Analyzing single protein molecules using optical methods.

P Schwille; U Kettling

doi:10.1016/s0958-1669(00)00231-7

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Analyzing single protein molecules using optical methods.

P Schwille·U Kettling

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Studies on single protein molecules have advanced from mere proofs of principle to insightful investigations of otherwise inaccessible biological phenomena. Recent studies predict a tremendous number of possible future applications. The long-term vision of biologists to watch single molecular processes in real time by peering into a cell with three-dimensional resolution might finally be realized. Another fascinating perspective is the identification and selection of single favorable variants from complex libraries of diverse biomolecules.

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P Schwille, U Kettling. 2001. Analyzing single protein molecules using optical methods.. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0958-1669(00)00231-7

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