Circuit Topology Analysis of Polymer Folding Reactions
Maziar Heidari, Helmut Schießel, Alireza Mashaghi
Abstract
Circuit topology is emerging as a versatile measure to classify the internal structures of folded linear polymers such as proteins and nucleic acids. The topology framework can be applied to a wide range of problems, most notably molecular folding reactions that are central to biology and molecular engineering. In this Outlook, we discuss the state-of-the art of the technology and elaborate on the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.
Topics & Concepts
Folding (DSP implementation)Topology (electrical circuits)Computer sciencePolymerRange (aeronautics)NanotechnologyChemistryMaterials scienceEngineeringMechanical engineeringElectrical engineeringComposite materialOrganic chemistryRNA and protein synthesis mechanismsGenomics and Chromatin DynamicsForce Microscopy Techniques and Applications