Artificial cells have a wide range of applications:
1. Drug Delivery: These cells can be designed to deliver therapeutics directly to target sites, improving the efficacy and reducing side effects of treatments. 2. Diagnostics: Artificial cells can be engineered to detect specific biomarkers or pathogens, acting as biosensors. 3. Environmental Remediation: They can be used to breakdown pollutants or capture heavy metals from contaminated environments. 4. Synthetic Biology: Artificial cells provide a platform for studying the fundamentals of life and developing new biological systems.
