Nanoparticles and nanomaterials: this week’s news

Nanoparticules & nanomatériaux

From medicine to energy and the environment, nanoparticles are enabling breakthroughs once thought unimaginable. Let’s explore current and future applications.

Nanoparticles in the fight against cancer

Nanobiotix and lung cancer treatments. Nanobiotix is currently conducting a randomized phase 2 study to evaluate JNJ-1900 in patients with stage 3 unresectable lung cancer. This treatment relies on nanoparticles activated by radiotherapy, increasing effectiveness while reducing side effects.

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Nanomaterials and vaccines: a new weapon against hepatitis C ?

Programmed nanoparticles are revolutionizing vaccines. A new hepatitis C vaccine candidate uses optimized proteins to stimulate a more targeted and effective immune response.

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Green hydrogen thanks to nanotechnologies ?

Nanomaterials play a key role in green hydrogen production. SON regularly addresses this topic, offering a solution through its nanocatalysts. Meanwhile, SunHydrogen has developed a unique solar panel capable of splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using semiconductor nanostructures.

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When medicine becomes tiny: conference highlighting nanotechnologies

A conference organized in Vittel in January 2025 will spotlight medical applications of micro and nanomaterials, particularly in targeted and personalized treatments.

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Parkinson’s disease: hope through nanomaterials ?

New therapies for Parkinson’s disease use nanoparticles to deliver treatments directly to affected areas of the brain, boosting effectiveness while reducing side effects.

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Revolutionary fabrics thanks to nanoparticles

Researchers have developed fabrics coated with nanoparticles that can reflect light and reduce heat under the sun—an impressive advancement for hot climates.

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In brief: the future is written in nanoscale

Nanoparticles and nanomaterials are shaping our future, from health to energy to the textile industry. Their societal impact keeps growing, paving the way for sustainable and accessible innovations. This progress must happen transparently so that everyone can trust these future solutions.

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