Nanoparticles for Dermal and Transdermal Delivery
A special issue of Pharmaceutics (ISSN 1999-4923). This special issue belongs to the section "Drug Delivery and Controlled Release".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 6
Special Issue Editor
Interests: skin delivery; dermal delivery; transdermal delivery; nanocarriers; liposomes; penetration enhancer
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue, entitled “Nanoparticles for Dermal and Transdermal Delivery”, highlights the recent advancements and cutting-edge research in the field of nanoparticle-based delivery systems tailored for dermal and transdermal applications. With the growing interest in overcoming the formidable barrier properties of the stratum corneum, this Special Issue collates original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and case studies focusing on the design, characterization, and evaluation of nanoparticles that facilitate effective drug delivery into/through the skin.
Key topics include the physicochemical properties of nanoparticles influencing skin permeation, such as size, surface charge, and composition, as well as the role of innovative materials (lipid-based, polymeric, metallic, and hybrid nanoparticles) in enhancing the skin absorption and therapeutic efficacy of drugs. This Special Issue also addresses the safety, biocompatibility, and regulatory considerations that accompany the development of these advanced delivery systems, alongside insights into clinical translation.
By bringing together contributions from leading experts and emerging researchers, this Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the opportunities and challenges associated with nanoparticle-based dermal and transdermal delivery systems, ultimately fostering innovation and advancing the pursuit of improved therapeutic outcomes.
Dr. Nina Dragićević
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- nanoparticles
- nanocarriers
- lipid-based nanoparticles
- polymeric nanoparticles
- metallic nanoparticles
- dermal delivery
- transdermal delivery
- skin permeation
- drug delivery systems
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