Scientists Build DNA Nanoantenna

Recently, a team of researchers developed the world’s tiniest nanoantenna made of Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and polyethylene glycol (PEG) to study changes in the structure of protein molecules.

Key Highlights

• Process: A fluorescent molecule is first attached to the DNA, and then this fluorescent nanoantenna is attached to a biological nanomachine, such as an enzyme.
• Function: The nanoantenna works like a two-way radio that can both receive and transmit radio waves.
• It receives light in one wavelength, and depending on the protein changes it senses, it transmits light in another colour and this can be detected and studied.
• Viable Alternative: These fluorescent ....