Microswimmer: Bioengineered Propulsion and Molecular Navigation in DNA Origami

Dive into the fascinating world of Microswimmers, where DNA Origami meets the frontier of nanotechnology. This book bridges the gap between scientific innovation and practical application, exploring microscopic propulsion and biohybrid technology. Essential for professionals, students, and enthusiasts, it unveils the transformative potential of microswimmers in medicine, robotics, and beyond.

Chapters Brief Overview:

1: Microswimmer – Introduces the concept, physics, and significance of microswimmers in nanotechnology.

2: Biohybrid Microswimmer – Explores bioengineered microswimmers that merge biological and synthetic components.

3: Collective Motion – Examines how microswimmers coordinate movement in fluid environments.

4: SelfPropulsion – Details mechanisms enabling autonomous movement in confined and unstructured spaces.

5: Metin Sitti – Highlights contributions of a leading researcher in microscale robotics and biohybrid systems.

6: Nanomotor – Discusses nanoscale engines driving microswimmer functionality and efficiency.

7: SelfPropelled Particles – Investigates physics and applications of autonomous nano and microscale motion.

8: Protist Locomotion – Analyzes biological propulsion in microorganisms as inspiration for microswimmers.

9: Scallop Theorem – Explains the fundamental constraint of reciprocal motion in low Reynolds number environments.

10: Bradley Nelson – Showcases breakthroughs by a pioneer in microrobotic systems and targeted drug delivery.

11: Active Matter – Examines collective behavior in active systems, influencing microswimmer development.

12: Bacterial Motility – Explores natureinspired propulsion techniques from bacterial locomotion.

13: Microbotics – Connects microswimmer technology to the evolving field of microscale robotics.

14: Nanorobotics – Delves into the interplay of DNA Origami and nanoscale robotic design.

15: Robotic Sperm – Investigates biohybrid spermbased microswimmers for medical applications.

16: Chemotaxis – Explores microswimmers’ ability to navigate chemical gradients for targeted movement.

17: Molecular Machine – Discusses the integration of molecular machines into microswimmer technology.

18: Microfluidics – Highlights the role of microswimmers in fluid manipulation at the micro and nanoscale.

19: RunandTumble Motion – Explores bacterialinspired random motion strategies for adaptive locomotion.

20: Motility – Analyzes biological and synthetic movement strategies relevant to microswimmers.

21: Soft Robotics – Examines microswimmer applications in flexible and adaptive soft robotic systems.

Understanding microswimmers is crucial in modern science, from precision medicine to smart materials. This book provides a cuttingedge yet accessible exploration, empowering professionals and enthusiasts alike to grasp the potential of DNAbased nanotechnology. Advance your knowledge, inspire innovation, and stay ahead in this revolutionary field.