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Chapters Brief Overview:
1: DNA nanotechnology: Introduces the emerging field of DNA nanotechnology, focusing on its potential to revolutionize molecular engineering.
2: DNA: Explores the structure and function of DNA, laying the foundation for understanding its application in nanotechnology.
3: Nanotechnology: Provides an overview of nanotechnology principles and its integration with biological systems, particularly DNA.
4: Peptide nucleic acid: Delves into peptide nucleic acids, highlighting their role in gene expression and molecular recognition.
5: DNA computing: Discusses how DNA can be harnessed to solve complex computational problems, revolutionizing the field of computation.
6: Nanoruler: Introduces the concept of nanorulers in DNA nanotechnology, showing how precision at the molecular level is achieved.
7: M13 bacteriophage: Examines the role of the M13 bacteriophage in DNA nanostructure construction and molecular delivery.
8: DNA origami: Covers DNA origami techniques, where DNA molecules are folded into precise shapes to create nanoscale structures.
9: Holliday junction: Explores the critical role of Holliday junctions in DNA repair and their application in molecular machines.
10: Biomolecular structure: Provides insights into the biomolecular structures that are foundational to DNA nanotechnology.
11: Molecular selfassembly: Discusses how DNA molecules can spontaneously assemble into complex structures without external guidance.
12: Nucleic acid design: Focuses on the design of synthetic nucleic acids for targeted therapeutic and biotechnological applications.
13: Molecular models of DNA: Explains the use of molecular models to simulate DNA structures, aiding in the development of nanotechnology.
14: Nucleic acid tertiary structure: Delves into the threedimensional structures of nucleic acids and their significance in molecular functions.
15: Nucleic acid secondary structure: Highlights the importance of secondary structures in DNA and their role in molecular recognition.
16: Nadrian Seeman: Chronicles the contributions of Nadrian Seeman to the field of DNA nanotechnology and his pioneering work in the discipline.
17: Spherical nucleic acid: Explores the innovative use of spherical nucleic acids in drug delivery and diagnostics.
18: Robert Dirks: Discusses the contributions of Robert Dirks to the development of DNAbased nanotechnology and its applications.
19: DNA walker: Examines DNA walkers—molecular machines that move along tracks made of DNA, enabling new possibilities in nanomedicine.
20: RNA origami: Focuses on RNA origami techniques, expanding the scope of molecular nanotechnology beyond DNA.
21: TectoRNA: Introduces TectoRNA, a modular RNA system that offers new avenues for molecular programming and drug delivery.
"DNA Nanotechnology" is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the revolutionary potential of DNA in the nanotech field. This book not only enhances your understanding of molecular biophysics but also equips you with the knowledge to navigate this rapidly evolving discipline.
