Coordination Chemistry in Protein Cages Principles, Design, and Applications

Sets the stage for the design and application of new proteincagesFeaturing contributions from a team of international experts inthe coordination chemistry of biological systems, this book enablesreaders to understand and take advantage of the fascinatinginternal molecular environment of protein cages. With the aid ofmodern organic and polymer techniques, the authors explain step bystep how to design and construct a variety of protein cages.Moreover, the authors describe current applications of proteincages, setting the foundation for the development of newapplications in biology, nanotechnology, synthetic chemistry, andother disciplines.Based on a thorough review of the literature as well as theauthors' own laboratory experience, Coordination Chemistry inProtein CagesSets forth the principles of coordination reactions in naturalprotein cagesDetails the fundamental design of coordination sites of smallartificial metalloproteins as the basis for protein cagedesignDescribes the supramolecular design and assembly of proteincages for or by metal coordinationExamines the latest applications of protein cages in biologyand nanotechnologyDescribes the principles of coordination chemistry that governself-assembly of synthetic cage-like moleculesChapters are filled with detailed figures to help readersunderstand the complex structure, design, and application ofprotein cages. Extensive references at the end of each chapterserve as a gateway to important original research studies andreviews in the field.With its detailed review of basic principles, design, andapplications, Coordination Chemistry in Protein Cages isrecommended for investigators working in biological inorganicchemistry, biological organic chemistry, and nanoscience.