Woodhead Publishing Nanomaterials for Photodynamic Therapy (Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials)

Nanomaterials for Photodynamic Therapy takes a unique approach to this area, with a key focus on the use of nanomaterials and nanocarriers for photodynamic therapy (PDT). The book introduces the history and mechanism of action behind PDT, covering the variety of sensitizers currently available. Subsequent chapters review existing and emerging nanomaterials for PDT, including hydrogel nanocomposites, fullerenes, quantum dots, polymeric micelles, and more. Challenges and translational aspects of PDT are also discussed, touching on the issues and hindrances of drug resistant cancers. The book bridges the gap between the physics and clinical aspects of PDT, offering a unique nanomaterials-focused perspective. This book will prove useful for materials scientists, biomedical engineers, electrical and optical engineers, and pharmaceutical scientists interested in cancer treatment. Review Details the history, mechanism and various nanocarriers available for efficient PDT From the Back Cover Nanomaterials for Photodynamic Therapy takes a unique approach to this area, with a key focus on the use of nanomaterials and nanocarriers for photodynamic therapy (PDT). This book introduces the history and mechanism of action behind PDT, covering the variety of sensitizers currently available. Subsequent chapters go on to review existing and emerging nanomaterials for PDT, including hydrogel nanocomposites, fullerenes, quantum dots, polymeric micelles and more. Challenges and translational aspects of PDT are also discussed, touching on the issues and hindrances of drug resistant cancers. Nanomaterials for Photodynamic Therapy bridges the gap between the physics and clinical aspects of PDT, offering a unique nanomaterials-focused perspective. This book will prove useful for materials scientists, biomedical engineers, electrical and optical engineers, and pharmaceutical scientists interested in cancer treatment. About the Author Dr. Prashant Kesharwani is Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutics at the School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard University, New Delhi, India. He has published more than 150 articles in well reputed international journals and edited 10 international books. Dr. Kesharwani has received several awards, including the ‘Ramanujan Fellowship, DST, India-2017’, ‘Excellence Research Award 2014’, ‘Young Innovator Award (Gold medal) 2012’, ‘International Travel Award/Grant from DST (New Delhi) and INSA (CCSTDS, Chennai) 2012’, as well as receiving an ICMR Senior Research Fellowship (PhD) and AICTE Junior Research Fellowship (M. Pharm.). He has presented invited talks and presentations at prestigious conferences, supervised students/junior researchers, and actively participated in outreach and scientific dissemination for the service of the wider community. Dr. Kesharwani’s current research is focused on the development of nano-engineered drug delivery systems for various diseases.