Firefly light helps destroy cancer cells

Researchers found that the bioluminescence effects of fireflies may kill cancer cells from within. By inserting the firefly gene that activates bioluminescent light into modified cancer cells, the researchers hoped to set off a chain of events that has a proven track record at fighting the disease. This light source, known as Luciferin, caused the modified cancer cells to glow much like it does with the firefly. When a photosensitizing agent was added, the cells produced toxic substances that forced them to commit suicide.

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