Rede Nano Saúde is a nanotechnology network that accelerates the development of nano-products for tissue regeneration and medical treatments. It connects scientific research with the productive sector through specialized analysis, development, and consulting services, supporting entrepreneurship in nanomedicine.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
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Problem
Developing novel nano-products for tissue regeneration and treatments for traumas, tumors, and infectious processes presents significant challenges in bridging fundamental scientific research with practical application. This gap often hinders the translation of laboratory discoveries into tangible, effective, and safe therapeutic solutions.
Solution
Rede Nano Saúde functions as a nanotechnology network that facilitates the development of nano-products for tissue regeneration and the treatment of various medical conditions. The network connects scientific research with the productive sector by offering specialized services in analysis, development, and consulting. It actively supports entrepreneurship within the nanotechnology field, aiming to accelerate the translation of scientific knowledge into deployable, safe, and effective products for healthcare applications.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes researchers, companies, and entrepreneurs in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors focused on developing advanced nanomedicine solutions.
Features
- Development of nano-products utilizing polymers (PLA, PLGA, PCL, chitosan, alginate), metals (Ag, Au), carbon-based materials (graphene quantum dots), magnetic iron oxides, and ceramic phosphates.
- Synthesis and processing of nanoparticles, nanoclusters, emulsions, membranes, implants, and 3D scaffolds with controlled dimensions and porosities.
- Functionalization and radiolabeling of nanomaterials with biomolecules and radioisotopes for targeted delivery and radiotherapeutic applications.
- Comprehensive physical-chemical characterization of nanomaterials across multiple scales, including X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), particle size analysis, porosity, and surface area measurements.
- In vitro and in vivo biological and toxicological evaluations, including cytotoxicity assays, immunotoxicity, hepatotoxicity, assessment of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species, cytokine production, and wound healing assays.
- Pre-clinical and clinical safety and efficacy studies for biomaterials and nanopackaged therapeutics, adhering to national and international regulatory standards.
- Consulting services for process and product optimization in nanomedicine development.
- Entrepreneurship support through collaborative projects, consulting, and partnerships for technological innovation in nanotechnology for health.