Stem cell enzyme may provide a kind of molecular radar for early detection of malignancies and represent a new therapeutic target for preventing cancer cell resistance
Enzyme might provide “molecular radar” for early detection of cancers
Biosensors
Clinical trial to develop breath test for multiple cancers
Examining exhaled breath for multiple cancer biomarkers could pave the way for a universal breath test
Nanotech 2019
June 17-19, 2019
Boston, MA, USA
Boston, MA, USA
Biopolymer nanoparticles shine brightly
Nanoparticles made from cellulose acetate are promising candidate for medical imaging applications
New 2D material can enhance detection of cancer biomarkers
A new surface plasmon resonance sensor based on the 2D material antimonene can sensitively detect microRNA associated with cancer
Nanotweezers probe single cells
New “nano-surgeons” could help advance our fundamental understanding of cellular processes
Optical cochlear implants restore hearing in deaf gerbils
A cochlear implant uses light to restore auditory responses in deaf gerbils
Ingestible capsule can be controlled wirelessly
Electronic pill can relay diagnostic information or release drugs in response to smartphone commands
Easy-to-image microbeads continuously monitor disease biomarkers
Microbead mobility measurement provides a step towards a wearable diagnostic device