This book collects reviews and original articles from eminent experts working in the interdisciplinary arena of nanotechnology use in drug delivery. From their direct and recent experience, the readers can achieve a wide vision on the new and ongoing potentialities of nanotechnology application of drug delivery.

This reference discusses advances in design, optimization, and adaptation of gene delivery systems for the treatment of cancer, cardiovascular, pulmonary, genetic, and infectious diseases, and considers assessment and review procedures involved in the development of gene-based pharmaceuticals.

Contents
Preface
1 Liposomes as Potential Drug Carrier Systems for Drug Delivery
2 Techniques for the Preparation of Solid Lipid Nano and Microparticles
3 Nanoemulsions — Advances in Formulation, Characterization and Applications in Drug Delivery
4 Application of Nanotechnology in Drug Delivery
5 Nanopartide based Drug Delivery Systems for Treatment of Infectious Diseases
6 Nanoparticles for Dermal and Transdermal Drug Delivery
7 Nanopartide Insulin Drug Delivery — Applications and New Aspects
8 Polymer Nanoparticles for Smart Drug Delivery
9 Mannan as a Promising Bioactive Material for Drug Nanocarrier Systems
10 Nanoflora — How Nanotechnology Enhanced the Use of Active Phytochemicals
11 Electroporation - Advantages and Drawbacks for Delivery of Drug, Gene and Vaccine
12 Prodrugs for Masking the Bitter Taste of Drugs
13 Organic Nanotubes: Promising Vehicles for Drug Delivery
14 Pharmacokinetic Properties and Safety of Cadmium-Containing Quantum Dots as Drug Delivery Systems
15 Anticipating Market Introduction of Nanotechnology-Enabled Drug Delivery Systems
16 Current Status and Future Scope for Nanomaterials in Drug Delivery

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