Nanopores (IMAGE)

University of Michigan

Nanopores

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A new oily coating that improves the functionality of nanopores was inspired by a similar layer in the silk moth's antenna. Nanopores are measurement devices that enable the study of single molecules or proteins.

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Chris Burke

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