Photoswitches selectively activate individual neurons
Researchers develop compounds that can control the action of drugs on neurons using infrared light
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Héctor Capella Monsonís is a PhD student contributor to Physics World. He is a PhD candidate at the National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG). Working at the REMODEL, SFI CÚRAM research centre, his research focuses on the characterization of collagen-based materials and decellularized tissue and their application as medical devices. Besides his PhD, he enjoys science divulgation, basketball and cinema.
Researchers develop compounds that can control the action of drugs on neurons using infrared light
A biologic scaffold inhibits tumour growth and boosts the effectiveness of immunotherapy in mice
Nanoplates conjugated with RVG peptides that target neuroblastoma in vivo help guide surgical excision
A control system for a prosthetic robotic arm that decodes phantom limb movements could help people with above the elbow amputations
DNA origami nanostructures are capable of healing kidneys by protecting them from oxidative stress
Aptamer-displaying peptide amphiphile micelles act as a versatile, targeted drug delivery platform
Sutures containing genetically modified microalgae have the potential to enhance wound healing
A label-free, real-time microscopy system delivers molecular resolution and shows great promise for tissue diagnostics
Cell therapy delivers microencapsulated chondrocytes to a degenerated intervertebral disc
Novel fabrication strategies overcome the drawbacks of surgical adhesives
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