Micro and Nano Colloids and Their Biomedical Applications offers a comprehensive exploration of the preparation methods, characterization techniques, and real-world applications of micro and nano colloids in the fields of drug delivery, sensory technology, imaging, cosmetics, food preservation, in vitro diagnostics, and cutting-edge theranostics. It covers a wide range of nanoparticles, including liposomes, magnetic nanoparticles, latex particles, thin films, and silica-based and metal oxides nanomaterials. With a focus on showcasing the state-of-the-art and most recent developments across various life science-related disciplines, this book serves as a valuable reference for researchers and industry professionals in the fields of nanotechnology, colloidal chemistry, and biotechnology.
1. 17.1 Introduction - p. 513 2. 17.2 Polymers in theranostic applications - p. 515 3. 17.3 Relevant polymer properties for theranostic applications - p. 522 4. 17.4 External stimuli and imaging techniques for diagnostics - p. 529 5. 17.5 Preparation methods of polymeric colloids for theranostic - p. 535 6. 17.6 Theranostic applications of polymers in medicine - p. 539 7. 17.7 Challenges and future perspectives - p. 543 8. 17.8 Conclusion - p. 551 9. Abbreviations - p. 552 10. Chapter 18. Magnetic colloids and hyperthermia-mediated drug release - p. 569 11. Chapter 19. Micro and nano colloids for prolonging life expectancy: A dual approach to communicable and non-communicable diseases - p. 587 12. Chapter 20. Nanotechnology for cosmetic applications. A state of the art - p. 639 13. Index - p. 677
Micro and Nano Colloids and Their Biomedical Applications offers a comprehensive exploration of the preparation methods, characterization techniques, and real-world applications of micro and nano colloids in the fields of drug delivery, sensory technology, imaging, cosmetics, food preservation, in vitro diagnostics, and cutting-edge theranostics. It covers a wide range of nanoparticles, including liposomes, magnetic nanoparticles, latex particles, thin films, and silica-based and metal oxides nanomaterials. With a focus on showcasing the state-of-the-art and most recent developments across various life science-related disciplines, this book serves as a valuable reference for researchers and industry professionals in the fields of nanotechnology, colloidal chemistry, and biotechnology.
1. 17.1 Introduction - p. 513 2. 17.2 Polymers in theranostic applications - p. 515 3. 17.3 Relevant polymer properties for theranostic applications - p. 522 4. 17.4 External stimuli and imaging techniques for diagnostics - p. 529 5. 17.5 Preparation methods of polymeric colloids for theranostic - p. 535 6. 17.6 Theranostic applications of polymers in medicine - p. 539 7. 17.7 Challenges and future perspectives - p. 543 8. 17.8 Conclusion - p. 551 9. Abbreviations - p. 552 10. Chapter 18. Magnetic colloids and hyperthermia-mediated drug release - p. 569 11. Chapter 19. Micro and nano colloids for prolonging life expectancy: A dual approach to communicable and non-communicable diseases - p. 587 12. Chapter 20. Nanotechnology for cosmetic applications. A state of the art - p. 639 13. Index - p. 677
