Advances in nanotechnology applied to natural products
Editors:
Dr. Douglas Dourado, Aggeu Magalhães Institute - FIOCRUZ-PE, Brazil
Prof. Éverton do Nascimento Alencar, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
Prof. Fabio Rocha Formiga, Aggeu Magalhães Institute - FIOCRUZ-PE and University of Pernambuco, Brazil
Prof. Franceline Reynaud, Université de Lorraine, France
Dr. Douglas Dourado, Aggeu Magalhães Institute - FIOCRUZ-PE, Brazil
Prof. Éverton do Nascimento Alencar, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
Prof. Fabio Rocha Formiga, Aggeu Magalhães Institute - FIOCRUZ-PE and University of Pernambuco, Brazil
Prof. Franceline Reynaud, Université de Lorraine, France
Natural products have numerous molecules capable of promoting different biological activities. However, aspects linked to their natural form, such as organoleptic characteristics (color, odor, texture), permeability, chemical instability, toxicity and lack of selectivity to biological targets, limit their application. A promising strategy is using nanoscale systems that can carry these bioactives, circumventing their main drawbacks.
Contributions to this thematic issue may include, but are not limited to, synthesis, physicochemical characterization and the applications of:
- Lipid nanoparticles containing fixed and essential oils
- Polymeric nanocapsules containing a lipophilic core
- Polymeric nanoparticles containing plant extracts and/or biomarkers
- Nanoemulsions and microemulsions based on natural oils
- Nanogels containing plant extracts and natural oils
- Metallic nanoparticles via green synthesis
- Nanosystems containing drugs associated with natural products
Submission deadline: March 31, 2025.
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