Graphenic Materials for Biomedical Applications.

Area of Science:

• Nanomaterials Science
• Biomedical Engineering
• Materials Science

Background:

• Graphene-based nanomaterials exhibit unique properties driving extensive research.
• Biomedical applications represent a significant area of focus for graphene research.
• Recent advancements concentrate on two-dimensional (2D) carbon structures like graphene, graphene oxide (GO), and reduced graphene oxide (rGO).

Purpose of the Study:

• To review recent research (2017-2019) on graphene-based nanomaterials.
• To highlight applications in drug, gene, and protein delivery systems.
• To summarize findings on graphene-based materials with antimicrobial properties.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of scientific publications from 2017-2019.
• Focus on studies involving graphene, graphene oxide, and reduced graphene oxide.
• Analysis of research concerning biomedical applications, specifically delivery systems and antimicrobial properties.

Main Results:

• Graphene nanomaterials show significant potential in drug/gene/protein delivery systems.
• Graphene-based materials demonstrate promising antimicrobial properties.
• Research highlights the versatility of graphene, GO, and rGO in biomedical contexts.

Conclusions:

• Graphene-based nanomaterials are rapidly advancing in biomedical fields.
• Further research is warranted to fully exploit their potential in drug delivery and antimicrobial applications.
• The focus on 2D structures like graphene, GO, and rGO is crucial for targeted biomedical innovations.