Basic concepts and processing of nanostructures materials -- Nanomaterials: Synthesis, physicochemical characterization, and biopharmaceutical applications -- One-dimensional (1D) nanomaterials: Nanorods and nanowires; nanoscale processing -- Carbon-based nanostructures and nanomaterials -- Fabrication of nanostructures by physical techniques -- Liposomal nanostructures: Properties and applications -- Quantum dots: A brief introduction -- Magnetic nanoparticles -- Nanoscale self-assembly -- Nanocellulose and its composite films: Applications, properties, preparation methods, and limitations -- Nanostructures for biomedical devices -- Nanostructures for humidity sensing and photocatalytic applications -- Nanostructures for antimicrobial therapy -- Nanocomposites of polymer matrices: Nanoscale processing -- Hybrid organic-inorganic nanostructures in proton exchange membranes for fuel cells -- Nanostructured hydroxyapatite biomaterial as gas sensor -- Processing strategies of chitosan-built nano-hydrogel as smart drug carriers -- Ultradeformable liposomal nanostructures: Role in transdermal delivery of therapeutics

Nanoscale Processing outlines recent advances in processing techniques for a range of nanomaterial types. New developments in the processing of nanostructured materials are being applied in diverse fields. This book offers in-depth information and analysis of a range of processing techniques for nanostructures, and also covers nanocharacterization aspects thoroughly. Topics covered include zero dimensional nanostructures, nanostructured biomaterials, carbon-based nanostructures, polymeric and liposomal nanostructures, and quantum dots. This book is an important resource for materials scientists and engineers looking to learn more about a variety of processing techniques for various nanomaterial classes, for use in both the industrial and biomedical sectors.

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