MIT engineers have developed magnetic nanoparticles (shown in white squares) that can stimulate the adrenal gland to produce stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. Credit: Anikeeva Lab

In the Press
04/10/2020

Researchers achieve remote control of hormone release

BY:Massachusetts Institute of Technology / MIT News

Summary: Using magnetic nanoparticles, scientists stimulate the adrenal gland in rodents to control release of hormones linked to stress.

Link to another website: http://news.mit.edu/2020/remote-control-hormone-release-nanoparticles-0410