Three-dimensional protein assemblies directed by orthogonal non-covalent interactions

Chem Commun (Camb). 2016 Aug 11;52(62):9687-90. doi: 10.1039/c6cc04250c. Epub 2016 Jul 13.

Abstract

In this report, an orthogonal non-covalent interaction strategy based on specific recognition between sugar and protein, and host-guest interaction, was employed to construct artificial three dimensional (3D) protein assemblies in the laboratory.

MeSH terms

  • Molecular Structure
  • Particle Size
  • Proteins / chemistry*
  • Sugars / chemistry*

Substances

  • Proteins
  • Sugars