What is DNA Nanotechnology?

What is DNA Nanotechnology?

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By Benedette Cuffari, M.Sc.Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.

Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is the self-replicating genetic material that exists in nearly all living organisms. Aside from its role as a living material, synthetic DNA has also been investigated as a novel biomaterial for various purposes ranging from biological sensors and imaging tools to analytical applications.