http://nextbigfuture.disqus.com/enSat, 18 Jul 2009 14:34:00 -0000http://nextbigfuture.com/2009/07/current-nanoparticle-for-drug-delivery.html#comment-12884556<p>I like the blog.</p><p>I think the list is missing metallic nanoparticles, or nano-crystalline particles.</p><p>In the case of Acticoat, a commercial wound dressing, the nanoparticles go beyond the role of delivery vehicle and are considered the active ingredient.</p><p>Silver nanoparticles (the species of nanoparticle included in Acticoat) have been shown to have broad spectrum antimicrobial efficacy, and in some papers even an antiviral effect.</p><p>Also, I believe metallic nanoparticles are used in some sunscreens - but that's more preventative medicine.</p>whatisthewhatSat, 18 Jul 2009 14:34:00 -0000