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Complex assemblies and crystals guided by DNA

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The complexity of DNA-programmed nanoparticle assemblies has reached an unprecedented level owing to recent advances that enable delicate and comprehensive control over the formation of DNA bonds.

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Fig. 1: Engineering nanoparticle crystals with high complexity.
Fig. 2: Nanoparticle superlattices organized by DNA origami frameworks.
Fig. 3: Strategies for custom nanoparticle modification.
Fig. 4: Rationally designed DNA crystals.

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