Researchers have created an RNA nanoparticle therapy that disables the pathways through which multiple myeloma cells travel, stopping their spread. The therapy targets the microenvironment of the cancer and prevents the production of a protein that attracts cancer cells to blood vessels.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 13, 2023
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have developed a new method called single-particle profiling (SPP) to study bioparticles in health and disease. The SPP enables the measurement of thousands of particles between 5 and 200 nanometres in size, with potential applications in vaccine development and creating more effective nanocarriers.
SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateJun 12, 2023
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Researchers have developed a therapy using nanocarriers engineered from adult skin cells that curb inflammation and tissue injury in damaged mouse lungs. The treatment has shown promise for treating acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), a condition that leads to respiratory failure and puts patients on ventilators.
SourceOhio State University·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 6, 2023
Researchers have developed a fully photostable and photoswitchable nanoparticle that can be controlled indefinitely using near-infrared light. This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize fields such as optical memory, super-resolution microscopy, and bioimaging.
SourceColumbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 31, 2023
Researchers at Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology have made a breakthrough in creating ultra-photostable avalanching nanoparticles that can perform unlimited photoswitching. This achievement has significant implications for fields like optical probes, 3D optical memory, and super-resolution microscopy.
SourceUlsan National Institute of Science and Technology(UNIST)·JournalNature·DateMay 31, 2023
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Ben-Gurion University researchers have discovered a new principle in optics using the Pacific Cleaner Shrimp, leading to the creation of an ultra-thin and highly efficient whitening material. The study found that the shrimp's unique arrangement of molecules creates birefringent nanospheres with brilliant whiteness.
SourceBen-Gurion University of the Negev·JournalNature Photonics·TypeObservational study·DateMay 30, 2023
Researchers have identified a new mechanism of communication between fat cells, opening up avenues for novel obesity treatments. The discovery centers on tunnelling nanotubes, which allow distant cells to communicate directly and transfer cargos.
SourceEuropean Association for the Study of Obesity·DateMay 17, 2023
A new edible CBD coating has been developed to increase the shelf life of strawberries by reducing microbial growth. The coating, made with encapsulated CBD nanoparticles, was found to preserve berries for up to 15 days while maintaining their color and antioxidant activity.
SourceAmerican Chemical Society·JournalACS Applied Materials & Interfaces·DateMay 17, 2023
Research finds that E171 nanoparticles are rapidly absorbed through the buccal cavity, causing oxidative stress and damaging DNA in human oral epithelial cells, potentially affecting cell regeneration
SourceINRAE - National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment·JournalNanotoxicology·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 17, 2023
Researchers discovered that air pollution particles trigger autophagy, a cellular defense process, which has an upper threshold and may reduce its effectiveness against other threats. This finding provides new insights into the link between air pollution and lung disease.
SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournalAutophagy Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 16, 2023
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A novel protein nanoparticle vaccine candidate using adjuvants has been developed to boost effectiveness against viral infections. The study found that the vaccine provided complete protection against influenza viral challenges.
SourceGeorgia State University·JournalSmall·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 10, 2023
Researchers at Northwestern University developed a metal-filtering sponge that can capture and recover critical metals and heavy-metal pollutants from contaminated water. The new sponge successfully removed lead to below detectable levels with one use and recovered over 90% of the ions during subsequent cycles.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalACS ES&T Water·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 10, 2023
A team of researchers from the University of Oklahoma and Yale University has developed a super-resolution imaging platform technology to visualize nanoparticles within cells. The technique, called expansion microscopy, enables 3-D imaging with resolutions as low as 10 nanometers, allowing for safer and more efficient nanomedicines.
SourceUniversity of Oklahoma·JournalACS Nano·DateMay 9, 2023
A new study reveals a shared molecular response to nanoparticles, linking immune activation and particulate matter exposure. The findings propose a solution to the 'one-chemical-one-signature' problem in chemical safety assessment.
SourceTampere University·JournalNature Nanotechnology·TypeMeta-analysis·DateMay 9, 2023
Scientists have developed a new method to deliver genetic information to stem cells using nanoparticles coated with a specific polymer, enabling more efficient control over cellular differentiation. This innovation has the potential to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of regenerative medicine treatments.
SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalNano Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 8, 2023
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Researchers from TIFR Hyderabad create molecular strainers that can filter particles as small as hydrogen molecules, offering a new basis for designing more efficient filtration processes. The study's findings provide insights into the movement of molecules through sieves and open up avenues for further exploration in industries.
SourceTata Institute of Fundamental Research·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 8, 2023
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have developed a new diagnostic technique called Nano-QuIC, which significantly improves protein-misfolding detection methods. The method reduces detection times from 14 hours to just four hours and increases sensitivity by a factor of ten.
SourceUniversity of Minnesota·JournalNano Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 8, 2023
Researchers have developed a new approach to constructing thermoelectric modules using silver nanoparticles, enabling efficient energy conversion and operation across various temperatures. The discovery is expected to accelerate the development of advanced modules for power generation and other applications.
SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalNature Energy·DateMay 1, 2023
Researchers demonstrate probabilistic computing's capabilities by simulating networks of stochastic nanodevices to solve specific NP problems. The simulations agree with theoretical solutions, indicating the potential for scaling up this approach.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Photonics for Energy·DateApr 28, 2023
A new type of floatable photocatalytic platform composed of hydrogel nanocomposites efficiently proceeds hydrogen evolution reaction. The platform exhibits clear advantages over conventional systems, including efficient solar energy conversion and easy gas diffusion.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature Nanotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 27, 2023
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Scientists have identified a novel mechanism of gel formation in synthetic polymers, which leads to the creation of worm-like structures. This breakthrough has significant implications for biofabrication and could lead to the development of new medical implants, contact lenses, and other applications.
SourceUniversity of Würzburg·JournalACS Nano·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 27, 2023
Physicists at ANU developed nanoparticles to increase the frequency of light that can be seen by cameras, enabling analysis of tiny objects down to one billionth of a meter. This technology could help create microscopes with higher resolution and mitigate issues associated with conventional optical and electron microscopy.
SourceAustralian National University·JournalScience Advances·DateApr 26, 2023
A two-component system designed by MIT engineers has shown promising results in stopping internal bleeding in mouse models. The system, which mimics the body's natural clotting process, uses a nanoparticle and polymer to recruit platelets and form blood clots at injury sites.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalAdvanced Healthcare Materials·DateApr 25, 2023
Researchers in China developed a method to increase the efficacy of membrane separation technology using nanofibrous membranes with silver nanoparticles. The technology is up to 99% effective at separating oil from water, promoting a stable hydration layer that impedes oil droplets and enhances antibacterial properties.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalBiointerphases·DateApr 25, 2023
Researchers at EPFL have developed a novel imaging technique using cryogenic transmission electron tomography and deep learning to visualize the nanostructure of platinum catalyst layers in fuel cells. This breakthrough reveals the heterogenous thickness of ionomer, a crucial component that influences catalyst performance.
SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Catalysis·TypeImaging analysis·DateApr 24, 2023
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Researchers have developed a novel insulin formulation that can be switched on by glucose, offering improved regulation of blood sugar levels in patients with type 1 diabetes. The new formulation uses biocompatible lipid nanoparticles and achieves precise control of insulin release in response to fluctuations in blood sugar.
SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 18, 2023
Researchers at Tokyo University of Science have developed a novel platinum nanocluster catalyst that exhibits 2.1 times higher oxygen reduction reaction activity than commercial catalysts. The study reveals that the high activity is due to the electronic structure of surface Pt atoms, which is suitable for ORR progress.
SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalNanoscale·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 17, 2023
Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology developed a simple sol-gel method to synthesize highly pure bifunctional solid acid-base catalysts with desirable properties. The new method produces SrTiO3 nanoparticles with high surface area, showing 10 times higher catalytic activity than commercially available titanates.
SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalACS Applied Materials & Interfaces·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 17, 2023
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Researchers developed a chelator-free-radiolabeled polymersome capable of long-term multiday PET imaging in vivo. The nanovesicle meets key requirements for targeted cancer therapy, including precision targeting, stable radiotracer binding, and biocompatibility.
SourceUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham·JournalBiomacromolecules·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 10, 2023
A new type of meta-optics, developed at Harvard, has been successfully tested at Graz University of Technology, allowing the observation of ultra-fast physical processes. The lens uses extreme ultraviolet radiation to track charge carriers in space and time, enabling optimization of modern transistors and optoelectronic circuits.
SourceGraz University of Technology·JournalScience·DateApr 6, 2023
A novel Cu-based catalyst with improved catalytic performance for CO2 reduction has been developed by leveraging strong metal-support interactions and defect sites cooperativity. The DFNS/TiO2-Cu catalyst showed excellent activity and stability, outperforming other copper-based thermal catalysts.
SourceTata Institute of Fundamental Research·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·DateApr 6, 2023
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Researchers have developed a new type of nanoparticle that can efficiently deliver CRISPR/Cas9 components to the lungs, allowing for targeted gene editing. In mice studies, the particles delivered mRNA to up to 60% of lung epithelial cells, offering a promising approach to treating genetic diseases such as cystic fibrosis.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateMar 30, 2023
For the first time, scientists have observed nanoparticles forming crystals with unprecedented clarity. The study used optimized liquid-phase transmission electron microscopy to capture the self-assembly process of thousands of nanoparticles. This breakthrough could lead to designing new materials for electronic applications.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalNature Nanotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 30, 2023
A team of researchers has observed nanoparticles self-assembling and crystalizing into solid materials in real time, revealing the growth process at nanometer resolution. The findings have implications for designing new materials, including thin films for electronic applications.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNature Nanotechnology·TypeObservational study·DateMar 30, 2023
Researchers have developed a novel technology for nanoencapsulation of bioactive compounds, specifically anthocyanin, using pectin and lysozyme. The methodology ensures slow release of the compound, allowing it to survive gut bacteria and digestive enzymes.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalInternational Journal of Biological Macromolecules·DateMar 28, 2023
Researchers have developed a practical method to generate green hydrogen using natural enzymes, which contain only earth-abundant elements. The new approach enables the efficient production of green hydrogen from sunlight, making it a promising solution for decarbonizing transportation and industries.
SourceSwansea University·JournalAngewandte Chemie·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 28, 2023
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The study investigates the atomic flow behavior during joint formation, exploring processing time, temperature, and stress distribution on nanojoints. The results reveal that local stress and capillary interactions significantly impact joint quality, leading to advances in industrial applications of Ag nanowire interconnect networks.
SourceInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·JournalInternational Journal of Extreme Manufacturing·DateMar 27, 2023
Corneal graft rejection can be as high as 10% due to poor patient compliance with medications, which require frequent eyedrop administrations. Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University developed nanoparticles to encapsulate eye medication, decreasing graft rejection while requiring fewer and smaller doses. The approach reversed s...
SourceVirginia Commonwealth University·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 23, 2023
Georgia Institute of Technology researchers have developed a new treatment for lymphedema using nanoparticles that can repair lymphatic vessel pumping. The approach delivers a drug to help lymphatic vessels pump, targeting the problem rather than regrowing new vessels.
SourceGeorgia Institute of Technology·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 20, 2023
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A team of researchers developed a novel cancer therapeutic combining antibody fragments with molecularly engineered nanoparticles, permanently eradicating gastric cancer in treated mice. The 'hit and run' drug delivery system targets HER2 proteins associated with gastric cancer.
SourceCornell University·JournalAdvanced Therapeutics·DateMar 16, 2023
A team of researchers has discovered a simple way to deliver cancer therapeutics to tumor cells by fluidizing the cell membrane using lipid nanoparticles containing EDTA. The mechanism is independent of metal chelation properties and involves changing the characteristics of the cell membrane to promote nanoparticle uptake.
SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 16, 2023
A team of researchers at KAUST has developed a biological method to produce size-controlled palladium nanoclusters anchored on the surface of Geobacter sulfurreducens, outperforming benchmark catalysts in water-splitting reactions. This eco-friendly approach could provide a sustainable solution for high-performance catalysis.
SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering·DateMar 16, 2023
Researchers from Swansea University and Université Grenoble Alpes demonstrate the effectiveness of selenium nanoparticles in killing ovarian cancer cell models. The study reveals a novel biological mechanism underlying the anti-cancer effect, involving histone methylatransferases and epigenetic processes.
SourceSwansea University·JournalRedox Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 10, 2023
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Researchers from ETH Zurich have achieved groundbreaking cooling of a glass nanoparticle along two directions of motion, overcoming the 'Dark Mode Effect'. This breakthrough enables the creation of fragile quantum states and paves the way for ultrasensitive gyroscopes and sensors.
SourceUniversity of Innsbruck·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 6, 2023
A new approach using nanoparticles has been shown to transport drugs across the blood-brain barrier in mice with medulloblastoma. The nanoparticles target a protein called P-selectin, which binds naturally to cancer cells, and trigger transcytosis to deliver drugs to brain tissue.
SourceMemorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center·JournalNature Materials·DateMar 2, 2023
Gene therapy using CRISPR-Cas9 lipid nanoparticles has been shown to be highly effective in reducing target protein expression in mice. The new delivery system increases the efficiency of in vivo gene therapy, paving the way for safe and effective treatment.
SourceHokkaido University·JournalJournal of Controlled Release·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 1, 2023
Scientists at Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona have created spherical nanoparticles inspired by amyloid proteins that bind to the SARS-CoV2 spike protein with high affinity, preventing cell infection. The biocompatible and stable nanostructures also show great potency in blocking viral particles.
SourceUniversitat Autonoma de Barcelona·JournalACS Applied Materials & Interfaces·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 28, 2023
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Researchers have designed a solar harvester with enhanced energy conversion capabilities using self-assembling nanoparticles. The device achieves high absorbance and suppressed thermal emissivity, enabling the transformation of sunlight into thermal energy.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalAPL Photonics·DateFeb 21, 2023
Carolina researchers have engineered silicon nanowires that can convert sunlight into electricity, splitting water into oxygen and hydrogen gas. This innovative design enables the production of a greener alternative to fossil fuels, making it more competitive with traditional energy sources.
SourceUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill·JournalNature·DateFeb 17, 2023
A novel method has been developed to produce platinum-based alloy nanoparticles for efficient hydrogen fuel cells. The nanocatalysts exhibit enhanced power performance and stability, with high specific rated power of 5.9 kW/g Pt, surpassing 2025 targets set by the U.S. Department of Energy.
SourceInstitute for Basic Science·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 16, 2023
Researchers at Berkeley Lab have developed a new technique that captures real-time movies of copper nanoparticles as they convert carbon dioxide into renewable fuels and chemicals. The study reveals that metallic copper nanograins serve as active sites for CO2 reduction, paving the way for advanced solar fuel technology.
SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalNature·TypeImaging analysis·DateFeb 16, 2023
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Researchers at Cornell University have discovered that metal oxide nanoparticles commonly used as food coloring and anti-caking agents can damage parts of the human intestine. The study, led by Elad Tako, found negative effects on key digestive proteins in chickens injected with the nanoparticles.
SourceCornell University·JournalAntioxidants·DateFeb 15, 2023
Researchers at the University of Sheffield have discovered that epoxy-functionalized nanoparticles can significantly reduce friction on stainless steel surfaces. The nanoparticles adhere strongly to metal surfaces due to chemical adsorption, leading to a notable reduction in friction. This finding has potential implications for next-ge...
SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 1, 2023
Researchers at the University of Florida have found that silver nanoparticles and aminoglycosides work together synergistically to combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The combination reduces the amount of antibiotic needed by 22-fold, making it more potent and potentially reducing side effects.
SourceUniversity of Florida·JournalFrontiers in Microbiology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 31, 2023
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Researchers discovered the most efficient way to produce ammonia through electrochemical synthesis, increasing its sustainability. The D5 step site on ruthenium nanoparticles was found to be the most active site for the nitrogen reduction reaction.
SourceUniversity of Central Florida·JournalACS Energy Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 31, 2023
Scientists at MIT have designed a novel nanoparticle platform that can deliver optimal ratios of multiple cancer drugs, leading to enhanced efficacy and reduced side effects. The bottlebrush-shaped particles can be loaded with varying concentrations of drugs, enabling the precise delivery of synergistic combinations.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateJan 26, 2023
Scientists at Rice University, Stanford University, and UT Austin have developed a mechanism to generate solvated electrons through plasmon resonance, making it easier to turn light into these clean, zero-byproduct chemicals. This breakthrough could lead to new ways of driving chemical reactions and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
SourceRice University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 18, 2023
Researchers developed a novel acid-resistant nanofiltration membrane for efficient treatment of acidic wastewater. The membrane shows high permeation for H+ while maintaining high retention for organics, making it beneficial for 'zero discharge' in strongly acidic organic wastewater reclamation.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalAIChE Journal·DateJan 17, 2023
Researchers at Hokkaido University have discovered a new pathway to forming presolar grains, which could help scientists better understand the interstellar environment and develop more efficient nanoparticles. The study suggests that these grains formed through a non-classical nucleation pathway, involving three distinct steps.
SourceHokkaido University·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 13, 2023
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A genetically engineered bacterium has enabled the biosynthesis of melanin nanoparticles with excellent biocompatibility, stability, and photothermal conversion efficiency. The resulting nanoparticles showed strong absorption in the near-infrared region and high antitumor efficacy for photoacoustic imaging-guided photothermal therapy.
SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalSmall·DateJan 12, 2023