X-Ray Astronomy to Resonant Theranostics for Cancer Treatment
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Atomic spectroscopy is fundamental to study of astronomical objects for their formation, evolution, composition, physical conditions etc. Information are extracted from the spectral analysis of the electromagnetic radiation emitted by these objects. This article will focus on the study of X-ray radiation which is used as a powerful diagnostic for astrophysical plasmas, particularly those surrounding black holes. There are space observatories, such as Chandra, XMM-Newton, dedicated in measuring the X-ray emissions in astronomical objects. The knowledge of Xray astronomy is very similar to that used in cancer treatment in medical facilities. Using this connection, we have formulated a new method, Resonant Nano-Plasma Theranostics or RNPT, which gives indication for one most efficient way for destruction of malignant cells.
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