Construction of a DNA Origami Based Molecular Electro-optical Modulator

Xiao Wang, Chen Li, Dong Niu, Ruojie Sha, Nadrian C. Seeman, James W. Canary

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Abstract

An electro-optical modulator was constructed using a DNA nanostructure scaffold with oligomers of poly(phenylenevinylene) and polyaniline. A molecular device containing one each of the functional molecules was assembled in a DNA origami. The constructs formed an "X" shape and were visualized by atomic force microscopy. In response to redox reconfiguration, the device reversibly altered fluorescence signal output. This molecular self-assembly strategy provides opportunities to make unique material composites that are difficult to achieve by blending. The strategy offers a "plug and play" format that may lead to many new functions.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)2112-2115
Number of pages4
JournalNano Letters
Volume18
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 14 2018

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Bioengineering
  • General Chemistry
  • General Materials Science
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Mechanical Engineering

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