Advances in machine learning-enhanced nanozymes

Abstract

Nanozymes, synthetic nanomaterials that mimic the catalytic functions of natural enzymes, have emerged as transformative technologies for biosensing, diagnostics, and environmental monitoring. Since their introduction, nanozymes have rapidly evolved with significant advancements in their design and applications, particularly through the integration of machine learning (ML). Machine learning (ML) has optimized nanozyme efficiency by predicting ideal size, shape, and surface chemistry, reducing experimental time and resources. This review explores the rapid advancements in nanozyme technology, highlighting the role of ML in improving performance across various bioapplications, including real-time monitoring and the development of chemiluminescent, electrochemical and colorimetric sensors. We discuss the evolution of different types of nanozymes, their catalytic mechanisms, and the impact of ML on their property optimization. Furthermore, this review addresses challenges related to data quality, scalability, and standardization, while highlighting future directions for ML-driven nanozyme development. By examining recent innovations, this review highlights the potential of combining nanozymes with ML to drive the development of next-generation diagnostic and detection technologies.