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Multi-functionalization of graphene for molecular targeted cancer therapy

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Three functional molecules (near-infrared fluorescent probe, tumor targeting molecule, and an anticancer drug) are successfully decollated onto the surface of a graphene molecule. This multi-functional graphene allows effective cancer cell elimina...

Apr 23, 2020

Multi-functionalization of graphene for molecular targeted cancer therapy

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Scientists have developed a type of nanomedicine based on multi-functional graphene that allows for targeted cancer treatment at molecular level.

Apr 23, 2020

A New Biosensor for the COVID-19 Virus Based on Gold Nanoislands

AZoNano   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Jing Wang and his team at Empa and ETH Zurich usually work on measuring, analyzing and reducing airborne pollutants such as aerosols and artificially produced nanoparticles. However, the challenge the...

Apr 23, 2020

Spider Comb-Inspired Antiadhesive Tools to Control Sticky Nanomaterials

AZoNano   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Cribellate spiders spin thousands of tiny nanofibers into sticky threads. To keep from getting caught in their own webs, these spiders use a nonstick comb on their back legs. Now, researchers...

Apr 23, 2020

Wiring the quantum computer of the future: A novel simple build with existing technology

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Efficient quantum computing is expected to enable advancements that are impossible with classical computers. Scientists from Japan and Sydney have collaborated and proposed a novel two-dimensional design that can be constructed using existing inte...

Apr 23, 2020

Wiring the quantum computer of the future: a novel simple build with existing technology

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

The basic units of a quantum computer can be rearranged in 2D to solve typical design and operation challenges.

Apr 23, 2020

Spider combs tame unruly nanofibers

Technology Org   -   Scientific News Websites

Cribellate spiders spin thousands of tiny nanofibers into sticky threads. To keep from getting caught in their own

Apr 23, 2020

New dual-action coating keeps bacteria from cross-contaminating fresh produce

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Over the course of their journey from the open fields to the produce displays at grocery stores, fresh vegetables and fruits can sometimes become contaminated by microorganisms. These items can then spoil other produce, spreading the contamination...

Apr 23, 2020

UTEP researchers develop nanohybrid vehicle to optimally deliver drugs into the human body

EurekAlert   -   Scientific News Websites

The researchers discovered that encapsulating ellagic acid in chitosan, a sugar, reduces its inherent cytotoxicity while enhancing its antioxidant properties. The chitosan shell, which makes up the hard outer skeleton of shellfish, also permits EA...

Apr 23, 2020

Multi-functionalization of graphene for molecular targeted cancer therapy

EurekAlert   -   Scientific News Websites

Three functional molecules (near-infrared fluorescent probe, tumor targeting molecule, and anticancer drug) are successfully decollated onto the surface of graphene molecule. The multi-functional graphene allows effective cancer cell elimination.

Apr 23, 2020

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