Nanotechnology advances help fat cells burn themselves

Aug 04, 2025 Researchers created a targeted fat loss therapy using light-sensitive nanoparticles that activate fat-burning processes inside adipocytes, offering a new direction for localized obesity treatment without systemic drugs. (Nanowerk Spotlight) Obesity treatment is undergoing a pharmaceutical shift. Medications like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy), tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound), and liraglutide (Saxenda)...

Could nanotechnology spark elementary students’ curiosity in science?

Aug 04, 2025 Researchers use nanotechnology and problem-based learning to boost elementary science skills, spark curiosity, and build real-world connections. (Nanowerk News) As science achievement and engagement continue to decline among elementary students nationwide, researchers from Florida Atlantic University’s College of Education offer a promising path forward. By introducing nanotechnology...