Advanced Cancer Therapies: A Comprehensive Overview

By Muhammad Yasir Ali, this volume in the popular series, Drugs and the Pharmaceutical Sciences, delves into the history of cancer treatment, the role of carcinogens, and the molecular mechanisms involved in cancer pathogenesis. It covers conventional and advanced cancer therapies, ranging from oral and parenteral preparations to advanced fabricated systems such as nanoparticles, liposomes, antibodies, aptamers, poly(amidoamine), and photodynamic therapies.

The preparation and mechanisms of molecular targeting of cancer are presented in detail, making this book suitable for a diverse audience including undergraduates and research students. It provides a comprehensive overview of the unique requirements of the pharmaceutical industry, including the evolution of process control technology, and how it differs from other industries such as microelectronics or specialized chemicals.

With the author’s vast experience in the field of industrial hygiene and hazardous materials, this book addresses current topics relating to industry evolution, such as the migration of therapies to higher potency, RiskMAP, new modalities in medicines and treatments, large molecule therapeutics, and conjugates. It also presents a collection of unique situations in which industrial hygiene was implemented to resolve a variety of scenarios and did not interfere with quality issues.

Published by CRC Press on November 2, 2023, this book is available in English and is a valuable resource for those interested in the pharmaceutical sciences and cancer treatment. It is a must-read for researchers, students, and professionals in the field, providing insights into the latest advancements and future directions in cancer therapies.

For more information about this book, including its ISBNs (9781032426259 and 9781000982930), visit the publisher’s website or search for it on your preferred online bookstore.