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Abstract

Silver nanoclusters (AgNCs) have emerged as versatile and promising agents in the field of biomedicine due to their unique characteristics and wide uses. This article presents a summary of the transformational role performed by AgNCs in scientific research and healthcare. It begins by describing the distinguishing properties of AgNCs and their historical context, stressing their expanding relevance across diverse biological areas. The paper highlights AgNCs' uses, including bioimaging, medicines, and illness detection, highlighting their potential to transform precision medicine and better patient outcomes. Additionally, it covers problems relating to AgNC safety and regulatory concerns while emphasizing upcoming frontiers in AgNC-enabled biomedical research. Silver nanoclusters are primed to continue altering the future of healthcare, opening the door for novel solutions and enhanced healthcare delivery.

Keywords

AgNC, Biomedical Applications, Bioimaging Therapeutics, Biomedical Research

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Vaibhavi Kshatriya
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Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, S.M.B.T. College of Pharmacy, Affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University, Dhamangaon, Nashik, M.S. India-422403.

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Manoj Kumbhare
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Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, S.M.B.T. College of Pharmacy, Affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University, Dhamangaon, Nashik, M.S. India-422403.

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Shraddha Jadhav
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Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, S.M.B.T. College of Pharmacy, Affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University, Dhamangaon, Nashik, M.S. India-422403.

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Prajakta Thorat
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Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, S.M.B.T. College of Pharmacy, Affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University, Dhamangaon, Nashik, M.S. India-422403.

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Rushikesh Bhambarge
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Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, S.M.B.T. College of Pharmacy, Affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University, Dhamangaon, Nashik, M.S. India-422403.

Vaibhavi V. Kshatriya, Manoj R. Kumbhare, Shraddha V. Jadhav, Prajakata J. Thorat, Rushikesh G. Bhambarge., Silver nanoclusters versatile applications an updated review, Int. J. of Pharm. Sci., 2024, Vol 2, Issue 1, 448-460. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10538061

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