Gold Nanoparticles as Drug Carriers: The Role of Silica and PEG as Surface Coatings in Optimizing Drug Loading

The use of gold nanoparticles as drug delivery systems has received increasing attention due to their unique properties, such as their high stability and biocompatibility. However, gold nanoparticles have a high affinity for proteins, which can result in their rapid clearance from the body and limit...

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Main Authors: José Luis Carreón González, Perla Elvia García Casillas, Christian Chapa González
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-02-01
Series:Micromachines
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-666X/14/2/451