Nanometric gold in cancer nanotechnology: current status and future prospect

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Authors

Mohammad Zaki Ahmad · University of Pharmacy Mandalay

Sohail Akhter · Najran University

Ziyaur Rahman · Texas A&M Health Science Center

Shabib Akhter · Najran University

Mohammed Anwar · Jamia Hamdard

Neha Mallik · Jamia Hamdard

Farhan Jalees Ahmad ·

Abstract

Recent research and development in cancer-targeted gold nanovectors shows promise for maximizing the efficacy of anti-cancer drugs while decreasing their harmful systemic effects in chemotherapy. Moreover, gold nanoparticles can also serve as cancer therapeutic.

Topics & Keywords

Gold and Silver Nanoparticles Synthesis and Applications Nanoparticle-Based Drug Delivery Nanoplatforms for cancer theranostics

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology

Volume 65, Issue 5, pp. 634-651

DOI: 10.1111/jphp.12017

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