A new constellation of satellites promises to be a “game changer” in monitoring anthropogenic emissions on a global scale. Image credit: Space X Unsplash As leaders, scientists, and activists gather in Glasgow…
New breast cancer vaccine enters phase I clinical trial
A new vaccine aims to prevent one of the most aggressive forms of breast cancer. A first-of-its-kind breast cancer vaccine has just entered clinical trials. The phase I study will aim to…
Brain implant helps a blind woman see simple shapes for the first time
A microelectrode array no bigger than a penny gives hope to restoring sight in blind people. Image credit: John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah 58-year-old Berna Gómez has…
A DNA robot that walks on the surface of cells
DNA robots built to transverse fluidic cell membranes and control cell function for future regenerative and cell-based therapies. Cervical cancer cells. Image credit: National Cancer Institute The field of molecular robotics has…
Breath-based biosensor monitors antibiotic concentrations in the body
To help combat antibiotic resistance, scientists have developed a biosensor for more efficient and controlled administration of antibiotics. Image credit: Patrick Seeger/University of Freiburg Antibiotic-resistant bacteria are on the rise with new…
Holograms that can interact with the real world
Researchers create a holographic system which users can freely and physically touch without the need for any intermediary devices. Image credit: Ravinder Dahiya et al. Life-like holograms were once a dream in…
Accessing forbidden colors using “twisted” nanoparticles
Scientists have found a way to reveal forbidden colors of light through a new physical effect. Image credit: Ventsislav Valev and Lukas Ohnoutek What makes a musical instrument’s sound unique? Why does…
Perpetual loneliness linked to a lack of trust
Loneliness has been linked to detrimental and sometimes deadly health effects, and so researchers are seeking a biological answer to help prevent and treat it. Image adapted from PoseMuse on Pixabay The…
A nanoparticle vaccine could provide hope for hard-to-treat prostate cancer
Spherical nucleic acids show promise as a targeted and effective immunotherapy for patients with metastatic prostate cancer. Over the last couple of decades, scientists have been working toward making vaccines that treat…
Cowpea virus can keep metastatic lung cancers at bay
Plant virus nanoparticles home in on the lungs to help prevent the spread of cancer. Image credit: Rodion Kutsaev on Unsplash Treating metastatic cancer — cancer that spreads from its original site…