Other research projects

The NCCR Bio-Inspired Materials funds several other projects that do not fall strictly within the scope of one of the four topical Modules, but which are aligned with the Center's overall research goals.

WINS Projects

The Women in Science (WINS) Projects are led by the recipients of the WINS Research Fellowships, which are awarded by the NCCR Bio-Inspired Materials once per year.

Bio-inspired cellulosic materials mimicking the hierarchical architecture of wood

Using cellulose derivatives components to recreate wood architecture and obtain high-strength materials:…

Co-Assembly of Biomolecular Nanocages with Nanoparticles and Proteins to Synthesize Hybrid Functional Material for Biomedical Application

Developing and characterizing protein and DNA-based nanocontainers for encapsulation, transport, and…

Electronic skin with selective multi-sensing capabilities inspired by natural sensory neuro-receptors

The project's aim is to create artificial skin that closely mimics natural skin while incorporating various…

Hybrid photonic nanostructures applied to the development of highly sensitive biosensors for multiplexed miRNA detection

Innovative multifunctional platforms utilizing DNA nanotechnology and metal nanoparticles, designed to…

NCCR Independent Projects

The NCCR Independent Projects were awarded through a one-time internal call followed by external evaluation. The goal of this funding scheme is to fund innovative and independent research projects led by NCCR young researchers below the PI level.

Collagen-inspired materials: Towards hard and tough materials

Developing stiff and tough materials by drawing inspiration from the cross-linked structure of collagen…

Living colors: Magnetically reconfigurable photonic gels for adaptive camouflage

Engineering synthetic materials that replicate the capacity of octopuses and cuttlefish for tunable and…