Light-deformable microrobots shape up for the biological obstacle course

Light Sci Appl. 2024 May 6;13(1):103. doi: 10.1038/s41377-024-01448-8.

Abstract

Euglena gracilis microalga has been transformed into a soft bio-microrobot with light-controlled motion and deformation that can address diverse bio-challenges, such as drug delivery, diseased cell removal, and photodynamic therapy.