Graphene-Stabilized Lipid Biosensor
November 15, 2016 | Terry Sharrer
Quoting directly: “For the first time researchers succeeded to place a layer of graphene on top of a stable fatty lipid monolayer. Surrounded by a protective shell of lipids graphene could enter the body and function as a versatile sensor. The results are the first step towards such a shell, . . . .” Graphene is useful as an electrical conductor, and the lipid support structure also enhances conductivity. Such a sensor might be used to gage the acidic microenvironment of a tumor or detect specific proteins at an inflammation site. MORE
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