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Methoxy-porphyrin nanophotosensitizers show promise in photodynamic therapy, selectively attacking breast and cervical cancer cells with precision

A new copper-salen complex targets cancer cells with reduced harm to healthy cells, offering a potential alternative to traditional chemotherapy drugs

Iron-enhanced BODIPY photosensitizer boosts heat generation, offering a powerful new approach for deep-tissue photothermal cancer therapy

First examples of planar tetracoordinate flourine atoms in binary M₄F₄⁻ (M = Li, Na) clusters have been predicted using quantum chemical methods

AI meets chemistry to uncover potent AChE inhibitors; six new molecules could pave the way for safer, more effective Alzheimer’s treatments.

Max von Delius, Kerstin Leopold, and colleagues developed sulfur-rich network polymers that show excellent metal sorption and battery cathode performance

Antibacterial patches made with Melaleuca oil nanoemulsions in Pec:PVA films offer a natural, safe, and long-lasting solution for infected wound care

A novel hyaluronic acid hydrogel locally blocks MMP-2, stopping glioblastoma cells from migrating and reducing tumor recurrence risk

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