Nanotechnology and medicine.

Scientists from Montreal (Canada) have developed nanorobots that will help to increase the effectiveness of treatment of cancer and reduce the effects of chemotherapy. 

Robots are created from flagellated bacteria, chains of magnetic particles and a variety of sensors that help find cancer cells in the body. After detecting the damaged tissue, the device will deliver drugs for the treatment.

The main advantage of this technology in more effective treatment. Using nanobots will be possible to significantly reduce the dosage of the toxins that are needed for chemotherapy, as they deliver the drug directly to the tumor. Thus, patients are less likely to suffer from the side effects of treatment, damage to other organs, nausea, hair loss and so on.

Scientists have already conducted successful tests of the technology on mice. They were supported by a research company, hospitals and clinics. So maybe soon the nanobots will help people fight cancer.

Source: Hightech.fm.