Multifunctional Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery Applications Imaging, Targeting, and Delivery /

• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Other Authors: Svenson, Sonke (Editor), Prud'homme, Robert K. (Editor)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Boston, MA : Springer US, 2012.
• Series: Nanostructure Science and Technology,
• Subjects: Engineering.; Immunology.; Pharmacology.; Spectroscopy.; Organic chemistry.; Nanotechnology.; Nanotechnology and Microengineering.; Pharmacology/Toxicology.; Organic Chemistry.; Spectroscopy/Spectrometry.

This book clearly demonstrates the progression of nanoparticle therapeutics from basic research to applications. Unlike other books covering nanoparticles used in medical applications, Multifunctional Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery Applications presents the medical challenges that can be reduced or...

Table of Contents:

• Benefits and Challenges for Multifunctional Nanoparticles in Medicine
• Targeting and Imaging
• Mulple Imaging Mods
• Targeting and Drug Delivery
• Dual and Multiple Drug Delivery
• Diagnostic and Therapy (“Theranostics”)
• Conclusions and Outlook.