A Review on Carbon Nanotubes Family of Nanomaterials and Their Health Field
Charles L. Brito,
João V. Silva,
Rodrigo V. Gonzaga
et al.
Abstract:The use of carbon nanotubes (CNTs), which are nanometric materials, in pathogen detection, protection of environments, food safety, and in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, as efficient drug delivery systems, is relevant for the improvement and advancement of pharmacological profiles of many molecules employed in therapeutics and in tissue bioengineering. It has contributed to the advancement of science due to the development of new tools and devices in the field of medicine. CNTs have versatile mechani… Show more
“…These applications enhance the pharmacological profiles of numerous therapeutic molecules and greatly benefit tissue bioengineering practices. 141 Specifically, the cylindrical shape of the nanoparticle facilitates transmembrane penetration and the large aspect ratio of the CNTs offers a greater drug-loading capacity. This also facilitates chemical functionalization with a wide array of chemical moieties.…”
Section: Nanocarriers As Delivery Vehicles In Photodynamic Therapymentioning
“…These applications enhance the pharmacological profiles of numerous therapeutic molecules and greatly benefit tissue bioengineering practices. 141 Specifically, the cylindrical shape of the nanoparticle facilitates transmembrane penetration and the large aspect ratio of the CNTs offers a greater drug-loading capacity. This also facilitates chemical functionalization with a wide array of chemical moieties.…”
Section: Nanocarriers As Delivery Vehicles In Photodynamic Therapymentioning
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