X-ray radio-enhancement by Ti<sub>3</sub>C<sub>2</sub>T<sub><i>x</i></sub> MXenes in soft tissue sarcoma
Monika Zimmermann, Lukas R. H. Gerken, Shianlin Wee, Vera M. Kissling, Anna L. Neuer, Elena Tsolaki, Alexander Gogos, Maria R. Lukatskaya, Inge K. Herrmann
Abstract
Ti 3 C 2 T x MXenes, introduced in tumor tissues, amplify X-ray interactions to increase reactive oxygen species production, leading to higher cancer cell death and potentially improved radiotherapy results.
Topics & Concepts
MXenesX-rayChemistryMaterials scienceCancer researchCrystallographyBiologyPhysicsNanotechnologyOpticsMXene and MAX Phase Materials2D Materials and ApplicationsFerroelectric and Negative Capacitance Devices