Recent advances in biomedical applications of 2D nanomaterials with peroxidase-like properties

Abstract

Significant progress has been made in developing two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials owing to their ultra-thin structure, high specific surface area, and many other advantages. Recently, 2D nanomaterials with enzyme-like properties, especially peroxidase (POD)-like activity, are highly desirable for many biomedical applications. In this review, we first classify the types of 2D POD-like nanomaterials and then summarize various strategies for endowing 2D nanomaterials with POD-like properties. Representative examples of biomedical applications are reviewed, emphasizing in antibacterial, biosensing, and cancer therapy. Last, the future challenges and prospects of 2D POD-like nanomaterials are discussed. This review is expected to provide an in-depth understanding of 2D POD-like materials for biomedical applications.

Keywords: 2D nanomaterials; Biomedical applications; Enzyme-like; Peroxidase.