Review on Next-Gen Healthcare: The Role of MEMS and Nanomaterials in Enhancing Diagnostic and Therapeutic Outcomes
Boggadi Nagarjuna Reddy, S. Saravanan, V. Manjunath, Pothala Reddi Sekhar Reddy
Abstract
The convergence of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and nanomaterials is transforming healthcare by enabling diagnostics, drug delivery, and biosensing breakthroughs. This synergistic integration offers unprecedented precision, miniaturization, and biocompatibility, overcoming critical challenges in detecting disease markers and delivering therapies. When combined with nanomaterials, MEMS-based devices achieve heightened sensitivity and specificity, allowing for early diagnosis and targeted treatments across various medical applications. This fusion holds immense potential in advancing personalized medicine, from cancer detection to neurotransmitter monitoring for mental health management. As research in this domain continues to evolve, MEMS-nanomaterial technologies are poised to significantly enhance healthcare outcomes by improving diagnostic accuracy, treatment efficacy, and patient well-being. This review discusses recent advances, key challenges, and future perspectives on the role of MEMS and nanotechnology in shaping the future of healthcare innovation.