Publication Type : Journal Article
Thematic Areas : Nanosciences and Molecular Medicine
Publisher : Advances in Polymer Science
Source : Advances in Polymer Science, Volume 244, Number 1, p.1-18 (2011)
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ISBN : 9783642240607
Campus : Kochi
School : Center for Nanosciences
Center : Amrita Center for Nanosciences and Molecular Medicine Move, Nanosciences
Department : Nanosciences and Molecular Medicine
Year : 2011
Abstract : Polymeric bionanocomposites (PBNCs) have established themselves as a promising class of hybrid materials derived from natural and synthetic biodegradable polymers and organic/inorganic fillers. A critical factor underlying biomedical nanocomposite properties is the interaction between the chosen matrix and the filler. This chapter discusses current efforts and key research challenges in the development of these composite materials for use in potential drug delivery applications. PBNCs discussed here include layered PBNCs, quantum-dot-loaded PBNCs, clay-dispersed PBNCs, carbon-nanotube-loaded PBNCs, core-shell PBNCs, hydrogel-based PBNCs, and magnetic PBNCs. We conclude that PBNCs are promising materials for drug delivery applications.
Cite this Research Publication : M. Prabaharan and Dr. Jayakumar Rangasamy, “Polymeric Bionanocomposites as Promising Materials for Controlled Drug Delivery”, Advances in Polymer Science, vol. 244, pp. 1-18, 2011.
