DENDRIMERS: A NEW CLASS OF NANOPOLYMERS

Dendrimers are nanosized, radially symmetrical molecules that possess a well-defined, uniform, and monodisperse structure. They generally consist of a central core, an inner branching layer, and an outer functional surface. Traditional macromolecular architectures often produce polydisperse molecules with different molecular weights, whereas dendrimers provide a more controlled structure. Various types of dendrimers have been developed, exhibiting biological properties such as polyvalency, selfassembly, electrostatic interactions, chemical stability, low cytotoxicity, and good solubility. Due to these unique properties, dendrimers have gained significant attention in the medical field. This review highlights the different applications of dendrimers in medicine and drug delivery.