Editors: Shaweta Sharma, Aftab Alam, Akhil Sharma

Mucosal Vaccine Delivery Systems: The Future of Immunization (Part 1)

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ISBN: 978-981-5324-58-7 (Print)
ISBN: 978-981-5324-57-0 (Online)
Year of Publication: 2025
DOI: 10.2174/97898153245701250101

Introduction

Mucosal Vaccine Delivery Systems: The Future of Immunization – Part I presents a pioneering exploration into the realm of mucosal vaccination, covering innovative delivery platforms, immunological mechanisms, and their diverse applications in human and veterinary medicine. This comprehensive volume examines the regulatory, economic, and technological landscapes shaping mucosal vaccine development, highlighting their pivotal role in combating infectious diseases, chronic ailments, and advancing cancer immunotherapy.

Key Features:

  • - Detailed insights into nasal, oral, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, and urogenital vaccination.
  • - Analysis of mucosal vaccines in pediatric and elderly healthcare.
  • - Exploration of adjuvants, bioprocessing challenges, and commercialization trends.
  • - Contributions from leading researchers in the field.


Readership:

Ideal for researchers, immunologists, healthcare professionals, and pharmaceutical scientists, this book is essential reading for anyone involved in vaccine research and development, as well as students and academics in immunology, pharmaceutical sciences, and public health.

Preface

Mucosal vaccine delivery systems have emerged as a groundbreaking approach in immunization, offering a non-invasive and effective alternative to traditional methods. By targeting mucosal surfaces, the primary entry points for many pathogens these vaccines harness the body’s natural immune defenses to provide enhanced protection. This book, Mucosal Vaccine Delivery Systems: The Future of Immunization – Part I, explores the latest advancements, challenges, and opportunities in this rapidly evolving field.

The book covers various mucosal delivery platforms, including nasal, oral, pulmonary, and urogenital vaccines. Nasal vaccination enhances both local and systemic immunity, while oral vaccines provide a needle-free, patient-friendly alternative. Pulmonary vaccines offer inhalable solutions for respiratory diseases, and urogenital vaccination addresses sexually transmitted infections. Additionally, mucosal vaccines for gastrointestinal infections are explored, highlighting their role in combating enteric pathogens.

Special focus is given to pediatric and elderly populations. Mucosal vaccines reduce distress in children while ensuring effective immune responses. In elderly patients, they help counter immunosenescence, enhancing vaccine efficacy. As global health challenges persist, mucosal vaccination represents the future of immunization. We hope this book serves as a valuable resource, inspiring innovation and collaboration toward more accessible and efficient vaccines worldwide.

Shaweta Sharma
School of Medical and Allied Sciences
Galgotias University, Yamuna Expressway
Gautam Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh-201310
India

Aftab Alam
School of Pharmacy Katihar Medical College
Campus Alkarim University Katihar-854106 Katihar
India

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Akhil Sharma
R.J. College of Pharmacy, Raipur, Gharbara
Tappal, Khair Uttar Pradesh, India

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