Description
Book SynopsisThis book provides a concise state of the art of the synthesis and properties of nanocomposite particles with interest for diverse bio-applications. Contributions are mainly related to the chemical design of nanocomposite particles, their properties as well as their constituent materials, and the tailoring of bio-interfaces that may be relevant to the fields of clinical diagnosis and drug delivery procedures, among other bio-applications.
Trade Review"The book provides an excellent and timely overview on the chemistry and biological applications of various types of nanoparticles and their composites. Starting from the fundamental science of preparation and surface functionalization, the book, following a clear and didactic approach, covers the most important topics which are related to applications of nanoparticles in the biological and medical field. The chapters provide basic principles, detailed insights, and possible applications of the discussed systems and refer the more interested reader to the most important literature. This makes the book a comprehensive reference for graduate students and senior scientists who want to enter this fascinating scientific field at the crossroads of various disciplines."
—Prof. Guido Kickelbick, Saarland University, Germany
"The book provides an excellent and timely overview on the chemistry and biological applications of various types of nanoparticles and their composites. Starting from the fundamental science of preparation and surface functionalization, the book, following a clear and didactic approach, covers the most important topics which are related to applications of nanoparticles in the biological and medical field. The chapters provide basic principles, detailed insights, and possible applications of the discussed systems and refer the more interested reader to the most important literature. This makes the book a comprehensive reference for graduate students and senior scientists who want to enter this fascinating scientific field at the crossroads of various disciplines."
—Prof. Guido Kickelbick, Saarland University, Germany
Table of ContentsFrom Nanoparticles to Nanocomposites: An Overview. Polymers for Biomedical Applications: Chemical Modification and Biofunctionalization. Nanocapsules as Carriers for the Transport and Targeted Delivery of Bioactive Molecules. Inorganic Nanoparticles Biofunctionalization. Silica-Based Materials: Bioprocesses and Nanocomposites. Synthetic Strategies for Polymer Based Nanocomposite Particles. Synthesis of Nanocomposite Particles Using Supercritical Fluids: A Bridge with Bio-Applications. Biocomposites Containing Magnetic Nanoparticles. Multifunctional Nanocomposite Particles for Biomedical Applications. Bio-Applications of Functionalized Magnetic Nanoparticles and Their Nanocomposites. Anti-Microbial Properties of Polymer Nanocomposites. Microcatheters: A Bio-Application of Carbon Nanotube Filled Composites. Biosensing Applications Using Nanoparticles.
