Jimmy Hsia1, Frederick G. Heineken1, and Robert Wellek2. (1) Division of Chemical & Transport Systems, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22230, (2) The National Science Foundation, Division of Chemical & Transport Systems (ENG/CTS), 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22230
The opportunities and importance for/of research on the mechanics of systems with structures, living cells or biomolecules is described at scales from nano to macro levels. All three authors will present aspects of this NSF initiative.