Heat and manipulate, one cell at a time
| Date | 10th, Aug 2022 |
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| Source | Nanowerk - Nanotechnology Websites |
DESCRIPTION
Researchers report the development of a nanoparticle that acts as a heater and a thermometer. Inserting the nanoparticle in living cells results in a heat spot that, by switching it on and off, enables the controlled modulation of local cellular activities.