Photothermal therapy: Advancements in Nanotechnology for Targeted Cancer Treatment

Fouad Sabry

Mar 2025 · One Billion Knowledgeable

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Photothermal therapy, a cuttingedge technique within the realm of nanotechnology, has revolutionized the way we approach medical treatments. This book offers an indepth exploration of the mechanisms, materials, and applications that make photothermal therapy an exciting frontier in medicine. By combining nanomaterials with lightbased therapies, we unlock the potential for precision medicine, cancer treatment, and more. Designed for professionals, students, and enthusiasts alike, this comprehensive guide is a mustread for anyone keen on understanding the synergy between nanotechnology and medical innovation

Photothermal therapy-The foundational concept of using nanomaterials for lightbased treatments in medicine

Localized surface plasmon-A study of plasmonic effects and their role in enhancing therapeutic efficiency

HadiyahNicole Green-An overview of HadiyahNicole Green’s groundbreaking contributions to nanotechnology and photothermal therapy

Carbon quantum dot-Exploring the potential of carbon quantum dots as highly effective agents for photothermal therapy

Plasmonic nanoparticles-Delving into plasmonic nanoparticles' unique ability to absorb and convert light energy for medical use

Nanomaterials-An introduction to the different types of nanomaterials and their applications in photothermal therapy

Carbon nanotubes in medicine-The role of carbon nanotubes in enhancing targeted drug delivery and photothermal treatments

Nanomedicine-A deep dive into the broader field of nanomedicine and its integration with photothermal therapies

Nanoparticle drug delivery-The impact of nanoparticles on revolutionizing the way drugs are delivered within the body

Gold nanocage-Understanding the exceptional capabilities of gold nanocages in improving treatment precision and efficiency

JiXin Cheng-An exploration of JiXin Cheng’s significant contributions to the advancement of medical nanotechnology

Photoimmunotherapy-The combination of light and immune therapy in the fight against cancer and other diseases

Upconverting nanoparticles-A discussion on the benefits of upconverting nanoparticles in targeting deep tissues with minimal damage

Magneticplasmonic bifunctional nanoparticles-Investigating the dual functionality of magneticplasmonic nanoparticles in medical treatments

Gold nanoparticles in chemotherapy-How gold nanoparticles are enhancing the effectiveness of traditional chemotherapy

Nanocarrier-A look at the role of nanocarriers in transporting drugs and biomolecules for targeted therapies

Nanoshell-The use of nanoshells in improving the specificity and efficiency of photothermal treatments

Applications of nanotechnology-A broad overview of nanotechnology’s various applications in medicine, beyond photothermal therapy

Photosensitizer-The role of photosensitizers in photothermal therapy, and how they aid in cellular targeting

Colloidal gold-The utilization of colloidal gold particles in photothermal therapy for their unique optical properties

Artificial enzyme-A closing exploration of artificial enzymes' role in nanomedicine and their promise in medical treatments

About the author

Fouad Sabry is the former Regional Head of Business Development for Applications at HP. Fouad has received his B.Sc. of Computer Systems and Automatic Control in 1996, dual master’s degrees from University of Melbourne (UoM) in Australia, Master of Business Administration (MBA) in 2008, and Master of Management in Information Technology (MMIT) in 2010. Fouad has more than 30 years of experience in Information Technology and Telecommunications fields, working in local, regional, and international companies, such as Vodafone and IBM. Fouad joined HP in 2013 and helped develop the business in tens of markets. Currently, Fouad is an entrepreneur, author, futurist, and founder of One Billion Knowledge (1BK) Initiative.

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