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ReviewCureus2025

Nanobiotechnology Unveils the Power of Probiotics: A Comprehensive Review on the Synergistic Role of Probiotics and Advanced Nanotechnology in Enhancing Geriatric Health.

Onkar Kadam, Swayamprava Dalai, Bhawna Chauhan, Rashmi Ranjan Guru, Subhodip Mitra, Namita Raytekar, Rahul Kumar

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Review in Cureus, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 6 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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2 · The registry

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

6 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

7 authors.

Onkar KadamBiotechnology, Symbiosis Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Symbiosis International (Deemed) University, Pune, IND.
Swayamprava DalaiBiotechnology, Symbiosis Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Symbiosis International (Deemed) University, Pune, IND.
Bhawna ChauhanSchool of Biotech Engineering and Food Technology, Chandigarh University, Chandigarh, IND.
Rashmi Ranjan GuruHospital Administration, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur, Jodhpur, IND.
Subhodip MitraHospital Administration, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Kalyani, Kolkata, IND.
Namita RaytekarMedical Technology, Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences, Pune, IND.
Rahul KumarHospital Administration, Symbiosis University Hospital & Research Centre, Pune, IND.

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

The geriatric population, comprising ages 65 and above, encounters distinct health obstacles because of physiological changes and heightened vulnerability to diseases. New technologies are being investigated to tackle the intricate health requirements of this population. Recent advancements in probiotics and nanotechnology offer promising strategies to enhance geriatric health by improving nutrient absorption, modulating gut microbiota, and delivering targeted therapeutic agents. Probiotics play a crucial role in maintaining gut homeostasis, reducing inflammation, and supporting metabolic functions. However, challenges such as limited viability and efficacy in harsh gastrointestinal conditions hinder their therapeutic potential. Advanced nanotechnology can overcome these constraints by enhancing the efficacy of probiotics through nano-encapsulation, controlled delivery, and improvement of bioavailability. This review explores the synergistic potential of probiotics and advanced nanotechnology in addressing age-related health concerns. It highlights key developments in probiotic formulations, nano-based delivery systems, and their combined impact on gut health, immunity, and neuroprotection. The convergence of probiotics and nanotechnology represents a novel and transformative approach to promoting healthy aging, paving the way for innovative therapeutic interventions.

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geriatric health and nutritiongut microflorahealthy agingnano-biotechnologynanocarriersprobiotics and microbiometargeted drug delivery

Identifiers

PMID40225478
PMCPMC11990693

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