Researchers Develop More Efficient Tool for Tagging Proteins

July 30, 2014

(R & D Magazine) – DNA linked to proteins—including antibodies—provides a strong partnership that can be used in diagnostic techniques, nanotechnology and other disciplines. DNA–protein conjugates—which tag proteins with DNA—can be used for purposes such as the sensitive detection and visualisation of biological material. The method also provides easier access to handling proteins in nanotechnology, where the DNA acts as a handle on the protein.