Targeted Drug Delivery

In the rapidly evolving field of Nanomedicine, the importance of targeted drug delivery cannot be overstated. This book provides an indepth exploration of innovative drug delivery systems at the forefront of medical research, highlighting their potential in revolutionizing treatments for various diseases, particularly cancers and neurological disorders. Ideal for professionals, graduate and undergraduate students, and enthusiasts in the field, this comprehensive guide combines foundational concepts with cuttingedge developments

Targeted drug delivery-An introduction to the principles and mechanisms behind targeted drug delivery, offering insights into its applications in treating specific diseases

Reductionsensitive nanoparticles-Discusses nanoparticles designed to respond to specific redox conditions, a crucial aspect of controlled drug release for personalized therapy

Ligandtargeted liposome-Focuses on liposomes engineered with specific ligands to improve drug targeting efficiency, minimizing side effects

Microbubble-Explores microbubbles as drug delivery vehicles, emphasizing their role in enhancing therapeutic delivery through ultrasound

PHresponsive tumortargeted drug delivery-Examines pHsensitive systems that deliver drugs selectively to tumor sites, offering improved cancer treatment outcomes

Nanoparticle drug delivery-Reviews various nanoparticlebased systems used for targeted drug delivery, with emphasis on their versatility and efficacy

Sonodynamic therapy-Investigates sonodynamic therapy using nanomaterials to enhance drug activation through ultrasound, a promising approach in cancer therapy

Nanoparticles for drug delivery to the brain-Discusses the challenges and advancements in delivering drugs across the bloodbrain barrier using nanotechnology

Immunoliposome therapy-An overview of immunoliposomes, combining immunology and nanomedicine for highly targeted drug delivery in immunerelated disorders

Nanomedicine-Introduces the interdisciplinary field of nanomedicine, providing a foundational understanding of nanotechnology's role in medicine

Moein Moghimi-Honors the contributions of Moein Moghimi to the field, exploring his pioneering work in nanoparticle drug delivery systems

Arginylglycylaspartic acid-Focuses on the use of arginylglycylaspartic acid as a targeting ligand for efficient drug delivery systems

Magnetic nanoparticles in drug delivery-Highlights the use of magnetic nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery and their ability to be guided to specific sites via magnetic fields

Stimuliresponsive drug delivery systems-Discusses systems that release drugs in response to specific physiological triggers, improving precision in treatment

Chemotactic drugtargeting-Covers drug delivery strategies that exploit the body's natural chemical gradients for enhanced targeting

Nanocarrier-Examines different types of nanocarriers used in drug delivery, focusing on their design and role in improving drug solubility and bioavailability

Drug delivery-Provides a broad overview of drug delivery methods, including traditional and novel techniques for efficient and targeted treatments

Gated drug delivery systems-Introduces gated systems that control drug release based on external or internal signals, optimizing therapeutic outcomes

Protein nanoparticles-Focuses on the development and application of proteinbased nanoparticles for drug delivery, highlighting their biocompatibility and targeting abilities

Theranostics-Explores the emerging field of theranostics, where diagnostic and therapeutic functions are combined in one nanomedicine system for personalized treatment

Intranasal drug delivery-Investigates the potential of intranasal delivery systems for bypassing the bloodbrain barrier and delivering drugs directly to the brain