Coronene-based quantum dots for the delivery of the doxorubicin anticancer drug: a computational study

Abstract

The coronene family could serve as a useful platform for the delivery of and tracking the release of the anticancer DOX drug.

Applications of supramolecular assemblies in drug delivery and photodynamic therapy

“…The functionality of the graphene quantum dots (GQDs) as well as presence of oxygen and amine functional groups affects the size of coronene family members. 45 Hexa-peri-hexabenzocoronene (HBC) modified with special functional groups has been reported by Müllen and co-workers for bioprobing. 46 For direct biological applications utilizing HBC, it is necessary to design water soluble HBC derivatives for use of biological molecules such as proteins and DNA in physiological solution.…”