Applications of Nanomaterials in Biomedicine
Author:
Asuku Abraham Olufemi1ORCID, Ogungbangbe Gbonjubola Oyinlola2ORCID
Affiliation:
1. Bioresources Development Centre, National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency, Nigeria 2. University of Ilorin, Nigeria
Abstract
An overview of the many uses of nanomaterials in biomedicine is given in this chapter. Magnetic and quantum dot nanoparticles improve medical imaging accuracy, and biosensors based on nanoparticles allow for quick and sensitive detection. These developments offer more accurate tracking of treatment responses and earlier disease detection. Nanomaterials have applications in tissue engineering and repair in regenerative medicine. Furthermore, by improving drug delivery to cancer cells using both passive and active targeting methodologies, nanomaterials support the rapidly developing field of targeted cancer therapy. However, there are significant safety and toxicity concerns raised by the use of nanomaterials in biomedicine. Evaluations of biocompatibility and nanotoxicology are essential to guaranteeing the safe usage of these materials. Future developments for nanomaterials in biomedicine are quite promising. Realizing the full potential of nanomaterials in enhancing healthcare outcomes will require addressing issues with clinical translation, ethical issues, and regulatory aspects.
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