Physical and chemical properties of Gold make it a supreme
metal. It is biocompatible too, that makes it useful in the medical
applications. Recent studies show that gold-plated nanoparticles are able to
find and destroy cancer cells. Gold nanoparticles absorb high levels of
ionising radiation, boosting the impact of radiotherapy treatments that work by
damaging DNA in tumour cells.
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| Dr. Kattesh V Katti |
Behind this research there is an Indian associated with it.
Born and educated in India, Dr. Kattesh V. Katti, now lives in US and works for
University of Missouri Cancer Nanotechnology Platform. He is recognized as one
of “25
Most Influential Scientists in Molecular Imaging”.
With many awards and
citations to his credit, Dr.Katti is a top scientist today. But he traces his
roots back to a small town in Karnataka and modest beginnings.
More info about him can be found at: http://web.missouri.edu/~kattik/katti/
Gold loving India has produced a gem in Dr. Katti. While Indians
take pride in his origins, one has to also note what he says “India
needs to spend more money on science and technology". Hope those who
manage budgets care his words.
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