Ramachandran S., Wu D., Nitta T., Tucker R., Phillips A., Hess H.
University of Washington, US
Keywords: biomolecular motors, hybrid devices, kinesin, microtubules, motor proteins
Biomolecular motors, such as the motor protein kinesin, can serve as force-generating modules in hybrid nanodevices. We will present recent progress in utilizing these motors for nanoscale transport of target reagents and discuss applications, such as the distributed sensing of biological agents.
Journal: TechConnect Briefs
Volume: 1, Technical Proceedings of the 2005 NSTI Nanotechnology Conference and Trade Show, Volume 1
Published: May 8, 2005
Pages: 393 - 393
Industry sectors: Medical & Biotech | Sensors, MEMS, Electronics
Topics: Biomaterials, Chemical, Physical & Bio-Sensors
ISBN: 0-9767985-0-6