"Smart" DNA interfaces

Chem Soc Rev. 2014 Mar 7;43(5):1612-26. doi: 10.1039/c3cs60331h. Epub 2013 Dec 18.

Abstract

This review focuses on surface-grafted DNA, and its use as a molecular building block that exploits its unique properties as a directional (poly)anion that exhibits molecular recognition. The selected examples highlight innovative applications of DNA at surfaces and interfaces ranging from molecular diagnostics and sequencing to biosensing.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Biosensing Techniques
  • DNA / chemical synthesis
  • DNA / chemistry*
  • Immobilized Nucleic Acids / chemical synthesis
  • Immobilized Nucleic Acids / chemistry
  • Nucleic Acid Conformation
  • Polyelectrolytes
  • Polymers / chemistry
  • Sequence Analysis, DNA
  • Surface Properties

Substances

  • Immobilized Nucleic Acids
  • Polyelectrolytes
  • Polymers
  • polyanions
  • DNA