Updates on AuNP shenanigans.

Hey all! Another month by and we are learning more about the conditions that need to be tweaked for algae AuNP creation. We knew that pH played a key factor, not only in maintaining a habitat where the algae are alive while working but to also more effectively drive the reduction reaction taking place. You may recall, that this mechanism does not require living algae to work. However, we believe that a dynamic system will have greater stability in situ and want to showcase the regenerative nature of the technology. The results are highly encouraging, with the gold nanoparticles showing in solution. There were some false starts as we adjusted the protocol to the real world, but those issues are mostly cleared up.

We're now focusing on optimizing the process and and talking with associated labs for group test protocol.

One of the most promising applications of the gold nanoparticles produced by microalgae is in the field of medicine. Gold nanoparticles have been shown to have excellent biocompatibility and can be used for targeted drug delivery and imaging. We've been reaching out to medical research institutions to explore the potential of these nanoparticles and to get feedback form the people who use them.

And so, we continue forward, with more research and development and the first collections of results coming in the near future.