Functionalizing agents play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between nanomaterials and their practical applications. They help to: 1. Improve the solubility of nanoparticles in different solvents. 2. Enhance the stability of nanoparticles in biological systems. 3. Facilitate the attachment of specific molecules or drugs to nanoparticles, enabling targeted drug delivery. 4. Enable the detection of nanoparticles using various imaging techniques.
