Neural Nanoblocker (IMAGE)

Brown University

Neural Nanoblocker

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Metal catalysts -- nickel and particularly yttrium -- used to create carbon nanotubes can block a key signaling pathway in neurons. Experiments show the metal particles tend to plug cellular pores normally reserved for calcium ions.

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Lorin Jakubek / Brown University

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