Emerging Trends of Metal Organic Framework in Pharmaceuticals : A Brief Review

Abstract

Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) have emerged as a versatile class of materials with enormous potential in several fields, including the pharmaceutical industry. This review provides an overview of the recent progress and applications of MOFs in drug research and development. It underscored the unique properties of MOFs, such as high surface area, tunable pore size, and versatile functionalities, which make them promising candidates for drug delivery, imaging, catalysis, gas storage, and antimicrobial applications. In addition, it highlights the challenges and future directions in the use of MOFs for medical purposes, including stability, biocompatibility, scalable synthesis, and regulatory considerations.