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Highly tunable biotemplating method expands nanostructure synthesis options


Published on 2025-01-10 17:42:26 - MSN
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  • A joint research team has developed a biotemplating method that utilizes specific internal proteins in biological samples and has high tunability. The study is published in Advanced Science.

The article from MSN discusses a breakthrough in nanotechnology where researchers from the University of Massachusetts Amherst have developed a highly tunable biotemplating method. This method utilizes the M13 bacteriophage, a virus that infects bacteria, to create nanostructures with unprecedented control over their size, shape, and composition. By genetically modifying the virus, scientists can dictate how it assembles, allowing for the creation of complex nanostructures like nanowires, nanotubes, and even more intricate 3D architectures. This approach not only expands the options for nanostructure synthesis but also promises applications in electronics, energy storage, and medical fields by enabling the design of materials with specific properties tailored for various uses. The technique's flexibility could lead to significant advancements in how we engineer materials at the nanoscale, potentially revolutionizing several high-tech industries.

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