Deposition of CTAB-Terminated Nanorods on Bacteria to Form Highly Conducting Hybrid Systems

Interaction of nanoparticles with biological systems ranging from biomolecules to biological cells is of importance for a range of applications, such as high-resolution biomedical imaging,(1) gene sequencing for molecular diagnostics,(2) and sensitive electronic devices(3). In this report, we demonstrate that positively charged cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB), which is a stabilizing agent used to synthesize different metal [...]

To Attack H1N1, Other Flu Viruses, Gold Nanorods Deliver Potent Payload

To Attack H1N1, Other Flu Viruses, Gold Nanorods Deliver Potent Payload
(PhysOrg.com) — Future pandemics of seasonal flu, H1N1 and other drug-resistant viruses may be thwarted by a potent, immune-boosting payload that is effectively delivered to cells by gold nanorods, report scientists at the University at Buffalo and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. [...]