Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) have been widely studied and applied in the field of tumor
diagnosis and treatment because of their special fundamental properties. In order to make …

Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) have emerged as novel radiosensitizers owing to their high X-
ray absorption, synthetic versatility, and unique chemical, electronic and optical properties …

This review focuses on the radiosensitization strategies that use high-Z nanoparticles. It
does not establish an exhaustive list of the works in this field but rather propose constructive …

Enhancement of radiation effects by high-atomic number nanoparticles (NPs) has been
increasingly studied for its potential to improve radiotherapeutic efficacy. The underlying …

This roadmap outlines the potential roles of metallic nanoparticles (MNPs) in the field of
radiation therapy. MNPs made up of a wide range of materials (from Titanium, Z= 22, to …

Conclusion: AuNPs have many properties that are of great value for the diagnosis and
treatment of tumors. AuNPs are small in size and can penetrate widely and deposit on the …

Radiotherapy remains a major modality in cancer therapy. The main goal of radiotherapy is
to shrink tumors and kill cancer cells by using high-energy radiation, such as X-rays and γ …

The past decade has seen a dramatic increase in interest in the use of gold nanoparticles
(GNPs) as radiation sensitizers for radiation therapy. This interest was initially driven by their …

The advancements in nanotechnology have created multifunctional nanomaterials aimed at
enhancing diagnostic accuracy and treatment efficacy for cancer. However, the ability to …

Successful treatment of brain tumors such as glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is limited in
large part by the cumulative dose of Radiation Therapy (RT) that can be safely given and the …