Cuproptosis is a specific form of cell death triggered by an excess of intracellular copper. Utilizing this mechanism, researchers have developed a light-activated, copper-based agent complex embedded in polymeric nanoparticles that selectively targets and destroys cancer cells while preserving healthy tissue.
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Copper Overload Kills Cancer Cells

A copper-based agent complex kills cancer cells in a novel way.