Enzymatic Polymerization of High Molecular Weight DNA Amphiphiles That Self-Assemble into Star-Like Micelles

TitleEnzymatic Polymerization of High Molecular Weight DNA Amphiphiles That Self-Assemble into Star-Like Micelles
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2014
AuthorsTang, L, Tjong, V, Li, N, Yingling, YG, Chilkoti, A, Zauscher, S
JournalAdvanced Materials
PaginationASAP
Date Published02/2014
Abstract

High molecular weight ssDNA amphiphiles are synthesized by enzymatic polymerization. These highly asymmetric diblock DNA copolymers self-assemble into “hairy”, star-like micelles, shown in the AFM image and the DPD snapshot.

DOI10.1002/adma.201306049
Short TitleAdv. Mater.