What are the Applications of pH Responsive Nanoparticles?
The applications of pH responsive nanoparticles are vast and diverse, including: - Targeted Drug Delivery: These nanoparticles can deliver drugs directly to the acidic environment of tumor cells, reducing damage to healthy tissues. - Gene Therapy: pH responsive nanoparticles can be used to deliver genetic material to specific cells. - Diagnostics: They can be used in imaging and diagnostic techniques to identify areas of abnormal pH, which often correlate with disease states. - Theranostics: Combining therapy and diagnostics, these nanoparticles can be used for both treatment and monitoring of diseases.
