Research on the Development of Nano-Based Polymeric Films for Drugs and Their Derivatives

Dear Colleagues,

Polymeric films are versatile forms that present a vast broad of applications, including therapeutic and cosmetic purposes, wound dressing, and intelligent packaging. Multiple materials are studied for preparing polymeric films, from those of synthetic to even natural origin, such as polysaccharides. Remarkably, the solid state of polymeric films positively influences their physicochemical and microbiological stability as well as allows the application by multiple administration routes, e.g. cutaneous, oral, and vaginal, among others. Recently, the association of nanocarriers with polymeric films has been investigated given the potentialities attributed to nanotechnological-based formulations, including controlled drug release, reduced toxicity, increased adhesiveness, permeation through biological barriers and pharmacological actions. In this sense, nano-based polymeric films may represent a promising alternative for numerous purposes. Thus, this Special Issue aims to address studies approaching the development, characterization, and biological evaluation of nanotechnological-based polymeric films. Potential new uses and novel formulations of polymeric films are welcome, mainly exploring the use of biodegradable and biocompatible materials.

In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but not limited to) the following: nano-based polymeric films, natural gums or other natural agents as film forming materials, toxicological aspects of polymeric films associated with nanocarriers (hard and soft-particles), pharmacological evaluation of nano-based polymeric films containing drugs and their derivatives, and films for personal care.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Prof. Dr. André Ricardo Fajardo
Prof. Dr. Luana Mota Ferreira
Dr. Marcel Henrique Marcondes Sari
Guest Editors

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