Fig. 3: Schematic representation of a proposed mechanism for the self-assembly of SPI. | Nature Communications

Fig. 3: Schematic representation of a proposed mechanism for the self-assembly of SPI.

From: Controlled self-assembly of plant proteins into high-performance multifunctional nanostructured films

Fig. 3

Through the ultrasonication treatment in acetic acid solution, the initially insoluble aggregates are solubilised and unfolded, making them avaialble to form new intermolecular interactions. Upon cooling down, the new intermolecular β-sheets structures are formed. The removal of solvent results in the formation of β-sheet nanocrystals within the film.

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