Journal of Nanosciences: Current Research

Nanoparticles in Cancer Therapy: A Step toward Targeted Treatment

Abstract

Gandhi Guru

Cancer remains one of the most challenging diseases to treat, with
traditional therapies such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation often
producing limited results and causing significant side effects. Over the past
few decades, however, there has been a growing interest in the potential of
nanotechnology to revolutionize cancer treatment. Nanoparticles, which are
materials sized between 1 and 100 nanometers, offer unique advantages in
cancer therapy due to their small size, large surface area, and the ability to be
engineered for specific functions. These properties enable nanoparticles to
target cancer cells with high precision, minimize damage to healthy tissues,
and overcome many of the limitations associated with conventional cancer
treatments.