The use of graphene-based materials in pharmaceutical nanotechnology has recently received more attention due to their unique chemical structure and physicochemical properties - including an ultra-high surface area, optical, thermal and electrical ...
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The use of graphene-based materials in pharmaceutical nanotechnology has recently received more attention due to their unique chemical structure and physicochemical properties - including an ultra-high surface area, optical, thermal and electrical conductivities, and a good biocompatibility. They can also load large amounts of drug molecules on both sides of the single atom layer sheet. The next generation of cancer nanotheranostics employing graphene-based nanomaterials could address the many challenges associated with traditional chemotherapeutic agents, such as the issues surrounding poor solubility, harmful side effects, non-specific drug distribution, and multi-drug resistance. • Email to a friend • New method generates precisely controlled graphene microbubbles with perfectly spherical curvature for lenses. • Email to a friend • Scientists have applied the lessons of the water strider and the soapy toothpick to develop an understanding of chemical manipulation of surface tension. Their vehicle? Tiny surfing robots. • Email to a friend • Scientists present new mathematical tools to better understand simulations of hyperbolic spaces. Their new toolbox includes what they call a 'dictionary between discrete and continuous geometry' to help researchers translate experimental results into a more useful form. With these tools, researchers can better explore the topsy-turvy world of hyperbolic space. • Email to a friend • Development of a highly efficient and durable electrocatalyst for water electrolysis that will lead to cost-efficient hydrogen production. • Email to a friend • A collaborative research project aims to develop a printable ultrathin layer of carbon to shield sensitive electronics from electromagnetic radiation. • Email to a friend • |
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