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    • Nanomedicine
    • Biotechnology
    • Materials Science

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    • Nanotechnology has advanced significantly, with nanoparticles researched for biological and therapeutic uses.
    • Physiologically relevant metals (e.g., magnesium, zinc, iron) are biocompatible and essential for human health.
    • Current nanoparticle research focuses on applications in biology and therapeutics.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the potential of physiologically important metal nanoparticles in nanomedicine.
    • To explore the synthesis and safety of metal nanoparticles for therapeutic applications.
    • To highlight the advantages of biologically synthesized nanoparticles over chemically synthesized ones.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of existing research on metal nanoparticles and their applications.
    • Analysis of synthesis methods, focusing on physical, chemical, and biological approaches.
    • Evaluation of toxicity and biocompatibility data for various metal nanoparticles.

    Main Results:

    • Physiologically important metal nanoparticles show promise for biomedical applications and therapeutics.
    • Conventional synthesis methods can lead to nanoparticle toxicity.
    • Biological synthesis offers a pathway to enhanced biocompatibility and reduced toxicity.

    Conclusions:

    • Metal nanoparticles of physiological importance are ideal candidates for future nanomedical tools and drugs.
    • Biocompatibility and low toxicity are crucial for the successful clinical application of nanoparticles.
    • Further research into biological synthesis methods is essential to realize the full potential of these nanoparticles.