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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Nanotechnology
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Artificial molecular machines (AMMs) possess dynamic and stimuli-responsive properties driven by noncovalent interactions.
  • These characteristics make AMMs highly promising for applications in cancer theranostics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce the potential applications of AMMs in cancer diagnosis and therapy.
  • To highlight the role of AMMs in controlled drug delivery, bioorthogonal catalysis, imaging, and cell membrane permeabilization.

Main Methods:

  • This work is a perspective, summarizing existing research and potential future directions.
  • It involves a conceptual overview of AMM capabilities in the context of cancer theranostics.

Main Results:

  • AMMs can be utilized for precise control over drug release kinetics.
  • Potential for targeted cancer imaging and therapy enhancement through AMM integration.

Conclusions:

  • AMMs present a versatile platform for advancing cancer theranostics.
  • Further multidisciplinary research is encouraged to translate AMM potential into clinical applications.