Supramolecular Design for Biological Applications [Hardcover]

Supramolecular chemistry is the outburst topic of the next generation of science. While the majority of biomedical research efforts to date have centered on utilizing well-known polymeric materials, the recent progress in supramolecular chemistry has introduced a fascinating new field of macromolecular architecture.

Supramolecular Design for Biological Applications focuses on modulating, altering, and mimicking biological functions with a new family of molecular assemblies. The authors provide innovative ideas and concepts for developing novel biomaterials that could be applied in diagnosis, drug carrier operations, and environmental protection. This reference is comprehensive, presenting principles, applications, recent advances, and future directions. Each chapter includes clear and informative illustrations of molecular architectures. The writing is scientific but allows for easy comprehension of the differences in molecular interactions, dimensions, and supramolecular architecture.

Supramolecular Design for Biological Applications will advance the understanding of supramolecular-structured biomaterials and associated issues regarding biological functions. By explaining recent trends and molecular interactions, this book will enable you to initiate new research for nano-scale science and technology in the 21st century.General Introduction, Yui/Kishida/Yamaoka/Ohya
Basic Strategy for Supermolecular Architectures
Hydrophobic Effects, Akiyoshi
Hydrogen Bonds, Ohya
Electrostatic Interaction, Maruyama
Physical Adsorption for Supermolecular Design, Serizawa
Gel and Interpenetrating Polymer Networks, Miyata
Interlocked Molecules, Yui/Ikeda
Biological Application of Supramolecular Architectures
Biodegradable Polymers, Yui/Ooya
Stimuli-Responsive Polymers and Gels, Miyata
Modulated Drug Delivery, Qui/Park
Drug Targeted with Polymeric Micelle Drug Carriers, Yokoyama
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