Monica Olvera de la Cruz1
Northwestern University1
Monica Olvera de la Cruz1
Northwestern University1
The design of materials with biological functions is a challenge that involves a delicate balance between structural form and function. We have explored external stimuli such as light and magnetic field to actuate and induce locomotion of soft materials functionalized for example with superparamagnetic and/or ferromagnetic components. I will describe the shape changes and materials parameters required to drive and direct these soft materials.