Magneto-optical nanosystems for tumor multimodal imaging and therapy in-vivo

• Published in: Materials today bio 2024-06, Vol.26, p.101027, Article 101027
• Main Authors: Wang, Mengzhen, Wang, Yin, Fu, Qinrui
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Subjects: Cancer therapy; Magneto-optical nanosystems; Multimodal imaging; Precision medicine
• ISSN: 2590-0064; 2590-0064
• DOI: 10.1016/j.mtbio.2024.101027

Multimodal imaging, which combines the strengths of two or more imaging modalities to provide complementary anatomical and molecular information, has emerged as a robust technology for enhancing diagnostic sensitivity and accuracy, as well as improving treatment monitoring. Moreover, the application of multimodal imaging in guiding precision tumor treatment can prevent under- or over-treatment, thereby maximizing the benefits for tumor patients. In recent years, several intriguing magneto-optical nanosystems with both magnetic and optical properties have been developed, leading to significant breakthroughs in the field of multimodal imaging and image-guided tumor therapy. These advancements pave the way for precise tumor medicine. This review summarizes various types of magneto-optical nanosystems developed recently and describes their applications as probes for multimodal imaging and agents for image-guided therapeutic interventions. Finally, future research and development prospects of magneto-optical nanosystems are discussed along with an outlook on their further applications in the biomedical field. [Display omitted] •Recent advancements in magneto-optical nanosystems and their biomedicine applications is provided.•Various types of magneto-optical nanosystems are introduced.•Underlining the significance of magneto-optical nanosystems in multimodal imaging and image-guided tumor treatments.•Presenting the challenges and future research directions in field of magneto-optical nanosystems for biomedicine.