Gating electrical transport through DNA molecules that bridge between silicon nanogaps

Abstract

DNA electronic devices were prepared on silicon-based three-terminal electrodes. Both ends of DNA molecules (400 bp long, mixed sequences) were bridged via chemical bonds between the source–drain nanogap (120 nm) electrodes. S-Shaped I–V curves were obtained and the electric current can be modulated by the gate voltage. The DNA molecules act as semiconducting p-type nanowires in the three-terminal device.