Potential Risk and Benefits in Developing New Nanobot Technologies and Future Posibilities

Year : 2025 | Volume : 16 | Issue : 01 | Page : 87 93
    By

    K.Antony Ajitha,

  • V.Sandhiya,

  • D.Jeslin,

  • S.Gowtham,

  • R.Sundarajan,

  • G.Vijiyamma,

  • N.Deepa,

  1. Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmaceutics, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital Campus, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chromepet, Tamil Nadu, India
  2. Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmaceutics, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital Campus, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chromepet, Tamil Nadu, India
  3. Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmaceutics, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital Campus, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chromepet, Tamil Nadu, India
  4. Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmaceutics, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital Campus, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chromepet, Tamil Nadu, India
  5. Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmaceutics, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital Campus, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chromepet, Tamil Nadu, India
  6. Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital Campus, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chromepet ,Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  7. Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacognosy,Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital Campus, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chromepet ,Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Abstract

The development of new nanobot technologies has the potential to revolutionize various fields, including medicine, manufacturing, and environmental science. However, as with any emerging technology, there are potential risks and benefits associated with nanobots. This abstract explores the potential risks, including toxicity, unintended consequences, and environmental impact, as well as the potential benefits, such as targeted drug delivery, diagnostic imaging, and tissue engineering. We also discuss the future possibilities of nanobot technologies, including swarm robotics, DNA-based nanobots, and nanobot-assisted surgery. Furthermore, we highlight the need for careful consideration of the potential risks and benefits, as well as the development of regulatory frameworks and safety protocols to ensure the responsible development and deployment of nanobot technologies.The concept of microscopic or nanoscale robots that are usually made to carry out extremely specialized functions at the molecular or cellular level is known as “abstract nanobots.” Although the term “nanobots” is frequently used in science fiction, it is also becoming more and more popular in disciplines like engineering, medicine, and nanotechnology.

Keywords: Nanobots, nanorobotics, potential risks, potential benefits, future possibilities, regulatory frameworks, safety protocols

[This article belongs to Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science ]

How to cite this article:
K.Antony Ajitha, V.Sandhiya, D.Jeslin, S.Gowtham, R.Sundarajan, G.Vijiyamma, N.Deepa. Potential Risk and Benefits in Developing New Nanobot Technologies and Future Posibilities. Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science. 2025; 16(01):87-93.
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K.Antony Ajitha, V.Sandhiya, D.Jeslin, S.Gowtham, R.Sundarajan, G.Vijiyamma, N.Deepa. Potential Risk and Benefits in Developing New Nanobot Technologies and Future Posibilities. Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science. 2025; 16(01):87-93. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/rrjops/article=2025/view=201945


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Volume 16
Issue 01
Received 18/01/2025
Accepted 12/02/2025
Published 25/02/2025
Publication Time 38 Days
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