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Isah M. Zeolite as an efficient nanocarrier and its applications: A mini review. pbp 2025; 7 (2)
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Department of Biosciences, Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 UTM Skudai, Johor, Malaysia , imustapha@graduate.utm.my
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Nanoparticles possess significant potential across a wide array of applications; however, their unencapsulated deployment is impeded by various challenges, including aggregation, instability, and toxicity. Zeolites, which are crystalline aluminosilicate minerals, have surfaced as promising carriers to mitigate these issues, thereby enhancing the stability, functionality, and targeting capabilities of nanoparticles. The unique microporous architecture, extensive surface area, and remarkable stability of zeolites render them suitable for applications within the biomedical, environmental, and industrial domains. In the field of biomedicine, zeolites facilitate targeted drug delivery by leveraging their pH-responsive characteristics to release therapeutic agents consequently improving therapeutic efficacy whilst reducing adverse effects. Furthermore, zeolites are conducive to theragnostic applications, which integrate both diagnostic and therapeutic functionalities. In the context of environmental remediation, nano-zeolites proficiently eliminate pollutants via mechanisms including ion-exchange, sorption, and photodegradation, with green synthesis methodologies further promoting their sustainability. In industrial contexts, zeolites serve as catalysts, wherein the incorporation of metal nanoparticles into their frameworks enhances catalytic efficiency, selectivity, and stability. In agricultural settings, these materials enable delivery of nutrients and agrochemicals, thereby fostering sustainable practices. Moreover, their application in gas delivery systems, such as the transport of nitric oxide and carbon dioxide, underscores their versatility in biomedical environments. Nevertheless, their extensive applicability, challenges pertaining to scalable synthesis and cost-effectiveness necessitate attention. This review accentuates the transformative potential of zeolites as multifunctional nanocarriers, thereby paving the way for innovations within the biomedical, environmental, and industrial sectors.
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Received: 2024/12/19 | Accepted: 2025/01/29 | Published: 2025/01/29
Received: 2024/12/19 | Accepted: 2025/01/29 | Published: 2025/01/29
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