A new light therapy using tin particles could revolutionize cancer treatment by selectively heating cancer cells and minimizing damage to healthy tissues.
New cancer treatment technique
A transatlantic collaboration between researchers has developed an innovative technique using tin particles to selectively target and heat cancer cells while preserving healthy tissues. This advancement could transform cancer treatment by significantly reducing side effects.How the technique works
The method involves a light therapy that relies on precision rather than brute force. This technique heats sick cells using tin nanoflakes activated by a near-infrared LED. Thus, only cancer cells are affected, according to the report.Research institutions involved
The research was conducted by a joint team from the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Porto. Their work was published in the journal ACS Nano.
