Biomaterials and Bionanotechnology: A Comprehensive Guide for Pharmaceutical Sciences

Co-authored by renowned expert, Rakesh Kumar Tekade, this exhaustive volume delves into the realm of biomaterials and bionanotechnology, offering a comprehensive understanding of the field within pharmaceutical sciences.

A Brief History of Biomaterials and Key Developments

The book commences with a concise explanation of the history of biomaterials, highlighting key milestones and breakthroughs that have shaped the industry. Written by experts in the field, this volume deepens understanding of biomaterials and bionanotechnology within drug discovery and drug development.

Understanding Biomaterials and Bionanotechnology in Drug Development

Each chapter provides an in-depth exploration of a particular aspect of this rapidly evolving field, covering fundamental principles, advanced methodologies, and cutting-edge technologies employed by pharmaceutical scientists, researchers, and industries to transform a drug candidate or new chemical entity into a final administrable dosage form.

Particular emphasis is placed on the role of biomaterials and bionanomaterials in pharmaceutical sciences, with topics including:

• Fundamentals of polymer science and its applications
• Transportation and bio-interaction properties of nanomaterials across biological systems
• Nanotechnology in tissue engineering and its implications for pharmaceutical sciences

A Valuable Resource for Researchers and Professionals

This comprehensive guide is an invaluable resource for researchers, scientists, and professionals working in the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, biotechnology, food, and related industries. Advanced students in these fields will also benefit from the exhaustive coverage of biomaterials and bionanotechnology in pharmaceutical sciences.

The book is replete with extensive references, providing a springboard for further discovery and exploration of the role of biomaterials and nanomaterials in the drug discovery process.

Published by Elsevier Science in May 2019, this volume is a testament to the rapidly evolving landscape of biomaterials and bionanotechnology in pharmaceutical sciences.

Language: English | ISBN: 9780128144275 (Hardcover), 9780128144282 (E-book)