The lymphatic system plays a critical role in pathological conditions such as lymphedema and chronic inflammation to tumor ...

Engineered nanoparticles built around indocyanine green, a fluorescent dye already approved for clinical use, could sharpen how surgeons see and remove tumors during operations. A study in the journal ...

Definition: Plasmonic nanoparticles, typically made of metals like gold and silver, are minuscule particles capable of manipulating and enhancing electromagnetic fields. This unique ability allows ...

(Nanowerk News) Scintillators are detectors that make high-energy X-rays or particles visible through flashes of light to form an image. Their many applications include particle physics, medical ...

A team of researchers proposed a fast and convenient method called polarized imaging dynamic light scattering (PIDLS) that quantitively evaluates nanoparticle size, morphology and distribution at the ...

Neutron activation techniques have emerged as a pivotal tool in the production of medical radioisotopes and the enhancement of imaging technologies. By exposing target materials to neutrons, it is ...

A new review article in Carbon Research catalogs the various ways scientists can chemically alter the surface of carbon ...

Stem cell therapies show promise in tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and their homing effect. They offer hope for treating numerous incurable diseases like Parkinson’s disease, liver failure ...

Ghost imaging is like a game of Battleship. Instead of seeing an object directly, scientists use entangled photons to remove the background and reveal its silhouette. This method can be used to study ...

Researchers from Nottingham Trent University have developed copper oxide nanoparticles that can be applied to medical devices to reduce the risk of infection following surgery. This research addresses ...