DNA Nanotechnology - Harnessing Molecular Structures for Innovative Applications

Fouad Sabry

Summary

DNA Nanotechnology represents the cutting edge of scientific research, merging molecular biology with advanced engineering. This book serves as an invaluable resource for professionals, undergraduate and graduate students, as well as enthusiasts and hobbyists, offering a comprehensive exploration of DNA’s potential for technological innovation. Whether you're deeply embedded in the field of nanotechnology or just beginning your journey, this book is your ultimate guide to unlocking the molecular revolution shaping our future.

Chapters Brief Overview:

1: DNA nanotechnology: An introduction to the field, highlighting the basic principles and applications of DNA in nanotechnology.

2: DNA computing: Explore how DNA is used to perform computations, offering new insights into data processing and algorithmic design.

3: Nucleic acid design: Discover the design processes behind nucleic acids and their roles in building complex molecular structures.

4: Spherical nucleic acid: An overview of spherical nucleic acids and their application in drug delivery and diagnostics.

5: Nanoruler: Delve into the concept of the nanoruler and its utility in measuring and constructing nanometerscale devices.

6: DNA walker: Learn about DNA walkers, their use in molecular machines, and their potential applications in biomedical engineering.

7: Nucleic acid secondary structure: Understand the importance of secondary structures in nucleic acids for their functionality in nanotechnology.

8: DNA: A deep dive into DNA’s properties, its role in genetic programming, and its application in molecular engineering.

9: DNA origami: Explore DNA origami, a method to fold DNA into specific shapes, leading to advancements in molecular robotics.

10: RNA origami: RNA origami techniques and their promising applications in the construction of molecular devices.

11: Molecular selfassembly: Examine the process of molecular selfassembly and how it enables the construction of complex structures without external intervention.

12: Peptide nucleic acid: Learn about peptide nucleic acids and their potential for gene therapy and molecular diagnostics.

13: Cees Dekker: A look into the pioneering work of Cees Dekker in DNA nanotechnology and its impact on modern science.

14: Nadrian Seeman: An exploration of Nadrian Seeman’s groundbreaking contributions to the field, particularly his DNAbased machines.

15: Nanotechnology: The broader context of nanotechnology and its intersection with molecular biology and DNA nanotechnology.

16: TectoRNA: An introduction to TectoRNA, its structure, and its significance in constructing RNAbased nanostructures.

17: Holliday junction: Understand the structure and role of the Holliday junction in DNA recombination and repair mechanisms.

18: Robert Dirks: Insights into Robert Dirks’ contributions to DNA nanotechnology, focusing on his work in molecular design.

19: M13 bacteriophage: Learn about the M13 bacteriophage and its applications in nanotechnology and biomolecular research.

20: Biomolecular structure: A study of the biomolecular structure of DNA and its relevance to nanotechnology advancements.

21: Molecular models of DNA: The theoretical and practical models used to understand DNA's structure and its influence on nanotechnology.

By reading this book, you will unlock a wealth of knowledge that can propel your understanding of both DNA and nanotechnology forward, enabling you to apply these concepts in a variety of professional and academic contexts. The integration of these two fields is nothing short of revolutionary and is shaping our world in profound ways.

Available since: 03/04/2025.

Print length: 264 pages.

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