Schlaad, H.; You, L. C.; Sigel, R.; Smarsly, B.; Heydenreich, M.; Mantion, A.; Mašić, A.: Glycopolymer vesicles with an asymmetric membrane. Chemical Communications (12), pp. 1478 - 1480 (2009)
Botiz, I.; Grozev, N.; Schlaad, H.; Reiter, G.: The influence of protic non-solvents present in the environment on structure formation of poly(gamma-benzyl-L-glutamate) in organic solvents. Soft Matter 4 (5), pp. 993 - 1002 (2008)
Demirel, A. L.; Schlaad, H.: Controlling the morphology of polybutadiene-poly(ethylene oxide) diblock copolymers in bulk and the orientation in thin films by attachment of alkyl side chains. Polymer 49 (16), pp. 3470 - 3476 (2008)
Gil, G. O.; Losik, M.; Schlaad, H.; Drechsler, M.; Hellweg, T.: Properties of pH-responsive mixed aggregates of polystyrene-block-poly(L-lysine) and nonionic surfactant in solution and adsorbed at a solid surface. Langmuir 24 (22), pp. 12823 - 12828 (2008)
ten Brummelhuis, N.; Diehl, C.; Schlaad, H.: Thiol-ene modification of 1,2-polybutadiene using UV light or sunlight. Macromolecules 41 (24), pp. 9946 - 9947 (2008)
Demirel, A. L.; Meyer, M.; Schlaad, H.: Formation of polyamide nanofibers by directional crystallization in aqueous solution. Angewandte Chemie International Edition 46 (45), pp. 8622 - 8624 (2007)
Dünne, A. A.; Börner, H. G.; Kukula, H.; Schlaad, H.; Wiegand, S.; Werner, J. A.; Antonietti, M.: Block copolymer carrier systems for translymphatic chemotherapy of lymph node metastases. Anticancer Research 27 (6B), pp. 3935 - 3940 (2007)
Meyer, M.; Antonietti, M.; Schlaad, H.: Unexpected thermal characteristics of aqueous solutions of poly(2-isopropyl-2-oxazoline). Soft Matter 3 (4), pp. 430 - 431 (2007)
Beetle-infested wood is usually considered waste, good only for burning, while swamps are often drained to make space for construction. Until you visit two new temporary exhibitions by »Matters of Activity«, which challenge these long-held assumptions and invite visitors to see both as versatile, living resources for a more sustainable future.
We left the lab coat hanging for a day—but brought our lab equipment with us to meet more than 8,200 visitors. At our 10 stations, we showcased how we learn from nature to develop sustainable solutions—from dye- and pigment-free colors to bio-inspired materials for construction, medicine, and design.
Prof. Peter Fratzl, Director of our Biomaterials Department, will contribute his expertise in the science and engineering of biological materials to help inform decision-making and science policy in Germany.
Materials can temporarily change shape when a force is applied (elastic deformation) and scientists analyze a slight color change in the ligh reflected under a laser beam. Dr. Shahrouz Amini can now capture elasticity in real time and in 3D with an inverted nanoindenter – like a tiny diamond pencil tip that applies stress to a sample. The invention enables the design of tailor-made materials for applications ranging from microelectronics to prosthetic implants.
Team has investigated how the natural properties of native tree bark can be used to create a standardized product for long-term use without the addition of adhesives. They have created bark panels by peeling and drying via hot pressing, which could be used in interior design or furniture and packaging, e.g., through industrial production.
Prof. Dr. Peter Fratzl has been appointed honorary life member by the Chinese Chemical Society (CCS). The CCS describes this nomination as "the highest honor bestowed on the world's most distinguished chemists and materials scientists".
Researchers discovered strong adhesive properties of white-berry mistletoe. Its flexible fibers adhere to both skin and cartilage as well as to various synthetic materials and could find application in many fields, such as wound sealant in biomedicine.
Researchers have discovered new properties of collagen: During the intercalation of minerals in collagen fibers, a contraction tension is generated that is hundreds of times stronger than muscle strength.
On February 3, the virtual inauguration of the first Max Planck Center on the Australian continent will take place. At the MPQC, project teams will explore biological materials known as extracellular matrices.