Peptides as Diagnostic, Therapeutic, and Theranostic Tools: Progress and Future Challenges

Area of Science:

• Biochemistry
• Pharmacology
• Molecular Imaging

Background:

• Peptides offer advantages over small molecules and biologics, including selectivity, sensitivity, low toxicity, and ease of modification.
• Their properties make them suitable for both therapeutic and diagnostic applications, including molecular imaging.
• Peptides are being explored as theranostics, combining diagnostic and therapeutic functions.

Conclusions:

• Peptides are versatile molecules with broad applications in medicine.
• Continued research into peptide design and delivery systems is crucial for clinical translation.
• Peptides represent a promising frontier in theranostics for diverse diseases.