Smart Nanodevices for Therapy: Present and Future Perspectives
A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "Biology and Medicines".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 November 2026 | Viewed by 1735
Special Issue Editor
Interests: nanomaterial synthesis and characterization; tissue regeneration; cell toxicology
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Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, titled “Smart Nanodevices for Therapy: Present and Future Perspectives”, explores the cutting-edge advancements in nanotechnology in medicine. The convergence of nanotechnology with medicine has led to the development of highly sophisticated and efficient therapeutic strategies, promising significant improvements in patient outcomes. Key topics covered in this Special Issue include the design and functionalization of nanodevices for targeted drug delivery; innovations in materials used for the production of nanoparticle-based drug carriers in the form of liposomes, dendrimers, micelles, nanotubes, nanorods, polymeric nanoparticles, etc.; and stimuli-responsive nanodevices that can release therapeutic agents in response to specific conditions, ensuring on-demand drug release and enhanced therapeutic efficacy. The application of nanodevices will also be a focal point, with articles addressing the use of nanoparticles for tumor imaging, photothermal therapy, immunotherapy, regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, and the delivery of growth factors to promote tissue repair and regeneration. Emerging trends and future perspectives in the field will also be covered, emphasizing the potential of nanodevices for use in personalized medicine. The ability to tailor nanodevices to individual patient profiles can revolutionize treatment approaches, making them more effective and reducing adverse effects. Additionally, the ethical and regulatory challenges associated with the clinical translation of nanodevices will be discussed, highlighting the need for rigorous safety evaluations and standardized protocols.
In this Special Issue, original research articles, reviews, and case studies that highlight the role of smart nanodevices in diagnosing, treating, and monitoring various diseases are welcome.
Dr. Raffaele Conte
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- nanotechnology
- targeted drug delivery
- stimuli-responsive nanodevices
- cancer therapy
- regenerative medicine
- personalized medicine
- ethical and regulatory challenges
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