New technique can sense movement of single molecules over hours
Tuesday, June 22, 2010 - 17:33
in Physics & Chemistry
(PhysOrg.com) -- Scientists can detect the movements of single molecules by using fluorescent tags or by pulling them in delicate force measurements, but only for a few minutes. A new technique by Rice University researchers will allow them to track single molecules without modifying them -- and it works over longer timescales.