Abstract
This review article discusses about the current cancer treatment techniques and the extensive recent research studies done on nanoparticles as carrier systems for the delivery of anticancer drug molecules in cancer treatment. A variety of nanoparticles of different structural and chemical formulations have been tested for their target-specificity and as drug carrier systems. Numerous scientific research works have been performed to test the use of magnetic nanoparticles in the treatment of carcinogenic brain tumour cells and breast cancer cells; colloid gold nanoparticles, liposomes and polymeric micelles as drug delivery systems to target tumour cells and deliver anticarcinogenic drug in a controlled manner. The article also discusses about ceramic nanoparticles and its applications in photodynamic therapy for cancer treatment. The article thus reviews the subject in brief with suitable references to original research articles and review articles discussing the earlier and current research findings about various types of nanoparticles as drug delivery systems in cancer therapy.
Keywords: Nanoparticles, drug delivery systems, cancer therapy, magnetic nanoparticles, colloid gold nanoparticles, liposomes, polymeric micelles
Current Nanoscience
Title: Targeting Nanoparticles as Drug Delivery Systems for Cancer Treatment
Volume: 5 Issue: 2
Author(s): Karthikeyan Subramani, Hossein Hosseinkhani, Ameen Khraisat, Mohsen Hosseinkhani and Yashwant Pathak
Affiliation:
Keywords: Nanoparticles, drug delivery systems, cancer therapy, magnetic nanoparticles, colloid gold nanoparticles, liposomes, polymeric micelles
Abstract: This review article discusses about the current cancer treatment techniques and the extensive recent research studies done on nanoparticles as carrier systems for the delivery of anticancer drug molecules in cancer treatment. A variety of nanoparticles of different structural and chemical formulations have been tested for their target-specificity and as drug carrier systems. Numerous scientific research works have been performed to test the use of magnetic nanoparticles in the treatment of carcinogenic brain tumour cells and breast cancer cells; colloid gold nanoparticles, liposomes and polymeric micelles as drug delivery systems to target tumour cells and deliver anticarcinogenic drug in a controlled manner. The article also discusses about ceramic nanoparticles and its applications in photodynamic therapy for cancer treatment. The article thus reviews the subject in brief with suitable references to original research articles and review articles discussing the earlier and current research findings about various types of nanoparticles as drug delivery systems in cancer therapy.
Export Options
About this article
Cite this article as:
Subramani Karthikeyan, Hosseinkhani Hossein, Khraisat Ameen, Hosseinkhani Mohsen and Pathak Yashwant, Targeting Nanoparticles as Drug Delivery Systems for Cancer Treatment, Current Nanoscience 2009; 5 (2) . https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/157341309788185406
DOI https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/157341309788185406 |
Print ISSN 1573-4137 |
Publisher Name Bentham Science Publisher |
Online ISSN 1875-6786 |
Call for Papers in Thematic Issues
Advanced Inorganic Nanocomposites and their Emerging Applications
This special issue will highlight developments in the recent trends in the synthesis of metal oxides, nanoclusters, biomaterials, 2D nanomaterials, nanocrystals, nanocomposites, etc., and their applications in electrochemical systems, tissue regeneration, energy storage and harvesting, sensors, etc. The novelty of the methods in the chemical synthesis, as well as their ...read more
Advanced Nanotechnology in Forensic Science: Revolutionizing Fingerprint Identification and Crime Scene Analysis
This special issue aims to provide a comprehensive exploration of the innovative fusion between nanotechnology and forensic science. It aspires to bridge the gap between traditional investigative techniques and cutting-edge nanoscale applications, envisioning a paradigm shift in forensic analysis. By compiling the expertise of multidisciplinary experts, the book's objectives include ...read more
Graphene and 2D Materials for Energy Storage and Conversion.
This thematic issue will discuss the recent advances in graphene-based nanomaterials for different energy technologies. Graphene possesses a high surface area, and stable structure and exhibits many interesting electronic, optical, and mechanical properties due to its 2D crystal structure. Graphene is of both fundamental interest and suitable for a wide ...read more
Nanopathology; A Promising Approach for Targeted Cancer Treatment
Cancer is the most challenging diseases in treatment worldwide. Recently, the nanotechnology opened the gate for targeting the cancer as a promising therapy. The small size and exceptional properties of nanoparticles give it several advantages for easily targeting of cancerous cells. Furthermore, this advantage allows them to easily penetrate deeply ...read more
Related Journals
- Author Guidelines
- Graphical Abstracts
- Fabricating and Stating False Information
- Research Misconduct
- Post Publication Discussions and Corrections
- Publishing Ethics and Rectitude
- Increase Visibility of Your Article
- Archiving Policies
- Peer Review Workflow
- Order Your Article Before Print
- Promote Your Article
- Manuscript Transfer Facility
- Editorial Policies
- Allegations from Whistleblowers
Related Articles
-
Editorial (Thematic Issue: In vivo MRS: Techniques and Applications)
Current Molecular Imaging (Discontinued) Azole Antimycotics - A Highway to New Drugs or a Dead End?
Current Medicinal Chemistry Targeting Heat Shock Protein 90 for Malaria
Mini-Reviews in Medicinal Chemistry Phosphocitrate, A Potential Therapeutic Agent for Calcium Crystal Deposition Diseases
Current Rheumatology Reviews Estrogen Receptor Beta (ERβ) Expression in Different Subtypes of Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
Current Respiratory Medicine Reviews Targeted Theranostics Against Solid Cancer Using Metal Bond Milk Protein and Aptamers
Current Topics in Medicinal Chemistry In vivo Radiosensitization of Human Glioma U87 Cells Induced by Upregulated Expression of DUSP-2 after Treatment with Curcumin
Current Signal Transduction Therapy Clinical Applications of <sup>18</sup>F-FDG PET/CT in Monitoring Anti-cancer Therapies
Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Preparation and Characterization of Stattic-Loaded Albumin Nanoparticles for Antimetastatic Cancer Treatment
Drug Delivery Letters Tumor-Associated Macrophages as Potential Targets for Anti-Cancer Activity of Marine Invertebrate-Derived Compounds
Current Pharmaceutical Design Aberrant Activation of Arachidonic Acid and Eicosanoid Pathways-Targets for Treating Prostate Cancer
Recent Patents on Endocrine, Metabolic & Immune Drug Discovery (Discontinued) Unequivocal Role of Pyrazine Ring in Medicinally Important Compounds: A Review
Mini-Reviews in Medicinal Chemistry Novel Platelet Signalling Pathways Identified via Proteomics
Current Proteomics 3D-QSAR and Docking Studies on Pyrimidine Derivatives as CSF-1R Inhibitors
Letters in Drug Design & Discovery Experimental Benefits of Sex Hormones on Vascular Function and the Outcome of Hormone Therapy in Cardiovascular Disease
Current Cardiology Reviews Treatment of Chronic Hypercalcemia
Medicinal Chemistry Tc-99m Radiolabeled Alendronate Sodium Microemulsion: Characterization and Permeability Studies Across Caco-2 Cells
Current Drug Delivery A Network-Based Cancer Drug Discovery: From Integrated Multi-Omics Approaches to Precision Medicine
Current Pharmaceutical Design Alpha1-Antitrypsin Deficiency: Transition of Care for the Child With AAT Deficiency into Adulthood
Current Pediatric Reviews Identification of Leads from Marine Seaweeds against Human β-tubulin
Letters in Drug Design & Discovery