DOI: https://doi.org/10.22184/1993-8578.2024.17.5.302.310

For nanoparticle synthesis, viruses have many advantages over other types of biomolecules, as they occur in a wide range of shapes and sizes and have diverse chemical functionalities. It is important that plant viruses are harmless to humans, and therefore are widely used in biotechnology. Tobacco mosaic virus is emerging as an interesting target for use as a nanotemplate and delivery vehicle due to its high aspect ratio, narrow size distribution, diverse biochemical functionalities on the surface, and compatibility through chemical conjugation. In addition, it is quite easy to synthesize tobacco mosaic virus, and its properties can be manipulated through genetic modification or heat treatment.