Biomimetic nanoparticles for inflammation targeting

Abstract

There have been many recent exciting developments in biomimetic nanoparticles for biomedical applications. Inflammation, a protective response involving immune cells, blood vessels, and molecular mediators directed against harmful stimuli, is closely associated with many human diseases. As a result, biomimetic nanoparticles mimicking immune cells can help achieve molecular imaging and precise drug delivery to these inflammatory sites. This review is focused on inflammation-targeting biomimetic nanoparticles and will provide an in-depth look at the design of these nanoparticles to maximize their benefits for disease diagnosis and treatment.

Keywords

• Biomimetic nanoparticles
• Inflammation targeting
• Immune cells
• Targeting ligands
• Cell membrane
• Cell membrane proteins
• Molecular imaging