Expanding DNA nanomachine functionality through binding-induced DNA output for application in clinical diagnosis

Chem Commun (Camb). 2019 Mar 28;55(25):3610-3613. doi: 10.1039/c9cc01228a. Epub 2019 Mar 7.

Abstract

Herein, we describe two homogeneous conversion systems that can convert protein recognition into the release of predesigned output DNA for the activation of DNA nanomachines. With high conversion efficiency, this strategy allows us to initiate DNA nanomachines to respond to any proteins, opening up the possibility of applying DNA nanomachines in clinical practice.

MeSH terms

  • DNA / chemistry*
  • Humans
  • Nanostructures / chemistry*
  • Nanotechnology*
  • Proteins / analysis*

Substances

  • Proteins
  • DNA