Biopolymer-based composites : drug delivery and biomedical applications /

Biopolymer-Based Composites: Drug Delivery and Biomedical Applications presents a comprehensive review on recent developments in biopolymer-based composites and their use in drug delivery and biomedical applications. The information contained in this book is critical for the more efficient use of co...

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Corporate Author: ScienceDirect (Online service)
Other Authors: Jana, Sougata, Maiti, Sabyasachi, Jana, Subrata
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Duxford : Woodhead Publishing, an imprint of Elsevier, [2017]
Series:Woodhead Publishing series in biomaterials.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:Biopolymer-Based Composites: Drug Delivery and Biomedical Applications presents a comprehensive review on recent developments in biopolymer-based composites and their use in drug delivery and biomedical applications. The information contained in this book is critical for the more efficient use of composites, as detailed up-to-date information is a pre-requirement. The information provided brings cutting-edge developments to the attention of young investigators to encourage further advances in the field of bio-composite research. Currently, biopolymers are being investigated for the design of various drug delivery and biomedical devices due to their non-toxic, biodegradable and biocompatible nature. Mostly, biopolymer-based solid orals, gels, hydrogel beads, and transdermal matrices have been designed in order to control drug/protein release in simulated bio-fluids.
Physical Description:1 online resource : illustrations
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780081019153
0081019157