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14 articles for “drug-delivery carriers”
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Recent Advances in Aquasomes Carrier Nanotechnology for Drug Delivery
Abstract: Aquasomes are a nanobiopharmaceutical carrier device with nanocrystalline calcium phosphate or ceramic diamond particle center and a polyhydroxyl oligomeric film covering them. Aquasomes are spherical 60–300 nm objects that are used to deliver drugs and antigens. It was an effective carrier mechanism for bioactive molecules such as peptides, proteins, hormones, antigens, and genes to particular locations because of properties such as defense and preservation of fragile biological molecules, conformational integrity, …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 35–44 Read article
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Biopolymers in Medical Application: A Study
Abstract: Biopolymers – naturally derived macromolecules, such as polysaccharides, proteins, and polyhydroxyalkanoates – have emerged as a versatile toolbox for next-generation medical technologies. Their intrinsic biocompatibility, tunable degradation kinetics, and capacity for molecular functionalization enable the design of devices that communicate with living tissue rather than merely coexist with it. This review synthesizes recent advances across four inter-related fronts: (i) drug-delivery carriers, where chitosan-based nanoparticles and hyaluronic-acid hydrogels provide stimulus-responsive release …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Preparation of Diclofenac Sodium Loaded Invasomes - A Novel Carrier for Drug Delivery
Abstract: Background: Diclofenac sodium is capable of providing benefit to patients suffering from: rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and gout. Diclofenac sodium is a medicine that reduces inflammation and pain. It is also used to treat aches and pains, as well as problems with joints, muscles, and bones. The aim of the present work is to prepare diclofenac sodium invasomes by thin film hydration technique. Methodology: In the present study, for the preparation …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 45–50 Read article
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Polymeric and Modified Nanofibers and Its Application
Abstract: Polymeric nano-fiber based materials and their application is one of the research areas in materials science and nanotechnology. Nano-fibrous materials are receiving extensive research interest for applications in diverse fields as biosensors, optical and chemical sensors, stimuli-responsive or "smart" materials, bioreactors, drug delivery carriers, antibacterial materials, tissue engineering scaffolds, clean energy, electronic and semiconductive materials, reinforced nano-composites, affinity membranes, etc. This is because of their important and interesting characteristics such …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Synthesis and characterization of Calcium Alginate Nanoparticle for Drug Delivery Application
Abstract: The polymeric nanoparticles (PNPs) are prepared from biocompatible and biodegradable polymers such as chitosan, gelatin, sodium alginate and albumin in size between 10-1000 nm where the drug is dissolved, entrapped, encapsulated or attached to a nanoparticle matrix. Their nanometer-size promotes effective permeation through cell membranes and stability in the blood stream. These smart PNPs are widely used as carriers in the pharmaceutical sector for controlled release in drug delivery. In …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 35–41 Read article
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Photon assisted Bio Nanopolymers for applications of drug delivery, diagnosis & would healing
Abstract: Biopolymers are valuable complex materials. They attract attentions of many scientists, engineers, and medical professionals’ for application research. The focus of this research is a base line assessment of valuable Nanosized biopolymers, Chitosan. As ordinary polymers, nano sized biopolymers are visualized as natural and synthetic polymers. Hence, systematic descriptions of nanosized biopolymers, the synthesis methods, characterization methods, and biomedical application will be presented. In this regard, the photon activated green …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 25–36 Read article
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Nanotechnology Based Drug Delivery System in Tuberculosis: Review
Abstract: From near the beginning centuries to present life Tuberculosis remains the world-wide disease without any limitations. In the other hand, in some cases in the infected individuals the disease remains in a dormant state. In this stage the treatment is hard as the lipid mycobacterial wall is thick & the delivery of drug inside the bacterial cell is difficult. Due to this new face of TB it becomes the major …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 14–24 Read article
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Review on Development of Ethosomal Formulation of Ginger
Abstract: Transdermal drug delivery, self-contained, discrete dosage forms which, when applied to the skin, deliver the drug, through the skin at controlled rate to the systemic circulation. Ethosomes, noninvasive delivery carriers that enable drugs to reach deep into the skin layers or the systemic circulation which is made up of phospholipids, ethanol and water. This review article summarizes structure, advantages, disadvantages, composition of ethosomes and mechanism of drug penetration, method of …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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Chemical Synthesis and Functional Engineering of Poly(lactide-co-glycolic acid) in Medicine
Abstract: Poly (lactide-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) is one of the most extensively studied biodegradable polymers in modern medicine due to its excellent biocompatibility, tunable degradation behavior, and regulatory acceptance. Originally introduced in resorbable surgical sutures and implants, PLGA has evolved into a highly versatile platform for controlled and targeted drug delivery systems. This review presents a comprehensive analysis of PLGA’s chemical structure, synthesis methods, physicochemical properties, degradation mechanisms, and established clinical applications. …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Automated Diagnosis and Drug Delivery System for Colon Cancer Using Biosensors and Nanostructures
Abstract: Colorectal cancer stands as a significant global health challenge, necessitating innovative approaches for early detection and effective treatment. This paper presents a novel framework for addressing this challenge by integrating biosensors with nano materials and nano structures to create an automated system for colon cancer diagnosis and treatment. The proposed system leverages the unique properties of biosensors for real-time disease detection and the advanced capabilities of nano materials and nano …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 10–23 Read article
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Emulsomes-based Formulations for Effective Delivery of Small Molecules: Recent Advances and Modern Applications Perspectives
Abstract: Oral administration is the simplest, most cost-effective, and most important form of medication delivery. As a result, scientists have faced difficulty in improving dosage formulations, particularly for the goal of extended-release. Vesicular drug delivery methods were created to address issues with medicines such as low bioavailability, protection from the hostile stomach environment, and protection against degrading gastric enzymes. Emulsomes were created as a new lipoidal vesicular system with an internal …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 29–39 Read article
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In-Vitro Evaluation of Control Release of Drug with Carbon Based Nanomaterials
Abstract: Nanomaterials have been introduced as a novel & interesting materials due to their advance properties & their use in nanotechnology applications like nano-sensors, nano-chips, control & targeted drug delivery, diagnosis, gene therapy. These all possibilities are due to their physico-chemical & multifunctional biological characteristics. In medicine, control release of drug is a factor to reduce dosage form in revert reduce side effects. In this work, nanomaterials are using as a …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Nanocomposite Hydrogels for Water Purification
Abstract: DNA hydrogels have been demonstrated as versatile catalysts, potential adsorbents, sensors and immobilization carriers of bioactive molecules. They are a type of tenuous, semiflexible polymeric network that consists of precisely designed synthetic nucleotide strands as chemical or physical cross-linkers. Hydrogels have been widely studied due to their improved physicochemical properties and used as antibacterial platforms, wastewater pollutants, adsorbents and drug deliverers. Because of their biocompatibility and the ability to mix …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 17–21 Read article
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Potential of Novel Carriers for Effective Management of Acetaminophen Induced Hepatotoxicity
Abstract: Liver is a vital organ of the human body. It plays an important role in the human body. Acetaminophen when taken in therapeutic doses, it is used in the treatment of various conditions. Hepatotoxicity is the prime factor responsible for drug withdrawal from the market. There is no doubt that hepatotoxicity requires considerable attention and that every viable measure be taken towards an efficient mechanism for hepatoprotection. The overdose of …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 Read article