The Rise of Nanozymes: A Global Research Perspective

Nanozymes, tiny materials that mimic enzymes, are becoming big news in science. They combine the best of both worlds: the unique properties of nanomaterials and the helpful functions of enzymes. This is the first time someone has used a special method called bibliometrics to study all the research done on nanozymes worldwide. By looking at data from a big database called the Web of Science Core Collection from 2004 to 2024, researchers found that many countries are interested in nanozymes. This shows that nanozymes are a hot topic globally. But what are nanozymes? They can do things like enzymes, such as breaking down substances or helping chemical reactions. They come in different forms, like metal oxides or carbon-based materials. Nanozymes can do multiple jobs at once, like being both a catalyst and a sensor. They work in various ways, including by changing the structure of substances or transferring electrons. Nanozymes have many uses, from making medicines to cleaning up the environment. However, there are challenges in this field. As researchers learn more, they will need to find solutions to these problems. Despite the hurdles, nanozymes have a bright future. They could change many parts of technology and society in the years to come.