BIOFUNCTIONALIZATION, CHARACTERIZATION AND OPTICAL PROPERTIES OF GOLD NANORODS FUNCTIONALIZED WITH ANGIOTENSIN-(1-7)

Gold nanorods (GNRs) possess unique optical and electronic properties and can effectively deliver molecules to target tissues. GNRs have been proposed as a transport system for delivering biomolecules to the brain. Angiotensin-(1-7) [Ang-(1-7)] has demonstrated promising results in treating various diseases, including in vitro models of oxygen and glucose deprivation (OGD). However, the therapeutic effects of Ang-(1-7) have a short duration, due to rapid degradation in the body. Therefore, functionalizing Ang-(1-7) with GNRs can enhance its efficacy in ischemia treatment.