Issue 70, 2016

Precise protein assembly of array structures

Abstract

The assembly of proteins into various nano-objects with regular and periodic microstructures, i.e. protein arrays, is a fast-growing field in materials science. Due to the structural complexity of proteins, reports in this field are still quite limited. In this review, we summarize the recent developments in protein array construction by different driving forces, including electrostatic interactions, metal–ligand interactions, molecular recognition and protein–protein interactions. In line with our particular interest, assemblies driven by molecular recognition are particularly explored. Finally, functionalities of the obtained protein arrays are briefly discussed.

Graphical abstract: Precise protein assembly of array structures

Article information

Article type
Feature Article
Submitted
18 5 2016
Accepted
21 6 2016
First published
21 6 2016

Chem. Commun., 2016,52, 10595-10605

Precise protein assembly of array structures

G. Yang, L. Wu, G. Chen and M. Jiang, Chem. Commun., 2016, 52, 10595 DOI: 10.1039/C6CC04190F

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