AUTHOR=Han Dong-Dong , Cai Qing , Chen Zhao-Di , Li Ji-Chao , Mao Jiang-Wei , Lv Pin , Gao Bing-Rong 

TITLE=Bioinspired Surfaces With Switchable Wettability

JOURNAL=Frontiers in Chemistry

VOLUME=8

YEAR=2020

URL=https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/chemistry/articles/10.3389/fchem.2020.00692

DOI=10.3389/fchem.2020.00692

ISSN=2296-2646

ABSTRACT=<p>The surface wettability of plants exhibits many unique advantages, which enhances the environmental adaptability of plants. In view of the rapid development of responsive materials, smart surfaces have been explored extensively to regulate surface wettability through external stimuli. Herein, we summarized recent advancements in bioinspired surfaces with switchable wettability. Typical bioinspired surfaces with switchable wettability and their emerging applications have been reviewed. In the end, we have discussed the remaining challenges and provided perspective on future development.</p>