Editors: Sachin Namdeo Kothawade, Vishal Vijay Pande

Polymers in Modern Medicine - Part 2

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Library License: US $276
ISBN: 978-981-5322-38-5 (Print)
ISBN: 978-981-5322-37-8 (Online)
Year of Publication: 2024
DOI: 10.2174/97898153223781240101

Introduction

Polymers in Modern Medicine – Part 2 examines the innovative use of polymers in advanced healthcare applications, focusing on personalized medicine, regenerative therapies, and diagnostics. The book highlights groundbreaking topics such as polymer-based nanomedicine for cancer therapy, polymeric hydrogels, biopolymers, and the role of polymers in diagnostics and vaccines. Building on foundational principles, it explores polymeric approaches to sustainable and patient-specific treatments.

Readers will gain a deep understanding of emerging polymer technologies and biocompatible materials and their impact on cutting-edge medical solutions. This resource bridges the gap between scientific research and practical implementation in the pharmaceutical, biomaterial, and medical device industries.

Key Features:

  • - Covers polymers in regenerative medicine, nanomedicine, and diagnostics
  • - Insights into polymeric hydrogels, biopolymers, and smart polymers
  • - Sustainability and patient-specific applications in healthcare

Readership

Ideal for university students, researchers, and professionals in academia, healthcare, and biomedical engineering

Foreword

As we stand at the forefront of medical innovation, the integration of polymers into modern medicine heralds a new era of possibility and advancement. In the pages of this forthcoming book, "POLYMERS IN MODERN MEDICINE", edited by Dr. Sachin Namdeo Kothawade and Dr. Vishal Vijay Pande, we embark on a journey through the intricate intersections of polymer science and medical practice.

Within these chapters, a mosaic of knowledge unfolds, revealing the pivotal roles polymers play in various facets of modern healthcare. From polymeric biomaterials shaping the landscape of regenerative medicine to the precision of polymer nanotechnology in targeted drug delivery, each chapter unveils the boundless potential of polymer-based solutions.

The scope of this compilation extends from polymeric scaffolds nurturing tissue regeneration to the intelligent design of polymers for personalized medicine. Through meticulous exploration, the contributors illuminate the transformative impact of polymers across diverse medical domains, from diagnostics to cancer therapy.

In an age where innovation is paramount, the editors have curated a comprehensive ensemble of chapters that not only elucidate existing paradigms but also illuminate future horizons. It is through their dedication and vision that this compendium stands as a beacon of knowledge, guiding researchers, clinicians, and pharmaceutical pioneers toward novel insights and therapeutic breakthroughs.

As we traverse the intricate terrain of polymers in modern medicine, it is my honor to contribute this foreword. May this volume serve as a cornerstone for scientific inquiry, a roadmap for translational research, and, ultimately, a catalyst for improving healthcare outcomes worldwide.

Surendra Ganeshlal Gattani
School of Pharmacy
S.R.T.M.University, Nanded-431 606
Maharashtra
India