Technology 7/12/2026
Immune Cells Transformed into Fungus-Fighting Nanoparticles Offer New Hope Against Infections
Scientists at the University of California San Diego have made a groundbreaking discovery, transforming human immune cells into tiny, potent nanoparticles capable of battling stubborn fungal infections. These 'nanodiscs' successfully targeted and significantly reduced the amount of Candida albicans — a fungus responsible for serious and often deadly bloodstream infections — in mice, offering a powerful new weapon against a growing global health threat. The innovative approach not only damages fungal cells directly but also strengthens the body's natural defenses, showing remarkable improvement in survival rates during preclinical trials.
