Membrane Vesicles (MVs), nanoparticles detached from the cell membrane, are produced by all living cells for the purpose of cargo delivery and intercellular signaling. Cyanobacterial MVs have received very little attention and their composition and roles are largely unknown. Our research focuses on the role of cyanobacterial MVs under stress conditions, aiming to uncover their functions and potential use. MVs hold promise for various biotechnological applications, including drug delivery systems. 

Membrane vesicle effect on cyanobacterial cultures: A. Nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA) of MVs purified from a 21-d culture. B. Cyanobacterial cells cultured in standard medium (control) or following supplementation with MVs.