Polymers are one of the most versatile and important materials used for capsule preparation despite various others available. Suitably formulated capsules can securely protect ingredients, deliver them to targeted sites, and release them expeditiously, improving functions and minimizing adverse effects. New polymers are constantly being explored to develop more efficient capsules as they are routinely used in pharmaceuticals, consumer healthcare products, nutrients, and food.

This book focuses on the current state of the art of polymer-based capsules and delivery systems. It describes the formulation processes of capsules developed from redox-responsive polymers and polymer-functionalized carbon nanotubes, in addition to shedding light on coacervation of polymers for encapsulation. It reviews different active ingredients that can be used with polymer capsules in various products, encapsulation of essential oils using such capsules, and development of polymer capsules of cells and bacteriophages.

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Yes, you can access Polymer Capsules by Ye Liu, Xian Jun Loh, Ye Liu, Xian Jun Loh in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Biological Sciences & Biology. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Information

Publisher

Jenny Stanford Publishing

Year

2019

ISBN

9780429767876

Edition

Topic

Biological Sciences

Subtopic

Biology

Index

Biological Sciences

Cover
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright Page
Table of Contents
Preface
1. Redox-Responsive Nanocarriers: A Promising Drug Delivery Platform
2. Smart Polymers–Functionalized Carbon Nanotubes Delivery Systems
3. Smart Polymer Capsules
4. On the Use of Complex Coacervates for Encapsulation
5. Improving Drug Biological Effects by Encapsulation into Polymeric Nanocapsules
6. Drug and Protein Encapsulation by Emulsification: Technology Enhancement Using Foam Formulations
7. Drug Delivery Vehicles with Improved Encapsulation Efficiency: Taking Advantage of Specific Drug–Carrier Interactions
8. Biodegradable Multilayer Capsules for Functional Foods Applications
9. Essential Oils: From Extraction to Encapsulation
10. Semipermeable Polymeric Envelopes for Living Cells: Biomedical Applications
11. Bacteriophage Encapsulation: Trends and Potential Applications
Index