Theranostic applications of mesoporous silica nanoparticles and their organic/inorganic hybrids
Journal
Journal of Materials Chemistry B
Journal Volume
1
Journal Issue
25
Pages
3128-3135
Date Issued
2013
Author(s)
Abstract
Mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs), with their intrinsically large and easily functionalized surface areas and pore volumes, are particularly well-suited to efficient conveyance of a wide variety of therapeutic agents. When combined with other organic/inorganic nanomaterials, the resultant organic/inorganic-MSN hybrids demonstrate unique synergies and even greater versatility. In this paper, we describe the current status and future prospects of MSNs and organic/inorganic-MSN hybrids for combined therapeutic and diagnostic - theranostic - biomedical applications.
Type
journal article