The present review details a chronological description of the events that took place during
the development of mesoporous materials, their different synthetic routes and their use as …

Natural silica and silicates are predominantly crystalline and constitute the most abundant
components of the Earth's crust. Man-made silica is typically amorphous and manufactured …

In recent years, nanomedicine has emerged at the forefront of nanotechnology, generating
great expectations in the biomedical field. Researchers are developing novel nanoparticles …

Predetermining the physico‐chemical properties, biosafety, and stimuli‐responsiveness of
nanomaterials in biological environments is essential for safe and effective biomedical …

Over the years, a plethora of materials–natural and synthetic–have been engineered at a
nanoscopic level and explored for drug delivery. Nanocarriers based on such materials …

Conspectus Silica-based nanoparticles (SNPs) are a classic type of material employed in
biomedical applications because of their excellent biocompatibility and tailorable …

The biorelated degradability and clearance of siliceous nanomaterials have been
questioned worldwide, since they are crucial prerequisites for the successful translation in …

99% of administered nanoparticles will accumulate and sequester in the liver after
administration into the body. This results in reduced delivery to the targeted diseased tissue …

Realization of the immense potential of nanomaterials for biomedical applications will
require a thorough understanding of how they interact with cells, tissues, and organs. There …

Silicon-based materials and their oxides are widely used in drug delivery, dietary
supplements, implants and dental fillers. Silica nanoparticles (SiNPs) interact with …