A versatile approach for geometry-based self-assembly of DNA-protein hybrid nanostructures using histone-DNA interactions

Chem Commun (Camb). 2025 Jan 2;61(3):532-535. doi: 10.1039/d4cc05253f.

Abstract

We report an enhanced versatility in constructing DNA-protein hybrid nanostructures using histone-DNA complexes (HDs). By leveraging HDs, we demonstrate precise and scalable assembly of DNA origami tiles and a 2D triangular nanostructure. Our results extend the potential applications of DNA nanotechnology from the nanoscale to the microscale without the need for complex pre-designs.

MeSH terms

  • DNA* / chemistry
  • Histones* / chemistry
  • Histones* / metabolism
  • Nanostructures* / chemistry
  • Nanotechnology
  • Nucleic Acid Conformation

Substances

  • DNA
  • Histones