One example of a Nanoscale Virus Trap Molecul is the aptamer-conjugated mesoporous silica nanoparticle (aptamer-MSN) system. Aptamers are short, single-stranded DNA or RNA molecules that can be engineered to specifically recognize and bind to a wide range of target molecules, including viral proteins. Mesoporous silica nanoparticles are a type of nanoscale material that have a large surface area and pore volume, making them ideal for capturing and immobilizing viruses.
In the aptamer-MSN system, the aptamer is conjugated to the surface of the nanoparticle, allowing it to specifically target the virus of interest. Once the aptamer has bound to the viral protein or structure, the Nanoscale Virus Trap Molecule physically traps the virus within its pores, preventing it from infecting host cells.
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