Articles tagged with Nanorobots
The Texas A¼M University research team is developing a new approach to lithium recovery using tiny, fish-like swimming nanorobots that capture lithium ions from seawater. The project aims to create a more efficient and sustainable pathway to access a critical mineral needed for batteries, electric vehicles and energy storage technologies.
The team created a method to form dome-shaped bumps on nanofilms in water using a computer-guided electron beam, which can be flattened, reshaped, or repositioned as needed. The technology has potential applications in cell movement and nanorobot power systems.
Engineers at MIT and their collaborators create a new type of soft magnetic hydrogel that can be made into complex, magnetically activated three-dimensional structures. The new gel enables the creation of microscopic, magnetically responsive robots and materials with micron-scale precision.
Researchers create living biohybrid miniature robots that solve traditional engineering trade-offs between structural rigidity and environmental adaptability. These biological engines utilize embodied intelligence to navigate complex terrains and achieve performance metrics rivaling state-of-the-art synthetics.
Researchers have developed light-driven nanorobots that can track down and collect bacteria, perform rapid 90° turns and selectively capture bacteria. The nanorobots enable controlled interaction with the microscopic world, opening possibilities for microbiology, biomedical research and targeted manipulation at the microscale.
Researchers developed magnetically controlled microrobots made from diatoms to target glioblastoma lesions with photodynamic therapy. The microrobots achieved a significant cytotoxic effect on primary glioblastoma cells and demonstrated good biocompatibility.
A new fabrication method, optofluidic assembly, has been developed to create tiny 3D objects from a variety of materials, including metals, semiconductors and polymers. The technique uses light-driven flow to guide the assembly of micro- or nanoparticles within a confined space.
A team of researchers developed a multi-material, multi-module microrobot that can grab, carry and release microscopic objects. The microrobot features two parts: one reacts to pH changes to grip an object, while the other responds to magnetic fields for movement.
Researchers at Penn and UMich created microscopic swimming machines that can independently sense and respond to their surroundings, operate for months, and cost just a penny each. The robots are powered by light and can be programmed to move in complex patterns, sense local temperatures, and adjust their paths accordingly.
The 2025 Tata Transformation Prize recognizes Padubidri V. Shivaprasad's epigenetic engineering for climate-resilient rice, Balasubramanian Gopal's sustainable bio-manufacturing platform using E. coli bacteria, and Ambarish Ghosh's cancer-targeting magnetic nanorobots.
Researchers find that malaria parasites use a chemical reaction powered by hydrogen peroxide decomposition to make their iron crystals spin. This motion may be crucial for the parasite's survival, helping it to eliminate excess toxic chemicals and efficiently store essential heme.
A team of researchers has developed a tiny, spider-inspired robot that can navigate the digestive system with ease, delivering therapy precisely where it's needed. The soft robot overcomes challenges faced by traditional endoscopes, showcasing its adaptability in traversing complex environments.
Researchers Theresa Rienmüller and Robert Winkler from Graz University of Technology have been awarded prestigious funding prizes for their innovative projects. Rienmüller is investigating electrical stimulation as a therapy for traumatic brain injury, while Winkler is developing micro-robots that could treat diseases in the human body...
Researchers developed an alginate-based microrobot that can be tracked using Magnetic Particle Imaging (MPI) and performs real-time localization, selective thermal therapy, and cell delivery. The robot is powered by a single magnetic actuation system independent of conventional medical imaging devices.
Researchers developed a new viscoelastic model of enzymes, elucidating the intertwined effects of elastic forces and friction forces on enzyme function. This breakthrough allows proteins to be perceived as soft robots or programmable active matter, revolutionizing our understanding of enzymatic catalysis.
Scientists have uncovered the molecular structure of Mycoplasma mobile's twin motors that power its gliding ability, using cryo-electron microscopy. The complex structure reveals a new mechanism by which energy from ATP hydrolysis is converted into motility.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have created a DNA-made nanorobot called NanoGripper that can pick up COVID-19 viruses for rapid detection and block viral particles from entering cells. The device also has potential applications in cancer treatment and preventive medicine.
Scientists at the University of Sydney create programmable nanostructures using DNA origami, enabling rapid prototyping of diverse configurations. These custom-designed nanostructures have potential applications in targeted drug delivery, responsive materials, and energy-efficient optical signal processing.
Researchers have identified coupling design methods, composite manufacturing techniques, and future prospects for micro/nanorobots. The review explores three core functions: mobility, controllability, and load capacity, offering insights into designing high-performance MNRs.
Scientists have created an artificial motor that converts chemical energy into rotational energy at the supramolecular level, mimicking the movement of primitive bacteria. The new development has potential applications in nanorobots for detecting tumor cells and could lead to innovative medical treatments.
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet developed nanorobots that target and kill cancer cells using a 'kill switch' activated in low pH environments. The study achieved a 70% reduction in tumour growth in mice, paving the way for further investigation into its potential as a cancer treatment.
Researchers at ETH Zurich have successfully applied the shape-memory effect to nano-sized objects, overcomes the limitation of objects needing to be larger than 50 nanometers. The material ferroic oxides showed a free-standing nanoscale structure made of ferroic oxides that are highly elastic and resilient.
Scientists construct figure-eight-shaped machines with rotary motors and polymer chains to enable measurement of mechanical work and forces. The machines twist and untwist like whirligig toys, exerting similar torque to the enzyme that produces ATP.
Researchers at IISc and Theranautilus have developed nano-sized robots that can manipulate using a magnetic field to kill bacteria in dentinal tubules, improving the success rate of root canal treatments. The nanobots were able to penetrate further than previous methods, providing a safer alternative to harsh chemicals or antibiotics.
Biohybrid micro- and nanorobots promise to deliver drugs to body tissues with high precision, enabling tasks such as cancer treatment, cell microsurgery, and tissue engineering. Researchers envision incorporating novel biological components into robots to overcome immune responses and increase efficiency in manufacturing.
Scientists have observed the collective movement of nanorobots in living mice, mirroring patterns found in nature. The nanorobots, powered by urease, induce fluid flows and display homogeneous distribution within the bladder.
A study has overcome a key hurdle to the use of nanorobots powered by lipases, enzymes that play essential roles in digestion. By modulating motor speeds, researchers have broadened the potential biomedical and environmental applications of these devices.
ITMO University researchers have developed a DNA-based nanorobot that can detect and destroy pathogenic RNA strands in cancer cells. The nanorobot, which costs $20 to produce, uses deoxyribozymes to cleave bonds in an RNA strand, effectively blocking the production of harmful proteins and killing cancer cells.
Researchers have developed DNA nanorobots that recognize and bind to HER2 on breast cancer cells, targeting them for destruction. The nanorobots, consisting of a tetrahedral framework nucleic acid with an attached aptamer, persist in the bloodstream longer than free aptamers and selectively kill only HER2-positive cell lines.
A 'Human Brain/Cloud Interface' could provide individuals with instantaneous access to all cumulative human knowledge, improving learning capacities and intelligence. The technology, predicted to be developed within decades, aims to connect neurons and synapses in the brain to vast cloud-computing networks.
Scientists have developed cobalt and cobalt-iron nanosprings for targeted drug delivery agents in anticancer therapy. These nanosprings, with unique combined magnetic properties, can be controlled using external magnetic fields, enabling efficient movement and targeting of cancer cells.
Researchers create nanobot pumps that neutralize nerve agents and administer antidotes, powered by the enzyme's chemical energy. The technology has applications in medicine, manufacturing, robotics, and fluidics, and could be used to treat diseases like diabetes and deliver targeted treatments.
Engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed cell-like nanorobots that can swim through blood to remove harmful bacteria and toxins. These nanorobots combine platelet and red blood cell membranes, allowing them to target pathogens and neutralize toxins, making them a potential tool for detoxifying biological fluids.
Researchers developed autonomous nanorobots that can selectively target and starve out cancerous tumors by blocking blood supply. The technology, using DNA origami, has shown safe and effective results in shrinking tumors and causing tissue death.
Researchers at TUM have developed a novel electric propulsion technology for nanorobots, allowing them to move at speeds 100,000 times faster than traditional biochemical processes. This breakthrough enables the creation of molecular assembly lines, paving the way for future nanotechnology applications.
Researchers have developed a new method to power nanoscale DNA robots using electric fields, enabling fast and precise movement. This breakthrough enables the creation of digital memory, cargo transfer, and 3D printing of molecules.
Researchers have demonstrated a new method to produce biotemplated nanoswimmers using bacterial flagella as templates, overcoming high startup costs of traditional approaches. The nanorobots can perform nearly as well as living bacteria and show potential for targeted cancer therapeutics and electronics applications.
Researchers have developed a light-seeking synthetic Nanorobot that can be injected into patients' bodies to help surgeons remove tumors. The Nanorobots use light as the propelling force, responding to the light shining on them like moths being drawn to flames.
Polytechnique Montréal researchers develop nanorobotic agents that guide microscopic robots through blood vessels to deliver drugs directly to cancer cells. This breakthrough offers hope for patients with brain tumors and inoperable cancers.
Researchers developed nanorobotic agents capable of navigating to administer anti-cancer drugs with precision, targeting active cancerous cells while avoiding healthy tissues. This breakthrough reduces toxic drug dosage and enhances therapeutic effectiveness, offering a promising solution for chemotherapy.
Scientists have developed nanoswimmers that can navigate body fluids to target specific areas of the body, reducing complications and improving recovery times for cancer patients. The nanoswimmers use magnetic fields to move through blood and are designed to specifically target and destroy cancer cells.
Researchers at UC San Diego invented a new method of lithography using self-propelled nanorobots to create complex surface patterns on devices. The technology provides a framework for autonomous writing of nanopatterns at a fraction of the cost and difficulty of current state-of-the-art methods.
Researchers at Harvard's Wyss Institute have successfully created DNA nanodevices that can survive the body's immune defenses long enough to perform diagnostic or therapeutic tasks. The devices use a virus-like cloaking strategy to evade the immune system and deliver drugs directly to diseased tissues.
Scientists at Aarhus University and Duke University have developed a DNA nanorobot that can encapsulate and release active biomolecules, including enzymes. The nanorobot uses temperature changes to open and close its structure, allowing for targeted drug delivery to diseased cells.
A realistic look at nanomedicine reveals both promise and perils. While dozens of nano health care products are in use, the field also poses risks of nanoparticle toxicity and unintended interactions.
Researchers developed a two-armed nanorobotic device that can capture and maneuver molecules within DNA structures, enabling the creation of new materials and potential applications in synthetic fibers, encryption, and computer assembly.
Researchers have built a proto-prototype nano assembler, a microscopic device capable of constructing nano machines. The NIST system uses micro-scale nanomanipulators to assemble complex structures on a small scale, with the potential for real-time imaging and low-cost production.
Researchers at École Polytechnique de Montréal have successfully guided a microdevice inside an artery using computer control and a clinical MRI system. The breakthrough could enable interventional medicine to target inaccessible sites using nanorobots.
Researchers developed a DNA cassette allowing insertion of a nanomechanical device into a DNA array. The device enables manipulation of the array at specific sites, with potential applications in synthetic fibers, information encryption, and DNA-based computation.
Researchers developed nanorobot fabrication to build extremely small sensors, improving detection capabilities for aircraft carriers and mini-UAVs. The new technology is also being considered for breast cancer detection, enabling non-contact examinations.