Microswimmer-This chapter lays the groundwork for understanding biohybrid microswimmers, exploring their design, function, and applications in both biological and synthetic systems
Biohybrid microswimmer-A deeper dive into the hybridization of biological organisms with engineered systems, discussing the synergy that enhances the functionality of these microswimmers
Collective motion-Explores how multiple microswimmers can interact and move together in coordinated patterns, offering insights into swarm robotics and collective behavior in nature
Selfpropulsion-This chapter introduces the concept of selfpropulsion, focusing on the mechanisms that allow microswimmers to navigate their environment autonomously
Metin Sitti-A tribute to the work of Metin Sitti, a pioneer in the field of microswimming, detailing his contributions to the development of biohybrid systems and their applications
Nanomotor-Discusses the role of nanomotors in biohybrid microswimmers, highlighting their importance in providing the propulsion required for microscopic motion
Selfpropelled particles-This chapter explains the physics and mechanics behind selfpropelled particles, key components in biohybrid microswimmer systems, and their realworld implications
Protist locomotion-Focuses on the natural locomotion of protists, offering lessons from nature that inform the design of synthetic microswimmers
Scallop theorem-Introduces the scallop theorem, a crucial concept in fluid dynamics that explains the limitations of propulsion in low Reynolds number environments, and how biohybrids overcome them
Bradley Nelson-This chapter highlights the work of Bradley Nelson, a key figure in the field, and explores his contributions to the development of medical microswimmers
Active matter-An exploration of active matter theory and how it applies to biohybrid microswimmers, shedding light on their behavior in nonequilibrium systems
Bacterial motility-Investigates how bacteria achieve motility, and how their strategies inform the design of synthetic microswimmers for a range of applications
Microbotics-Delves into the field of microbotics, highlighting how smallscale robots and biohybrids are being integrated into a variety of industries
Nanorobotics-Covers the fastdeveloping field of nanorobotics, discussing how nanoscale robots, when combined with biological elements, can revolutionize industries like medicine and manufacturing
Robotic sperm-A fascinating chapter on the potential use of biohybrid microswimmers in fertility treatments and reproductive health, focusing on robotic sperm as a key innovation
Chemotaxis-Explores the phenomenon of chemotaxis, the ability of microswimmers to navigate chemical gradients, and how it is being harnessed for applications in drug delivery and diagnostics
Molecular machine-Introduces molecular machines and their connection to biohybrid microswimmers, shedding light on how molecular engineering powers the motion of these tiny robots
Microfluidics-A detailed look at the role of microfluidics in the operation of biohybrid microswimmers, particularly in the context of labonachip technologies
Runandtumble motion-Discusses the mechanics of runandtumble motion, a fundamental form of movement in microorganisms, and its adaptation in biohybrid microswimmers
Motility-Examines the broader concept of motility, comparing different types of motion in microorganisms and biohybrids, and their relevance to realworld applications
