Nanotechnology in Cancer Treatment and Detection
Nanotechnology in Cancer Treatment and Detection
Nanotechnology in Cancer Treatment and Detection
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near-<strong>in</strong>frared light.<br />
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can only penetrate human tissue about 1.5 <strong>in</strong>ches. Nanoparticles heated up<br />
to 70° C (160° F)<br />
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