Peptides in Nanotechnology (1)

By: Laksiri Weerasinghe and Saranya Selvaraj

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Synopsis: Among the various nanomaterials, peptides have emerged as a promising tool due to their unique properties such as high specificity, biocompatibility, and low toxicity. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the field of peptide-based nanomaterials, from their synthesis to their applications. It covers the latest advancements in peptide nanotechnology and provides detailed insights into various aspects of peptide-based nanomaterials, including their properties, synthesis, characterization, and potential applications in various biomedical fields.Features: Provides up-to-date detailed descriptions of various peptide-based nanostructures and their formation. Covers a wide range of topics related to peptides in nanotechnology including their synthesis and characterization. Includes the latest research and developments in the field of peptides in nanotechnology. Contains recent applications in drug delivery, tissue engineering, imaging and diagnostics, and targeted cancer therapy. Reviews peptide-nanoparticle conjugates (PNCs). This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in peptide synthesis, biomedical engineering, and drug development and delivery.