Title
Adhesives and coatings inspired by mussel adhesive proteins
Document Type
Book Chapter
Publication Date
2015
Abstract
Mollusks such as the blue mussel (Mytilus edulis) secrete adhesive proteins that exhibit strong and reliable underwater adhesions. A key adhesive component in these adhesive proteins is an amino acis, 3,4-dihydroxyphenylalanene (DOPA), which is responsible for both interfacial binding and intermolecular cross-linking. DOPA is a unique and versatile adhesive moiety, capable of binding to both inorganic and organic surfaces through either strong reversible bonds or covalent attachment. This chapter reviews the chemistry of DOPA side chain and the use of DOPA and its derivatives (e.g., dopamine) as building blocks in developing mussel-inspired adhezives, coatings, and multifunctional polymeric anchors for various applications.
Publication Title
Bioadhesion and Biomimetics: From Nature to Applications
Recommended Citation
Meng, H.,
Cencer, M. M.,
&
Lee, B. P.
(2015).
Adhesives and coatings inspired by mussel adhesive proteins.
Bioadhesion and Biomimetics: From Nature to Applications, 131-166.
http://doi.org/10.1201/b18095-10
Retrieved from: https://digitalcommons.mtu.edu/biomedical-fp/23
Publisher's Statement
Edited by Havazelet Bianco-Peled and Maya Davidovich-Pinhas. © Taylor& Francis Group, LLC. Publisher's version of record: http://dx.doi.org/10.1201/b18095-10