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Stream 1: Biological Materials, Mechanics, and Sensing (4)
Stream 2: Biomolecular, Cellular, and Tissue Engineering (4)
Stream 3: Biological Information and Computational Bioengineering (2)

Aquatic Microworld (2023) (2)
- Diatoms (2)
Organs and Body Parts 2 (2022) (8)
- Carapace (2)
- Jaws (2)
- Pincers (1)
- Shells (3)

Analysis (1)
- Imaging Techniques (1)
Anatomy and Biological Systems (10)
- Immune System (2)
- Locomotion, Feeding, and Support Systems (10)
  - Beak (1)
  - Exoskeleton (10)
  - Jaws (1)
  - Pincers (1)
  - Teeth (1)
- Organelles (1)
  - Flagella (1)
- Reproductive System (1)
  - Egg (1)
  - Mammary Glands (1)
- Sensory System (2)
  - Communication (2)
  - Thermal Sensing (2)
Biomechanics and Biophysics (8)
- Allometry (3)
- Elasticity and Spring Mechanics (5)
  - Elasticity and Stiffness (3)
  - Strength (2)
  - Stress and Strain (4)
- Forces (2)
  - Friction (1)
- Kinematics and Locomotion (1)
- Light Properties (3)
  - Absorption (1)
  - Fluorescence (1)
  - Interference (1)
  - Polarization (1)
  - Reflection and Refraction (1)
  - Scattering (1)
  - UV (1)
- Mechanics (2)
  - Kinematic Chains (2)
- Nanostructures and Nanomaterials (1)
Chemistry (7)
- Analytical Chemistry (1)
  - pH (2)
- Chemical Reactions and Processes (4)
  - Calcification (2)
  - Crystallization (2)
  - Mineralization (4)
  - Urea Cycle (1)
- Diffusion (2)
  - Concentration Gradients (2)
- Feedback Loops (Positive and Negative) (2)
  - Equilibrium (2)
  - Thermoregulation (2)
- Metabolism (1)
- Phosphatization and Photodegradation (1)
- Radicals (1)
- Solubility (1)
- Toxic chemicals (1)
  - Toxins (1)
  - Venom (1)
Computation and Mathematical Modeling (5)
- Competition and Evolutionary Arms Race (3)
- Cycles (2)
- Differential Equations (1)
- Disease Modeling (1)
  - Susceptible Infectious Recovered (SIR) Predator-Prey Model (1)
- Game Theory (1)
- Geometry (4)
- Patterns (1)
  - Turing Patterns (1)
- Reaction-Diffusion Relations (1)
Electrical and Optical Properties of Biological Systems (2)
- Absorption and Emission Spectra (2)
Environment (1)
Evolutionary Adaptations (10)
- Camouflage (1)
- Decomposition (1)
- Evolution (10)
- Migration and Navigation (1)
- Mimicry (0)
  - Coloration (1)
- Molting (1)
- Mutualistic Relationships (1)
  - Symbiosis (1)
- Reproduction (2)
  - Asexual Reproduction (1)
  - Courtship and Mating (1)
- Social Behavior (3)
- Trophic Network (4)
  - Predation (8)
Industry Applications and Technology (5)
- Biomedical Applications (1)
- Biomimicry, Biomimetics (2)
- Biosynthesis and Bioprocessing (1)
Molecular and Cell Biology (5)
- Cell Division and Differentiation (1)
- Gene Expression and Regulation (2)
  - Gene Mutations (1)
- Proteins (3)
  - Collagen (2)
  - Enzymes and Enzymatic Activity (1)
- Signaling (1)
  - Transmembrane Proteins (1)
Organisms (10)
- Animals (0)
  - Annelids and Worms (1)
  - Arthropods (Arachnids, Crustaceans, Insects) (4)
  - Birds (1)
  - Extinct Animals (1)
  - Fish (1)
  - Mollusks (Bivalves, Octopuses, Snails) (3)
  - Reptilians (2)
- Protists (Algae, Amoeba, Dinoflagellates) (2)
Signals and Systems (2)
- Signal Amplification (1)
- Waves and Wave Properties (1)
Thermodynamics (4)
- Energy and Energy Optimization (2)
- Heat and Temperature (3)
Tissue and Regeneration (3)
- Growth and Regrowth Mechanisms (1)
Transport Phenomena (3)
- Flow and Fluid Transport (1)
- Fluid Mechanics (1)
- Heat Transfer (2)
- Membranes and Filters (3)

Life-Sustaining Processes of the Diatom

Diatoms, life cycles, biomineralization, reproduction, reactive oxygen species, biochemistry

Peter Matthews-Crochetiere, Daniel Ibrahim, Wenan Liao, Cedric Mackay

Frustules: Design solutions in Diatoms

Diatoms, frustules, elasticity, light properties, buoyancy

Peter Matthews-Crochetiere, Daniel Ibrahim, Wenan Liao, Cedric Mackay

A Chemical Perspective on the Carapace

Carapace, biochemistry, tissue composition, molting, pigmentation

Elisabeth Lawton, Emma Geoffroy, Osandi Hewage, Yitao Sun

Crab Chelae Allometry and Implications on Game-Theoretic Armament Evolution

Crab pincers, chelae, allometry, morphology, force distribution, Game theory

Emilia Bridgeman, Claire Levasseur, Maxim Petkun, Alain Peng Zhang

A Multi-Functional Armor: Carapaces’ Roles in Different Animals

Carapace, Mineralization, Turtle, Keratin/Collagen, Armadillo, Bettle, Biomimicry

Elisabeth Lawton, Emma Geoffroy, Osandi Hewage, Yitao Sun

Evolution of Human Models Representing the Complexity of the Jaw and its Functionalities

Jaws, Lever, Biomechanics, Kinematic Chains, Evolution, Feeding Mechanisms

Michelle Levy, Riwa Itani, Irene Simier, Joseph Marsilio

Biomineralization in Mollusks and Brachiopods

Biomineralization/Calcification and Crystallization, Self Defense/Defense Mechanism, Shells, Mineralization Inhibitors, Growth, Imaging, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)

Elliott Cole, Gabriel Linaje-Ferrel, Mikaela Phung, Salma Oraichi

Jaws: Terrific yet Terrifying

Jaws, Chitin, Elastin and Collagen, Hunting and Feeding, Venom, Fang, Biomechanics

Michelle Levy, Riwa Itani, Irene Simier, Joseph Marsilio

Mechanical Overview of Mollusk Shell Formation and Structure

Mollusks, Shells, Stress/Energy Dissipation and Minimization, Biomineralization, Adaptation

Elliott Cole, Gabriel Linaje-Ferrel, Mikaela Phung, Salma Oraichi

Mathematical Models of Molluscan Shell Patterns and Morphology

Molluscs, Shells, Growth, Mechanical Energy Dissipation, Reaction Diffusion, Pigmentation, Mathematical Modeling

Elliott Cole, Gabriel Linaje-Ferrel, Salma Oraichi, Mikaela Phung

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