Abstract
Several self-assembling peptide and protein systems that form nanotubes, helical ribbons and fibrous scaffolds have recently emerged as biological materials. Peptides and proteins have also been selected to bind metals, semiconductors and ions, inspiring the design of new materials for a wide range of applications in nano-biotechnology.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
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Review
MeSH terms
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Amino Acid Sequence
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Animals
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Biotechnology / methods
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Cell Adhesion / drug effects
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Cell Survival / drug effects
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Hydrogels / chemistry
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Models, Molecular
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Nanotechnology / methods*
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Peptides / chemistry*
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Protein Binding
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Protein Conformation