The response sensitivity of a molecular sensor is determined by the folding cooperativity of its responsive module. Using an H-responsive dimeric DNA i-motif as a model, we demonstrate the enhancement of its folding cooperativity through preorganization by a DNA framework, and with it we fabricate robust intracellular pH sensors with high response sensitivity.
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