Abstract
The semiconducting behavior of gold nanoparticle assemblies linked by DNA is independent of the length of the DNA linker over the range of 24 to 72 base pairs (see picture; n = 1-3). These studies indicate that the molecular recognition properties of DNA can be used to assemble nanoparticle-based materials without passivating them or destroying their discrete structural and electrical properties.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 3845-3848 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Angewandte Chemie - International Edition |
Volume | 39 |
Issue number | 21 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 3 Nov 2000 |
Keywords
- Colloids
- Conducting materials
- DNA structures
- Gold
- Small angle X-ray scattering