Information gathering and processing with fluorescent molecules

doi:10.1007/s11705-014-1432-z

Front. Chem. Sci. Eng.

2014, Vol. 8

Issue (2) : 240-251 https://doi.org/10.1007/s11705-014-1432-z

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Information gathering and processing with fluorescent molecules

Brian DALY, Jue LING, A. Prasanna de SILVA(

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School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Queen’s University, Belfast BT9 5AG, Northern Ireland

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Abstract

Molecular information gathering and processing — a young field of applied chemistry — is undergoing good growth. The progress is occurring both in terms of conceptual development and in terms of the strengthening of older concepts with new examples. This review critically surveys these two broad avenues. We consider some cases where molecules emulate one of the building blocks of electronic logic gates. We then examine molecular emulation of various Boolean logic gates carrying one, two or three inputs. Some single-input gates are popular information gathering devices. Special systems, such as ‘lab-on-a-molecule’ and molecular keypad locks, also receive attention. A situation deviating from the Boolean blueprint is also discussed. Some pointers are offered for maintaining the upward curve of the field.

Keywords molecular logic molecular computation molecular sensor fluorescent molecular device fluorescent sensor

Corresponding Author(s): A. Prasanna de SILVA

Issue Date: 22 May 2014

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Brian DALY,Jue LING,A. Prasanna de SILVA. Information gathering and processing with fluorescent molecules[J]. Front. Chem. Sci. Eng., 2014, 8(2): 240-251.

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Fig.1 Molecular structure of compounds 1 and 2

Fig.2 Molecular structure of compounds 3, 4, and 5

Fig.3 Molecular structure of compounds 6, 7, and 8

Fig.4 Molecular structure of compounds 9 and 10

Fig.5 Molecular structure of compounds 11, 12, and 13

Fig.6 Molecular structure of compound 14

Fig.7 Molecular structure of compound 15

Photo: (from left) Brian Daly, Jue Ling and AP de Silva

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