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Cancer Cells Move Like Predators On The Prowl, Researchers Say
When cancer cells become invasive, they follow a movement pattern similar to hunting animals, according to research by an international team of scientists.
Precision Drug Release With Pumpkin-Shaped Molecules
Scientists have developed light-responsive molecules for the controlled release of chemotherapy drugs to cancer cells.
These Self-Organizing Microspheres Swarm Like Honeybees
Soft-matter particles, named Janus colloids after the two-faced Roman god, can be manipulated with electricity to form swarms, chains and clusters, a study shows.
Graphene Patch Monitors Sugar Levels In Sweat
This non-invasive device not only takes continuous glucose measurements but can also automatically deliver drugs if the glucose levels are too high.
Probiotics Reduce Food Allergy Symptoms In Mice
A protein found in a common probiotic has been found to reduce the effects of egg allergy in mice, opening up possibilities for therapeutic applications.
Leaf-Inspired Power Packs A Punch
In the future, consumer devices could be powered by solid state micro-supercapacitors instead of lithium batteries.
Manipulating Proteins With Light
Scientists from Korea's IBS have developed a method of controlling protein functions without drugs that could have widespread applications in cancer and signal transduction research.
Futuristic Wearable Medical Device Has Nanosensors For Drug Release
Scientists are closer to realizing the goal of wearable medical devices with the demonstration of a multifunctional nanomaterial-based system.
