“Over the years, we have realized several important projects. Valuable research has been conducted, articles have been published, and nanoparticles capable of penetrating living cells have been developed. These nanoparticles have special properties, such as piezoelectric properties – that is, they respond to ultrasound fields. Our idea is to use these nanoparticles to purposefully deliver drugs to affected, diseased cells,” the academician told the Expertise and Health podcast.
He singled out the work of Academician Aurelian Guli, who develops molecules with anti-cancer properties: “These molecules destroy diseased cells and do not affect healthy cells. This is where nanotechnology is particularly strong.”
According to him, nanotechnology is now used in many areas, from smartphones to anti-aging cosmetic creams.
“And if water drops roll off clothes in the rain, it means that there are nanoparticles with water-repellent properties. People don’t notice it, but nanoparticles have penetrated everywhere,” Tighineanu concluded.
