Understanding the underlying language code that governs the π–π non-covalent interactions between proteins and DNA
摘要
Protein–nucleic acid interactions are crucial for transferring biological information and rely on sequence-specific recognition. Here, we present our theoretical analysis of the parallel alignment of aromatic coupling between bases and the benzene rings found in three naturally occurring aromatic amino acids. Using a model of electron pairs in oscillatory resonant quantum states, the most stable geometry of the dimer involves positioning the benzene ring on one side of the base via parallel displacement. This occurs when the