A high affinity modified DNA aptamer containing base-appended bases for human β-defensin.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ab.2020.113627
Abstract: We used base-appended base modification to develop a new adenine analog, which incorporates an adenine derivative at position 7 of adenine. Using the systematic evolution of ligands by exponential enrichment method with a modified DNA… read more here.
Keywords: high affinity; base; human defensin; base appended ... See more keywords
Magnetic studies of Co 2+ , Ni 2+ , and Zn 2+ -modified DNA double-crossover lattices
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apsusc.2017.08.069
Abstract: Abstract We fabricated divalent-metal-ion-modified DNA double-crossover (DX) lattices on a glass substrate and studied their magnetic characteristics as a function of ion concentrations [Co 2+ ], [Ni 2+ ] and [Zn 2+ ]. Up to… read more here.
Keywords: dna lattices; dna; dna double; double crossover ... See more keywords
Natural, modified DNA bases.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cbpa.2020.01.014
Abstract: The four canonical bases that make up genomic DNA are subject to a variety of chemical modifications in living systems. Recent years have witnessed the discovery of various new modified bases and of the enzymes… read more here.
Keywords: medicine; methodology; dna; dna bases ... See more keywords
Targeting Unique Epitopes on Highly Similar Proteins GDF-11 and GDF-8 with Modified DNA Aptamers.
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DOI: 10.1021/acs.biochem.9b00760
Abstract: The mature forms of the TGF-β family members GDF-11 and GDF-8 are highly similar 25 kDa homodimers with 90% amino acid sequence identity and 99% similarity. Cross-reactivity of GDF-11 and GDF-8 binding reagents is common… read more here.
Keywords: affinity; selection; gdf; gdf gdf ... See more keywords
Design of Uracil-Modified DNA Nanotubes for Targeted Drug Release via DNA-Modifying Enzyme Reactions.
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DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c09488
Abstract: DNA nanostructure-based responsive drug delivery has become an increasingly potent method in cancer therapy. However, a variety of important cancer biomarkers have not been explored in searching of new and efficient targeted delivery systems. Uracil… read more here.
Keywords: dna; uracil modified; dna nanotubes; drug release ... See more keywords
Recovery of Information Stored in Modified DNA with an Evolved Polymerase.
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DOI: 10.1021/acssynbio.1c00575
Abstract: DNA is increasingly being explored as an alternative medium for digital information storage, but the potential information loss from degradation and associated issues with error during reading challenge its wide-scale implementation. To address this, we… read more here.
Keywords: dna; information; recovery information; information stored ... See more keywords
Structural basis for IL-1α recognition by a modified DNA aptamer that specifically inhibits IL-1α signaling
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DOI: 10.1038/s41467-017-00864-2
Abstract: IL-1α is an essential cytokine that contributes to inflammatory responses and is implicated in various forms of pathogenesis and cancer. Here we report a naphthyl modified DNA aptamer that specifically binds IL-1α and inhibits its… read more here.
Keywords: inhibits signaling; aptamer specifically; structure; dna aptamer ... See more keywords
Synthesis of phosphoramidate-linked DNA by a modified DNA polymerase
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DOI: 10.1073/pnas.1922400117
Abstract: Significance Life on Earth depends on polymerases. These enzymes copy genetic information to produce the DNA and RNA strands at the core of the central dogma. Polymerases act by forming phosphodiester linkages to produce polynucleotide… read more here.
Keywords: dna; dna polymerase; activity; polymerase ... See more keywords
A temperature-driven DNA discrimination strategy to distinguish E. coli DNA and phage 5hmC-modified DNA
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DOI: 10.1093/nar/gkaf501
Abstract: Abstract The arms race between phages and bacteria is dynamic and ongoing, with both continuously acquiring new strategies to outcompete each other during co-evolution. Here, we report bacteriophage T4 exonuclease DexA and an uncharacterized Escherichia… read more here.
Keywords: modified dna; 5hmc modified; phage; temperature driven ... See more keywords
Modified DNA substrate selectivity by GmrSD-family Type IV restriction enzyme BrxU
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DOI: 10.1098/rstb.2024.0072
Abstract: Bacteriophages (phages), viral predators of bacteria, generate selection pressure that causes bacteria to evolve defence systems. Type I, II and III restriction enzymes cleave incoming non-modified phage DNAs. Phages have evolved to defend against these… read more here.
Keywords: modified dna; restriction; type restriction; gmrsd family ... See more keywords
Characterization of Modified DNA-Based Polymer Alignment Layers for Photonic Applications
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DOI: 10.3390/ma18122760
Abstract: We present the creation of an alignment layer for liquid crystal molecules based on DNA from fish waste and a selected cationic surfactant. The implemented biodegradable DNA-based surface offers excellent optical and physical properties, cost-effectiveness,… read more here.
Keywords: modified dna; characterization modified; alignment; dna doda ... See more keywords