Porous organic polymers have received considerable attention in recent years because of
their applicability as biomaterials. In particular, their hierarchical pore structures, variable …

The interest around essential oils is constantly increasing thanks to their biological
properties exploitable in several fields, from pharmaceuticals to food and agriculture …

Drug delivery to the lungs by inhalation offers a targeted drug therapy for respiratory
diseases. However, the therapeutic efficacy of inhaled drugs is limited by their rapid …

There has been a resurgence of interest in nanoemulsions for various pharmaceutical
applications since low-energy emulsification methods, such as spontaneous or self …

Written at a level comprehensible to non-experts, this handbook covers the current state of
encapsulation and controlled released technologies, presenting the fundamental processes …

The management of parasites, insect pests and vectors requests development of novel,
effective and eco-friendly tools. The development of resistance towards many drugs and …

Efficient and site-specific delivery of therapeutic drugs is a critical challenge in clinical
treatment of cancer. Nano-sized carriers such as liposomes, micelles, and polymeric …

Drug delivery systems (DDS) capable of releasing an active molecule at the appropriate site
and at a rate that adjusts in response to the progression of the disease or to certain …

Colloidal systems such as emulsions, microemulsions and nanoemulsions are able to
transport active molecules, enhance their solubility and stability and minimize their side …

Topical route of administration is the most commonly used method for the treatment of
ophthalmic diseases. However, presence of several layers of permeation barriers starting …