Functionalized gold nanoparticles for drug delivery applications

Gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) have been receiving great attention over the years due to their unique optical, electrical and biological properties. The functionalization of AuNPs is an important research interest owing to its potential application in various areas including biomedical, defense, food and environmental. Herein, we demonstrate a simple and effective method for the synthesis of functionalized AuNPs. Gold nanoparticles were synthesized...