DNA-Based Applications in Nanobiotechnology
Joint Authors
Abu-Salah, Khalid M.
Alrokayan, Salman A.
Ansari, Anis A.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2010, Issue 2010 (31 Dec. 2009), pp.1-15, 15 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2010-06-09
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
15
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Biological molecules such as deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) have shown great potential in fabrication and construction of nanostructures and devices.
The very properties that make DNA so effective as genetic material also make it a very suitable molecule for programmed self-assembly.
The use of DNA to assemble metals or semiconducting particles has been extended to construct metallic nanowires and functionalized nanotubes.
This paper highlights some important aspects of conjugating the unique physical properties of dots or wires with the remarkable recognition capabilities of DNA which could lead to miniaturizing biological electronics and optical devices, including biosensors and probes.
Attempts to use DNA-based nanocarriers for gene delivery are discussed.
In addition, the ecological advantages and risks of nanotechnology including DNA-based nanobiotechnology are evaluated.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Abu-Salah, Khalid M.& Ansari, Anis A.& Alrokayan, Salman A.. 2010. DNA-Based Applications in Nanobiotechnology. BioMed Research International،Vol. 2010, no. 2010, pp.1-15.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Abu-Salah, Khalid M.…[et al.]. DNA-Based Applications in Nanobiotechnology. BioMed Research International No. 2010 (Dec. 2010), pp.1-15.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Abu-Salah, Khalid M.& Ansari, Anis A.& Alrokayan, Salman A.. DNA-Based Applications in Nanobiotechnology. BioMed Research International. 2010. Vol. 2010, no. 2010, pp.1-15.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-989082
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-989082