Chitosan in Modern Pharmacotherapy: From Drug Encapsulation to Targeted Delivery Systems
A special issue of Pharmaceutics (ISSN 1999-4923). This special issue belongs to the section "Drug Delivery and Controlled Release".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 December 2025 | Viewed by 40
Special Issue Editors
Interests: chitosan-based nanoparticles; oxidative stress; targeted drug delivery; biopharmaceutical applications; clinical translation
Interests: chitosan-based nanoparticles; oxidative stress; targeted drug delivery; biopharmaceutical applications; clinical translation
Interests: chitosan-based nanoparticles; oxidative stress; targeted drug delivery; biopharmaceutical applications; clinical translation
Interests: chitosan-based nanoparticles; oxidative stress; targeted drug delivery; biopharmaceutical applications; clinical translation
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Chitosan, a natural, biodegradable, and biocompatible polysaccharide, has emerged as a promising material for advanced drug delivery systems due to its excellent mucoadhesive properties, ease of chemical modification, and ability to respond to physiological stimuli. Recent research highlights its potential in targeted and controlled drug delivery, especially for combating oxidative stress-related diseases, where redox-sensitive systems can greatly improve therapeutic outcomes. This Special Issue aims to gather innovative studies and reviews that explore the pharmacological benefits, formulation strategies, and clinical applications of chitosan-based drug carriers. We especially welcome manuscripts focusing on nano- and micro-structured systems, injectable hydrogels, mucosal delivery platforms, and chitosan derivatives with enhanced solubility and stability. Contributions bridging the gap between experimental results and clinical implementation are encouraged.
We look forward to receiving your submissions.
Dr. Robertas Lazauskas
Prof. Dr. Dalia Adukauskienė
Dr. Lolita Kuršvietienė
Dr. Inga Staneviciene
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- chitosan-based nanoparticles
- oxidative stress
- targeted drug delivery
- biopharmaceutical applications
- clinical translation
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