Nanotechnology in Biology and Medicine: Research Advancements & Future Perspectives

Moreover, a large variety of nanobio-analytical methods are presented as a core asset to the early career researchers. This book has been designed for scientists, academician, students and entrepreneurs engaged in nanotechnology research and development. Nonetheless, it should be of interest to a variety of scientific disciplines including agriculture, medicine, drug and food material sciences and consumer products.

Features

• It provides a thoroughly comprehensive overview of all major aspects of nanobiotechnology, considering the technology, applications, and socio-economic context
• It integrates physics, biology, and chemistry of nanosystems
• It reflects the state-of-the-art in nanotechnological research (biomedical, food, agriculture)
• It presents the application of nanotechnology in biomedical field including diagnostics and therapeutics (drug discovery, screening and delivery)
• It also discusses research involving gene therapy, cancer nanotheranostics, nano sensors, lab-on-a-chip techniques, etc.
• It provides the information about health risks of nanotechnology and potential remedies.
• It offers a timely forum for peer-reviewed research with extensive references within each chapter