DNA-based nanorobotic hand could block viruses and enable rapid diagnostics

The NanoGripper could easily be engineered to target other viruses, such as influenza, HIV or hepatitis B, Wang said. In addition, Wang envisions using the NaoGripper for targeted drug delivery. For example, the fingers could be programmed to identify specific cancer markers, and grippers could carry cancer-fighting treatments directly to the target cells.

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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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