The world is facing big problems with climate change, global warming, and not enough water. These issues make droughts worse and threaten the food we grow. Scientists are looking for new ways to help plants survive these tough conditions. One promising solution comes from Moringa, a plant known for
Ever thought of seeing in the dark? Scientists have created contact lenses that let humans and mice see near-infrared light. This light is usually invisible to us, but these lenses convert it into visible colors. The secret? Special nanoparticles embedded in the lenses. These nanoparticles absorb in
MRSA, or Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, is a tough bacteria that causes nasty wounds. These wounds are hard to treat and can be a big problem worldwide. Scientists have been looking for new ways to fight these infections and help wounds heal faster. One promising method is using nanozy
Brain organoids are tiny, simplified versions of a human brain grown in a lab. They are made from cells taken from people with a specific disease. These organoids help scientists understand how the disease affects the brain. One such disease is hereditary diffuse leukoencephalopathy with axonal sphe
Bacteria have a sneaky way of sticking together and forming tough-to-kill communities called biofilms. These biofilms are a big problem in hospitals, as they can resist standard treatments and cause serious infections. To tackle this issue, scientists have been exploring the use of tiny particles ca
In the world of tiny materials, there are some incredible things happening. One of these is the creation of special patterns called Moiré superlattices in 2D van der Waals materials. These patterns allow scientists to tweak local polarization textures and electrostatic potential landscapes. Now, thi
The world of medicine has seen some amazing changes thanks to tiny particles called nanoparticles. These super-small bits can be used to deliver drugs right where they are needed in the body. Among these, polymeric nanoparticles stand out because they can be adjusted to fit different needs. Their su
The creation of tiny metal-organic frameworks, known as nano-MOFs, usually involves extra steps or additives. However, the choice of solvent plays a huge role in this process. One solvent, tetramethylene sulfone, or TMS, stands out for its ability to control the size of these tiny particles. TMS for
In the fight against breast cancer, a new approach is gaining attention. It involves tiny, smart particles that can target and attack tumors in multiple ways. These particles are designed to overcome two big challenges: low oxygen levels in tumors and high levels of a substance called glutathione. T
What happens when you mix water, ethanol, and trans-anethol? You get a special type of liquid mix called a surfactant-free microemulsion. These mixtures are interesting because they can form tiny clusters, or nanodomains, without needing any extra helpers, like surfactants. The key to understandi
