Abstract
Here we report the first example of using β-galactosidase to trigger the formation of cell compatible, supramolecular nanofibers, which ultimately may lead to a new approach for the development of soft nanotechnology.
Publication types
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Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Binding Sites
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Escherichia coli / enzymology
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Hydrogel, Polyethylene Glycol Dimethacrylate / chemistry*
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Hydrogen-Ion Concentration
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Nanofibers / chemistry*
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Nanofibers / ultrastructure
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beta-Galactosidase / metabolism*
Substances
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Hydrogel, Polyethylene Glycol Dimethacrylate
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beta-Galactosidase