Lipid Membranes as Multifunctional Platforms for Bioactive Delivery
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Macromolecules".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 14
Special Issue Editor
Interests: lipid membranes; biomimetic systems; polymers; controlled release; advanced delivery platforms; natural extracts
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Dear Colleagues,
Lipid membranes are versatile, biomimetic structures that have attracted significant attention as delivery platforms for a wide range of bioactive compounds. Their unique ability to encapsulate, protect and release molecules with controlled kinetics makes them ideal for applications where stability, biocompatibility and targeted performance are crucial. Recent advances in lipid-based systems, including liposomes, micelles, and nanostructured lipid carriers, are opening up new opportunities to enhance the delivery and efficacy of bioactive substances in various sectors, such as healthcare, nutrition and cosmetics. The aim of this Special Issue is to highlight the latest progress in the design, characterisation and application of lipid membranes as smart carriers. We welcome contributions addressing fundamental aspects of membrane structure and dynamics, novel strategies to improve stability and bioavailability, computational and in silico studies, and innovative methods to tailor release profiles. Emphasis will be placed on contributions that connect basic insights with applied research using either experimental or computational approaches to improve the stabilisation, delivery and efficacy of bioactive compounds in health, nutrition and dermal care. By bringing together original research articles and reviews, this Special Issue will encourage discussion between scientists and innovators working on lipid-based systems, thereby advancing knowledge and stimulating future breakthroughs in the field.
Dr. Ylenia Miele
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- lipid-based carriers
- drug delivery
- bioactive compounds
- in silico, in vitro and in vivo models
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