Fabrication of three-dimensional proteinaceous micro- and nano-structures by femtosecond laser cross-linking
Journal Title: Opto-Electronic Advances - Year 2018, Vol 1, Issue 4
Abstract
Proteins are a class of biomaterials having a vast array of functions, including the catalysis of metabolic reactions, DNA replication, stimuli response and transportation of molecules. Recent progress in laser-based fabrication technologies has enabled the formation of three-dimensional (3D) proteinaceous micro- and nano-structures by femtosecond laser cross-linking, which has expanded the possible applications of proteins. This article reviews the current knowledge and recent advancements in the femtosecond laser cross-linking of proteins. An overview of previous studies related to fabrication using a variety of proteins and detailed discussions of the associated mechanisms are provided. In addition, advances and applications utilizing specific protein functions are introduced. This review thus provides a valuable summary of the 3D micro- and nano-fabrication of proteins for biological and medical applications.
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Daniela Serien, Koji Sugioka*
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- DOI 10.29026/oea.2018.180008
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