Significance of Nanotechnology
Nanotechnology is a rapidly evolving field concerned with the manipulation of materials at the nanoscale, typically sized between 1 to 100 nanometers. It encompasses the study and application of nanoparticles for various purposes, particularly in medicine, where it plays a crucial role in drug delivery systems. By altering the properties of materials at the atomic or molecular level, nanotechnology enables innovations aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of treatments, including targeted therapies for diseases such as cancer and coronary artery disease.
Synonyms: Nanoscale technology, Molecular engineering, Nanoscience, Molecular nanotechnology
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The concept of Nanotechnology in scientific sources
Nanotechnology involves manipulating materials at a molecular scale, influencing the properties of Ayurvedic preparations like Bhasmas. However, Ayurvedic practitioners reportedly show minimal interest in integrating this advanced technology into their practices.
(1) Nanotechnology research can help in modulating and directing cell fate towards desired specifications for therapeutic purposes, as per the text, for MSCs.[1]