SP1-NP hybrids for biological applications
The integration of nanoparticles (NPs) with biomaterials such as proteins can yield novel hybrid nano-biomaterials with synergetic properties and functions.
Stable protein 1 (SP1) is a ring-like protein with an outer diameter of 11 nm and an inner pore of 3 nm. Using genetic engineering, SP1 "tailored" mutants, grafted with a variety of features, can be linked to various surfaces and materials. This research studies the fabrication and characterization of SP1-NP hybrids for biological applications.
Figure: SEM images of silver NPs deposition (0.4V for 5s) on a SP1/MPTMS modified gold electrode