What are the Applications of Nanotechnology in Targeting Cell Surface Receptors?
There are several key applications where nanotechnology leverages cell surface receptors:
Targeted Drug Delivery: Nanoparticles can be functionalized with ligands that specifically bind to cell surface receptors on cancer cells, allowing for the precise delivery of chemotherapeutic agents. Imaging and Diagnostics: Nanoparticles conjugated with imaging probes can bind to specific receptors, enhancing the contrast in medical imaging techniques such as MRI or PET scans. Theranostics: Combining therapeutic and diagnostic capabilities in a single nanoparticle to simultaneously detect and treat diseases by targeting cell surface receptors.
