DNA Origami by Fouad Sabry

DNA origami-This chapter introduces the foundational concept of DNA origami, where long singlestranded DNA molecules are folded into desired shapes, forming the basis for constructing intricate nanostructures

Molecular selfassembly-Learn how DNA molecules naturally assemble into complex structures, shedding light on the selforganizing power of molecular interactions in the creation of functional nanostructures

Nucleic acid design-Explore the principles of designing nucleic acid sequences to achieve precise folding and the creation of functional materials at the nanoscale

Selfassembling peptide-This chapter delves into the role of peptides in DNA nanotechnology, focusing on how they can be engineered to selfassemble and interact with DNA structures for enhanced functionality

Niveen Khashab-A spotlight on the work of Niveen Khashab, a prominent figure in the integration of nanotechnology with DNA to push the boundaries of nanomaterials

Nanorobotics-Understand how DNA nanotechnology is being integrated with robotics to create molecular machines capable of performing specific tasks at the molecular scale

Nanoscale plasmonic motor-Explore the potential of plasmonic motors powered by DNA, a cuttingedge technology that promises to advance nanorobotics and nanomedicine

Nadrian Seeman-Delve into the contributions of Nadrian Seeman, a pioneer in the field of DNA nanotechnology, whose work in designing DNAbased molecular machines laid the groundwork for modern applications

DNA nanotechnology-An indepth exploration of the field of DNA nanotechnology, covering its evolution, techniques, and future prospects in scientific innovation

Nanotechnology-Learn about the broader field of nanotechnology, its intersections with DNA origami, and the impact it is having on diverse industries, from medicine to materials science

TectoRNA-This chapter introduces TectoRNA, a sophisticated RNAbased system that can selfassemble into nanoscale structures, expanding the potential of DNA nanotechnology

RNA origami-Similar to DNA origami, RNA origami represents a promising area of research where RNA molecules are folded into functional shapes for use in biological applications

Peptide nucleic acid-Discover the role of peptide nucleic acids (PNAs) in DNA nanotechnology, offering advantages in stability and binding affinity for genetic material

Intracellular delivery-Explore the strategies for using DNA nanostructures to deliver drugs or genes directly into cells, revolutionizing the field of targeted therapy

Nanoruler-Learn about the nanoruler, a tool for measuring distances at the molecular level, enhancing precision in DNA assembly and molecularscale measurements

Nanomedicine-This chapter explores the integration of DNA nanotechnology in the development of targeted drug delivery systems, cancer therapies, and personalized medicine

Nanobiotechnology-A look at the intersection of nanotechnology and biotechnology, particularly how DNA nanostructures can be applied to biological systems for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes

Holliday junction-The Holliday junction plays a crucial role in DNA recombination, and this chapter discusses its function within DNA nanotechnology applications

Biointerface-This chapter explores the interfaces between biological systems and engineered DNA nanostructures, opening up possibilities for biosensors and other bioelectronic applications

Spherical nucleic acid-A unique DNAbased structure, spherical nucleic acids are explored for their ability to interact with biological systems for drug delivery and gene therapy applications

Nanochemistry-Finally, learn about the chemistry behind DNA nanotechnology, including the design and synthesis of molecules that drive the selfassembly of DNAbased structures