molecules

"There are many demands in the development of drugs for cancer treatment and much recent research and development has focused on complex combinations of expensive molecules," said Nomoto.

However, when it comes to atoms and molecules, which are smaller than even the shortest wavelengths of visible light, traditional methods fall short.

The amines are great at grabbing carbon dioxide molecules from the air and holding onto them.

This could mean new nasal vaccines or treatments that increase protective molecules, known as Interleukin-17.

Yang's innovation involves a pair of DNA molecules designed to replicate this catch bond behaviour.