Abstract
Hybrid functional materials, composed of inorganic and organic components, are considered
versatile platforms whose applications in electronics, optics, mechanics, energy storage, informatics,
catalysis, sensors, and medicine field have represented a breakthrough for human well-being.
Among hybrid materials, micro/nanostructured hybrid colloidal systems have been widely investigated
due to the dramatic enhancement of activity provided by the large surface area exposed at the
interfaces with respect to the bulk counterpart. Recently, a growing interest has been in the exploration
of novel environmental-friendly and versatile procedures that allow the formulation of hybrid
nanostructures through safety procedures and mild experimental conditions. This review aims to
provide an introduction to hybrid organic-inorganic materials for biomedical applications in particular
nanostructured ones, describing the commonly exploited materials for their fabrication and techniques,
advantages, and drawbacks.
Keywords:
Hybrid materials, polymeric nanoparticles, metal nanoparticles, biomedical applications, components, catalysis, hybrid colloidal systems.
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