Cancer treatment just got a boost with a new tool that combines imaging and therapy. This tool, called NO2/BDP-BT, is designed to target cancer cells precisely. It works by using a special kind of light to kill cancer cells and monitor how well it's working. This is a big deal because traditional me
Scientists have created a new way to fight cancer using tiny particles that glow and make cancer cells self-destruct. This method uses light to kill cancer cells, but unlike other treatments, it uses a special kind of light that can go deep into the body. The key to this treatment is special glowing
Cancer treatment is a complex challenge. Researchers have been exploring new ways to fight it. One promising approach involves using nanoparticles. These tiny particles can be designed to target cancer cells directly. This reduces damage to healthy cells. One type of nanoparticle that is gaining att
First, let's talk about the tumor microenvironment, or TME. It's a tough place for treatments to work. Hypoxia, or low oxygen levels, and high levels of glutathione (GSH) make it hard for photodynamic therapy (PDT) to do its job. Scientists have been working on a way to turn these challenges into ad
Zinc phthalocyanine can be a real powerhouse for targeting illness. The problem is that it can cluster, which is a big weakness of the molecules. This could be solved by using a tiny particle. Researchers found out that mixing it with a sort of oil octane can solve the clumping problem. This proce
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a tricky business. It's like trying to burn down a house, but the house has a really good fire extinguisher—glutathione (GSH). This little molecule keeps tumor cells safe from the therapy's heat. So, scientists have been looking for a way to turn off the fire extinguish
Skin cancer, especially types like basal cell carcinoma (BCCs) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCCs), is a big deal worldwide. Traditional treatments like surgery and radiation can be harsh and not always effective. But there's a new kid on the block: photodynamic therapy (PDT). This method uses specia
Imagine having a tiny, smart tool that can target cancer cells with precision and efficiency. That's what porphyrin-based nanoscale metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are doing in the world of cancer treatment. These tiny structures are like superheroes, combining the powers of photodynamic therapy and
The summer may be winding down, but the risks of sun exposure remain high. The latest social media trend claiming that intentionally getting sunburned can help treat acne or rejuvenate skin is nothing short of misleading. As dermatologists Jennifer Stein and Elizabeth Berry remind us, the sun's ultr
