Electronic nanostructures templated on self-assembled DNA scaffolds
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We report on the self-assembly of oneand two-dimensional DNA scaffolds, which serve as templates for the targeted deposition of ordered nanoparticles and molecular arrays. The DNA nanostructures are easy to reprogram, and we demonstrate two distinct conformations: sheets and tubes. The DNA tubes and individual DNA molecules are metallized in solution to produce ultra-thin metal wires. (Some figures in this article are in colour only in the electronic version)
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تاریخ انتشار 2004