Application of Nanotechnology in the Medical Field

The book is on nanomedicine, covering its history, properties, types of nanoparticles, clinical applications, development challenges, and future prospects.​Core ConceptsNanomedicine applies nanotechnology to medicine for improved diagnostics, targeted drug delivery, and treatment, addressing limitations of traditional drugs like poor solubility and side effects. It leverages nanoparticles (1-1000 nm) for enhanced bioavailability, controlled release, and crossing biological barriers.​Key Nanoparticle TypesCommon types include liposomes, gold nanoparticles, polymeric nanoparticles, dendrimers, nanocrystals, black phosphorus, and quantum dots, each offering biocompatibility, high drug loading, and targeted therapy. For example, liposomes enable slow-release and vaccine delivery, while gold nanoparticles support photothermal therapy.​Clinical ApplicationsNanomedicines target cancer (via EPR effect), ocular/infectious diseases, obesity, brain disorders, pulmonary/heart conditions, skin issues, and immunology. Over 70 FDA/EMA-approved products exist, with many in trials, though challenges like toxicity and manufacturing persist.

Pagina's: 52, Paperback, Scholars' Press