Gel nanoparticle

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004796",
  "term": "Gel nanoparticle",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A discrete particle composed of a cross-linked polymer network swollen with a solvent, with dimensions in the nanometer range. These particles exhibit properties of both gels and nanoparticles, including high surface area and tunable swelling behavior. They find applications in targeted drug delivery, biosensing, and as components in advanced materials.",
  "synonyms": [
    "nanogel"
  ],
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "see_also": [
    "equivalent particle diameter"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2011, 83, 2229. 'Terminology of polymers and polymerization processes in dispersed systems (IUPAC Recommendations 2011)' on page 2231 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-10-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/gel-nanoparticle/"
}