Step forward for nanotechnology: Controlled movement of molecules
Wednesday, September 30, 2009 - 10:14
in Physics & Chemistry
Scientists in the United Kingdom are reporting an advance toward overcoming one of the key challenges in nanotechnology: Getting molecules to move quickly in a desired direction without help from outside forces. Their achievement has broad implications, the scientists say, raising the possibility of coaxing cells to move and grow in specific directions to treat diseases.