Nanotechnology, biomolecules and light unite to 'cook' cancer cells
Monday, June 16, 2008 - 22:42
in Physics & Chemistry
Researchers are testing a new way to kill cancer cells selectively by attaching cancer-seeking antibodies to tiny carbon tubes that heat up when exposed to near-infrared light. read more
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