論文

査読有り 筆頭著者
2020年6月5日

Sequence-based engineering of dynamic functions of micrometer-sized DNA droplets

Science Advances
  • Yusuke Sato
  • ,
  • Tetsuro Sakamoto
  • ,
  • Masahiro Takinoue

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開始ページ
eaba3471
終了ページ
eaba3471
記述言語
掲載種別
研究論文(学術雑誌)
DOI
10.1126/sciadv.aba3471
出版者・発行元
American Association for the Advancement of Science ({AAAS})

DNA has the potential to achieve a controllable macromolecular structure, such as hydrogels or droplets formed through liquid-liquid phase separation (LLPS), as the design of its base sequence can result in programmable interactions. Here, we constructed “DNA droplets” via LLPS of sequence-designed DNA nanostructures and controlled their dynamic functions by designing their sequences. Specifically, we were able to adjust the temperature required for the formation of DNA droplets by designing the sequences. In addition, the fusion, fission, and formation of Janus-shaped droplets were controlled by sequence design and enzymatic reactions. Furthermore, modifications of proteins with sequence-designed DNAs allowed for their capture into specific droplets. Overall, our results provide a platform for designing and controlling macromolecular droplets via the information encoded in component molecules and pave the way for various applications of sequence-designed DNA such as cell mimics, synthetic membraneless organelles, and artificial molecular systems.

リンク情報
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1126/sciadv.aba3471
URL
https://syndication.highwire.org/content/doi/10.1126/sciadv.aba3471
ID情報
  • DOI : 10.1126/sciadv.aba3471
  • eISSN : 2375-2548
  • ORCIDのPut Code : 75075149

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