"Revolutionary Technique Wipes Out 99% of Cancer Cells in Lab, Say Scientists"

Scientists in the US have developed a new technique using near-infrared light to stimulate molecules and destroy 99% of melanoma cells in lab cultures. The method involves causing a small dye molecule to vibrate, creating a plasmon that ruptures the cancerous cells' membranes. While the approach has shown promise in lab and mouse studies, translating it to human treatment options may take time due to potential side effects and toxicity concerns. However, the research raises the possibility of using infrared light to develop new ways to treat certain types of cancer, offering a potential solution to the challenge of cancer cells developing resistance to medicines.