Synthesis of multi-dimensional nano biostructures and biodevices through self-assembly of biomacromolecules.

Author: Feng JI ¹ ; Dong MEN ¹ ; Dianbing WANG ² ; Xian-En ZHANG ²
Author Information

1. State Key Laboratory of Virology, Wuhan Institute of Virology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Wuhan 430071, Hubei, China.
2. CAS Center for Excellence in Biomacromolecules, National Laboratory of Biomacromolecules, Institute of Biophysics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100101, China.
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: S-layer protein; biomacromolecules; nano biodevices; protein nanocages; protein nanowires; self-assembly
From: Chinese Journal of Biotechnology 2017;33(3):404-421
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: There are various nanostructures in biological system. They are made of biological molecules via self-assembly with well-organized architectures and specific functions. These nanostructures can be grouped into lines, layers and cages, corresponding to one-, two- and three-dimensional structures, respectively. The bionanostructures can serve as the models or templates for biosynthesis of biodevices with desired functions by rational design. Proof-of-concept studies have shown their attractive performance in practical applications, e.g., biosensors, catalysis, tumor thermo-therapy, drug delivery, tissue engineering, and batteries.