What are the Common Nanotechnology-Based Methods for Cell Separation?
Several nanotechnology-based methods have been developed for cell separation:
Magnetic Nanoparticles: These are functionalized with specific antibodies that bind to target cells. When exposed to a magnetic field, the bound cells can be separated from the rest of the population. Nanopillars and Nanowires: These structures can be used to physically trap and separate cells based on size and deformability. Nanoscale Filters: These filters can sort cells based on size, allowing for the separation of subpopulations of cells with high precision. Dielectrophoresis: This technique uses nanoparticles to create electric fields that can manipulate cells based on their dielectric properties.
