Understanding how twisted nanoparticles work in a material (also known as chirality) is important in industries that
Chirality is one of the most fundamental properties of nature.in subatomic particles, in molecules (DNA, protein), in organs (heart, brain), in biomaterials (such as seashells), in storms, clouds (tornadoes), and in the form of galaxies (spirals flying through space).
Ventsislav Valev, Professor, Project Manager
Until now, physicists have relied on optical methods200 years ago to determine the chiral properties of molecules and materials, but these methods are outdated and require a large number of molecules or materials to work. Using a technique based on high-power laser pulses, the team created a much more sensitive chirality probe that can detect a single nanoparticle as it floats freely in a liquid.
Potential Application AreasThere are many supersensitive chiral probing. For example, many pharmaceuticals are chiral. Local pharmacists will be able to use the technology to mix substances in a completely new way, making medicines from small drops of active ingredients, rather than from large glasses of chemicals.
According to Professor Valeev, you can come tothe pharmacy with a prescription and instead of getting the medicine to be mixed from bottles of chemicals and then kept in the refrigerator for a few days, you will leave with pills, which are miniature laboratories.
Scientists plan to continue working on this topic.
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