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Computing Convergence Technology and Principles of Deoxyribonucleic Acid

  • Journal of Knowledge Information Technology and Systems
  • Abbr : JKITS
  • 2010, 5(4), pp.27-35
  • Publisher : Korea Knowledge Information Technology Society
  • Research Area : Interdisciplinary Studies > Interdisciplinary Research
  • Published : August 31, 2010

정영진 1 배영주 2 Lee, Junwon 2 진윤태 2

1캐나다 토론토대학교
2배재대학교

Candidate

ABSTRACT

Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is the genetic blueprint that encodes for the basic functions and development of all living organisms and many viruses. Its main purpose is the storage of genetic material required for the production of proteins,RNAs, and all cells within the body. These DNA segments that carry the genetic information are called genes. Similar to the ones used in modern silicone-based, electronic computers, DNA molecules can be used to create logic gates with short DNA strands acting as input and output signals. With further development, these gates may be used to detect certain molecules such as markers, and take appropriate, pre-programmed action against it. The power of DNA logic gates is demonstrated by a DNA computer that can play a game of tic-tac-toe against a human opponent. Thus, through the double-helix shaped DNA, valuable information and new insights can be gained in a new field of science that brings together synthetic chemistry, enzymology, nanotechnology, and computer science.

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