In this work, we report a systematic approach to construct a series of functional nanotubes from cooperative self-assembly of dendron and cyclodextrins which are designed for facile control of the surface structure and specific function. Various functional groups including biological molecules such as biotin were introduced on the tube surface by utilizing C-6 modified CDs in the selfassembly process. In addition, nanotube-nanoparticle hybrids were constructed by using electrostatic interactions between the specific surface functionality of the tube and the precursors of metal nanoparticles. We also demonstrate a protein sensing capability of Den-CD-NT by inducing specific binding of proteins on the tube surface. This approach would demonstrate that Den-CD-NT toolkit has a great potential for the construction of functional nanomaterials.

Self-assembled dendron-cyclodextrin nanotubes as a biosensory platform

248th National Meeting (2014)

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