This book focuses on the use of bio-inspired and biomimetic methods for the fabrication and activation of nanomaterials. This includes studies concerning the binding of the biomolecules to the surface of inorganic structures, structure/function relationships of the final materials and extensive discussions on the final applications of such biomimetic materials in unique applications including energy harvesting/storage, biomedical diagnostics and materials assembly.

Focusing on bio-inspired and biomimetic methods for nanomaterial fabrication and activation, this book examines binding of biomolecules to inorganic structures, nanomaterial function, applications in energy harvesting/storage, biomedical diagnostics and more.