Aptamers are short ribo-/deoxyribo-oligonucleotides selected by in-vitro evolution methods based on affinity for a specific target. Aptamers are molecular recognition tools with versatile therapeutic, diagnostic, and research applications. We demonstrate methods for selection of aptamers for amyloid β-protein, the causative agent of Alzheimer's disease.
Rahimi, F., Bitan, G. Selection of Aptamers for Amyloid β-Protein, the Causative Agent of Alzheimer's Disease. J. Vis. Exp. (39), e1955, doi:10.3791/1955 (2010).