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Swansea University Articles
Tiny nanoparticles could detect and treat disease
Exosomes are tiny capsules (30-130 nanometers) produced by cells that seem to be involved in all sorts of processes within the body, but only lately have they been properly studied. Because these natural nanoparticles are involved in many different biochemical processes, they may be relevant for a wide variety of clinical applications including diagnostics, therapy, and tracking of disease progression.
'Glow-in-the-dark' bacteria is affected by microwaves
Technology advancement has revolutionised the way in which we live with radio frequency and microwave-based technologies constantly emerging and evolving to meet our modern, urbanised environment. The question soon poses itself as to what implications these transmissions are having on our health. Communication, travel and the treatment of life threatening conditions such as cancer and heart disease all rely on the use of a variety of radio f...