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Title: Mechanisms of Biomolecular Self–Assembly Investigated Through In Situ Observations of Structures and Dynamics

Journal Article · · Angewandte Chemie (International Edition)
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  1. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), Richland, WA (United States); University of Washington
  2. University of Washington, Seattle, WA (United States)
  3. University of Washington, Seattle, WA (United States)
  4. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), Richland, WA (United States); University of Washington, Seattle, WA (United States)

Biomolecular self-assembly of hierarchical materials is a precise and adaptable bottom-up approach to synthesizing across scales with considerable energy, health, environment, sustainability, and information technology applications. To achieve desired functions in biomaterials, it is essential to directly observe assembly dynamics and structural evolutions that reflect the underlying energy landscape and the assembly mechanism. This review will summarize the current understanding of biomolecular assembly mechanisms based on in situ characterization and discuss the broader significance and achievements of newly gained insights. In addition, we will also introduce how emerging deep learning/machine learning-based approaches, multiparametric characterization, and high-throughput methods can boost the development of biomolecular self-assembly. Furthermore, the objective of this review is to accelerate the development of in situ characterization approaches for biomolecular self-assembly and to inspire the next generation of biomimetic materials.

Research Organization:
University of Washington, Seattle, WA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Science (SC), Basic Energy Sciences (BES)
Grant/Contract Number:
SC0019288; AC05-76RL01830
OSTI ID:
2274873
Alternate ID(s):
OSTI ID: 1999963
Journal Information:
Angewandte Chemie (International Edition), Journal Name: Angewandte Chemie (International Edition) Journal Issue: 48 Vol. 62; ISSN 1433-7851
Publisher:
WileyCopyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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