Editors: Soumik Podder, Amalesh Samanta

Nanobiomedicine: Fundamentals and Implementation in Theranostic Applications

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ISBN: 979-8-89881-313-0 (Print)
ISBN: 979-8-89881-312-3 (Online)
Year of Publication: 2025
DOI: 10.2174/97988988131231250101

Introduction

Nanobiomedicine: Fundamentals and Implementation in Theranostic Applications explores how the fusion of nanotechnology, biotechnology, and medicine is transforming modern healthcare. Addressing the limitations of conventional diagnostics and therapies, the book explains how nanoparticles enable targeted drug delivery, improved imaging, and combined diagnostic–therapeutic (theranostic) applications, especially in cancer care.

Chapters cover the fundamentals of nanomaterials, their use in photodynamic therapy, immunotherapy, and gene therapy, and their role in protecting and transporting drugs, DNA, and RNA. The book also highlights the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence, with applications in Alzheimer’s detection, AI-driven drug discovery, and ML/DL-based nanomedicine design.

Key Features

  • - Explain nanoparticle-based drug and gene delivery for targeted treatment.
  • - Demonstrate theranostic applications integrating diagnosis and therapy.
  • - Highlight nanomedicine in cancer treatment to reduce damage to healthy cells.
  • - Explore AI-assisted diagnostics and drug discovery for personalised healthcare.
  • - Present emerging nanomaterial strategies for imaging, formulation, and acute therapy.

Target Readership:

Researchers, postgraduate students, biotechnology professionals, clinicians, and healthcare innovators in drug delivery, nanotechnology, and biomedical sciences.

Foreword

The field of nanobiomedicine stands at the precipice of a transformative era in healthcare. The ability to manipulate matter at the nanoscale has opened unprecedented opportunities for diagnosing, treating, and even preventing diseases. This book, Nanobiomedicine: Fundamentals and Implementation in Theranostic Applications, arrives at a crucial juncture, offering a timely and comprehensive exploration of this dynamic field. From its inception, nanobiomedicine has promised targeted therapies, personalized medicine, and earlier disease detection. This promise is now being realized, thanks in part to the synergistic integration of artificial intelligence. Artificial intelligence has the ability to analyze vast datasets, identify patterns, and optimize processes. These key features have accelerated research and development in nanobiomedicine, leading to breakthroughs that were once considered science fiction.

This book expertly navigates the complex landscape of nanobiomedicine, providing readers with a clear understanding of the fundamental principles, diverse applications, and the exciting potential of AI-driven advancements. It meticulously covers key areas, from the basics of nanomaterials and their interactions with biological systems to cutting-edge applications in theranostics, cancer treatment, and neurodegenerative diseases. The book also thoughtfully addresses the challenges and ethical considerations associated with this rapidly evolving field, including risk management and security in AI-based nanomedicinal applications.

What sets this book apart is its holistic approach. It not only delves into the scientific intricacies of nanobiomedicine but also highlights the crucial role of interdisciplinary collaboration. Researchers, clinicians, engineers, and data scientists must work together to unlock the full potential of this field, and this book serves as a valuable platform for fostering such collaboration. I am particularly impressed by the book's focus on the integration of artificial intelligence. The chapters dedicated to AI in nanomedicine formulation, Alzheimer's disease detection, and spinal surgery offer compelling examples of how AI is revolutionizing healthcare. These applications hold immense promise for improving patient outcomes and transforming the way we deliver care.

Nanobiomedicine and AI: Shaping the Future of Healthcare is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of medicine. It is a valuable resource for researchers, clinicians, students, and policymakers alike. I am confident that this book will inspire further exploration, stimulate innovation, and ultimately contribute to the advancement of nanobiomedicine and the betterment of human health.

Santanu Kumar Sen
Principal
Saheed Anurup Chandra Mahavidyalaya
State-Aided Degree College, Govt. of West Bengal
West Bengal, India