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Self-assembly of complex systems: hexagonal building blocks are better
4 Apr 2024
Physicists at LMU Munich show that the shape of components is a major determinant of how quickly and efficiently complex structures self-assemble.
Complex systems in nature, like their synthetic counterparts in technology, comprise a large number of small components that assemble of their own accord through molecular interactions. Gaining a better understanding of the principles and mechanisms of this self-assembly is important for the development of new applications in domains such as nanotechnology and medicine.