Predictive shape optimization and pH-responsive drug release in Au-doped Fe₃O₄ nanocarriers: a hybrid computational–experimental approach for targeted theranostics

Medical Engineering & Physics 2026 Open access

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Authors: R. M. Harris, P M Shumbula, C Andraos, Mary Gulumian, V Wepener
DOI: 10.1088/1873-4030/ae23c0
Cited by: 1
References: 33

Abstract

nanoparticles were synthesized and characterized with the aid of TEM, XRD, FTIR and VSM. TEM confirmed the size distribution 1-12 nm and the release at pH 5.7 reached 84% vs 41% at pH 7.4 within 48 h.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Nanoparticle-Based Drug Delivery Iron oxide chemistry and applications Characterization and Applications of Magnetic Nanoparticles

Publication details

Journal / source
Medical Engineering & Physics
Publisher
IOP Publishing
Volume
147
Issue
1
Pages
015011–015011
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN