DNA and RNA, Electronic and electric properties

DNA and RNA offer fascinating possibilities for the self-organisation of complex patterns, which can be used in various combinations.
Since this self-organisation occurs at the nanometer scale, it can possibly offer ways for the creation of nanooptical or nanoelectronic devices.
Therefore, the quest for conductivity of DNA or RNA has inspired a vast amount of experiments which have led to a large number of diverse results.
In the recent past, a coherent picture has emerged which describes charge transport along DNA or RNA in various environments.
Based on this, electronic applications of these biomolecules have been developed.