Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and Biomedical Applications
Published on 3. November 2025
560 pages
978-0-443-27407-7 (ISBN)
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Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and Biomedical Applications comprehensively and systematically details the fundamental aspects of nanoparticles, addressing the synthesis techniques, functionalization strategies, unique properties, and their transformative role in biomedical applications. Divided by inorganic and organic nanoparticle classes, this book guides the reader through each nanoparticle type, from magnetic, gold, and quantum dot nanoparticles to protein-based nanoparticles, dendrimers, and liposomes. This book will be useful to researchers, academics, and post-graduate students in the fields of materials science, nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, and biomedical science.Synthesis techniques and unique properties are covered in detail, along with how each of these best suits each biomedical application. In addition, advantages and challenges are analyzed, enabling the reader to make informed materials selections. With a strong focus on materials development, this book provides a holistic introduction to this topic, along with a look to current research and future opportunities. .
- Reviews various synthesis methods for nanoparticles, ranging from chemical and physical processes to cutting-edge techniques like green synthesis and microfluidics
- Details the optical, electrical, magnetic, and mechanical behaviors of different nanoparticles, as well as various characterization techniques
- Explores the biomedical applications of nanoparticles, assessing relevant toxicity and biocompatibility issues and offering insights into the regulatory aspects of nanoparticle research
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Abdelhamid Elaissari | Sumera Khizar
Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and Biomedical Applications
Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and Biomedical Applications
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10/2025
Woodhead Publishing
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Abdelhamid Elaissari is a Research Director (DR1) at CNRS, University of Lyon-1, France, and received his undergraduate education from Agadir University, Morocco, in 1988. He joined CNRS in 1991 and then ISA (Institute for Analytical Science) in 2021 for developing smart nanoparticles integrated into microsystems for biosensors, samples preparation, and for connected technologies.Sumera Khizar is a Postdoctoral Researcher at ISA (Institute for Analytical Science), Claude Bernard University of Lyon-1, France. Her research work is focused on the synthesis of organic and inorganic nanoparticles for bionanotechology and mainly for theranostic applications. She is also conducting DNA/nanoparticle interactions for gene delivery in collaboration with industries.
Content
Part 1: Inorganic Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical1. Introduction to Inorganic Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications2. Magnetic nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications3. Gold nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications4. Silver nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications5. Silica nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications6. Diamonds: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications7. Calcium phosphate nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications8. Quantum Dots: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications9. Regulatory, environmental, and toxicity issues10. Conclusion and future opportunitiesPart 2: Organic Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications11. Introduction to Organic Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications12. Protein-based Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications13. Dendrimers: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications14. Liposomes: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications15. Neosomes: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications16. Polymer nanoparticles: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications17. Colloidosomes: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications18. Carbon nanotubes: Synthesis, Functionalization, Properties, and their Biomedical Applications19. Regulatory, environmental, and toxicity issues20. Conclusion and future opportunities
