Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and Biomedical Applications
- 1st Edition - October 17, 2025
- Latest edition
- Authors: Abdelhamid Elaissari, Sumera Khizar
- Language: English
Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and Biomedical Applications comprehensively and systematically details the fundamental aspects of nanoparticles, addres… Read more
Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and Biomedical Applications comprehensively and systematically details the fundamental aspects of nanoparticles, addressing the synthesis techniques, functionalization strategies, unique properties, and their transformative role in biomedical applications. Divided by inorganic and organic nanoparticle classes, this book guides the reader through each nanoparticle type, from magnetic, gold, and quantum dot nanoparticles to protein-based nanoparticles, dendrimers, and liposomes. This book will be useful to researchers, academics, and post-graduate students in the fields of materials science, nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, and biomedical science.
Synthesis techniques and unique properties are covered in detail, along with how each of these best suits each biomedical application. In addition, advantages and challenges are analyzed, enabling the reader to make informed materials selections. With a strong focus on materials development, this book provides a holistic introduction to this topic, along with a look to current research and future opportunities. .
Synthesis techniques and unique properties are covered in detail, along with how each of these best suits each biomedical application. In addition, advantages and challenges are analyzed, enabling the reader to make informed materials selections. With a strong focus on materials development, this book provides a holistic introduction to this topic, along with a look to current research and future opportunities. .
- Reviews various synthesis methods for nanoparticles, ranging from chemical and physical processes to cutting-edge techniques like green synthesis and microfluidics
- Details the optical, electrical, magnetic, and mechanical behaviors of different nanoparticles, as well as various characterization techniques
- Explores the biomedical applications of nanoparticles, assessing relevant toxicity and biocompatibility issues and offering insights into the regulatory aspects of nanoparticle research
Researchers, academics and post-graduate students who are new to the fields of materials science, nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, and bioscience, and have an interest in the development of nanoparticles for biomedical applications.
Part 1: Inorganic Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical
1. Introduction to Inorganic Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications
2. Magnetic nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
3. Gold nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
4. Silver nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
5. Silica nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
6. Diamonds: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
7. Calcium phosphate nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
8. Quantum Dots: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
9. Regulatory, environmental, and toxicity issues
10. Conclusion and future opportunities
Part 2: Organic Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
11. Introduction to Organic Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications
12. Protein-based Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
13. Dendrimers: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
14. Liposomes: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
15. Neosomes: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
16. Polymer nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
17. Colloidosomes: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
18. Carbon nanotubes: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
19. Regulatory, environmental, and toxicity issues
20. Conclusion and future opportunities
1. Introduction to Inorganic Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications
2. Magnetic nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
3. Gold nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
4. Silver nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
5. Silica nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
6. Diamonds: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
7. Calcium phosphate nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
8. Quantum Dots: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
9. Regulatory, environmental, and toxicity issues
10. Conclusion and future opportunities
Part 2: Organic Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
11. Introduction to Organic Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications
12. Protein-based Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
13. Dendrimers: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
14. Liposomes: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
15. Neosomes: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
16. Polymer nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
17. Colloidosomes: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
18. Carbon nanotubes: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications
19. Regulatory, environmental, and toxicity issues
20. Conclusion and future opportunities
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: October 17, 2025
- Language: English
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Abdelhamid Elaissari
Abdelhamid Elaissari is a Research Director (DR1) at CNRS, University of Lyon-1, France, and received his undergraduate education from Agadir University, Morocco, in 1988. He joined CNRS in 1991 and then ISA (Institute for Analytical Science) in 2021 for developing smart nanoparticles integrated into microsystems for biosensors, samples preparation, and for connected technologies.
Affiliations and expertise
Research Director (DR1), CNRS, University of Lyon-1, Lyon, FranceSK
Sumera Khizar
Sumera Khizar is a Postdoctoral Researcher at ISA (Institute for Analytical Science), Claude Bernard University of Lyon-1, France. Her research work is focused on the synthesis of organic and inorganic nanoparticles for bionanotechology and mainly for theranostic applications. She is also conducting DNA/nanoparticle interactions for gene delivery in collaboration with industries.
Affiliations and expertise
Post-Doctoral Researcher, University Claude Bernard Lyon-1, France