The ability of fullerene derivatives to eliminate free radicals and their biological effects

The unique chemical and physical properties of buckminsterfullerene (C60) and its derivatives, especially the excellent ability to eliminate free radicals, have generated increasing interest for researchers in the field of biomedicine. Subsequently, considerable investigations have been conducted into the biological effects of C60, and remarkable progress has been made in recent years. In this paper, we mainly review the biological effects of various C60 derivatives, particularly on the free radical scavenging effect and its significance in practical application. Key words: Fullerenes; Free radicals; Antioxidant effect