Abstract
Cage architectures based on the cowpea chlorotic mottle virus were used to achieve a synthetic mimic of the iron storage protein ferritin. The electrostatic nature of the inner protein surface could be changed by up to 3240 units of charge, while still maintaining a stable cage structure. The spatial isolation within the protein cage prevented bulk aggregation of the mineral particles and resulted in a stable, mono-disperse colloid.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 415-418 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Advanced Materials |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 18 Mar 2002 |