Cancer Nanomedicine: Imaging, Targeting and Therapeutic Applications
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Nanoscience".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 5
Special Issue Editors
Interests: biochemistry & molecular; biology radiology, nuclear medicine & medical imaging; chemistry; engineering; instruments & instrumentation
Interests: nanoparticles; cancer; immunology
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Dear Colleagues,
Cancer remains one of the most challenging diseases globally, with conventional therapies often limited by poor selectivity, systemic toxicity, and drug resistance. Nanomedicine has emerged as a transformative approach that addresses these limitations through the development of sophisticated nanoparticle platforms. These nanoscale systems offer unique advantages, including enhanced drug solubility and bioavailability, prolonged circulation times, and the ability to bypass biological barriers. Recent advances have led to multifunctional nanoparticles capable of simultaneous imaging, targeting, and therapeutic delivery, enabling personalized treatment strategies and real-time monitoring of therapeutic responses.
This Special Issue aims to showcase cutting-edge research in cancer nanomedicine, encompassing the entire pipeline from nanoparticle design and synthesis to clinical applications. We seek contributions that advance our understanding of nanoparticle-cancer cell interactions, novel targeting strategies, multimodal imaging approaches, and innovative therapeutic delivery systems. Particular emphasis is placed on theranostic platforms, stimuli-responsive nanocarriers, immunomodulatory applications, and translational studies that bridge laboratory discoveries with clinical implementation. We welcome original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and perspectives that demonstrate the potential of nanomedicine to revolutionize cancer care through improved imaging, precise targeting, and enhanced therapeutic outcomes.
Dr. Marvin Xavierselvan
Prof. Dr. Steven Fiering
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- cancer nanomedicine
- multimodal imaging
- nanoparticle drug delivery
- tumor targeting
- theranostic nanoparticles
- combination therapies
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