I think the term antibody here is mostly hype. The plastic nano-particles don't act as antibodies beyond being specific for binding the toxin protein. It is sti

I think the term antibody here is mostly hype. The plastic nano-particles don't act as antibodies beyond being specific for binding the toxin protein. It is still a cool technology demonstration but "antibody" overstates the case. To quote the article: "However, Holliger doubts whether they could perform other important functions of natural antibodies, such as priming the body's immune system to fight future infections. Unlike natural antibodies, they are not equipped to communicate with other cells and components of the immune system"