Microrobots Revolutionize Targeted Drug Delivery in Cancer Treatment
TL;DR
A Caltech-led team has developed bioresorbable acoustic microrobots (BAM) capable of targeted drug delivery within the body. These microrobots, made from a hydrogel, can navigate complex biofluids and release drugs precisely at tumor sites, as demonstrated in mice with bladder tumors. The microrobots incorporate magnetic nanoparticles for navigation and ultrasound imaging for real-time tracking. This innovation could revolutionize precision medicine by delivering therapeutic agents directly to specific sites, minimizing side effects and improving treatment efficacy.
Topics:sciencescience-and-technology#bioresorbable#caltech#drug-delivery#microrobots#science-and-technology#tumor-treatment
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