Tracking targeted drug delivery is often a challenge due to limitations in the current imaging techniques. A recent study by Tokyo’s Waseda University reports a breakthrough imaging technique that allows direct and highly sensitive tracking of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) inside the body. This novel technique, which uses neutron activation of gold, could revolutionize cancer drug delivery by enabling real-time visualization of the gold nanoparticles without external tracers.

Researchers from Hong Kong and the UK have developed a novel method for creating quantum holograms using metasurfaces, as detailed in a recent study published in Advanced Photonics. By combining metasurfaces with nonlinear crystals, they achieved entanglement of polarization and holographic information. This innovative approach allows for the generation of quantum holograms, where specific holographic letters can be selectively erased by adjusting the polarization of entangled photons. The study demonstrates the potential of metasurfaces to enhance quantum communication and anti-counterfeiting technologies, offering a compact and flexible alternative to conventional materials. This breakthrough not only advances our understanding of quantum mechanics but also paves the way for practical applications in quantum information processing.

A new study published in Engineering reviews the latest research in tissue engineering for spinal cord injury (SCI) repair. It explores the roles of biomaterials, cells, dECM, exosomes, and other factors. Although more research is needed, these findings offer new directions for SCI treatment.

A new review in Engineering explores the intricate links among food systems, climate change, and air pollution. It reveals how these elements impact one another and details strategies to mitigate their effects and build a more sustainable future for food security and the environment.