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ArticleBeilstein journal of nanotechnology2025

Toward clinical translation of carbon nanomaterials in anticancer drug delivery: the need for standardisation.

Michał Bartkowski, Francesco Calzaferri, Silvia Giordani

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Article in Beilstein journal of nanotechnology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 4 papers.

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

4 citing papers in PubMed.

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  3. Bridging solubility, stability, and translation: advances in carbon nanotube-based drug delivery systems.Daru : journal of Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences · 2026
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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors.

Michał BartkowskiSchool of Chemical Sciences, Dublin City University, Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0259-0919
Francesco CalzaferriSchool of Chemical Sciences, Dublin City University, Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland.
Silvia GiordaniSchool of Chemical Sciences, Dublin City University, Glasnevin, Dublin, Ireland.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Carbon nanomaterials (CNMs), including graphene, carbon nanotubes, and carbon dots, have attracted considerable interest as nanocarriers for drug delivery due to their unique physicochemical properties. Their high surface area, biocompatibility, and modifiable surface chemistry make them highly attractive for a range of biomedical applications. However, concerns regarding toxicity and regulatory hurdles remain major barriers to clinical translation. Current research is therefore focused on standardizing CNM synthesis and characterisation methods, minimizing toxicity, and facilitating regulatory approval. Despite these challenges, CNMs hold substantial promise for enhancing therapeutic delivery, particularly in areas such as cancer treatment. This perspective highlights critical considerations in the development of CNM-based nanocarriers, spanning from initial design to clinical implementation.

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carbon nanomaterials (CNMs)carbon nanoparticles (CNPs)drug delivery systems (DDSs)nanocarriersquality control (QC)

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PMID41293452
PMCPMC12642948

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