Biopolymer-Based Composites: Drug Delivery and Biomedical Applications

Biopolymer-Based Composites: Drug Delivery and Biomedical Applications presents a comprehensive review on recent developments in biopolymer-based composites and their use in drug delivery and biomedical applications. The information contained in this book is critical for the more efficient use of composites, as detailed up-to-date information is a pre-requirement. The information provided brings cutting-edge developments to the attention of young investigators to encourage further advances in the field of bio-composite research.

Currently, biopolymers are being investigated for the design of various drug delivery and biomedical devices due to their non-toxic, biodegradable and biocompatible nature. Mostly, biopolymer-based solid orals, gels, hydrogel beads, and transdermal matrices have been designed in order to control drug/protein release in simulated bio-fluids.

Presents the most updated information in the field of pharmaceutical and biological sciencesContains color figures and illustrations to help users understand key topicsUseful guide for young researchers working towards new innovationsIncludes chapters covered by eminent scientists in the field

1. Bio-Composites in Therapeutic Applications: Current Status and Future 2. Redox-Responsive Hydrogels 3. Stimuli-Responsive Guar Gum Composites for Colon-Specific Drug Delivery 4. Biopolymer-Based Composites for Transdermal Drug Delivery 5. Composites of Nanoparticles and Hydrogels: A potential Solution to Current Challenges in Buccal Drug Delivery 6. Bio-Composites in Ocular Drug Delivery 7. Dendrimers: Smart Nanoengineereed Polymers for Bioinspired Applications in Drug Delivery 8. Nanoparticles for Tumor Targeting 9. Biopolymer Nanoparticles for Theranostics Applications in Cancer Therapy and Bioimaging 10. Polycationic Biopolymers for Gene Delivery Applications 11. Biomedical and Drug Delivery Applications of Functionalized Inorganic Nanomaterials 12. Chitosan/Carbon-based Nanomaterials Composites as Scaffolds for Tissue Engineering