08/27/2025
WOW !!! Did you know?
A revolutionary cancer treatment could change the way we fight tumors. Scientists from Rice University and other Texas institutions have developed a method that destroys 99% of cancer cells in lab tests using near-infrared light and special dye molecules called aminocyanines. These dyes, previously used for cancer imaging, act as molecular jackhammers when activated, vibrating so rapidly that they tear apart cancer cell membranes with unmatched precision.
This technique is over a million times faster than previous molecular machines and uses near-infrared light, which penetrates deep into body tissues. This means it could target tumors without invasive surgery or harsh drugs. In lab studies, this method eliminated nearly all melanoma cells, and in mice with melanoma tumors, half became cancer-free after just one treatment, while the rest showed significant tumor reduction.
The process works by exploiting plasmons, vibrations of electrons within the molecules, to physically rupture cancer cells. Because it relies on mechanical force rather than chemicals, it may avoid the drug resistance that often makes chemotherapy less effective. While still in early stages, this discovery could open a new frontier in cancer therapy, offering a safer, more precise, and highly effective treatment option for patients in the future.
