Chemistry

Controlled self-assembly of plant proteins into high-performance multifunctional nanostructured films

A. Kamada, M. Rodriguez-garcia, et al.

This research showcases an innovative and scalable technique for producing strong, plant-based films through controlled self-assembly of water-insoluble proteins, achieving mechanical properties rivaling engineering plastics and impressive optical transmittance. The work, conducted by Ayaka Kamada, Marc Rodriguez-Garcia, Francesco Simone Ruggeri, Yi Shen, Aviad Levin, and Tuomas P. J. Knowles, also explores micro-patterning to create hydrophobic surfaces and vibrant structural color.

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Abstract

This research demonstrates a scalable method for creating mechanically robust plant-based films using controlled self-assembly of water-insoluble plant proteins. The resulting films show high optical transmittance and robust mechanical properties comparable to engineering plastics. Furthermore, nano- and microscale patterning through templating creates hydrophobic surfaces and structural color.

Publisher

Nature Communications

Published On

Jun 10, 2021

Authors

Ayaka Kamada, Marc Rodriguez-Garcia, Francesco Simone Ruggeri, Yi Shen, Aviad Levin, Tuomas P. J. Knowles

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