Complex Morphogenesis by a Model Intrinsically Disordered Protein

In this study, a model silk‐elastin‐like recombinamer capable of interacting via three non‐covalent interactions, namely hydrophobic, ion‐pairing, and H‐bonding is built. This model material is s hown to self‐assemble into complex stable micrometer‐sized biomorphs. Variation of the block composition, pH, and temperature demonstrates the necessary interplay of all three interactions for the formation of such complex structures.

Source: Small - November 20, 2020 Category: Nanotechnology Authors: Constancio Gonz ález‐Obeso, Miguel González‐Pérez, João F. Mano, Matilde Alonso, José Carlos Rodríguez‐Cabello Tags: Full Paper Source Type: research