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Antiprotozoal, Anthelmintic and Antivectorial Activities of Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles

Author(s):

Thainá Silva Bologna, Isabella de Oliveira Ferrato de Sousa, José Rodrigues do Carmo Neto*, Thaís Amanda de Lima Nunes, Beatriz Sodré Matos, Priscilla Elias Ferreira da Silva, Rhanoica Oliveira Guerra, Pablo Igor Ribeiro Franco, Juliana Reis Machado, Anielle Christine Almeida Silva and Marcos Vinicius da Silva   Pages 1 - 15 ( 15 )

Abstract:


Nanotechnology has been established as a promising alternative for treating a myriad of disease-causing microorganisms that pose threats to human health. The utilization of nanoparticles (NPs) emerges as a strategy to enhance the therapeutic arsenal against these diseases, especially given the tendency of many pathogens to develop resistance to conventional medications. Notably, titanium dioxide nanoparticles (TiO2NPs) have garnered attention for their multifaceted biomedical applications, encompassing antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, anticancer, antioxidant, and drug delivery properties. This review focuses on the cutting-edge potential of TiO2NPs against helminths, protozoa, and vectors, underscoring their pivotal role in combating these health-threatening agents.

Keywords:

Nanocomposite, nanoparticles, titanium dioxide, treatment, antiprotozoal and anthelmintic.

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