Disease-Sensing Nanomaterials (IMAGE)

Advanced Science Research Center, GC/CUNY

Disease-Sensing Nanomaterials

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Peptides spontaneously form spherical or worm-like nanostructures that can be morphed or broken down by enzymes overexpressed in cancer cells. By controlling the shape and charge of the nanostructures, scientists can predict the rate of enzyme interaction which can be used for controlled release of drugs.

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Jiye Son, originally appeared in <em>ACS Nano</em> online.

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