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Gold nanoparticles and light could melt venous malformations away

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Venous malformations—tissues made up largely of abnormally shaped veins—are often difficult to treat, especially when located in sensitive areas like the eyes, face, and genitourinary organs. In the worst cases, the lesions are disfiguring and can...

Nov 20, 2023

Nano-sized probes reveal how cellular structure responds to pressure

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

A new technique allows researchers to map how the cellular 'skeleton' adapts to external stress.

Nov 20, 2023

Tea Extracts Amplify Silver Nanoparticles' Antimicrobial Power

AZoNano   -   Nanotechnology Websites

There is a pressing need for new methods to tackle antimicrobial-resistant bacteria. Scientists at the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences (IPC PAS) recently showcased the potential of green tea-silver nanoparticles i...

Nov 20, 2023

New Grant Supports Study of Nanoparticle-Based Cancer Therapies

AZoNano   -   Nanotechnology Websites

In the hopes of mitigating chemotherapy's side effects, scientists have explored delivery systems that target tumors more effectively.

Nov 20, 2023

State-of-the-art nanomaterial enables ecofriendly removal of fine dust precursors

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Novel nanomaterial that efficiently absorbs and mineralizes harmful NOx and SOx gases at room temperature, offering an eco-friendly air purification solution.

Nov 20, 2023

Tiny traps can provide new knowledge about difficult-to-treat diseases

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers have developed a novel method for studying protein clumps associated with diseases like ALS, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's. This technique involves capturing proteins in nano-sized traps, allowing for unprecedented examination...

Nov 20, 2023

3D Live-Cell Nanoscopy Enables Enhanced Imaging of Biological Structure, Revolutionizes Super-Resolution Microscopy

Science Times   -   Scientific News Websites

Scientists developed a new technique for improved fidelity and resolution for live-cell imaging. Learn more about it in this article.

Nov 20, 2023

Triangular Triumph: Unraveling the Mystery of Quantum Spin Liquids After 50 Years

SciTechDaily   -   Scientific News Websites

A collaborative research team has confirmed quantum spin liquid behavior in the material KYbSe2, validating a decades-old hypothesis. This breakthrough, significant for quantum computing and superconductor development, was achieved using advanced ...

Nov 19, 2023

Researchers Advance Topological Superconductors for Quantum Computing

Technology Org   -   Scientific News Websites

Quantum computers process information using quantum bits, or qubits, based on fragile, short-lived quantum mechanical states. To make qubits robust and tailor them for applications, researchers from the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National La...

Nov 19, 2023

Study links nanoplastics to Parkinson's disease and dementia

News Medical   -   Scientific News Websites

Nanoplastics interact with a particular protein that is naturally found in the brain, creating changes linked to Parkinson's disease and some types of dementia.

Nov 17, 2023

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