Nanotechnology Responses to COVID-19.

Area of Science:

• Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
• Infectious Disease Research
• Materials Science

Background:

• COVID-19, caused by SARS-CoV-2, presents a severe global health challenge.
• The virus, SARS-CoV-2, can be conceptualized as a functional core-shell nanoparticle.
• Rapid and effective countermeasures are crucial for pandemic control.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the application of nanoscience and nanotechnology in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.
• To highlight the development of nanomaterials for detection, sanitation, therapies, and vaccines.
• To provide an overview of patented nanotechnology-based responses to coronaviruses.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of nanoscience and nanotechnology applications against SARS-CoV-2.
• Analysis of nanomaterial development for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
• Examination of patented technologies related to nanomedicine and COVID-19.

Main Results:

• Nanoscience provides diverse tools for SARS-CoV-2 detection, sanitation, and treatment.
• Nanomaterials are key in developing advanced diagnostic kits and antiviral therapies.
• Nanotechnology is instrumental in creating novel nanoarchitectured vaccines and disinfection systems.

Conclusions:

• Nanoscience and nanotechnology are critical in the medical, technical, and scientific response to COVID-19.
• Continued innovation in nanomedicine is essential for future pandemic preparedness.
• Patented nanotechnologies demonstrate practical applications in combating the current coronavirus outbreak.