Nanozyme as detector and eliminator to environmental pollutants: Between current situation and future prospective

Abstract

Abstract The name "nanozyme" refers to a nanomaterial with capabilities similar to those of an enzyme; in recent years, nanozymes have developed quickly. Nanozymes show notable advantages over natural enzymes, including an easy production process, a low cost, a lengthy storage time, and great environmental stability. In this review, we briefly discuss a number of common uses for nanozymes, including the detection and removal of pollutants like pathogens, toxic ions, pesticides, phenols, organic pollutants, air pollution, and antibiotic residues. We then concentrate on anticipated challenges and future developments for nanozymes. Research in this area has been increasingly interesting as a result of the quick growth of nanozyme applications in bioscience and technology, and it is anticipated that it will soon be an explosive subject for discussion.