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    Magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) aggregation hinders targeted drug delivery (TDD). This study introduces a magnetic actuation function to steer aggregated MNPs in vascular networks, improving TDD performance and accuracy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Nanotechnology
    • Fluid Dynamics

    Background:

    • Magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) show potential for targeted drug delivery (TDD).
    • Particle aggregation is a significant challenge, reducing the efficacy of MNPs in TDD.
    • Precise control of MNPs within complex vascular networks remains difficult.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop and evaluate a magnetic actuation function for steering aggregated MNPs.
    • To enhance the targeting performance of MNPs in a vascular network.
    • To address the limitations posed by nanoparticle aggregation in drug delivery applications.

    Main Methods:

    • Introduction of governing dynamics for nanoparticle movement.
    • Proposal of a modified field function (MFF) concept for magnetic control.

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  • Simulation of particle steering performance using a computational platform with a Y-shape channel.

    • Main Results:

    • The proposed magnetic actuation method demonstrated effective steering of aggregated MNPs.
    • Simulated results showed acceptable agreement with experimental data.
    • The MFF concept facilitated more accurate control over nanoparticle trajectories.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed magnetic actuation function successfully overcomes MNP aggregation issues.
    • This approach significantly improves the accuracy and performance of targeted drug delivery.
    • The study provides a viable strategy for enhancing MNP-based therapeutic applications.