Bioinspired Surfaces: Bioinspired Surface with Superwettability for Controllable Liquid Dynamics (Adv. Mater. Interfaces 2/2021)

Liquid dynamics on a solid surface are ubiquitous. On rainy days, the apex structures of plant leaves are capable of dripping with a high frequency to avoid damage. The peristome surface of pitcher plants could transport liquid directionally to form a self-constructed wet water layer. In article number 2000824, Zhichao Dong and co-workers summarize the recent advances in controlling liquid dynamics by surface superwettability, and present the underlying mechanisms, along with emerging applications, challenges, and perspectives.