Recent Advances in Gels Engineering for Drug Delivery (2nd Edition)

Dear Colleagues,

Gels and nanogels are promising drug delivery systems for different administration routes (oral, parenteral, or topical) due to their biocompatibility and biodegradability, both of which allow for the modification of biological properties and pharmacokinetic profiles. Advances in polymer sciences and structural modifications of polymers imbue nanogels with intriguing properties; these may include responsiveness to different stimuli (pH, temperature, ionic strength, endogenous compounds, etc.), improved adhesion to biological surfaces, and improved anti-microbiological properties among others. In addition, advances in gel-manufacturing processes could improve the efficiency of these drug delivery systems and present a more realistic approach to administration to real patients.

We propose this Special Issue “Recent Advances in Gels Engineering for Drug Delivery (2nd Edition)”, to present up-to-date information about the potential use of gels and nanogels for treating different diseases and to collate novel approaches (including new manufacturing and composition properties), focusing mainly on biomedical applications. Both research articles and review manuscripts are welcome.

Dr. Mireia Mallandrich Miret
Dr. Francisco Fernández-Campos
Guest Editors

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Gels is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

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