Nanorobotics

University of Illinois Develops Revolutionary DNA Nanorobot for Virus Detection and Prevention

Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have unveiled the NanoGripper, a revolutionary nanorobot made from DNA that can detect and neutralize viruses, including COVID-19. This innovative device mimics human hand functionality, utilizing a four-fingered design to grasp viral threats and prevent infections. With potential applications in drug delivery and rapid testing, the NanoGripper represents a significant advancement in nanomedicine, promising improved public health outcomes.

Nanorobots Show Promise in Bladder Cancer Treatment

Researchers at the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC) and CIC biomaGUNE have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of cancer treatment. Their study, published in Nature Nanotechnology, reveals the successful reduction of bladder tumors in mice by 90%…