Chitosan-Based Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications

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Chitosan-Based Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications is written by Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji and published by Elsevier. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 0443139989 (ISBN 10) and 9780443139987 (ISBN 13).

Chitosan-Based Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications explores the use of chitosan-based nanoparticles as a sustainable solution for the development of improved therapeutic and diagnostic techniques. A range of biomedical applications is reviewed, including treatment against highly resistant bacteria and parasites; tissue regeneration; drug delivery, and more. Moreover, the application of chitosan-based nanoparticles for the effective delivery of hormones, vaccines, phytochemicals, nutraceuticals, and their application in immobilization of enzymes is also discussed in detail. This book provides a state-of-the-art overview for materials scientists, pharmaceutical scientists, and researchers with an interest in the development of novel materials for therapeutics. - Provides a comprehensive overview of chitosan-based nanoparticles, from extraction, synthesis and characterization to biomedical applications, clinical trials and toxicological considerations - Covers a range of biomedical applications, including nutraceuticals, wound healing, antimicrobial treatment, cancer therapeutics, and more - Utilizes an interdisciplinary approach, combining materials science, biochemistry, and bioscience inputs to appeal to a broad audience