ORGN 344 |
| Monolayer-Protected Clusters (MPCs) and Mixed Monolayer-Protected Clusters (MMPCs) provide versatile tools for nanotechnology. In our research, we use these nanoparticles as building blocks for the creation of catalysts and functional magnetic and electronic nanocomposites materials. Simultaneously, we are exploiting the size (similar to that of proteins) and self-templating capabilities of these systems for biomacromolecule recognition. In this research, we have demonstrated effective DNA recognition, gene delivery, as well regulation of protein structure and function. |
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Organic Approaches to Nanotechnology
8:00 AM-12:00 PM, Tuesday, 12 September 2006 Moscone Center -- Room 135, Oral
Division of Organic Chemistry |