Recent Advances in Nanomedicine: Enhancing Drug Delivery and Diagnosis through Nanotechnology

Abstract

Nano-medicine is an evolving field that utilizes nano-scale materials to enhance diagnostic tools and deliver therapeutic agents with high precision to specific target sites. This approach is particularly beneficial for treating chronic diseases, offering targeted and controlled drug delivery. Recent advancements in nanotechnology have led to significant improvements in the effectiveness of both new and existing drugs, including natural products, and in the selective diagnosis of diseases using molecular markers. The field is marked by numerous applications, including chemotherapeutic, biological, and immunotherapeutic agents. The review discusses the opportunities, challenges, and future perspectives of nano-medicine in drug delivery, from synthetic and natural sources to clinical applications.