Nanosized Gel as a Drug Delivery System

Dear Colleagues,

The presented Special Issue entitled “Nanosized Gel as a Drug Delivery System” is a highly promising issue because it combines the two rapidly growing topics: drug delivery systems and nanoscience in the field of gels.

Gels, nanogels, and hydrogels have been extensively used as scaffolds in various types of systems due to their high water concentration and biocompatibility. They can be characterized by excellent properties relating to cell adhesion, proliferation, migration, and differentiation. All of these advantages promote the development of tissue engineering.

In recent years, the application of nano-sized in drug delivery systems has received considerable attention. The macro- and microporous structure, high water content, and controllable drug delivery provide better conditions for cell behavior and tissue regeneration.  To maximize therapeutic activity, smart drug delivery systems are continuously being improved.

This Special Issue will collect original research articles and reviews discussing the synthesis, characterization, and deployment of nanogel drug delivery systems. We welcome submissions from various fields, including materials science, tissue engineering, chemistry, biology, and medicine. The publication of original research articles, rapid communications or reviews in this Special Issue will make an important contribution to developing nanogels dedicated to drug-delivery systems.

Dr. Sara Targonska
Prof. Dr. Rafał Jakub Wiglusz
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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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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