A non-invasive nanosensor for diagnosing and treating diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer's disease has been created at the National University of Science and Technology MISIS (NUST MISIS).
The new device measures the level of copper content in the body in various cellular samples — both in microscopic objects ranging in size from 10-100 microns and in entire organs. The sensor surpasses analogues — it is more accurate and provides real-time results.
Previously, a large number of animals were required for such studies, since the measurement procedure was invasive and required the collection of tissue samples at several time points. The new sensor allows for repeated measurements on the same animals, significantly reducing the number of experimental animals needed and increasing the accuracy and completeness of the data obtained.
In the future, scientists plan to integrate the sensor into a full-fledged small-sized device. It will be used for long-term monitoring of metals in living organisms.
Earlier, www1.ru reported that a technology for improving neurostimulators was created in Moscow.
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