What are the Applications of Nanotechnology in Cancer Therapy?
One of the most promising applications of nanotechnology is in cancer therapy. Nanoparticles can be engineered to specifically target cancer cells, deliver drugs, and even aid in imaging and diagnostics. Techniques like photothermal therapy and photodynamic therapy utilize nanoparticles to generate heat or reactive oxygen species, respectively, to kill cancer cells selectively. Additionally, nanoparticles can also be used to deliver gene-editing tools like CRISPR/Cas9 to correct genetic mutations responsible for cancer.
