Emily Day’s research group has published an invited perspective in ACS Nano that overviews nanoparticle-mediated photothermal therapy (PTT) and discusses recent insights into the mechanisms of cell death induced by this technique. PTT utilizes nanoparticles embedded within tumors to convert laser light energy into heat to ablate cancer cells. Depending on the laser irradiation conditions, PTT produces either necrosis or apoptosis, two distinct modes of cell death that impact therapy success differently. New information on the cellular signaling pathways involved in the PTT response provides researchers with a unique opportunity to enhance PTT’s successful elimination of cancer. Day recently received an ACCEL grant for breast cancer therapy using nanotechnology.
- Doctoral Dissertation Defense – Diego A. Caban-RiveraBME PhD Candidate Diego A. Caban-Rivera will be defending his dissertation: Applications of Anisotropic Magnetic Resonance Elastography Date: April 10, 2025, 2:00 pm Location: FinTech Innovation Hub, Room 514
- Doctoral Dissertation Defense – L. Tyler WilliamsDate: April 2, 2025, 10:00 am (EST) Location: FinTech Innovation Hub, Room 414
- How old is your brain?UD researchers find brain stiffness measurements are reliable predictors
- Unveiling the renovated Design StudioFunded by donor support, UD’s Mechanical Engineering Design Studio now features 13,000 square feet and more than $2 million in manufacturing equipment
- Fall 2024 News from Biomedical EngineeringThis has been an exceptionally productive year for our department. Read our latest newsletter to learn more.