Chitosan for Biomaterials IV Biomedical Applications

This volume presents the recent developments on the biomedical applications of chitosan and its derivatives. Chitosan exhibits unique properties such as non-toxicity, biodegradability and biocompatibility. Since its chemical structure and properties can be easily modified, it can be an ideal candida...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Jayakumar, R. (Editor), Prabaharan, M. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2021, 2021
Edition:1st ed. 2021
Series:Advances in Polymer Science
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Different Forms of Chitosan and Its Derivatives as Hemostatic Agent and Tissue Sealants
  • Chitosan Nanofibers in Regenerative Medicine
  • 3D-Printed Chitosan Composites for Biomedical Applications
  • Chitosan and Its Potential Use for the Delivery of Bioactive Molecules in Bone Tissue Engineering
  • Chitosan Based Biomaterials for Periodontal Therapy
  • Generations of Chitosan: The Progress in Drug Delivery
  • Recent Progress in Biomedical Applications of Chitosan Derivatives as Gene Carrier
  • Chitosan Polymeric Micelles as Oral Delivery Platform of Hydrophobic Anticancer Drugs
  • Chitosan-Based Theragnostics for Cancer Therapy
  • An overview on chitosan-based adjuvant/vaccine delivery systems
  • Enhanced Topical Drug Delivery to the Eye using Chitosan Based Delivery Systems
  • Application of Chitosan and its derivatives in Transdermal Drug Delivery
  • Delivery of Biomolecules Using Chitosan Based Wound Dressings