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¹Department of Computer Science, Tokyo Institute of Technology, 4259 Nagatsuta-cho, Midori-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, 226-8502, Japan.

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Nanotechnology
Synthetic Biology

Background:

DNA nanotechnology has advanced programmable nano/microstructure fabrication.
DNA droplets, membrane-free coacervates, are emerging for artificial cell/tissue development.
These systems combine fluid dynamics with DNA programmability.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the evolution and properties of DNA droplets.
To highlight their potential as intelligent, dynamic cell-like machinery.
To discuss numerical modeling for sequence-property relationships.

Main Methods:

Overview of programmable DNA condensation and fabrication strategies.
Description of DNA hydrogels and droplets' physical properties.
Presentation of recent examples of DNA droplet characteristics.

Main Results:

DNA technology has shifted from static to dynamic systems.
DNA droplets exhibit sequence-specific interactions and programmable mechanics.
They offer robust control over structure, function, and behavior.

Conclusions:

DNA droplets represent a significant advancement in dynamic biomaterials.
Their fluid-like and programmable nature is key for future applications.
Numerical modeling is crucial for linking sequence to macroscopic properties.