The ability of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) to catalyze reactions involving radicals is poorly
studied. However, AuNPs are used in applications where chemical reactions involving …

Gold nanoparticles are known to cause a radiosensitizing effect, which is a promising way to
improve radiation therapy. However, the radiosensitization mechanism is not yet fully …

Metal nanoparticles can catalyze reactions involving organic free radicals. From the first
studies focused on the catalytic reduction of water by free radicals until today, the catalytic …

The radiosensitizing effect of 5--250 nm diameter Au nanoparticles (AuNPs) in water was
investigated under irradiations of diagnostic x-ray and UV light. Enhanced generations of …

The purpose of this work was to study the influence of gold nanoparticles (GNP) coating on
hydroxyl radical (HOradical dot) production under ionizing radiation. Though …

Radiation therapy is a common cancer treatment but often damages surrounding healthy
tissues, leading to unwanted side effects. Despite technological advancements aimed at …

Nanomaterials can enhance the effect of X-rays, but the mechanisms of enhancement can
be complicated. Electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) was used here to shed light on …

Background Radiation therapy is a main treatment option for cancer. Due to normal tissue
toxicity, radiosensitizers are commonly used to enhance RT. In particular, heavy metal or …

Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) are being investigated extensively for their role as
radiosensitisers. Studies have shown that they are effective dose enhancing agents. One of …

Plasmid DNA in aerated aqueous solution is used as a probe to determine whose of the
reactive oxygen species (ROS) generated after absorption of ultra-soft X-rays (USX) take …