In my (DNA) dreams: A tri-G-quadruplex was constructed from three strands (T1-T3) of DNA using duplex formation to guide the G-rich tracts into close proximity with the addition of Li(+) ions (see scheme). The defined G-quadruplex structure was formed upon addition of Na(+) ions and characterized by gel electrophoresis and spectroscopy.
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