Abstract
We report optically induced rapid aggregation and subsequent separation of selective single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWNT) functionalized with bacteriorhodopsin. Induced aggregation rate depends on the absorption of bacteriorhodopsin. Optically separated, bio-nano hybrid complexes show stable, preferential binding with SWNTs of specific diameters whereas, unbound SWNTs remains well-dispersed in the solution.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 986-992 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Optical Materials Express |
Volume | 6 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Apr 2016 |
Externally published | Yes |