Harnessing natural-based renewable molecular resources to construct functional synthetic green polymers is a promising research frontier at the interface of sustainable/green chemistry, polymer chemistry and nanobiotechnology. As natural glycoprotein mimics/analogues and biocompatible building blocks of nanobio- materials, synthetic functional glycopolypeptides and their structural/functional analogues have attracted great attentions in recent years. This mini-perspective article reviewed current synthetic strategies and methods of glycopolypeptides and their analogues. The pros and cons of the synthesis protocols were discussed, moreover, possible future perspectives in this field were also stated.

Molecular self-assemblies on surfaces and their bottom-up fabrication applications have been key topics in the field of nanotechnology. Impressively complicated self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) with well-defined nanopatterns have been created on surface employing sophisticated organic molecules. Nevertheless, very limited progress has been made toward the ultimate objective, bottom-up fabrication of nanoarchitectures. This perspective aims to summarize recent advances of patterned SAMs, to identify the obstacles, and also to explore promising directions that will facilitate the development and application of SAMs.

Photocatalytic fixation of dinitrogen has become a research hotspot in recent years. Compared with traditional processes for the production of ammonia, photocatalysis exhibited superiorities, such as easy-to-operate, mild operating conditions and low cost. However, the production rate of ammonia from photocatalytic reduction of N₂ is pretty low. Also, the selectivity of ammonia is very low as regards the influence of water splitting. Lots of works have been reported with the presence of these hindrances. This is a challenge as well as an opportunity for global researchers. With this perspective in view, a recommendation for future work was included.

Zeolites synthetic as well as natural, based on their beneficial properties and economic value, represent for a long time recognized industrial commodities. Natural zeolites are highly porous, hydrated aluminosilicates with a rigid crystalline structure and a network of interconnected tunnels and cages (such as honeycomb). Total pore volume of some natural zeolites reaches up to 35%. Their structures consist of a three dimensional framework, having a negatively charged lattice. The negative charge is balanced by cations, which are exchangeable with certain cations from aqueous or gaseous media. Based upon these facts and according to a new definition, zeolites are also clathrates or inclusion compounds, able to host various guest substances in their versatile structures and thus enhance their adsorption potential to broaden range of pollutants.