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Nano-enabled pharmacogenomics: revolutionizing personalized drug therapy
Ruchi Tiwari1, Dhruv Dev2, Maharshi Thalla3
1Psit-Pranveer Singh Institute of Technology (Pharmacy), Kanpur-Agra-Delhi National, Kanpur, India.
Journal of Biomaterials Science. Polymer Edition
|November 26, 2024
Summary
Nano-enabled pharmacogenomics merges nanotechnology with pharmacogenomics for personalized medicine. This approach addresses challenges like drug resistance and enhances targeted drug delivery for improved patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacogenomics and Nanotechnology
- Personalized Medicine
- Genomic Sciences
Background:
- Pharmacogenomics evolution and genomic science advancements.
- Challenges in drug development and personalized medicine implementation.
- Limitations of traditional pharmacogenomics, including drug resistance and delivery issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the integration of nanotechnology with pharmacogenomics.
- To explore advancements in gene editing tools and nanoparticle delivery systems.
- To discuss the impact of nanotechnology on personalized medicine and drug development.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review of pharmacogenomics and nanotechnology.
- Analysis of gene editing tools and nanoparticle delivery mechanisms.
- Examination of case studies and current clinical applications.
Main Results:
- Nanotechnology overcomes pharmacogenomic challenges like drug resistance and improves targeted delivery.
- Integration with AI and machine learning enhances nano-enabled pharmacogenomics.
- Ethical and regulatory aspects of these emerging technologies are considered.
Conclusions:
- Nano-enabled pharmacogenomics offers significant potential for personalized medicine and cancer treatment.
- Further advancements and collaborations are crucial to maximize the potential of this field.
- Nanotechnology integration is key to overcoming past limitations in pharmacogenomics.
Keywords:
CRISPR-Cas9Pharmacogenomicsdrug resistancenanoparticle delivery systemspersonalized medicinetargeted drug deliveryMore Related Videos
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