Physicists Find Light-sensitive Molecule Can Heal Itself in the Dark

Sometimes all an overworked molecule needs is a good night’s rest. According to a study by physicist Mark Kuzyk and colleagues at Washington State University, a molecule that loses its ability to fluoresce when struck by a laser beam regains that ability if it’s allowed to ‘rest’ in the dark. Recovery begins within 30 minutes and is nearly complete after 8 hours of rest, the study found.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news95408195.html">Physicists Find Light-sensitive Molecule Can Heal Itself in the Dark</a></p> <p>Sometimes all an overworked molecule needs is a good night’s rest. According to a study by physicist Mark Kuzyk and colleagues at Washington State University, a molecule that loses its ability to fluoresce when struck by a laser beam regains that ability if it’s allowed to ‘rest’ in the dark. Recovery begins within 30 minutes and is nearly complete after 8 hours of rest, the study found.</p>