Curcumin-loaded PEGylated Magnetic Iron Oxide Nanoparticles: a Biogenic Platform for Targeted and Controlled Drug Release.

K. Vijayalakshmi A. Kavitha S. Ayyanaar

Aug 2026 · Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology · 0 citations · 61 references

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The synergistic combination of green synthesis, magnetic targeting capability, pH-triggered drug release, and superior anticancer efficacy highlights Fe3O4@PEG-CUR-NPs as a promising nanotherapeutic platform for precision cancer treatment and advanced biomedical applications.

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