During the progression of cancer, solid tumors often grow in areas lacking nutrients and oxygen. The abnormal structure of blood vessels and the high growth rate of tumors lead to cells that are far from blood vessels being in a state of hypoxia or low oxygen levels. The hypoxic environment within tumors reduces the efficacy … Read more
Sperm, bacteria, bubbles, and bioastronauts are set to become the latest microbots developed for human use in cancer treatment over the coming years. Microscopic robots rolling through blood vessels, drilling into the brain, and swimming in the intestines are no longer scenes from science fiction movies. Scientists and engineers are developing microbots, ranging from the … Read more
This is Issue 1063 of the “Intestinal Industry” Editor’s Note As technology continues to develop, robots have become increasingly common. Many scenes from science fiction movies are gradually becoming reality. The applications of robots in the medical field are becoming more diverse, and their sizes are shrinking. So, how miniaturized will robots become in the … Read more
Translated by: Mo Yanhua, Qinghai Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Reviewed by: Hu Qian, Chen Zhijin According to information provided by the American Chemical Society, tiny self-propelled robots can trap bacteria and make drinking water safer. The lack of clean water in many parts of the world is a persistent major public health issue. … Read more
An international team led by scientists at the Max Planck Society in Germany has recently developed a type of microbot that can rapidly remove pollutants and heavy metals from industrial wastewater. After recovery and treatment, these pollutants can be recycled, promising an efficient and economical method for wastewater purification. According to reports, heavy metal pollution … Read more