Innovative Applications and Performance Optimization of Biodegradable Polymers in Drug Delivery
A special issue of Pharmaceuticals (ISSN 1424-8247). This special issue belongs to the section "Pharmaceutical Technology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 February 2026 | Viewed by 43
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Biodegradable polymers have emerged as critical materials in the development of advanced drug delivery systems due to their biocompatibility, tunable degradation rates, and ability to deliver therapeutic agents in a controlled manner. As the demand for safer, more efficient, and environmentally sustainable pharmaceutical technologies grows, biodegradable polymers are gaining widespread attention across both academic research and industrial innovation.
This Special Issue aims to highlight the latest advancements in the design, characterization, and application of biodegradable polymers in drug delivery. We invite contributions that focus on novel polymer synthesis, intelligent formulation strategies, and performance optimization techniques that enhance therapeutic outcomes. Particular emphasis will be placed on studies exploring controlled release mechanisms, targeted delivery systems, polymer–drug interactions, and in vivo performance evaluation. Furthermore, the Special Issue welcomes interdisciplinary approaches that integrate polymer science, nanotechnology, pharmacokinetics, and biomedical engineering. Reviews that consolidate current knowledge or offer critical insights into regulatory challenges and future trends in the field are also encouraged.
By bringing together innovative research and expert perspectives, this Special Issue seeks to foster a deeper understanding of how biodegradable polymers can be engineered for next-generation drug delivery platforms. Researchers, clinicians, and industry professionals are invited to contribute their findings and help shape the future of this dynamic and impactful area of materials science.
Dr. Nikolaos D. Bikiaris
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- biodegradable polymers
- drug delivery systems
- controlled release
- polymeric nanoparticles
- targeted drug delivery
- in vivo drug delivery
- sustained release formulations
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