Quantum Dots

Reports outline quantum dots study results from Emory University, Medical Department

Published in Cancer Weekly, March 18th, 2008

"Quantum dots (QDs), nanometer-sized fluorescent probes with unique optical and electronic properties, offer a promising and powerful tool for cancer imaging and diagnostics," scientists in the United States report.

"For the past few years, QDs were actively developed for biomolecular profiling of cancer biomarkers, in vivo tumor imaging, and even targeted drug delivery. These emerging applications are currently being improved and integrated into clinical practice," wrote C.M. Shi and colleagues, Emory University, Medical Department.

The researchers concluded: "In this article, we describe the development of multifunctional QDs and their potential...

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Source: Cancer Weekly (2008-03-18)

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