Came across this article (below and link) a few days about regarding nanogels that can secrete insulin…I know we’ve moved on…but the concept can definitely apply to other areas as well…
Link: http://newsoffice.mit.edu/2013/nanotechnology-could-help-fight-diabetes-0516
Nanotechnology could help fight diabetes
Injectable nanogel can monitor blood-sugar levels and secrete insulin when needed.
Anne Trafton, MIT News Office May 16, 2013
Injectable nanoparticles developed at MIT may someday eliminate the need for patients with Type 1 diabetes to constantly monitor their blood-sugar levels and inject themselves with insulin….READ and COMMENT MORE on Andre’s blog: http://blogs.lt.vt.edu/medicalmarvels/