Nanotechnology, basically, deals with controlling and modifying matter at molecular and atomic scale. The physical properties of matter change dramatically as its surface to area ratio is increased to nanoscales. For instance, the elements that are known to be inert start functioning as catalyst. Similarly, materials develop unique colloidal properties, solubility capacity and electrical properties. Such materials find a wide variety of application in fields as diverse as electronics, medicine and energy production.

From drug delivery and imaging to cell repair machines and nanorobots, materials with nano-dimensions are extensively used for different medical purposes. Owing to the widespread presence of nanomaterials in different medical equipments and devices, in the present day, nanomedicine has become an important branch of nanotechnology. Let’s throw some light on the different medical applications of nanotechnology.