DNA and RNA Electronic Properties for Molecular Modifications and Environmental State Diagnostics

Abstract

The main goal of this chapter is to show how specific DNA and RNA modifications and defects change the molecular electronic properties and how electronic state measurements can be used for oligonucleotide modifications and defect sensing. We also show that specific electronic states in DNA/Hg complexes play an important role in sensing the Hg presence in the environment. This chapter encompasses different concepts and methods showing the coherence between the structure, composition, and electronic properties of DNA and RNA.