Versatile nanodiamond-based tools for therapeutics and bioimaging
Hoi Man Leung, Hoi Ching Chu, Zhengwei Mao, Pik Kwan Lo
Abstract
biocompatibility of modified NDs is also highlighted. Subsequently, we give an overview of recent state-of-the-art biomedical applications of NDs as versatile tools for bioimaging and detection, and as targeting nanocarriers for chemotherapy, photodynamic therapy, gene therapy, antimicrobial and antiviral therapy, and bone tissue engineering. Finally, we pinpoint the main challenges for NDs in biomedical applications which lie ahead and discuss perspectives on future directions in advancing the field for practical applications and clinical translations.
Topics & Concepts
NanodiamondBiocompatibilityNanotechnologyMaterials scienceSurface modificationChemistryDiamondPhysical chemistryComposite materialMetallurgyDiamond and Carbon-based Materials ResearchLaser-Ablation Synthesis of NanoparticlesCarbon Nanotubes in Composites