Quantum Dot Conjugates: Revolutionizing Gastrointestinal Cancer Detection and Therapy

As technology continues to evolve, the potential for innovative approaches to cancer detection and therapy becomes increasingly promising. This Research Topic explores the application of quantum dot (QD) conjugates in the early detection and therapy of gastrointestinal cancers. By focusing on the conjugation of QDs with specific biomarkers, such as aptamers, we seek to enhance both selectivity and sensitivity.

The Research Topic will delve into potential breakthroughs in nanoimaging and nanosensing techniques, as well as examine cutting-edge methodologies in nano-theranostics. Furthermore, the topic will address the implications of these advances for personalized medicine and explore future trends in integrating nanotechnology into clinical oncology. Our goal is to highlight emerging leaders in gastroenterology and present significant advances in theory, experimentation, and methodology addressing key clinical challenges.

In this Research Topic we welcome, but are not limited to, original research and review articles on the following sub-themes:
- Advances and developments of cell gene therapy, viral and non-viral therapies, and their applications
- Prevention and diagnostic approaches, using biomarkers to aid in defining targets
- Advances in delivery systems including viral and non-viral as well as synthetic applications
- Assessment of cost and effectiveness in generating and assembling treatment in different delivery systems
- Assessment of nutrition, focus on how we can improve the nutrition microbiome of patients to help improve treatment outcomes.