Nanotechnology in Targeted Delivery of Antimicrobials and Overcoming Resistance

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global concern, with traditional antibiotics becoming less effective. Advancements in nanotechnology can deliver antibiotics and drugs directly to bacterial infection sites using nanoparticles. This approach has the potential to overcome drug resistance mechanisms due to its unique targeting characteristics, multiple antimicrobial mechanisms, controlled release, and ability to penetrate biofilms. Nanotechnology can be used in vaccines, antimicrobial medicines, and artificial intelligence to predict and detect bacteria and their resistance mechanisms. Further research is needed to develop effective strategies for AMR.