New Light on Quantum Dot Cytotoxicity

New Light on Quantum Dot Cytotoxicity

As quantum dots are beginning to be used for in vivo imaging, the question of their long-term effect on cell viability is becoming critical. In this issue of Chemistry & Biology, Lovrić and colleagues examine the likely role of reactive oxygen species in quantum dot cytotoxicity [1].

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Veröffentlicht in:Chemistry & biology 2005-11, Vol.12 (11), p.1159-1161
Hauptverfasser: Tsay, James M., Michalet, Xavier
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Animals
Cell Survival - drug effects
Quantum Dots
Reactive Oxygen Species - metabolism
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Zusammenfassung:As quantum dots are beginning to be used for in vivo imaging, the question of their long-term effect on cell viability is becoming critical. In this issue of Chemistry & Biology, Lovrić and colleagues examine the likely role of reactive oxygen species in quantum dot cytotoxicity [1].
ISSN:1074-5521
1879-1301
DOI:10.1016/j.chembiol.2005.11.002