuators have shown numerous improvements in mechanical performance over the last couple of decades, but can be better utilized in applications with the ability to adjust to unknown operating conditions, or improved during their lifetime. This work employs the process of sequential growth to initially fabricate polypyrrole-metal coil composite actuators, and then again for further actuator growth during its lifetime of operation. The novel synthesis process was first shown through the use of a custom testing apparatus that could support the sequential growth process by allowing different actuation and synthesis solutions to be controlled in the test cell, as well as facilitate mechanical performance testing. Open-loop testing demonstrated the actuator system performance for multiple growth stages over multiple input frequencies, and was then compared to the parameters identified to fit a simplified model during operation. The simplified model was shown to differentiate from the experimental data, but provided useful optimal growth prediction values with a performance cost evaluation algorithm. The model could predict the optimal growth determined by the experimental data to within one growth stage. Performance was improved by using a proportional-derivative feedback controller where the gains were calculated by the desired response at each growth stage for each sample. The cost performance was performed again with the closed-loop data, but did an inferior job of predicting the optimal amount of growth for each sample compared to the open-loop data. The simplified model accurately tracked the behavior changes through multiple stages of growth. The main contributions of this work include a novel testing apparatus and synthesis method for multiple growth steps, the implementation of a simplified model for tracking and optimal growth stage prediction, and the application of a model-based proportional-derivative feedback controller.
Subjects/Keywords: actuator; artificial muscle; biomimetics; polymer; polymeric actuators
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Sarrazin, J. C. (2015). Sequential growth, regrowth, and control of polypyrrole-metal coil composite artificial muscles. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Utah. Retrieved from http://content.lib.utah.edu/cdm/singleitem/collection/etd3/id/3832/rec/2165
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Sarrazin, John Cody. “Sequential growth, regrowth, and control of polypyrrole-metal coil composite artificial muscles.” 2015. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Utah. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://content.lib.utah.edu/cdm/singleitem/collection/etd3/id/3832/rec/2165.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Sarrazin, John Cody. “Sequential growth, regrowth, and control of polypyrrole-metal coil composite artificial muscles.” 2015. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Sarrazin JC. Sequential growth, regrowth, and control of polypyrrole-metal coil composite artificial muscles. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Utah; 2015. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://content.lib.utah.edu/cdm/singleitem/collection/etd3/id/3832/rec/2165.
Council of Science Editors:
Sarrazin JC. Sequential growth, regrowth, and control of polypyrrole-metal coil composite artificial muscles. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Utah; 2015. Available from: http://content.lib.utah.edu/cdm/singleitem/collection/etd3/id/3832/rec/2165

Cornell University
12.
Ortiz, Victor Barreto.
Data driven decision making through bio-inspired principles.
Degree: M.S., Architecture, Architecture, 2020, Cornell University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1813/70257
► Architects are constantly facing design challenges that have to be solved efficiently and effectively not only in terms of spatial design but of social behavior…
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▼ Architects are constantly facing design challenges that have to be solved efficiently and effectively not only in terms of spatial design but of social behavior and business strategy. Bio-inspired principles fueled by sets of data collected by users could predict patterns of necessity and trends, ultimately aiding on informed decision making. Imitating nature has become a recurring approach for contemporary architects, basing design on biological structures that minimize their efforts for specific outcomes, enabled by their improvement over the evolutionary process. A data driven process can create much more personalized user experiences and identify the essential aspects of a project, visually and functionally, transforming the way space is designed, built and used through widely available and accessible information and emerging types engagement. This dissertation will define and exemplify, through a set of five projects, the different nomenclatures and functions of bio-inspired design, using decision making techniques such as meta-heuristic optimization algorithms, visual comparison and environmental simulation; Introduce public data collection and its use in architecture, and finally result in a case study on a Feasibility Study platform that uses non-linear, bio-inspired algorithms, directed by user-generated data, to generate building typologies and inform potential development locations.
Advisors/Committee Members: Zivkovic, Sasa (chair), Miller, Martin (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: Architecture; Bio-Inspired Design; Biomimetics; Data; Ecology
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Ortiz, V. B. (2020). Data driven decision making through bio-inspired principles. (Masters Thesis). Cornell University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1813/70257
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Ortiz, Victor Barreto. “Data driven decision making through bio-inspired principles.” 2020. Masters Thesis, Cornell University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1813/70257.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Ortiz, Victor Barreto. “Data driven decision making through bio-inspired principles.” 2020. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Ortiz VB. Data driven decision making through bio-inspired principles. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Cornell University; 2020. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1813/70257.
Council of Science Editors:
Ortiz VB. Data driven decision making through bio-inspired principles. [Masters Thesis]. Cornell University; 2020. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1813/70257
13.
Singleton, Michael Lee.
Effect of Secondary Interactions on the Fundamental Properties of Small Molecule Models of the Diiron Hydrogenase Active Site.
Degree: PhD, Chemistry, 2012, Texas A&M University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2010-12-8607
► The unique active site of [FeFe]-hydrogenase has inspired over 300 small molecule models derived from the classical organometallic complex, (μ-SRS-)[Fe(CO)3]2. However, no model complex has…
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▼ The unique active site of [FeFe]-hydrogenase has inspired over 300 small molecule models derived from the classical organometallic complex, (μ-SRS-)[Fe(CO)3]2. However, no model complex has yet reproduced the hydrogen production capabilities of the enzyme. One reason for this is that the model complexes are not
subject to the large number of second coordination sphere interactions that are present in the active site. This work represents two approaches to explore the importance of non-covalent interactions on the properties of small molecule models, (μ-SRS)[Fe(CO)3]2 and (μ-SRS[Fe(CO)2L]2, of the enzyme active site.
First, a series of diiron models with additional steric bulk built into the dithiolate linker that connects the two irons were synthesized. While the electron donating ability of the dithiolate is not drastically altered, as evidenced by infrared spectroscopy, variable temperature - NMR studies show that the energy barrier for certain intramolecular dynamic processes, important in modeling the enzyme active site, is significantly lowered. Electrochemical studies on the all-CO derivatives showed no significant differences in the redox properties of the sterically bulky complexes compared to complexes without added steric bulk. For substituted complexes in which CO is replaced by strong donor ligands greater electrochemical changes were observed, with some events being more accessible by up to 230 mV. One electron oxidation of the disubstituted complexes has produced a series of rare mixed-valent FeIFeII complexes. An X-ray crystal structure of one of these complexes, (μ-SCH2C(CH3)2CH2S-)[Fe(CO)2PMe3]2PF6 shows both a semi-bridging carbonyl and an open site similar to the 2-Fe subsite in the Hox state of the enzyme active site.
Another method for studying secondary interactions on the model complexes used a host-guest approach to provide an artificial protein environment. Reaction of an aryl sulfonate-containing diiron complex with natural β-cyclodextrin results in encapsulation of the model. The X-ray crystal structure of the inclusion complex, Na (μ-SCH2N(C6H4SO3-)CH2S-)[Fe(CO)3]2·2 β-cyclodextrin shows complete enclosure of the diiron model within two cyclodextrin units. Solution studies support the formation of an inclusion complex and show that the cyclodextrin is capable of producing significant redox changes to the model complex in H2O. This work has provided a new highly modifiable method for affecting change in the properties of model complexes through intermolecular interactions.
Advisors/Committee Members: Darensbourg, Marcetta Y. (advisor), Gladysz, John A. (committee member), Hall, Michael B. (committee member), Hu, James C. (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: Hydrogenase; Biomimetics
…robust biomimetics in mind, that synthetic chemists have set out to
develop small iron sulfur… …complexes and further the pursuit of functional biomimetics.
The review below provides a cursory…
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Singleton, M. L. (2012). Effect of Secondary Interactions on the Fundamental Properties of Small Molecule Models of the Diiron Hydrogenase Active Site. (Doctoral Dissertation). Texas A&M University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2010-12-8607
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Singleton, Michael Lee. “Effect of Secondary Interactions on the Fundamental Properties of Small Molecule Models of the Diiron Hydrogenase Active Site.” 2012. Doctoral Dissertation, Texas A&M University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2010-12-8607.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Singleton, Michael Lee. “Effect of Secondary Interactions on the Fundamental Properties of Small Molecule Models of the Diiron Hydrogenase Active Site.” 2012. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Singleton ML. Effect of Secondary Interactions on the Fundamental Properties of Small Molecule Models of the Diiron Hydrogenase Active Site. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Texas A&M University; 2012. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2010-12-8607.
Council of Science Editors:
Singleton ML. Effect of Secondary Interactions on the Fundamental Properties of Small Molecule Models of the Diiron Hydrogenase Active Site. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Texas A&M University; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2010-12-8607

University of Illinois – Chicago
14.
Bellora, Luca.
Equilibrium Droplet Shapes on Micro-Textured Biomimetic Surface.
Degree: 2018, University of Illinois – Chicago
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10027/23126
► In the arid desert region of Namibia (Africa), there exists a particular type of beetle known as Onymacris unguicularis. Living in a very arid region…
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▼ In the arid desert region of Namibia (Africa), there exists a particular type of beetle known as Onymacris unguicularis. Living in a very arid region with very little rainfall, these insects rely on fog to quench their thirst. Previous research including a recent BBC production TV series named as Planet Earth II has shown this amazing behavior of the insects. Their behavior has inspired multiple studies over the years but the fundamental mechanics of fog interaction with their back shell (aka elytron) is yet to be completely understood. The current study is focused on analyzing this liquid-solid interaction using computational tools.
A computational analysis of water droplet spreading over a beetle inspired micro-textured model is conducted, supported by live observation of water interaction on a likewise designed 3D printing sample. The target of the research is understanding the effects of such morphology on water collection, in light of capillarity, wetting phenomena and biological signicance.
This thesis investigates wetting interfaces, by means of numerical modeling through an open-source Visual BASIC .NET based program. Particularly, the analysis focuses on the air/water interfacial area, which is proved to reduce for droplets deposited on the micro-textured surface, with respect to identical droplets on smooth flat surfaces. Some hypotheses about the influence of such reduction on evaporation are formulated, considering their biological signifcance.
Further developments of the analysis are suggested, to achieve a more complete understanding of the phenomenon.
Advisors/Committee Members: Megaridis, Constantine M. (advisor), Anand, Sushant (committee member), Asinari, Pietro (committee member), Megaridis, Constantine M. (chair).
Subjects/Keywords: Wettability; Biomimetics; Computational Analysis; 3D printing
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Bellora, L. (2018). Equilibrium Droplet Shapes on Micro-Textured Biomimetic Surface. (Thesis). University of Illinois – Chicago. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10027/23126
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Bellora, Luca. “Equilibrium Droplet Shapes on Micro-Textured Biomimetic Surface.” 2018. Thesis, University of Illinois – Chicago. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/10027/23126.
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
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Bellora, Luca. “Equilibrium Droplet Shapes on Micro-Textured Biomimetic Surface.” 2018. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Bellora L. Equilibrium Droplet Shapes on Micro-Textured Biomimetic Surface. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Illinois – Chicago; 2018. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10027/23126.
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Bellora L. Equilibrium Droplet Shapes on Micro-Textured Biomimetic Surface. [Thesis]. University of Illinois – Chicago; 2018. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10027/23126
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University of Illinois – Chicago
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Traxler, Christopher D.
Pro-Osteogenic Potential of ECM from BMP2 Over-Expressing Cells.
Degree: 2019, University of Illinois – Chicago
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10027/23851
► Hypothesis: The ECM created by BMP2 over-expressing cells will have superior pro-osteogenic potential compared to ECM from HMSC. Introduction: Dental implant therapy is a commonly…
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▼ Hypothesis: The ECM created by BMP2 over-expressing cells will have superior pro-osteogenic potential compared to ECM from HMSC.
Introduction: Dental implant therapy is a commonly used modality to replace missing teeth. In many instances, however, insufficient alveolar bone volume is present and guided bone regeneration is required either prior to or at the time of implant placement to obtain sufficient bone volume. To date, many tissue engineering approaches have been used to increase both the rate and quality of bone remodeling. This study was undertaken to compare the pro-osteogenic capacity of extracellular matrix (ECM) created by BMP2 over-expressing stem cells in comparison to ECM of regular human mesenchymal stem cells (HMSC).
Methods: ECM from BMP2 over-expressing cells and control HMSC were generated in 6-well plates. A control group consisting of no ECM was cultured as well. Data for cell proliferation was obtained at days 1,4,7, and 10. Cell differentiation at 7 days and 14 days was analyzed via quantitative PCR using osteogenic markers for each of the three groups. In addition, the ECM from BMP2 over-expressing cells and HMSC were characterized by immunohistochemical analysis.
Results: For cell proliferation, only modest differences were noted between the three groups. At Day 7, both the BMP2 ECM and HMSC ECM groups showed greater cell proliferation compared to the control group. With respect to cell differentiation, at 14 days several pro-osteogenic, angiogenic growth factors and transcription factors were expressed at a higher level in the HMSCs cultured on BMP2 ECM with respect to the controls.
Conclusion: The ECM from BMP2 over-expressing cells appears capable of increasing cell proliferation and inducing pro-osteogenic cell differentiation compared to control HMSCs and tissue culture plastic. Further research is needed to evaluate the effects on 3D scaffolds, such as collagen and bone graft particulates.
Advisors/Committee Members: Ravindran, Sriram (advisor), Cooper, Lyndon (committee member), Ravindran, Sriram (chair), Gajendrareddy, Praveen (chair).
Subjects/Keywords: BMP2; Extracellular Matrix; Tissue Engineering; Biomimetics
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Traxler, Christopher D. “Pro-Osteogenic Potential of ECM from BMP2 Over-Expressing Cells.” 2019. Thesis, University of Illinois – Chicago. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/10027/23851.
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MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Traxler, Christopher D. “Pro-Osteogenic Potential of ECM from BMP2 Over-Expressing Cells.” 2019. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Traxler CD. Pro-Osteogenic Potential of ECM from BMP2 Over-Expressing Cells. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Illinois – Chicago; 2019. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10027/23851.
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Traxler CD. Pro-Osteogenic Potential of ECM from BMP2 Over-Expressing Cells. [Thesis]. University of Illinois – Chicago; 2019. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10027/23851
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Queen Mary, University of London
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Patel, Iffat Fatima.
Naturally inspired multi-layer composite films on planar and modulated surfaces.
Degree: PhD, 2016, Queen Mary, University of London
URL: http://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/13042
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► Biomimetics is a field of engineering which aims to mimic what has been present in nature. High ceramic-content biomineralized structures like abalone nacre and antler…
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▼ Biomimetics is a field of engineering which aims to mimic what has been present in nature. High ceramic-content biomineralized structures like abalone nacre and antler bone have a layered-architecture at the nano- and microscale, consisting of a majority phase of elastic reinforcement platelets or fibrils embedded in a minority viscoelastic phase of proteins and polysaccharides. The synthesis of such systems artificially has attracted widespread interest, with a goal to designing tough composites with adaptable mechanical properties The results of synthesis pathways towards fabricating such materials are reported herein, including a chemical infiltration route, where growth occurs inside precursor organic multilayers. The structural and mechanical similarities with natural biomineralized systems will also be explored. TGA was used to calculate the rate of mineralization within multilayer films, micromechanical-testing techniques were implemented to compare synthetic composite's mechanical performance with natural biomineralized tissues like nacre. Finally, the mineralization process in three-dimensional multi-layer assembly is discussed using nano-patterning techniques. To gain a better reading on the presented work and contents discussed, an introduction followed up by comprehensive literature review over polymer assemblies and composite natural and man-made film are presented. Following this, the experimental section containing materials, methods and instruments are described in Chapter 4. In Chapter 5, infiltration process in layer-by-layer films on planar films producing flat substrates is reported. Chapter 6 describes peculiarities of multilayer films made of biopolymers and the chemical infiltration process in such structures, while Chapters 7 and 8 present the research data and analysis of multilayer films with chemical infiltration made modulated nano-imprinted surfaces using both synthetic and biological polymers assessing the bio-mimicking mineralisation in these systems. Finally, Chapters 9 and 10 present conclusions and future outlook.
Subjects/Keywords: Engineering and Materials Science; Biomimetics; composites; biopolymers
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Patel, I. F. (2016). Naturally inspired multi-layer composite films on planar and modulated surfaces. (Doctoral Dissertation). Queen Mary, University of London. Retrieved from http://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/13042 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.775266
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Patel, Iffat Fatima. “Naturally inspired multi-layer composite films on planar and modulated surfaces.” 2016. Doctoral Dissertation, Queen Mary, University of London. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/13042 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.775266.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Patel, Iffat Fatima. “Naturally inspired multi-layer composite films on planar and modulated surfaces.” 2016. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Patel IF. Naturally inspired multi-layer composite films on planar and modulated surfaces. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Queen Mary, University of London; 2016. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/13042 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.775266.
Council of Science Editors:
Patel IF. Naturally inspired multi-layer composite films on planar and modulated surfaces. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Queen Mary, University of London; 2016. Available from: http://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/13042 ; https://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.775266

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
17.
Cheuk, Kevin Ka Leung.
Development of biomimetic materials : synthesis, helical structures, self-assembling morphologies, and biological activities of amphiphilic polyacetylenes containing biocompatible building blocks.
Degree: 2002, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
URL: http://repository.ust.hk/ir/Record/1783.1-532
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https://doi.org/10.14711/thesis-b726482
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http://repository.ust.hk/ir/bitstream/1783.1-532/1/th_redirect.html
► Polymerization of a series of novel acetylenic monomers bearing different hydrophilic entities such as ethylene glycols (1), amino acids (2), saccharides (3), and nucleosides (4)…
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▼ Polymerization of a series of novel acetylenic monomers bearing different hydrophilic entities such as ethylene glycols (1), amino acids (2), saccharides (3), and nucleosides (4) has been studied. The monomers can be successfully polymerized by Rh-based complexes, but not by metathesis catalysts such as WCl6 and MoCl5. 1H NMR spectroscopy revealed strong signals characteristic of cis olefinic protons of the polymers, indicative of their high stereoregularities. Such signals, however, became unclear (broader) for the amino acid-containing polyacetylenes when less polar solvents like chloroform, dichloromethane, were used, demonstrating that their polymer chains were folded and their molecular motions were hence restricted by internal hydrogen bonding. Polyacetylene is a symmetric chain of conjugated macromolecule, whose chain symmetry can, however, be broken by external and internal perturbations, generating spirally rotating molecular wires. The external approach involves the use of asymmetric force field and interactive complexing agents, while the internal one involves the covalent attachment of stereogenic pendants to the conjugated backbone at the molecular level. Incorporation of above naturally occurring building blocks (2-4) into the polyacetylene structure therefore results in the formation of not only amphiphilic but also optically active polymers, whose chain helicity can be continuously and reversibly tuned by simple external stimuli such as solvent, pH, temperature, and additive. Such tuned behaviors have been fully imaged in their corresponding circular dichroism activities and optical rotations, illustrating that stabilization of their single-handed helical conformations relies on intra- and inter-chain hydrogen bonds and is affected by bulkiness of the pendant groups of the macromolecular chains. The amphiphilic polyacetylenes, in response to the changes in their environments, self-associate into robust organizational morphologies reminiscent of natural hierarchical structures such as helix, sphere, twisted cable, twisted ribbon, vesicle, tubule, twisted tubule, hairpin loop, extended fibril, coiling ribbon, honeycomb pattern, and mollusk shape. Some of the structures have been rarely reported in scientific literature. AFM and TEM observations revealed co-existence of the vesicular and nanotubular structures, strongly supporting that formation of the tubules resembles the biological architectural process, as resulted from coalescence of the vesicles. Further variation of the tubular structure promoted the formation of multi-stranded helical tubes by winding up the single-stranded nanotubules. The ethylene glycol-containing amphiphiles are capable of forming micellar structures, driving crystal growth of carbazole molecules to form unique intriguing morphologies depending on the structure of the pendant groups. Biological studies revealed that the amino acid-containing polyacetylenes are generally biocompatible with HeLa cells without serious cytotoxicity effects up to a dosage of 22.24 μg/cm2.…
Subjects/Keywords: Biomimetics
; Polyacetylenes – Synthesis
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Cheuk, K. K. L. (2002). Development of biomimetic materials : synthesis, helical structures, self-assembling morphologies, and biological activities of amphiphilic polyacetylenes containing biocompatible building blocks. (Thesis). Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Retrieved from http://repository.ust.hk/ir/Record/1783.1-532 ; https://doi.org/10.14711/thesis-b726482 ; http://repository.ust.hk/ir/bitstream/1783.1-532/1/th_redirect.html
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Cheuk, Kevin Ka Leung. “Development of biomimetic materials : synthesis, helical structures, self-assembling morphologies, and biological activities of amphiphilic polyacetylenes containing biocompatible building blocks.” 2002. Thesis, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://repository.ust.hk/ir/Record/1783.1-532 ; https://doi.org/10.14711/thesis-b726482 ; http://repository.ust.hk/ir/bitstream/1783.1-532/1/th_redirect.html.
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MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Cheuk, Kevin Ka Leung. “Development of biomimetic materials : synthesis, helical structures, self-assembling morphologies, and biological activities of amphiphilic polyacetylenes containing biocompatible building blocks.” 2002. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Cheuk KKL. Development of biomimetic materials : synthesis, helical structures, self-assembling morphologies, and biological activities of amphiphilic polyacetylenes containing biocompatible building blocks. [Internet] [Thesis]. Hong Kong University of Science and Technology; 2002. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://repository.ust.hk/ir/Record/1783.1-532 ; https://doi.org/10.14711/thesis-b726482 ; http://repository.ust.hk/ir/bitstream/1783.1-532/1/th_redirect.html.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Cheuk KKL. Development of biomimetic materials : synthesis, helical structures, self-assembling morphologies, and biological activities of amphiphilic polyacetylenes containing biocompatible building blocks. [Thesis]. Hong Kong University of Science and Technology; 2002. Available from: http://repository.ust.hk/ir/Record/1783.1-532 ; https://doi.org/10.14711/thesis-b726482 ; http://repository.ust.hk/ir/bitstream/1783.1-532/1/th_redirect.html
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of North Carolina – Greensboro
18.
Nowlin, Kyle S.
A bioinspired approach to the generation of novel
antimicrobial materials.
Degree: 2016, University of North Carolina – Greensboro
URL: http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/listing.aspx?styp=ti&id=19745
► Advancements in particle beam microscopy have allowed scientists to discover a wealth of surface architectures with nanoscale dimensions, many of which endow the surfaces with…
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▼ Advancements in particle beam microscopy have allowed
scientists to discover a wealth of surface architectures with
nanoscale dimensions, many of which endow the surfaces with
fascinating properties. Investigations of such surfaces have
revealed some exciting physical phenomena, ranging from complex
interactions with light such as brilliant iridescent colors
resulting from diffraction and interference to water repelling
self-cleaning superhydrophobic surfaces. Interestingly, the
biological world, especially that of insects, has perhaps
contributed the greatest number of these discoveries and will
likely continue to do so as long as scientists entertain the idea
that nature still has a vast collection of lessons to teach us.
Examples of such phenomena include the structurally derived colors
displayed by Chrysiridia rhipheus (Madagascan sunset moth), the
anti-reflective and self-cleaning wings of Psaltoda claripennis
(Clanger cicada), along with its more recent discovery of
mechanically induced bactericidal activity. The implications of
such a discovery are truly revolutionary as it is the first time
that surface topography has been linked to microbial death. With
this discovery a new defensive strategy against biofilm derived
pathogenesis and related problems has arrived and must be further
investigated for a more thorough understanding. It’s a generally
accepted notion that fungi much like bacteria can form complex
protective biofilms and are undoubtedly a source of pathogenesis.
For example C. albicans is the fourth most frequent organism found
in the blood of hospitalized patients. While bacterial infections
have been given much attention, less has been given to fungal
biofilms though they are a major source of nosocomial infections
attributed in part to adhesion to invasive devices such as
catheters, cardiac pacemakers, prosthetic heart valves etc. S.
cerevisiae, a generally non-pathogenic yeast, has been proposed as
a model for fungal biofilm formation with similar behaviors but far
more genetic tools available. In the present work I investigate the
effects that the nano-structured wings of our local Dog Day cicada
Tibicen tibicen have on adhered S. cerevisiae to assess for
antifungal activity. Resembling that of the bactericidal activity,
my study concludes antifungal activity of a cell rupturing
mechanical nature attributed to the nano-topography of the Dog Day
cicada wing. Following this discovery I utilize nano-sphere
lithography (NSL) to fabricate analogous nanostructures as well as
proportionally smaller and larger nanostructures in common
synthetic polymers to be tested for translation of function.
Studies with E. coli and S. cerevisiae reveal the overlooked but
fundamentally important mechanical properties of nano-structures as
they apply to mechanical microbicidal functionality. In addition to
biocidal activity studies, I also demonstrate the remarkable
anti-adhesive nature of a particular scale nano-patterned surface
relative to flat surfaces of analogous chemistry.; Adhesion,
Antimicrobial, Biomimetic,…
Advisors/Committee Members: Dennis LaJeunesse (advisor).
Subjects/Keywords: Nanostructures; Biotechnology; Biomimetics; Antibiosis; Insects; Surfaces (Technology)
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antimicrobial materials. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of North Carolina – Greensboro. Retrieved from http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/listing.aspx?styp=ti&id=19745
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Nowlin, Kyle S. “A bioinspired approach to the generation of novel
antimicrobial materials.” 2016. Doctoral Dissertation, University of North Carolina – Greensboro. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/listing.aspx?styp=ti&id=19745.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Nowlin, Kyle S. “A bioinspired approach to the generation of novel
antimicrobial materials.” 2016. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Nowlin KS. A bioinspired approach to the generation of novel
antimicrobial materials. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of North Carolina – Greensboro; 2016. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/listing.aspx?styp=ti&id=19745.
Council of Science Editors:
Nowlin KS. A bioinspired approach to the generation of novel
antimicrobial materials. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of North Carolina – Greensboro; 2016. Available from: http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/listing.aspx?styp=ti&id=19745

Michigan State University
19.
Kindschy, Lisa Marie.
Development of a biomimetic sensor through molecular imprinting.
Degree: MS, Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, 2005, Michigan State University
URL: http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:33450
Subjects/Keywords: Molecular imprinting; Biomimetics
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Kindschy, L. M. (2005). Development of a biomimetic sensor through molecular imprinting. (Masters Thesis). Michigan State University. Retrieved from http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:33450
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Kindschy, Lisa Marie. “Development of a biomimetic sensor through molecular imprinting.” 2005. Masters Thesis, Michigan State University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:33450.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Kindschy, Lisa Marie. “Development of a biomimetic sensor through molecular imprinting.” 2005. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Kindschy LM. Development of a biomimetic sensor through molecular imprinting. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Michigan State University; 2005. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:33450.
Council of Science Editors:
Kindschy LM. Development of a biomimetic sensor through molecular imprinting. [Masters Thesis]. Michigan State University; 2005. Available from: http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:33450

University of Hong Kong
20.
Bhoj, Manasi.
A lab-centred approach for
initiating early stage regeneration of dental pulp using
specialised alginate biomimetic microenvironments.
Degree: 2015, University of Hong Kong
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10722/224667
► A living, self-supporting pulp tissue replacement for patients remains a considerable bioengineering challenge. As yet there is no method for engineering a self-sustaining living pulp…
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▼ A living, self-supporting pulp tissue
replacement for patients remains a considerable bioengineering
challenge. As yet there is no method for engineering a
self-sustaining living pulp tissue that can be successfully
transplanted into the patient and have any beneficial clinical
outcomes. The main reason for this failure is the inability to
reconstitute a functional blood vessel tubular network within the
engineered pulp tissue. In addition, it has yet not been possible
to engineer the various anatomically distinct structures and
architectures of the healthy pulp tissue. The idea is that a
bio-engineered pulp-like structure prior to transplantation will
accelerate integration and reduce the potential for complications.
Recently new strides are being taken to make a functioning living
pulp tissue using the latest step by step enhancements that are
occurring in biomimetic molecular engineering. The use of this
basic tissue engineering processes of living organic matter in
fabrication is ensuring that prospective lab-made tissue products
are biologically compatible. Systems built into biomaterials
involving self-assembly, feedback mechanisms will lead to realistic
tissue replicates. The new methods include, fabricating biomimetic
tissue frameworks with an array of keystone biochemical cues and
structural cues. Alternatively others are suggesting that it is
feasible to stimulate natural repair using small molecules and
temporary frameworks together or independently. A typical tissue
engineering strategy that also promises to work is to combine mixed
cell populations and growth factors in a scaffold microenvironment.
The hypothesis is that recreating an early stage tissue
microenvironment-one that resembles the postnatal constitution that
will initiate the autonomous reconstruction of native pulp tissue
in vitro. As a result, a coherent self-sustaining and
self-supporting tissue construct is prepared for rapid integration
and remodeling. Our purpose, in this study is to create the
formative elements for pulp tissue that go on to develop and
regenerate into a functional living pulp tissue. The objective were
firstly, to combine dental mesenchymal stem cells and human
umbilical vein endothelial cells with limited key growth factors
within a space filling the aalginate hydrogel. Secondly, to test
the capacity of these encapsulated stem cells for proliferationon,
and lastly, measure the capture level for soluble bio-chemicals and
test the capacity of the system to release growth factors in a
slow, continuous fashion. These are critical performance issues for
building pulp de novo. There are more to be tackled in later stages
of developing this technology. An alginate-RGD conjugated gel was
used to encapsulate adult dental pulp mesenchymal stem cells and
human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVEC) in the ratio of 1:1.
It also served as a means for the targeted delivery of two key
growth factors 〖VEGF〗121 (Vascular endothelial growth factor) and
FGF-2 (Fibroblastic growth factor) towards the population of cells.
In the…
Subjects/Keywords: Biomimetics; Dental
pulp
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specialised alginate biomimetic microenvironments. (Thesis). University of Hong Kong. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10722/224667
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Bhoj, Manasi. “A lab-centred approach for
initiating early stage regeneration of dental pulp using
specialised alginate biomimetic microenvironments.” 2015. Thesis, University of Hong Kong. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/10722/224667.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Bhoj, Manasi. “A lab-centred approach for
initiating early stage regeneration of dental pulp using
specialised alginate biomimetic microenvironments.” 2015. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Bhoj M. A lab-centred approach for
initiating early stage regeneration of dental pulp using
specialised alginate biomimetic microenvironments. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Hong Kong; 2015. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10722/224667.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Bhoj M. A lab-centred approach for
initiating early stage regeneration of dental pulp using
specialised alginate biomimetic microenvironments. [Thesis]. University of Hong Kong; 2015. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10722/224667
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Virginia Tech
21.
Marut, Kenneth Joseph.
Underwater Robotic Propulsors Inspired by Jetting Jellyfish.
Degree: MS, Mechanical Engineering, 2014, Virginia Tech
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10919/64199
► Underwater surveillance missions both for defense and civilian applications are continually demanding the need for unmanned underwater vehicles or UUVs. Unmanned vehicles are needed to…
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▼ Underwater surveillance missions both for defense and civilian applications are continually demanding the need for unmanned underwater vehicles or UUVs. Unmanned vehicles are needed to meet the logistical requirements for operation over long distances, greater depths, long duration, and harsh conditions. In order to design UUVs that not only satisfy these needs but are also adaptive and efficient, there has been increasing interest in taking inspiration from nature. These biomimetic/bio-inspired UUVs are expected to provide significant improvement over the conventional propeller based vehicles by taking advantage of flexible bodies and smart actuation. In this thesis, jetting jellyfish were utilized as the inspiration to understand the fundamentals of this new form of propulsion and subsequently translate the understanding onto the engineered platform to validate the hypothesis and construct robust models. Jetting jellyfish species are generally smaller in dimensions than rowing jellyfish, consume lower energy for transport, and exhibit higher proficiency.
In the second chapter, a bio-inspired stationary jet propulsion mechanism that utilizes an iris diaphragm actuation system was developed. Detailed discussion is provided on the design methodology and factors playing the leading role in controlling the vortex formation. The propulsion mechanism was intended to mimic the morphological and deformation features of Sarsia sp. jellyfish that measures approximately 1 cm in diameter. The performance of experimental model was analyzed and modeled to elucidate the role of structure and fluid displacement.
Utilizing the results from Chapter 2, a free-swimming jellyfish-inspired robot (named JetPRo) was developed (also utilizing an iris diaphragm) in Chapter 3 and characterized for relevant propulsive metrics. A combination of theoretical modeling and experimental analysis was used to optimize the JetPRo's gait for maximum steady-state swimming velocity.
Next, an attempt was made towards creating a free-swimming jetting robot (named JP2) using a guided cable mechanism to achieve the desired actuation and improve the propulsion while simplifying the drive mechanism. Using JP2 robotic model, a systematic set of experiments were conducted and the results were used to refine the theory. Based upon the comprehensive computational analysis, an optimized swimming gait was predicted and then validated.
A modular robot inspired by siphonophores was developed and initial efforts were made in laying down the foundation for understanding of this complex locomotion mechanism. Siphonophores are colonial organisms consisting of several jetting bodies attached to a central stem. An experimental model was developed mimicking the multimodal swimming propulsion utilized by Siphonophores. Several swimming gaits inspired by the natural animal were replicated and the preliminary performance of the experimental model was quantified. Using these results, an analysis is presented towards further improving the design and assembly of a…
Advisors/Committee Members: Priya, Shashank (committeechair), Mueller, Rolf (committee member), Bird, John P. (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: Jellyfish; robotics; biomimetics; jet propulsion; siphonophores
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Marut, Kenneth Joseph. “Underwater Robotic Propulsors Inspired by Jetting Jellyfish.” 2014. Masters Thesis, Virginia Tech. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/10919/64199.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Marut, Kenneth Joseph. “Underwater Robotic Propulsors Inspired by Jetting Jellyfish.” 2014. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Marut KJ. Underwater Robotic Propulsors Inspired by Jetting Jellyfish. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Virginia Tech; 2014. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10919/64199.
Council of Science Editors:
Marut KJ. Underwater Robotic Propulsors Inspired by Jetting Jellyfish. [Masters Thesis]. Virginia Tech; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10919/64199

Michigan State University
22.
Trombly, Nicholas P.
Electrical and thermal interfaces for on-chip electrochemical biosensor arrays.
Degree: MS, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2006, Michigan State University
URL: http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:38292
Subjects/Keywords: Biosensors; Biomimetics; Bioelectronics
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Trombly, N. P. (2006). Electrical and thermal interfaces for on-chip electrochemical biosensor arrays. (Masters Thesis). Michigan State University. Retrieved from http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:38292
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Trombly, Nicholas P. “Electrical and thermal interfaces for on-chip electrochemical biosensor arrays.” 2006. Masters Thesis, Michigan State University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:38292.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Trombly, Nicholas P. “Electrical and thermal interfaces for on-chip electrochemical biosensor arrays.” 2006. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Trombly NP. Electrical and thermal interfaces for on-chip electrochemical biosensor arrays. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Michigan State University; 2006. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:38292.
Council of Science Editors:
Trombly NP. Electrical and thermal interfaces for on-chip electrochemical biosensor arrays. [Masters Thesis]. Michigan State University; 2006. Available from: http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:38292

Virginia Tech
23.
Sutlive, Joseph Vinson.
Biomimetic sonar design and the investigation of the role of peripheral dynamics for target classification in bat biosonar.
Degree: PhD, Translational Biology, Medicine and Health, 2020, Virginia Tech
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10919/101531
► Bats are known for using echolocation in addition to sight for hunting and navigating at night. The capabilities of bats and their ``sonar'' systems vary…
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▼ Bats are known for using echolocation in addition to sight for hunting and navigating at night. The capabilities of bats and their ``sonar'' systems vary widely, as each species has evolved to survive in its specific environment. Certain species of bats indigenous to Eurasia are observed to perform complex motions of the outer ear and noseleaf (a ridged structure which sits atop the nostrils and acts like a ``megaphone'' of sorts). These bats are noted to be able to live in particularly cluttered environments and could be a particularly useful model organism for improving sonar. This is because since they are able to acquire detailed information about its surroundings with only their nostrils and ears, are able to outperform complicated man-made devices with thousands more sensing elements. To be able to better understand how a fast-moving ear and noseleaf can improve the sonar capabilities of bats, robots which mimic these bats have been devised, with the main purpose being to replicate the sensing elements of the bat. There have been significant changes made to the robotic sonar head in order to allow for us to expand the capabilities of our research. Using CT-scans as reference, the design of the baffles was redesigned to become more realistic and to have more features observed in the bats. A new method was designed in order to move the ``ears'' and ``noseleaf'' of the robot, using pneumatic actuators, which allowed for better control of the system. Finally, prototype sensors were developed to aid in the development of a motion feedback system to ensure a stable system. The robotic sonar has been used in several experiments to study the effects of a fast-moving, flexible anatomy on the physical properties of echoes. This is first illustrated by studying the echoes from various targets with changes in ear and noseleaf shape. Additionally, with the use of the improved actuation system, it was shown that different motion profiles lead to different responses. The continued development of this system and the changes to the signals explored provide new opportunities for furthering the fields of adaptive sensing as they apply to robots and other platforms. Being able to use a few ``smart'' sensors will help reduce the size, power, and weight costs of traditional sensing designs and allow for more robust and efficient technology to be produced.
Advisors/Committee Members: Mueller, Rolf (committeechair), Moore, Ignacio T. (committee member), Leonessa, Alexander (committee member), LaConte, Stephen Michael (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: bats; sonar; acoustics; biomimetics; bio-inspiration; robotics
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Sutlive, J. V. (2020). Biomimetic sonar design and the investigation of the role of peripheral dynamics for target classification in bat biosonar. (Doctoral Dissertation). Virginia Tech. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10919/101531
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Sutlive, Joseph Vinson. “Biomimetic sonar design and the investigation of the role of peripheral dynamics for target classification in bat biosonar.” 2020. Doctoral Dissertation, Virginia Tech. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/10919/101531.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Sutlive, Joseph Vinson. “Biomimetic sonar design and the investigation of the role of peripheral dynamics for target classification in bat biosonar.” 2020. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Sutlive JV. Biomimetic sonar design and the investigation of the role of peripheral dynamics for target classification in bat biosonar. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Virginia Tech; 2020. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10919/101531.
Council of Science Editors:
Sutlive JV. Biomimetic sonar design and the investigation of the role of peripheral dynamics for target classification in bat biosonar. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Virginia Tech; 2020. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10919/101531
24.
NC DOCKS at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Nowlin, Kyle S.
A bioinspired approach to the generation of novel antimicrobial materials.
Degree: 2016, NC Docks
URL: http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/uncg/f/Nowlin_uncg_0154D_11921.pdf
► Advancements in particle beam microscopy have allowed scientists to discover a wealth of surface architectures with nanoscale dimensions, many of which endow the surfaces with…
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▼ Advancements in particle beam microscopy have allowed scientists to discover a wealth of surface architectures with nanoscale dimensions, many of which endow the surfaces with fascinating properties. Investigations of such surfaces have revealed some exciting physical phenomena, ranging from complex interactions with light such as brilliant iridescent colors resulting from diffraction and interference to water repelling self-cleaning superhydrophobic surfaces. Interestingly, the biological world, especially that of insects, has perhaps contributed the greatest number of these discoveries and will likely continue to do so as long as scientists entertain the idea that nature still has a vast collection of lessons to teach us. Examples of such phenomena include the structurally derived colors displayed by Chrysiridia rhipheus (Madagascan sunset moth), the anti-reflective and self-cleaning wings of Psaltoda claripennis (Clanger cicada), along with its more recent discovery of mechanically induced bactericidal activity. The implications of such a discovery are truly revolutionary as it is the first time that surface topography has been linked to microbial death. With this discovery a new defensive strategy against biofilm derived pathogenesis and related problems has arrived and must be further investigated for a more thorough understanding. It’s a generally accepted notion that fungi much like bacteria can form complex protective biofilms and are undoubtedly a source of pathogenesis. For example C. albicans is the fourth most frequent organism found in the blood of hospitalized patients. While bacterial infections have been given much attention, less has been given to fungal biofilms though they are a major source of nosocomial infections attributed in part to adhesion to invasive devices such as catheters, cardiac pacemakers, prosthetic heart valves etc. S. cerevisiae, a generally non-pathogenic yeast, has been proposed as a model for fungal biofilm formation with similar behaviors but far more genetic tools available. In the present work I investigate the effects that the nano-structured wings of our local Dog Day cicada Tibicen tibicen have on adhered S. cerevisiae to assess for antifungal activity. Resembling that of the bactericidal activity, my study concludes antifungal activity of a cell rupturing mechanical nature attributed to the nano-topography of the Dog Day cicada wing. Following this discovery I utilize nano-sphere lithography (NSL) to fabricate analogous nanostructures as well as proportionally smaller and larger nanostructures in common synthetic polymers to be tested for translation of function. Studies with E. coli and S. cerevisiae reveal the overlooked but fundamentally important mechanical properties of nano-structures as they apply to mechanical microbicidal functionality. In addition to biocidal activity studies, I also demonstrate the remarkable anti-adhesive nature of a particular scale nano-patterned surface relative to flat surfaces of analogous chemistry.
Subjects/Keywords: Nanostructures; Biotechnology; Biomimetics; Antibiosis; Insects; Surfaces (Technology)
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
NC DOCKS at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Nowlin, Kyle S. “A bioinspired approach to the generation of novel antimicrobial materials.” 2016. Thesis, NC Docks. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/uncg/f/Nowlin_uncg_0154D_11921.pdf.
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
NC DOCKS at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Nowlin, Kyle S. “A bioinspired approach to the generation of novel antimicrobial materials.” 2016. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
NC DOCKS at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Nowlin KS. A bioinspired approach to the generation of novel antimicrobial materials. [Internet] [Thesis]. NC Docks; 2016. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/uncg/f/Nowlin_uncg_0154D_11921.pdf.
Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
NC DOCKS at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Nowlin KS. A bioinspired approach to the generation of novel antimicrobial materials. [Thesis]. NC Docks; 2016. Available from: http://libres.uncg.edu/ir/uncg/f/Nowlin_uncg_0154D_11921.pdf
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Virginia Commonwealth University
25.
Brunn, Jonathan.
Investigation of Possible Novel Peptide Inhibitors to BAG-1 Based On Peptidyl-Biomimetics.
Degree: MS, Engineering, 2012, Virginia Commonwealth University
URL: https://doi.org/10.25772/MQHX-7C69
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https://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/etd/2942
► In this Master’s Thesis Research the results can be summarized from two major tasks: (1) In our first task, we utilized our two protein system…
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▼ In this Master’s Thesis Research the results can be summarized from two major tasks:
(1) In our first task, we utilized our two protein system (BAG-1 and HSP 70) as part of beta testing of a computational software 1 that can take three dimensional x-ray crystallography information about protein complexes and predict the strength of atom –atom interactions between amino-acid residues Open Contact predicts binding hotspots that can be used to identify short amino acid chains or peptides that mimic that particular binding segment of the larger protein. These peptides are called pepidyl-
biomimetics. The peptide can potentially act as an antagonist drug by binding to the hotspot on protein A before protein B of the A-B complex can form. Two potential peptide candidates were identified. In particular, a helical peptide was discovered that demonstrated a variety of different types of atom-atom interactions.
(2) Our second task is to experimentally test the helical peptide for its ability to block the binding that occurs between the 70-kilodalton Heat Shock Protein (HSP-70) and the Bcl-2 Associated Athanogene (BAG-1) Protein. As reviewed here, the binding between HSP-70 and BAG-1 elicits a cascade of cellular events that maintain high cancer growth rates and a greatly increased resistance to chemotherapy. In addition, BAG-1 has been implicated in a number of onco-signal pathways, as reviewed here, and its inhibition alone is believed to act as an agent against cancer cell growth
Advisors/Committee Members: Michael Peters.
Subjects/Keywords: peptide; inhibitor; BAG-1; HSP-70; heat shock protein; bcl-2 associated anthanogene; peptidly-biomimetics; peptidly; biomimetics; Engineering
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Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Brunn, Jonathan. “Investigation of Possible Novel Peptide Inhibitors to BAG-1 Based On Peptidyl-Biomimetics.” 2012. Thesis, Virginia Commonwealth University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
https://doi.org/10.25772/MQHX-7C69 ; https://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/etd/2942.
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Brunn, Jonathan. “Investigation of Possible Novel Peptide Inhibitors to BAG-1 Based On Peptidyl-Biomimetics.” 2012. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Brunn J. Investigation of Possible Novel Peptide Inhibitors to BAG-1 Based On Peptidyl-Biomimetics. [Internet] [Thesis]. Virginia Commonwealth University; 2012. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: https://doi.org/10.25772/MQHX-7C69 ; https://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/etd/2942.
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Brunn J. Investigation of Possible Novel Peptide Inhibitors to BAG-1 Based On Peptidyl-Biomimetics. [Thesis]. Virginia Commonwealth University; 2012. Available from: https://doi.org/10.25772/MQHX-7C69 ; https://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/etd/2942
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26.
Haase, Nicholas Rudy.
The development, characterization, and application of a biomimetic method of enzyme immobilization.
Degree: PhD, Chemistry and Biochemistry, 2012, Georgia Tech
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1853/45802
► This dissertation describes the characterization of layer-by-layer silica and titania coatings deposited using a protamine-induced method. It was found that silica coatings were thinner and…
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▼ This dissertation describes the characterization of layer-by-layer silica and titania coatings deposited using a protamine-induced method. It was found that silica coatings were thinner and more porous than titania coatings. These coatings were functionalized by immobilizing modified Glucose oxidase during the layer-by-layer buildup. The enzyme was found to retain higher activity in silica versus titania, with full retention of activity observed in one configuration. Immobilization in both materials resulted in enhanced thermal stability and proteolytic protection. The enzyme-functionalized coatings were then modified by the immobilization of silver nanoparticles to the exterior, and this biological/inorganic composite was tested for its antimicrobial activity against E. coli and S. aureus. Against E. coli the composite worked in a synergistic fashion, showing more potent antimicrobial activity when compared to either agent used alone. The enzyme modification method was then extended to Laccase, which was immobilized to carbon nanotubes and characterized as a biocathode. Modified laccase returned a nearly two-fold higher current density versus the native enzyme. Finally, synthetic peptides were tested for their ability to adsorb to silica and titanium-oxide surfaces and subsequently deposit titanium-oxide coatings, in an effort to better understand the structure-function relationships of mineralizing peptides.
Advisors/Committee Members: Kroeger, Nils (Committee Chair), Doyle, Donald (Committee Member), Johnson, Glenn (Committee Member), Oyelere, Adegboyega (Committee Member), Sandhage, Kenneth (Committee Member).
Subjects/Keywords: Enzyme immobilization; Functional coatings; Biomimetics; Biomimetics
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Haase, N. R. (2012). The development, characterization, and application of a biomimetic method of enzyme immobilization. (Doctoral Dissertation). Georgia Tech. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1853/45802
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Haase, Nicholas Rudy. “The development, characterization, and application of a biomimetic method of enzyme immobilization.” 2012. Doctoral Dissertation, Georgia Tech. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1853/45802.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Haase, Nicholas Rudy. “The development, characterization, and application of a biomimetic method of enzyme immobilization.” 2012. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Haase NR. The development, characterization, and application of a biomimetic method of enzyme immobilization. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Georgia Tech; 2012. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1853/45802.
Council of Science Editors:
Haase NR. The development, characterization, and application of a biomimetic method of enzyme immobilization. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Georgia Tech; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1853/45802

Georgia Tech
27.
Mulcahey, Thomas Ian.
Autonomous cricket biosensors for acoustic localization.
Degree: MS, Mechanical Engineering, 2010, Georgia Tech
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1853/33833
► The goal of this project was to design networked arrays of cricket biosensors capable of localizing sources such as footsteps within dangerous environments, with a…
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▼ The goal of this project was to design networked arrays of cricket biosensors capable of localizing sources such as footsteps within dangerous environments, with a possible application to earthquake detection. We utilize the cricket's natural ability to localize low frequency (5 Hz - 600 Hz) acoustic sources using hair-covered appendages called cerci. Whereas previous investigations explored crickets' neurological response to near field flows generated by single frequency steady-state sounds, we investigated the effects of transient waveforms, which better represent real world stimuli, and to which the cercal system appears to be most reactive. Extracellular recording electrodes are permanently implanted into a cricket's ventral nerve cord to record the action potentials emanating from the cerci. In order to calibrate this system, we attempt to find the relationships between the frequency and direction of acoustic stimuli and the neurological responses known as spike trains, which they elicit. The degree of habituation to repeated signals that exists in most neurological systems was also experimentally measured. We process the signals to estimate frequency and directionality of near field acoustic sources. The design goal is a bionic cricket-computer system design capable of localizing low frequency near field acoustic signals while going about its natural activities such as locomotion.
Advisors/Committee Members: Hu, David (Committee Chair), Sabra, Karim (Committee Member), Weissburg, Marc (Committee Member).
Subjects/Keywords: Biomimetics; Cerci; Cricket; Biosensors; Biosensors; Crickets; Acoustic localization; Biomimetics
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Mulcahey, T. I. (2010). Autonomous cricket biosensors for acoustic localization. (Masters Thesis). Georgia Tech. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1853/33833
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Mulcahey, Thomas Ian. “Autonomous cricket biosensors for acoustic localization.” 2010. Masters Thesis, Georgia Tech. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1853/33833.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Mulcahey, Thomas Ian. “Autonomous cricket biosensors for acoustic localization.” 2010. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Mulcahey TI. Autonomous cricket biosensors for acoustic localization. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Georgia Tech; 2010. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1853/33833.
Council of Science Editors:
Mulcahey TI. Autonomous cricket biosensors for acoustic localization. [Masters Thesis]. Georgia Tech; 2010. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1853/33833

RMIT University
28.
Ramanathan, R.
Towards understanding the influence of physio-chemical environment on biological synthesis of inorganic materials.
Degree: 2012, RMIT University
URL: http://researchbank.rmit.edu.au/view/rmit:160224
► Mother Nature is replete with mechanisms that enable self-assembly at the nanoscale to produce a myriad of inorganic materials with precise dimensions, controlled morphology and…
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▼ Mother Nature is replete with mechanisms that enable self-assembly at the nanoscale to produce a myriad of inorganic materials with precise dimensions, controlled morphology and high complexity from the assemblage of many smaller and simpler components. This has triggered multidisciplinary research at the threshold where biology meets chemistry and physics. The formulation of these nanostructures appears simple, yet is achieved using complex biochemical pathways. Elucidating the complexity of Nature’s artwork has long been a source of inspiration for materials scientists. The attempt at designing strategies to create inorganic nanomaterials has led to the development of biological ‘Green’ synthesis routes over the past decade or so. This approach typically encompasses biosynthesis (use of live organisms) and biomimetic (use of biomacromolecules) routes and has revolutionised the aspect of nanoparticle synthesis. The challenge now lies in understanding the underlying principles/mechanisms employed by nature towards the synthesis and assembly of these technologically important nanomaterials into complex 3D morphologies. Although biological routes have been well-studied, the role of physico-chemical environment during the synthesis of nanomaterials is still a relatively unexplored niche wherein there is limited or no information. The main objective of this research is to understand the critical role of physico-chemical environment during biological synthesis of materials that would help elucidate the complex supramolecular chemistry involved in the formation of the intricate and ornate morphologies. This research would, in a nutshell, provide information on some of the underlying fundamental principles employed by Nature during the synthesis and assembly of bioinorganic nanomaterials. The research work outlined herein is split into two distinct aspects that typically involve biosynthesis (metallic silver and copper nanoparticles) and biomimetic synthesis (silica particles). Although the two aspects concentrate on different systems, essentially the common theme of the important role of physico-chemical environments in controlling biomineral morphologies links the different chapters of this thesis.
Subjects/Keywords: Fields of Research; Biosynthesis; Biomimetics; Nanoparticles; Morphological control; Bioinorganic
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Ramanathan, R. (2012). Towards understanding the influence of physio-chemical environment on biological synthesis of inorganic materials. (Thesis). RMIT University. Retrieved from http://researchbank.rmit.edu.au/view/rmit:160224
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Ramanathan, R. “Towards understanding the influence of physio-chemical environment on biological synthesis of inorganic materials.” 2012. Thesis, RMIT University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://researchbank.rmit.edu.au/view/rmit:160224.
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Ramanathan, R. “Towards understanding the influence of physio-chemical environment on biological synthesis of inorganic materials.” 2012. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Ramanathan R. Towards understanding the influence of physio-chemical environment on biological synthesis of inorganic materials. [Internet] [Thesis]. RMIT University; 2012. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://researchbank.rmit.edu.au/view/rmit:160224.
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Ramanathan R. Towards understanding the influence of physio-chemical environment on biological synthesis of inorganic materials. [Thesis]. RMIT University; 2012. Available from: http://researchbank.rmit.edu.au/view/rmit:160224
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29.
Hapke, Hannes Max.
Development of biomimetic control strategies for the optimal use of renewable sources and energy storage systems.
Degree: MS, Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2009, Oregon State University
URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1957/11923
► In the year 2007, the worldwide energy consumption accumulated to a total of 16.5 billion MWh. While the resources of conventional energy production cause environmental…
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▼ In the year 2007, the worldwide energy consumption accumulated to a total of 16.5 billion MWh. While the resources of conventional energy production cause environmental damage, renewable energy sources like solar or wind power offer a solution to substitute for coal or nuclear generated power. Countries like Denmark and Spain have shown that a high penetration of renewable power is possible; however, the production shifts from a demand-driven production to a supply-driven electricity production. This causes the problem that energy could be available while the demand is low or vice versa. Energy storage could be a solution to this challenge.
This thesis investigates how an envisioned storage system for a wind park in northern Oregon could be controlled in order to optimize its capacity. Two biomimetic strategies, neural network
and fuzzy logic control, were implemented and later optimized by a genetic algorithm to increase the profit from storing the electric energy in the storage unit.
Even though the optimization with genetic algorithms leads to improvements in the performance of the neural network and fuzzy logic controller, the results show that biomimetic controllers only perform as good as a simple, unconstrained power split controller. Both controllers are tested with several months of wind and price data.
Advisors/Committee Members: Brekken, Ted (advisor), Pavol, Mike (committee member).
Subjects/Keywords: modern control; Biomimetics
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Hapke, H. M. (2009). Development of biomimetic control strategies for the optimal use of renewable sources and energy storage systems. (Masters Thesis). Oregon State University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1957/11923
Chicago Manual of Style (16th Edition):
Hapke, Hannes Max. “Development of biomimetic control strategies for the optimal use of renewable sources and energy storage systems.” 2009. Masters Thesis, Oregon State University. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://hdl.handle.net/1957/11923.
MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Hapke, Hannes Max. “Development of biomimetic control strategies for the optimal use of renewable sources and energy storage systems.” 2009. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Hapke HM. Development of biomimetic control strategies for the optimal use of renewable sources and energy storage systems. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Oregon State University; 2009. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1957/11923.
Council of Science Editors:
Hapke HM. Development of biomimetic control strategies for the optimal use of renewable sources and energy storage systems. [Masters Thesis]. Oregon State University; 2009. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1957/11923
30.
Nguyen, Du.
Novel Approaches to Carbon Capture: Biomimetic Absorption and Solar Desorption.
Degree: Physics, 2015, University of California – Irvine
URL: http://www.escholarship.org/uc/item/8q0830td
► Global climate change is one of the most pressing issues that we currently face. Withatmospheric CO2 level reaching 400 ppm, they are higher now than…
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▼ Global climate change is one of the most pressing issues that we currently face. Withatmospheric CO2 level reaching 400 ppm, they are higher now than at any point in thelast 800,000 years. However, the reduction of CO2 emissions remains a signicant challenge. Current CO2 capture technologies are estimated to increase the cost of energy by 80%. As a result, we seek to nd less costly methods of capturing CO2 from point sources by looking at improving current CO2 capture solvent absorption and desorption eciency. CO2 absorption can be made more ecient by looking towards the avian lung. In that system, hierarchically structured capillaries with high specic surface areas enable more ecient mass transport. We have developed mass transport devices that use these principles for ecient capture of CO2 using a sacricial element fabrication technique. CO2 desorption can be enhanced through the use of waste heat and light absorbing nanoparticles. Microstructures could be formed around hot surfaces in order to capture the emitted waste heat. The smaller size scale of the structures enables more ecient use of the waste heat. Carbon black nanoparticles can generate high local heat gradients in the presence of light. The localized photothermal heat generation enable the use of solar energy to drive CO2 desorption in capture uids in order to reduce energy costs.
Subjects/Keywords: Physics; Materials Science; Biomimetics; CO2 Capture; Microvacular; Solar
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Nguyen, D. (2015). Novel Approaches to Carbon Capture: Biomimetic Absorption and Solar Desorption. (Thesis). University of California – Irvine. Retrieved from http://www.escholarship.org/uc/item/8q0830td
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Nguyen, Du. “Novel Approaches to Carbon Capture: Biomimetic Absorption and Solar Desorption.” 2015. Thesis, University of California – Irvine. Accessed March 01, 2021.
http://www.escholarship.org/uc/item/8q0830td.
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MLA Handbook (7th Edition):
Nguyen, Du. “Novel Approaches to Carbon Capture: Biomimetic Absorption and Solar Desorption.” 2015. Web. 01 Mar 2021.
Vancouver:
Nguyen D. Novel Approaches to Carbon Capture: Biomimetic Absorption and Solar Desorption. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of California – Irvine; 2015. [cited 2021 Mar 01].
Available from: http://www.escholarship.org/uc/item/8q0830td.
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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation
Council of Science Editors:
Nguyen D. Novel Approaches to Carbon Capture: Biomimetic Absorption and Solar Desorption. [Thesis]. University of California – Irvine; 2015. Available from: http://www.escholarship.org/uc/item/8q0830td
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