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Books in Drug delivery

This portfolio encompasses innovative methods for targeted, controlled, and sustained drug delivery systems. Supporting researchers, pharmaceutical scientists, and clinicians, it features advances in nanotechnology, biomaterials, and device engineering that enhance therapeutic efficacy and patient compliance. Covering oral, injectable, transdermal, and implantable systems, these resources address critical challenges in precision medicine and chronic disease management, fostering developments that optimize drug performance and reduce side effects.

  • Targeting Intercellular Communication with Nanomedicine and Advanced Therapeutics

    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Lara Scheherazade Milane + 1 more
    • English
    Targeting Intercellular Communication with Nanomedicine and Advanced Therapeutics delves into the complex world of intercellular communication biology and its implications on therapeutics. This book covers all areas of intercellular communication and therapeutics in development for different forms of communication, including their role in diseases such as cancer, neurological disorders, metabolic diseases, and inflammatory/immune diseases. Sections provide an introduction, biological targets, challenges, and approaches to overcoming biological barriers and the significance of contact points and mechanisms of internalization. Specifics of tunneling nanotubes, extracellular vesicles, and the immune and non-immune interface in various diseases are covered. Furthermore, the book explores the crosstalk of different forms of intercellular communication and the implications of mitochondrial exchange in the four primary pathological areas. This is an essential resource for researchers, students, and professionals in the field of drug development and delivery. By connecting the dots between extracellular vesicles, tunneling nanotubes, and cell-cell junctions, this book serves as a foundation for further advancements in the science of intercellular communication and it's applications to new drug discovery and delivery.

  • Membrane Transporters and Drug Delivery

    A Comprehensive and Multidisciplinary Guide
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Elena Puris + 3 more
    • English
    Membrane Transporters and Drug Delivery: A Comprehensive and Multidisciplinary Guide is a comprehensive reference on the rapidly evolving field of membrane transporters and their role in drug delivery. This book is designed to serve pharmaceutical researchers both academia and industry, providing in-depth coverage of all aspects of transporter-related drug delivery research. The book begins with a comprehensive introduction to membrane transporters, their function, structure, and regulation mechanisms. It then moves into the impact of diseases on transporters and how this may affect pharmacokinetics. The book also presents the latest advancements in transporter-mediated drug delivery. A unique feature of this book is its detailed exploration of the methodologies used in transporter research, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the strengths and limitations of each approach. It examines the roles of both efflux and influx transporters in drug pharmacokinetics and covers different strategies for utilizing membrane transporters for drug delivery and targeting to specific tissues and cell types. The book concludes with a discussion on regulatory and industrial aspects of transporter-related projects and explores the potential of artificial intelligence in transporter and drug delivery research. It also offers a glimpse into future challenges and perspectives in this field. Membrane Transporters and Drug Delivery: A Comprehensive and Multidisciplinary Guide is an essential resource for anyone involved in drug development projects utilizing transporter-mediated drug delivery or targeting. It is a must-have for those seeking to design successful drug development projects and stay at the forefront of this rapidly developing field.

  • Drug Targeting Complexity

    Tissue-Specific Regulation and Molecular Paradigms in Cancer Therapy
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Lalit Kumar + 2 more
    • English
    Drug Targeting Complexity: Tissue-Specific Regulation and Molecular Paradigms in Cancer Therapy presents a rigorous examination of advanced strategies for the selective targeting of neoplastic cells and their distinct microenvironments. This comprehensive volume elucidates both tissue-specific and tumor-specific molecular targets, clarifying how these methodologies can significantly enhance therapeutic precision while mitigating off-target effects. The initial section of the text provides an in-depth analysis of tissue-specific regulatory targets across various organs, including the liver, lungs, brain, skin, and bones. It delineates the critical mediators and mechanisms that govern tumor immunity, thereby identifying novel therapeutic avenues.Each chapter meticulously evaluates key regulatory molecules such as TGF-β, CTLA-4, and IL-10, exploring their roles in tumorigenesis and the potential for targeted interventions across a spectrum of malignancies. Subsequent sections focus on tumor tissue-specific molecular targets, encompassing immunological checkpoints, growth factors, and signaling pathways pertinent to cancers of the liver, stomach, ovary, prostate, and colon. The text provides insights into the application of monoclonal antibodies and molecular inhibitors as strategies to impede cancer progression and address therapeutic resistance. Concluding chapters address emerging therapeutic paradigms, including precision medicine and nanotechnology.

  • Cellular Therapies for Cancer Treatment

    Advancements in Drug Delivery Strategies
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Arun Kumar Singh + 3 more
    • English
    Cellular Therapies for Cancer Treatment: Advancements in Drug Delivery Strategies explores the innovative use of cellular therapy to combat cancer, placing an emphasis on state-of-the-art delivery approaches. By covering a variety of cellular therapies for cancer, such as stem cells, immune cells, and others, this book provides a comprehensive introduction to the field. It describes ways to deliver drugs that target cancer cells more efficiently, decrease off-target effects, and enhance therapy outcomes. Sections provide a brief overview of cancer cell biology, describe the need for advance drug delivery systems, and address challenges and future directions.The book also goes into the ideas behind cellular therapies and how they may overcome drug resistance and make existing cancer treatments more effective. By elaborating on the value of diversity and inclusion in cancer research and treatment, the book also emphasizes the importance of all patients having equal access to innovative therapies. All things considered, this book is a great tool for researchers, doctors, and students in the cancer treatment sector.

  • Innovative Nanocarriers for Stimulated Drug Delivery

    A Comprehensive Guide to Stimuli-responsive Nanoparticles
    • 1st Edition
    • June 1, 2026
    • Prashant Kesharwani
    • English
    Innovative Nanocarriers for Stimulated Drug Delivery: A Comprehensive Guide to Stimuli-responsive Nanoparticles summarizes recent advances and achievements in nanocarriers responsive to external or internal stimuli. The book presents different stimuli-sensitive strategies and their applications in drug delivery, therapy, and theranostics. Sections provide fundamental knowledge on the experiential and experimental aspects of stimuli-responsive nanocarriers, discuss external-responsive nanocarriers for biomedical applications, such as ultrasound, thermal, magnetic, light, and electric field-response systems, and describe internal stimuli-responsive nanocarriers for biomedical applications, including pH, hypoxia, redox potential, enzyme, glucose, and microRNA-responsive nanocarriers. Additionally, the book covers dual and multimodal-responsiv... nanocarriers and the therapeutic aspects of stimuli-responsive nanocarriers, such as metallic and non-metallic stimuli-responsive nanocarriers in the treatment of various cancer and noncancerous diseases. Finally, recent advances and regulatory aspects of stimuli-responsive nanocarriers, including clinical translation, challenges, biological toxicity, safety issues, clinical trials, and future perspectives are covered.

  • Multifunctional Nano pharmaceuticals for Biomedical Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • June 1, 2026
    • Sushil K. Kashaw + 3 more
    • English
    Multifunctional Nanopharmaceuticals for Biomedical Applications is an essential resource for researchers interested in the transformative potential of nanotechnology in drug delivery and disease treatment. This comprehensive guide not only covers the latest advancements in multifunctional nanopharmaceuticals, but also addresses the pressing need for innovative solutions for unmet medical challenges. With the rapid evolution of nanomedicine, this book serves as a crucial tool for researchers, students, healthcare professionals, and industry experts alike, bridging the gap between fundamental concepts and their real-world applications.The contents of the book are organized into three parts: Foundations and Platforms, Advanced Platforms and Emerging Technologies, and Clinical Considerations and Future Perspectives. Each chapter explore key topics such as the fundamentals of nanotechnology and drug delivery, PEGylated lipid carriers for cancer theranostics, and the latest in biomimetic nanomicells and nanorobots. With detailed discussions on design strategies, formulation techniques, and regulatory aspects, readers will gain a thorough understanding of the complexities and innovations in this dynamic field. The exploration of clinical applications and future trends equips readers with the knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of nanomedicine.Multifu... Nanopharmaceuticals for Biomedical Applications empowers readers to harness cutting-edge technologies for effective therapies, paving the way for a new era of personalized, precise, and potent medicine. Corporate researchers in pharma will benefit from the multiple case-studies developed by authors, showing the application of nanotechnology in healthcare.

  • Protein-Based Nanoparticles in Drug Delivery

    • 1st Edition
    • May 1, 2026
    • Prashant Kesharwani
    • English
    Protein-based Nanoparticles in Drug Delivery is a comprehensive book aimed at pharmaceutical scientists and researchers both in academia and corporate environments focused on nanotechnology drug delivery and pharmaceutical-relat... disciplines. The book covers the design and characterization of various protein nanoparticles, sheds light on the power of an endogenous substance as a drug delivery system, and highlights the possible future trends in the use of protein-based drug delivery. It covers in-depth novel applications of protein-based drug delivery from fundamental to most current use cases. The book comprises three parts. Part one is devoted to the foundations of protein-based drug delivery, including nanocarriers development, drug encapsulation, targetability, and in vivo properties. Part two explores the applications of protein-based nanoparticles in drug delivery, covering topics such as protein nanoparticles in cancer therapy, genetic material delivery, and nanocarriers based on milk protein, silk, and gliadin. Part three addresses recent advances and regulatory aspects of protein-based nanoparticles in drug delivery, including clinical translation, challenges, biological toxicity, and environmental hazards associated with protein-based nanoparticles. Protein-based Nanoparticles in Drug Delivery provides a complete journey of protein-based drug delivery, offers an in-depth understanding of the design and characterization of various protein nanoparticles, and highlights possible future trends in this field. Pharmaceutical scientists will benefit from the novel applications of protein-based nanoparticles drug delivery approaches in the biological field. Nanotechnologists, biologists, chemists, physicists, engineers, and clinicians will also benefit from the foundational content provided as a basis to support communication and tackle the multidisciplinary challenges associated with research in this exciting field.

  • AI Powered Drug delivery to Neuro and Cardiovascular Systems

    Perspectives and Future Challenges
    • 1st Edition
    • March 23, 2026
    • Chandra P. Sharma + 2 more
    • English
    AI-Powered Drug Delivery to Neuro and Cardiovascular Systems: Perspectives and Future Challenges is a definitive reference exploring the transformative influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in neuro and cardiovascular drug delivery. This book integrates cutting-edge research to explain how AI is poised to reshape clinical protocols, therapeutic strategies, and regulatory standards. By examining advancements in robotics and intelligent systems, it demonstrates how AI enhances precision, personalization, and efficiency in drug delivery for heart and neurological conditions, providing readers with a thorough understanding of these innovations and their potential to revolutionize healthcare practices.The book delves into AI-driven drug design and testing for cardiovascular diseases and explores the application of AI in cardiac drug delivery vehicles. It discusses bioengineered heart and vessel therapeutics, redox homeostasis, and targeted drug replenishment in cardiac matrix remodeling. Additionally, it addresses mitochondrial drug retention, AI-assisted gene therapy for neurodegenerative disorders, and the role of AI in optimizing heart health. The text highlights smart systems for managing cerebrovascular accidents and neuromodulation with pharmacotherapy. Finally, it covers translational challenges, future directions, and the significance of AI-driven prediction models and robotic delivery mechanisms.

  • Basic Principles of Drug Discovery and Development

    • 3rd Edition
    • March 6, 2026
    • Benjamin E. Blass
    • English
    Basic Principles of Drug Discovery and Development, Third Edition presents a unique overview of the drug discovery and development program not available elsewhere. Each chapter provides sufficient technical details on the topics covered so that non-experts will have the tools and information necessary to interact and exchange information with colleagues across the entire spectrum of the drug discovery and development process. The drug discovery and development process involves individuals and teams with a wide array of expertise ranging from basic sciences (medicinal chemistry, biology) to applied science (pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, clinical sciences) to business driven fields (regulatory affairs, intellectual property experts, marketing specialists).The success or failure of a program focused on bringing a new medication to market often depends on clear communication between individuals and teams with vastly different expertise. As a result, it is critical that experts in one aspect of drug discovery and development (e.g., medicinal chemists) have a working understanding of the wide range of disciplines that take part in the overall process.

  • Lipid Nanoparticles-Based mRNA Delivery System

    • 1st Edition
    • February 18, 2026
    • Raj Kumar
    • English
    Lipid Nanoparticles-Based mRNA Delivery System offers a comprehensive exploration of lipid nanoparticles (LNPs), the most promising delivery vehicles for mRNA. The book consolidates current knowledge, identifies research gaps, and provides insights into the latest developments in LNP technologies, making it an essential resource for researchers, pharmaceutical developers, and clinicians at the forefront of mRNA therapeutics. Exploring the intricacies of LNP formulation, the book covers a wide range of topics, including the fundamental principles of lipid nanoparticles, design strategies for effective mRNA encapsulation, and the unique challenges associated with various routes of administration—such as intravenous, oral, transdermal, and intranasal delivery.The book also examines the therapeutic applications of lipid-based systems, particularly in vaccines and cancer immunotherapy, while addressing critical challenges like immunogenicity and regulatory considerations. Final sections provide a forward-looking perspective on future trends and innovations in lipid-based mRNA delivery systems, ensuring that readers are well-equipped to navigate this rapidly evolving field.