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ArticleSmall science2024

Transformative Impact of Nanocarrier-Mediated Drug Delivery: Overcoming Biological Barriers and Expanding Therapeutic Horizons.

Minhye Kim, Myeongyeon Shin, Yaping Zhao, Mrinmoy Ghosh, Young-Ok Son

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Article in Small science, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 26 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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3 · Its place in the literature

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26 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

5 authors.

Minhye KimInterdisciplinary Graduate Program in Advanced Convergence Technology and Science Jeju National University Jeju-si Jeju Special Self-Governing Province 63243 Republic of Korea.
Myeongyeon ShinDepartment of Animal Biotechnology Faculty of Biotechnology College of Applied Life Sciences Jeju National University Jeju-si Jeju Special Self-Governing Province 63243 Republic of Korea.
Yaping ZhaoSchool of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules Shanghai Jiao Tong University Shanghai 200240 P. R. China.
Mrinmoy GhoshDepartment of Animal Biotechnology Faculty of Biotechnology College of Applied Life Sciences Jeju National University Jeju-si Jeju Special Self-Governing Province 63243 Republic of Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6817-622X
Young-Ok SonInterdisciplinary Graduate Program in Advanced Convergence Technology and Science Jeju National University Jeju-si Jeju Special Self-Governing Province 63243 Republic of Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0154-4061

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Advancing therapeutic progress is centered on developing drug delivery systems (DDS) that control therapeutic molecule release, ensuring precise targeting and optimal concentrations. Targeted DDS enhances treatment efficacy and minimizes off-target effects, but struggles with drug degradation. Over the last three decades, nanopharmaceuticals have evolved from laboratory concepts into clinical products, highlighting the profound impact of nanotechnology in medicine. Despite advancements, the effective delivery of therapeutics remains challenging because of biological barriers. Nanocarriers offer a solution with a small size, high surface-to-volume ratios, and customizable properties. These systems address physiological and biological challenges, such as shear stress, protein adsorption, and quick clearance. They allow targeted delivery to specific tissues, improve treatment outcomes, and reduce adverse effects. Nanocarriers exhibit controlled release, decreased degradation, and enhanced efficacy. Their size facilitates cell membrane penetration and intracellular delivery. Surface modifications increase affinity for specific cell types, allowing precise treatment delivery. This study also elucidates the potential integration of artificial intelligence with nanoscience to innovate future nanocarrier systems.

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hybrid nanocarriersliposomesnanocarriersnanoemulsionspolymeric

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PMID40213439
PMCPMC11935121

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