A short review on nanotechnology interventions against COVID-19.

Autor: Tharayil A; School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala 686560 India., Rajakumari R; International and Inter-University Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala 686560 India., Chirayil CJ; Newman College, Thodupuzha, Kerala 685585 India., Thomas S; School of Energy Materials, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala 686560 India.; International and Inter-University Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala 686560 India.; School of Chemical Sciences, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala 686560 India., Kalarikkal N; International and Inter-University Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala 686560 India.; School of Pure and Applied Physics, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala 686560 India.
Jazyk: angličtina
Zdroj: Emergent materials [Emergent Mater] 2021; Vol. 4 (1), pp. 131-141. Date of Electronic Publication: 2021 Feb 03.
DOI: 10.1007/s42247-021-00163-z
Abstrakt: The COVID-19 has affected all major aspects of the society in a global perspective. The role of nanotechnology is much sought after in fighting this pandemic. Advanced materials based on nanotechnology are the basis of several technologies starting from masks and personal protection equipment to specific diagnostic tools that could diminish the impact of COVID-19. Development of nanotechnology-based products is therefore an absolute necessity for fight against COVID-19. We examine the fundamental concepts related to virology, histopathologic findings and how nanotechnology can help in fighting the disease. In this review we discuss the state of the art and ongoing nanotechnology-based strategies like antiviral coatings, 3D printing and therapeutics to fight against this deadly disease. The importance of using nanoparticles in point of care tests and biosensors is also highlighted.
Competing Interests: Conflict of interestThe authors declare that they have no conflict of interest.
(© Qatar University and Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2021.)
Databáze: MEDLINE
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