Controlled disassembling of self-assembling systems: toward artificial molecular-level devices and machines

Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2002 Apr 16;99(8):4814-7. doi: 10.1073/pnas.022631599. Epub 2002 Mar 12.

Abstract

Investigations on self-assembling/induced-disassembling systems have led to the design of molecular-level devices capable of performing a variety of functions. Some of the work carried out in this field is illustrated.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Bridged-Ring Compounds / chemistry
  • Chemistry / methods*
  • Electrochemistry
  • Light
  • Macromolecular Substances*
  • Models, Chemical
  • Models, Molecular
  • Photochemistry
  • Semiconductors
  • Taxoids*

Substances

  • Bridged-Ring Compounds
  • Macromolecular Substances
  • Taxoids
  • taxane