ESR 7 - Nanomotor-based quorum behavior with directional and rotational control 

By controlling the movement and direction of small structures, it is possible to develop efficient drug carriers. These vectors could accurately and precisely target specific, both accessible and elusive diseased areas in humans. Furthermore, the functional design would reduce the side effects generally found in traditional medicine delivery, such as poor drug distribution in the body and its limited absorption. 

Consequently, the overarching objective of the project presented herewith is to synthetically recreate and control biological molecular machines, e.g., flagellum of bacteria, ultimately to mimic cell motility in cellular processes. Through notions of Cell Biology, Nanotechnology, and Polymer Science, we aim to produce bowl-shaped, polymer-based structures, also known as stomatocyte, whose movement can be controlled and directionality given through light stimuli. The success of the study will advance the field of chemical biology and lay the foundation for the development of more elegant and efficient methods for cell movement and complex systems.