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  • 1Institute for Physical Chemistry, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Sophienstr. 11, D-80333 Muenchen, Germany.

Biophysical Chemistry
|September 1, 1995
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Bacteriorhodopsin (BR) mutations enable novel light-sensitive materials for optical data storage. Genetic engineering customizes BR

Area of Science:

  • Biophysics
  • Biotechnology
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Bacteriorhodopsin (BR) exhibits desirable photochromic properties, including longevity and reversibility.
  • These characteristics make BR a promising candidate for light-sensitive media in optical information processing.
  • Diverse optical applications necessitate materials with precisely tailored and varied properties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the potential of genetically engineered bacteriorhodopsin (BR) for advanced optical applications.
  • To investigate mutated BRs as adaptable recording media for optical information processing.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing genetic engineering to create mutated bacteriorhodopsin (BR) variants.
  • Employing biotechnological production methods for large-scale generation of mutated BRs.

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  • Characterizing the photochromic properties of single and double amino acid exchange mutants.

    • Main Results:

    • Successfully generated mutated BRs with altered photochromic properties.
    • Demonstrated the utility of these mutated BRs as recording media.
    • Showcased applications in phase conjugation and long-term data storage at room temperature.

    Conclusions:

    • Genetic engineering and biotechnological production are crucial for tailoring BR for optical applications.
    • Mutated BRs offer a versatile platform for developing advanced light-sensitive optical media.
    • The study highlights the potential of modified BR for practical optical information processing and data storage.