Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment: The Power of Molecularly Imprinted Polymers for Precision Therapy

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· Academic Press
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About this ebook

"Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment: The Power of Molecularly Imprinted Polymers for Precision Therapy" is a comprehensive guide that examines the transformative role of molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs) in cancer management and treatment. The book explores how MIPs can be utilized to create advanced drug delivery systems specifically targeting various cancer types, including breast, prostate, and lung cancers, among others. By integrating molecular imprinting techniques with precision oncology, this resource provides valuable insights for researchers, clinicians, and pharmaceutical developers aiming to enhance cancer therapies. The necessity for this book arises from the pressing demand for precision medicine in oncology, as conventional treatments often suffer from issues of specificity and efficacy. MIPs present a promising avenue for improving drug targeting and minimizing systemic toxicity, thereby enhancing therapeutic outcomes. This text fills a critical gap in the literature by specifically addressing the applications of MIPs in cancer, making it an essential resource for both academic and clinical professionals. Structured in a user-friendly format, the book includes detailed chapters dedicated to specific cancer types, highlighting the design and application of MIPs in targeted therapies. It features flow charts, process diagrams, and case studies to facilitate understanding of complex concepts. Ultimately, this work serves as a vital reference for students, researchers, and healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing cancer treatment through innovative drug delivery systems.• Each chapter focuses on a distinct cancer type (e.g., breast, prostate, pancreatic, lung), detailing how molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs) can be tailored for drug delivery and treatment• Provides a solid foundation in the principles and latest advancements of this technology, addressing challenges and opportunities for researchers and industrial professionals seeking to innovate or enhance current therapeutic techniques• Emphasizes on how MIPs can serve as precision tools in cancer therapy.• Delves into various molecular imprinting methods used to develop MIPs-based drug delivery systems

About the author

Bhupendra G. Prajapati is Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutics at Shree S.K. Patel College of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Ganpat University, Gujarat, India. An alumnus of Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University (Doctorate) and M.S. University of Baroda (B.Pharm and M.Pharm), he has over 22 years of experience in academia, research, and industry. Dr. Prajapati has received numerous accolades, including the AICTE's Career Award for Young Teacher and the President Award for Staff Excellence in Research and Capacity Building from Ganpat University. With over 80 national and international publications, he has secured various research grants and holds multiple patents in NDDS. He has supervised numerous Ph.D. and PG research scholars and delivered over 50 expert talks globally. As an editor of 10 international books and contributor of 70 book chapters, his research focuses on lipid-based drug delivery and nanotech formulations. Dr. Prajapati is an active member of IPA, APTI, and CRSIC.Dr. Devesh U. Kapoor is a Professor at Dr. Dayaram Patel Pharmacy College, Bardoli, Gujarat, where he has served since September 2010. He holds a B.Pharm from the University of Rajasthan and an M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics from Rajasthan University of Health Sciences, along with a PhD in pharmaceutical sciences. With 14 years of teaching and administrative experience, Dr. Kapoor has authored over 35 research and review articles in esteemed national and international journals and contributed to several books published by Elsevier, Bentham Science, MDPI, Springer, and Wiley. His research focuses on osmotic drug delivery systems, solid lipid nanoparticles, and microspheres. He has received significant grants for organizing national seminars and faculty development programs. Dr. Kapoor holds three design patents and has delivered over 10 expert talks at various national conferences. He is currently the editor of three international books with prominent publishers.Dr. Anand Krishnan is a Principal Investigator in the Department of Chemical Pathology, School Pathology, Office of the Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of the Free State, South Africa. He leads the Precision Medicine Integrative Nano Diagnostics (P-MIND) laboratories, which focus on the biological functions of extracellular vesicles (EVs) in synthetic biology. His research encompasses cell surface protein modification, biomarker discovery through EVs derived from liquid biopsies, and the role of circulating biomarkers in disease development and stem cell biology. Dr. Krishnan has authored over 150 articles and edited eight books published by Elsevier, Springer, and Wiley. He received the National Research Foundation (NRF) rating for Next Generation Researchers in South Africa. In the latest list published by Stanford University, Dr. Krishnan was named among the Top 2% of the most influential scientists worldwide. He is an active member of the International Society of Extracellular Vesicles (ISEV), the African Organisation for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC), and the American Association of Cancer Research (AACR). Recently, he has been serving as an editor for the eLife journal, focusing on the Africa region.

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