When it comes to particle accelerators, there are particular fields that put them to use more than others. Arguably the most prominent area has got to be particle physics, as it seems like studies in this realm make use of technology the most. Is it possible that said technology can come into play when it comes to helping brain tumors seen in many patients, though? I believe this to be the case, especially when a unique study has come to my attention as of late.
Symmetry Magazine posted an article about brain tumors and how attempts to help them can result in the brain tissue surrounding them becoming damaged. As a result, the outcomes that are seen may not necessarily be those which can stand strong in the long term. However, it appears as though a unique concept has come to light and it is done that entails a group of specialists within Fermilab as well. This is the kind of story that, in my mind, is worthy of note by organizations the likes of Voices against Brain Cancer.
The article made mention of a process given the name of Boron Neuron Capture Technology and how it will be able to come into effect in tandem with particle technology. The process itself begins with the implementation of a tumor-seeking compound that has been constructed with a non-radioactive boron. The way that it can enter the membrane is in how it can pass through the blood-brain barrier, which is usually impossible. Once this is done, the compound will focus on the tumor and its surrounding tissue.
What happens after this is that the patient is exposed to a beam of neurons, which is important to note. Keep in mind that boron is most effective at capturing neurons; the report accurately described it as a baseball mitt of sorts. Once a neuron is caught, the boron atom splits into two parts and this is where they will be able to deposit a lot of energy on a local basis. The level of energy seen here would be around the strength of a dose of radiation, targeting the tumor in the process.
Science is the name of the game when concerning this particular method. In fact, anyone who focuses on brain tumors has, at the very least, mild interest in the field of science and the same can be said about the procedures made in order to help matters. The fact that this procedure has been seen for decades around the world goes to show that there is potential to be had. It's just a matter of it being realized in order to help patients across the board.
Symmetry Magazine posted an article about brain tumors and how attempts to help them can result in the brain tissue surrounding them becoming damaged. As a result, the outcomes that are seen may not necessarily be those which can stand strong in the long term. However, it appears as though a unique concept has come to light and it is done that entails a group of specialists within Fermilab as well. This is the kind of story that, in my mind, is worthy of note by organizations the likes of Voices against Brain Cancer.
The article made mention of a process given the name of Boron Neuron Capture Technology and how it will be able to come into effect in tandem with particle technology. The process itself begins with the implementation of a tumor-seeking compound that has been constructed with a non-radioactive boron. The way that it can enter the membrane is in how it can pass through the blood-brain barrier, which is usually impossible. Once this is done, the compound will focus on the tumor and its surrounding tissue.
What happens after this is that the patient is exposed to a beam of neurons, which is important to note. Keep in mind that boron is most effective at capturing neurons; the report accurately described it as a baseball mitt of sorts. Once a neuron is caught, the boron atom splits into two parts and this is where they will be able to deposit a lot of energy on a local basis. The level of energy seen here would be around the strength of a dose of radiation, targeting the tumor in the process.
Science is the name of the game when concerning this particular method. In fact, anyone who focuses on brain tumors has, at the very least, mild interest in the field of science and the same can be said about the procedures made in order to help matters. The fact that this procedure has been seen for decades around the world goes to show that there is potential to be had. It's just a matter of it being realized in order to help patients across the board.
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