2022
DOI: 10.3390/app122010512
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Nanotechnology-Based Strategies for Treatment of Obesity, Cancer and Anti-microbial Resistance: Highlights of the Department of Science and Innovation/Mintek Nanotechnology Innovation Centre Biolabels Research Node at the University of the Western Cape

Abstract: Nanotechnology has recently received much interest in various fields, including medicine. South Africa (SA) was the first country in Africa to adopt the technology with the aim of enhancing the national bio-economy and global competitiveness by using innovative nanotechnology-based solutions. Since its inception in 2005 in SA, researchers have seized opportunities to increase and develop niche areas for its application in the health, energy, food, agriculture, and water sectors. We ventured into this field and… Show more

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“…Nanotechnology significantly accelerates the advancement of medical innovations with several special features for overcoming 2 of 17 microbial antibiotic resistance [1]. Particularly, nanoparticles (NPs) possess remarkable properties, such as nano-size and charge, and exhibit significant anticancer and antimicrobial effects [3][4][5].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Nanotechnology significantly accelerates the advancement of medical innovations with several special features for overcoming 2 of 17 microbial antibiotic resistance [1]. Particularly, nanoparticles (NPs) possess remarkable properties, such as nano-size and charge, and exhibit significant anticancer and antimicrobial effects [3][4][5].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%