Assembly of long L-RNA by native RNA ligation

Chem Commun (Camb). 2021 Oct 12;57(81):10508-10511. doi: 10.1039/d1cc04296c.

Abstract

Due to their intrinsic nuclease resistance, L-oligonucleotides are being increasingly utilized in the development of molecular tools and sensors. Yet, it remains challenging to synthesize long L-oligonucleotides, potential limiting future applications. Herein, we report straightforward and versitile approach to assemble long L-RNAs from two or more shorter fragments using T4 RNA ligase 1. We show that this approach is compatible with the assembly of several classes of functional L-RNA, which we highlight by generating a 124 nt L-RNA biosensor that functions in serum.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • RNA / blood
  • RNA / chemistry
  • RNA / metabolism*
  • RNA Ligase (ATP) / metabolism*
  • Viral Proteins / metabolism*

Substances

  • Viral Proteins
  • RNA
  • RNA Ligase (ATP)
  • bacteriophage T4 RNA ligase 1