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The diamonds that could find cancer
University of Warwick researchers have built a new diamond- based magnetic field sensor that could be used to better find tumours through tracing magnetic fluid injected in the body. A cancer diagnosis is most problematic when cells from the tumour have metastasised (spread) to other organs.
Published in Physical Review Applied, Warwick researchers report they have built a new non-toxic and non-radioactive device that uses the unique properties of diamonds to diagnose metastasized breast cancer. First author Alex Newman, PhD student in the Physics Department at the University of Warwick commented: “There is a real demand for versatile non-toxic means of finding cancer. A connected ecosystem of staff, students and alumni, the University fosters transformative learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and bold industry partnerships across state-of-the-art facilities in the UK and global satellite hubs.
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