'Silver Nanoparticle' Microscope May Shed New Light On Cancer, Bone Diseases
Friday, March 6, 2009 - 20:35
in Physics & Chemistry
In a finding that could help speed the understanding of diseases ranging from cancer to osteoporosis, researchers are reporting development of a new microscope technique that uses "silver nanoparticle" mirrors to reveal hidden details inside bones, cancer cells, and other biological structures. The method also can help identify structural damage in a wide variety of materials, including carbon-fiber plastics used in airplanes, the researchers say.