Applications of nanotechnology to biotechnology commentary.
The ability to systematically modify the properties of nanostructures by controlling their structure and their surface properties at a nanoscale level makes them extremely attractive candidates for use in biological contexts, from fundamental scientific studies to commercially viable technologies.
West
J L
JL
Department of Bioengineering, Rice University, Houston, TX 77005-1892, USA. jwest@rice.edu
Halas
N J
NJ
D001709:Biotechnology / Q000379:methods*; D003116:Color; D003460:Crystallization; D016503:Drug Delivery Systems; D005456:Fluorescent Dyes / Q000378:metabolism; D006046:Gold; D011108:Polymers / Q000378:metabolism; D012666:Semiconductors
D005456:Fluorescent Dyes; D011108:Polymers; D006046:Gold