Rheological Studies and Applications of Hydrogels Related to Drug Delivery
A special issue of Gels (ISSN 2310-2861). This special issue belongs to the section "Gel Processing and Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2025 | Viewed by 3209
Special Issue Editors
Interests: hydrogels; biopolymer; bioconjugate; microfluidics; viscoelasticity; drug delivery
2. MTA-SZTE Lendület “Momentum” Noble Metal Nanostructures Research Group, University of Szeged, Rerrich B. Sqr. 1, 6720 Szeged, Hungary
Interests: biopolymers; polymer-based colloidal drug delivery systems; drug encapsulation; nanocarriers
Interests: in vitro early ADME models; CNS and ophthalmic drug permeability; eye drop formulas; drug metabolism; rheology-mucoadhesivity correlation
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Dear Colleagues,
Hydrogels are well-known materials due to their excellent gel-forming properties, the number of publications devoted to which has grown exponentially in recent years. In the realm of drug delivery, rheological studies related to hydrogels have emerged as an essential area of investigation, representing a nexus of scientific inquiry and practical application. The exploration of hydrogel formulations and their rheological characteristics constitutes a fundamental aspect of this Special Issue, delving into the behavior and mechanical attributes that investigate their functionality.
Hydrogels, due to their unique structural characteristics and responsiveness to environmental stimuli, stand as versatile candidates for use as drug delivery systems. The rheological investigation of these materials often consider their viscoelastic properties, shear-thinning behavior, and gelation kinetics, providing insights into the dynamic interplay of forces governing hydrogel mechanics. Such elucidation not only refines our understanding of hydrogel behavior but also informs the rational design of drug carriers tailored to specific therapeutic needs. Furthermore, the pragmatic applications of hydrogels in drug delivery systems have a spectrum of functionalities, encompassing controlled release, site-specific targeting, and sustained drug release. These applications align with the overall objective of enhancing therapeutic efficacy, minimizing side effects, and optimizing patient outcomes. As we study the rheological complexity of hydrogels, their potential as practical vehicles for drug delivery becomes increasingly apparent, as we acknowledge their status a new frontier in pharmaceutical science that has profound implications for personalized and precision medicine.
This Special Issue of Gels, entitled “Rheological Studies and Applications of Hydrogels Related to Drug Delivery”, is dedicated to the latest research in the field of hydrogels. This Special Issue’s scope ranges from their fundamental aspects to particular applications. It will discuss the preparation, properties, and rheological characteristics of hydrogels, as well as their practical applications in drug delivery systems.
Dr. Zsófia Edit Pápay
Dr. Norbert Varga
Prof. Dr. György T. Balogh
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- applications of hydrogels
- hydrogels in drug delivery
- rheology of hydrogels
- role of rheology in drug delivery
- properties of hydrogels
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