RNA Nanotechnology

RNA nanotechnology involves designing and creating tiny structures using RNA molecules, which are similar to DNA but usually involved in how cells produce proteins. Scientists can engineer RNA to assemble into specific shapes and sizes, acting like building blocks at the nanoscale. These structures can be used for targeted drug delivery, diagnostics, or creating new materials, leveraging RNA's natural ability to fold and bind selectively. This approach combines biology and nanotechnology to develop precise, programmable tools for medicine and nanoscience, offering potential for innovations that are both highly customizable and biocompatible.