“Nanogel” explores the fascinating and cuttingedge realm of nanotechnology applied to drug delivery and medical treatments. In the context of the “Robotic Sperm” series, this book bridges the latest innovations in nanomaterials with biological systems, making it essential reading for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, medicine, and biology. It is a mustread for professionals, students, and enthusiasts alike, with practical insights into how nanogels, biopolymers, and various other cuttingedge materials are revolutionizing drug delivery systems.
Chapters Brief Overview:
1: Nanogel: This chapter introduces the foundational concept of nanogels, their structure, and their role in medical applications.
2: Biopolymer: An exploration of biopolymers used in nanogel creation and their critical importance in drug delivery.
3: Hydrogel: Focuses on hydrogels, their role in providing a stable matrix for nanogels, and their significance in biomedical use.
4: Chitosan: This chapter discusses the use of chitosan as a biopolymer in nanogels, emphasizing its biocompatibility and effectiveness in drug delivery systems.
5: Thiomer: Explores thiomers, their unique properties, and how they enhance the performance of nanogels in therapeutic applications.
6: Photothermal therapy: Describes the potential of photothermal therapy in nanogelbased systems, specifically for targeted drug delivery via heat activation.
7: Nanocarrier: This chapter dives into the function of nanocarriers, how they work with nanogels to transport drugs effectively to target sites.
8: Andreas BernkopSchnürch: Focuses on the contributions of Andreas BernkopSchnürch in the field of nanogel and drug delivery technologies.
9: Hydrogel dressing: Explores the application of hydrogel dressings in wound care and their integration with nanogels for controlled drug release.
10: Nanoparticle drug delivery: Provides insights into how nanoparticles, in conjunction with nanogels, are used for precise and efficient drug delivery.
11: Dextran drug delivery systems: A closer look at dextran as a polymer in drug delivery systems, specifically its interaction with nanogels.
12: Pullulan bioconjugate: Focuses on the use of pullulan bioconjugates in nanogel design and their impact on enhancing drug targeting and efficacy.
13: Chitosan nanoparticles: Explores the formation of nanoparticles using chitosan and their significance in the development of effective drug delivery systems.
14: Reductionsensitive nanoparticles: Discusses the use of reductionsensitive nanoparticles in nanogels to release drugs in response to specific cellular environments.
15: Protein nanoparticles: Examines proteinbased nanoparticles and how they integrate into nanogel systems for improved drug delivery.
16: PHresponsive tumortargeted drug delivery: Describes the application of pHresponsive nanogels for targeting tumor cells in cancer therapy.
17: Bioprinting drug delivery: Introduces bioprinting as an innovative method for creating precise nanogelbased drug delivery systems.
18: Ultrasoundtriggered drug delivery using stimuliresponsive hydrogels: This chapter explores how ultrasound can trigger the release of drugs from stimuliresponsive hydrogels.
19: Intranasal drug delivery: Discusses the benefits and applications of intranasal drug delivery systems using nanogels for rapid drug absorption.
20: Miqin Zhang: Focuses on the work of Miqin Zhang in the field of nanogels and their role in advancing medical therapies.
21: Magnetic nanoparticles in drug delivery: Explores how magnetic nanoparticles are utilized within nanogel systems for targeted drug delivery.