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Nuclei in human cells breached by innovative nanopillars

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In a move akin to puncturing an egg yolk without breaking the shell or egg white, researchers have figured out how to pierce the nucleus of a cell without hurting the rest of the structure. The breakthrough could be big news for medical treatments.Cont… Continue reading Nuclei in human cells breached by innovative nanopillars→

Gold nanorod films clear surfaces of ice – just add sunlight

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Preventing or clearing ice build-up on surfaces is a major winter problem, as areas of the southern US are currently experiencing. Scientists at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have now developed a new thin film coating m… Continue reading Gold nanorod films clear surfaces of ice – just add sunlight→