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  • Biotechnology and Nanotechnology
  • Materials Science

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  • DNA interactions enable programmable assembly of 2D and 3D nanoscale structures.
  • Decades of research have advanced DNA nanostructure design principles and complexity.
  • Unmodified DNA nanostructures are chemically inert, limiting their inherent functionality.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review methodologies for chemical functionalization of DNA nanostructures.
  • To showcase applications of functionalized DNA nanostructures in creating nanodevices.
  • To encourage the integration of chemical modifications in DNA nanotechnology research.

Main Methods:

  • Review of chemical modification techniques applicable to DNA nanostructures.
  • Compilation of examples demonstrating functionalization strategies.
  • Discussion of challenges and opportunities in the field.

Main Results:

  • Chemical modification is essential for imparting function to DNA nanostructures.
  • Functionalized DNA nanostructures can be utilized as versatile nanodevices.
  • Numerous opportunities exist for developing novel applications through chemical functionalization.

Conclusions:

  • Chemical functionalization significantly enhances the applicability of DNA nanostructures.
  • Adopting chemical modifications is crucial for advancing DNA nanotechnology.
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration between chemists and researchers in DNA nanotechnology is encouraged.