Gold nanoparticles: preparation, properties, and applications in bionanotechnology.
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A mini-review of fabrication strategies for AuNPs is presented and a selection of recent applications of these materials in bionanotechnology is highlighted.Abstract:
Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) are important components for biomedical applications. AuNPs have been widely employed for diagnostics, and have seen increasing use in the area of therapeutics. In this mini-review, we present fabrication strategies for AuNPs and highlight a selection of recent applications of these materials in bionanotechnology.read more
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