DNA-assisted nanoparticle assembly

This article covers the major themes in the pursuits of DNA-assisted nanoparticle assembly, with a special emphasis on methodological developments and their underlying driving motives and basic principles. Following a brief introduction, the topics are organized by starting from technical advancements in DNA-conjugated nanoparticle building blocks, continuing with the construction of static and dynamic nanostructures ranging from discrete nanoparticle oligomers to periodic crystals, and ending with some synergistic functions realized by DNA-programmed nanoassemblies and corresponding applications in various aspects. An outlook is finally given on existing challenges and future opportunities of this research area.