“Microparticle” is an essential part of the “Nanocapsule” series, offering groundbreaking insights into the world of nanotechnology and its vital role in modern drug delivery systems. This book is designed for professionals, students, and enthusiasts keen on exploring the dynamic and revolutionary impact of microparticles in science and medicine. With indepth explanations, practical applications, and emerging trends, this book will inspire further exploration into the intricacies of microparticles and their connection to nanocapsules
Microparticle-This chapter introduces the concept of microparticles, detailing their properties and significance in the nanotechnology field
Cell encapsulation-Explores how microparticles can be used to encapsulate cells, paving the way for advanced biomedical applications
Microcarrier-Discusses the use of microparticles as microcarriers, crucial for supporting the growth of cells and tissues in research
Artificial antigen presenting cells-Highlights the role of microparticles in creating artificial cells that mimic natural antigenpresenting cells for immunotherapy
Drug carrier-Focuses on the use of microparticles as drug carriers, offering targeted delivery systems for enhanced therapeutic outcomes
Glass microsphere-Examines the application of glass microspheres as a type of microparticle, widely used in medical and industrial fields
Polystyrene (drug delivery)-Looks into polystyrene microparticles and their role in improving drug delivery systems for more efficient treatments
PLGA-This chapter delves into the use of PLGA (Poly(lacticcoglycolic acid)) microparticles, known for their controlled release properties in drug delivery
Janus particles-Explains Janus particles, a type of microparticle with two distinct halves, offering a range of unique properties for drug delivery and diagnostics
Polymersome-Discusses polymersomes, a type of polymerbased microparticle used in drug delivery, offering a promising future in medicine
Artificial white blood cells-Investigates how microparticles can function as artificial white blood cells, aiding in immunological responses and medical treatments
Dextran drug delivery systems-Examines dextranbased microparticles and their role in drug delivery, particularly for targeting specific cells and tissues
Microspherulite-Introduces microspherulites, a type of microparticle used in various industrial and medical applications
Synthetic membrane-Explores the development of synthetic membranes using microparticles, vital for encapsulation and controlled release systems
Microvesicle-Provides an overview of microvesicles, small vesicles used for drug delivery and as biomarkers in disease diagnostics
Syntactic foam-Discusses syntactic foams made from microparticles, with applications in material science and drug delivery systems
Vesicle (biology and chemistry)-Explores vesicles from both biological and chemical perspectives, emphasizing their importance in drug delivery
Membrane emulsification-Details the process of membrane emulsification using microparticles to create uniform emulsions for controlled drug release
Microencapsulation-Investigates the process of microencapsulation, using microparticles to enclose substances for controlled release in pharmaceutical applications
Aggregate (composite)-Covers the role of aggregates and composites in the field of microparticles, contributing to advanced drug delivery systems
Microbead (research)-Concludes with a look into microbeads, tiny particles that play a key role in various research and therapeutic applications