TY - JOUR
T1 - Application of semiconductor and metal nanostructures in biology and medicine.
AU - Walkey, Carl
AU - Sykes, Edward A.
AU - Chan, Warren C.W.
PY - 2009
Y1 - 2009
N2 - Advances in nanotechnology research have led to the creation of new generation of contrast agents, therapeutics, and delivery systems. These applications are expected to significantly improve the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of diseases. Two nanotechnologies-semiconductor and metallic nanostructures-are the most advanced in this young field and have been extensively investigated for clinical use. These nanostructures are currently the "model" for the developments of many novel nanostructures. This review describes their chemical design, tunable properties, and utility in medicine. Furthermore, we will describe the current understanding of their toxicity, which could be barriers to their use for human.
AB - Advances in nanotechnology research have led to the creation of new generation of contrast agents, therapeutics, and delivery systems. These applications are expected to significantly improve the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of diseases. Two nanotechnologies-semiconductor and metallic nanostructures-are the most advanced in this young field and have been extensively investigated for clinical use. These nanostructures are currently the "model" for the developments of many novel nanostructures. This review describes their chemical design, tunable properties, and utility in medicine. Furthermore, we will describe the current understanding of their toxicity, which could be barriers to their use for human.
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U2 - 10.1182/asheducation-2009.1.701
DO - 10.1182/asheducation-2009.1.701
M3 - Review article
C2 - 20008256
AN - SCOPUS:77949439861
SN - 1520-4391
SP - 701
EP - 707
JO - Hematology / the Education Program of the American Society of Hematology. American Society of Hematology. Education Program
JF - Hematology / the Education Program of the American Society of Hematology. American Society of Hematology. Education Program
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