Nanotechnology in Antibacterial Drug Delivery
A special issue of Pharmaceutics (ISSN 1999-4923). This special issue belongs to the section "Nanomedicine and Nanotechnology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 December 2025 | Viewed by 1810
Special Issue Editor
Interests: pulmonary drug delivery; bacteriophage therapy; biological antibacterials
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Dear Colleagues,
Antimicrobial resistance has been recognized as one of the top global health threats. Facing the continuous challenges from “superbugs”, we are running out of effective antibiotics and stepping into the “post-antibiotic era”. This Special Issue, titled “Nanotechnology in Antibacterial Drug Delivery”, aims to explore the transformative role of nanotechnology in enhancing the efficacy and specificity of antibacterial therapies. It is critical to adopt innovative drug delivery systems that can optimize the therapeutic effectiveness while minimizing side effects of currently available antibiotics, as well as novel antibacterials. Nanotechnology offers novel solutions through the development of nanoparticle-based carriers that can improve drug solubility, stability, and targeted delivery to infection sites.
The significance of this research area is underscored by the urgent global health challenges posed by antibiotic resistance. By leveraging nanocarriers, such as liposomes, polymeric nanoparticles, and nanosuspensions, researchers can enhance drug penetration, facilitate controlled release, and promote synergistic effects with existing antibiogram therapies.
We invite original research articles and comprehensive reviews that investigate novel nanotechnology-based approaches to antibacterial drug delivery. Contributions addressing formulation strategies, targeting mechanisms, and the evaluation of therapeutic outcomes are particularly encouraged. Through this Special Issue, we aim to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange among researchers, ultimately advancing the development of effective antibacterial therapies that leverage the potential of nanotechnology.
I look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Sharon Shui Yee Leung
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- multidrug resistance
- antibiotic resistance
- multidrug-resistant bacteria
- antibiotics
- antibacterial therapies
- nanotechnology
- antibacterial drug delivery
- nanoparticles
- targeted delivery
- controlled release
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