In this review,we focus on the conined water that exists in one-dimensional micro/nano composite structures,particularly inside biological nanochannels.Using these nanochannels as inspiration,we discuss a strategy for the design and construction of biomimetic smart nanochannels.Unique features of the inner surfaces of a nanochannel’s wall have similar properties to living systems.Importantly,the abiotic analogs have potential applications in,for example,sensing,energy conversion and iltering.
In this review, we focus on the confined water that exists in one-dimensional micro/nano composite structures, particularly inside biological nanochannels. Using these nanochannels as inspiration, we discuss a strategy for the design and construction of biomimetic smart nanochannels. Unique features of the inner surfaces of a nanochannel's wall have similar properties to living systems. Importantly, the abiotic analogs have potential applications in, for example, sensing, energy conversion and filtering.