Dr. Anna Sandak, InnoRenew CoE research group leader for Wood Modification, is a Frontiers Research Topic Nature-Inspired Materials and Surfaces topic editor.

Plants, insects and fungi are the dominating groups of organisms on our planet, with a broad portfolio of multifunctional surfaces and structures. By implementing improvements made during a living organism’s evolution, novel materials can be created in a more sustainable and environmentally friendly manner.

Researchers can submit manuscripts related to this research topic to the Frontiers in Materials journals Polymeric and Composite Materials or Smart Materials. Abstract submissions are due on 19 September 2022, and manuscript submissions are due on 17 November 2022.

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