Extra-short nanowires best for brain
Thursday, January 15, 2015 - 10:30
in Biology & Nature
If in the future electrodes are inserted into the human brain -- either for research purposes or to treat diseases -- it may be appropriate to give them a 'coat' of nanowires that could make them less irritating for the brain tissue. However, the nanowires must not exceed a certain length, according to new research.