C60 Fullerene Enhances Testicular Tissue Preservation
C60 Fullerene Enhances Testicular Tissue Preservation A research study published in BioMed Research International in 2020 by Volkova et al. explores how C60 fullerene, a carbon-based nanoparticle, can improve the preservation of testicular tissue during cryopreservation. The study shows that C60 acts as a powerful antioxidant to protect testicular tissue from damage during freezing and […]
C60 Fullerene Protects Brain Cells in Diabetic Rats
C60 Fullerene Protects Brain Cells in Diabetic Rats A research study published in Frontiers in Neuroscience in 2021 by Ghaffari et al. investigates how pristine C60 fullerene nanoparticles, a type of carbon molecule, can protect brain cells in rats with diabetes. The study, shows that C60 fullerene reduces damage caused by high blood sugar in […]
New Sunscreen Breakthrough: C60-Based Protection for Your Skin
New Sunscreen Breakthrough: C60-Based Protection for Your Skin A new patent (US20240277587A1) introduces a game-changing sunscreen ingredient: polyhydroxy fullerenes (PHFs), a water-soluble form of the [60]fullerene (C60) molecule. With over 1 million skin cancer cases diagnosed annually in the U.S., costing $8.1 billion, this innovation could transform skin protection by tackling UV damage more effectively […]
C60-Based Antioxidants for Brain Health
C60-Based Antioxidants for Brain Health Researchers studied carboxyfullerenes, water-soluble versions of the [60]fullerene (C60) molecule, for their ability to protect brain cells. These compounds act as powerful antioxidants, neutralizing harmful molecules that damage the brain. Key Points: Antioxidant Power: Carboxyfullerenes eliminate dangerous reactive oxygen species, like superoxide and hydrogen peroxide, and prevent damage to fats […]
C60 Derivative Protects Brain in Parkinson’s Model
C60 Derivative Protects Brain in Parkinson’s Model A study tested carboxyfullerene (C3), a water-soluble derivative of [60]fullerene (C60), for its ability to protect brain function in macaque monkeys with Parkinson’s-like symptoms induced by MPTP, a toxin that mimics the disease. This was the first in vivo test of C3 as a neuroprotective agent in a […]
C60 Fullerene’s Role in Health and Longevity
C60 Fullerene’s Role in Health and Longevity A series of patents and studies highlight the remarkable potential of [60]fullerene (C60), a soccer ball-shaped carbon molecule, in biomedicine, cosmetics, optics, and regenerative therapies. Using high-purity sublimed C60 (99.98%) and its water-soluble derivatives, these innovations aim to enhance health, combat aging, and extend lifespan. Key Applications and […]
C60 Fullerene – A Safe and Powerful Antioxidant
C60 Fullerene – A Safe and Powerful Antioxidant What’s New? A study published in Nano Letters explores how C60 fullerene, a soccer ball-shaped carbon molecule, acts as a potent antioxidant in rats. The research tested C60’s ability to protect the liver from damage caused by harmful free radicals, using a model of carbon tetrachloride poisoning. […]
Metallofullerenols – A New Hope for Cancer Treatment
Metallofullerenols – A New Hope for Cancer Treatment What’s New? Scientists are exploring metallofullerenols (MFs), special versions of fullerene C60 molecules with metals like gadolinium trapped inside, for medical uses. Originally used to improve MRI scans, MFs are now showing exciting potential in cancer treatment and beyond. Key Findings: MFs are powerful because they: Act […]
C60 Fullerenes Revolutionizing Medicine
C60 Fullerenes Revolutionizing Medicine What’s Exciting About C60? A recent patent application (Publication Number 20210378982 A1) highlights the incredible potential of fullerenes, especially C60, in medical treatments. C60, a soccer ball-shaped carbon molecule, is showing promise in transforming how we tackle diseases, from cancer to infections, thanks to its unique structure. Key Benefits for Health: […]
Fullerenols as Powerful Antioxidants
Fullerenols as Powerful Antioxidants What’s New? Researchers studied fullerenols, water-soluble versions of fullerene C60, a carbon molecule shaped like a soccer ball, to understand their ability to act as antioxidants. Using a test called the β-carotene bleaching assay, they examined how fullerenols with different numbers of hydroxyl groups (8 to 44) neutralize harmful molecules called […]