Nanomaterials for Photodynamic Therapy takes a unique approach to this area, with a key focus on the use of nanomaterials and nanocarriers for photodynamic therapy (PDT). The book introduces the history and mechanism of action behind PDT, covering the variety of sensitizers currently available. Subsequent chapters review existing and emerging nanomaterials for PDT, including hydrogel nanocomposites, fullerenes, quantum dots, polymeric micelles, and more. Challenges and translational aspects of PDT are also discussed, touching on the issues and hindrances of drug resistant cancers.The book bridges the gap between the physics and clinical aspects of PDT, offering a unique nanomaterials-focused perspective. This book will prove useful for materials scientists, biomedical engineers, electrical and optical engineers, and pharmaceutical scientists interested in cancer treatment. Reviews a broad range of nanomaterials for PDT, such as graphene oxide, dendrimers, solid lipid nanoparticles, and more Provides a helpful introduction to the history and mechanism of action behind PDT Discusses challenges in clinical translational, particularly in drug-resistant cancers INDICE: 1. History of photodynamic therapy2. Mechanisms of photodynamic therapy3. Sensitizers in photodynamic therapy4. Hydrogel nanocomposite in photodynamic therapy5. Nanoemulsion in photodynamic therapy6. Polymeric micelles in photodynamic therapy7. Liposomes in photodynamic therapy8. Inorganic nanoparticles in photodynamic therapy9. Organic nanoparticles in photodynamic therapy10. Solid lipid nanoparticles in photodynamic therapy11. Actively targeted nanoparticles in photodynamic therapy12. Dendrimers in photodynamic therapy13. Carbon nanotubes in photodynamic therapy14. Fullerenes in photodynamic therapy15. Quantum Dots in photodynamic therapy16. Graphene oxide nanocomposite in photodynamic therapy17. Photodynamic therapy in cosmetics18. Challenges, conclusion and future perspective of photodynamic therapy
- ISBN: 978-0-323-85595-2
- Editorial: Woodhead Publishing
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 485
- Fecha Publicación: 01/11/2022
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés