Researchers construct RNA nanoparticles to safely deliver long-lasting therapy to cells
Thursday, April 21, 2011 - 23:30
in Physics & Chemistry
Nanotechnology researchers have known for years that RNA, the cousin of DNA, is a promising tool for nanotherapy, in which therapeutic agents can be delivered inside the body via nanoparticles. But the difficulties of producing long-lasting, therapeutic RNA that remains stable and non-toxic while entering targeted cells have posed challenges for their progress.