ஐ.எஸ்.எஸ்.என்: 2167-0501
Chi Lu and Ping Yu
History and current developments of nanopores for DNA sequencing are reviewed. Discussions are primarily carried out on the two major categories of the devices, biological and solid-state nanopores. Hybrid nanopores are also mentioned. Difficulties defying practical applications are demonstrated as well as some possible improvements. A brief prospect is given in addition.