SELECTED APPLICATIONS OF METAL NANOPARTICLES IN MEDICINE AND PHARMACOLOGY

Background: Nanotechnology is a field of science and technology that has been developing rapidly for several decades. It is considered to be one of the major activity areas of the scientific, technological and innovation sectors. The use of innovative technologies enables the modification and production of nanomaterials with new or enhanced properties. Metal nanoparticles are different from their bulk counterparts, and they have become the subject of growing attention due to their unique characteristics caused by their different size as well as their potential applications.

Methods: As a result, they are used in many different areas of life. This work presents the most important examples of metal nanoparticle applications in pharmacology, cancer therapy and stomatology.

Results and conclusion: Nanotechnology makes it possible to quickly transform the results of basic research into successful innovations, and develop leading technologies whose results can be implemented in large international groups of companies and small businesses in all sectors of the economy. As such actions require a properly functioning supply chain, the development and implementation of nanotechnology products will not reach the appropriate level without the proper logistics.