Advanced Polymeric Materials as Therapeutic Agents

Dear Colleagues,

We are delighted to invite you to participate in a new Special Issue entitled “Advanced Polymeric Materials as Therapeutic Agents.” This Special Issue aims to showcase the latest breakthroughs in the realm of polymer-based therapeutic applications, an area that has witnessed remarkable growth and innovation in recent years.

Polymeric materials, whether derived from natural sources or synthetically engineered, have become indispensable in various medical domains, including imaging, diagnosis, and drug delivery. Their versatility enables the development of tailored solutions that enhance therapeutic efficacy while minimizing adverse systemic effects. As such, the exploration of polymer-based therapies presents unprecedented opportunities regarding the advancement of medical science. This Special Issue seeks to delve into subjects that align closely with the journal’s overarching themes. We welcome the submission of original research articles and reviews that delve into the multifaceted landscape of polymer-based therapeutics. While submissions may encompass a wide range of topics, the scope of this Special Issue includes the following:

• Emerging trends and advancements in nanoparticle synthesis, elucidating novel techniques and materials that hold promise for future therapeutic applications.
• Critical analyses of current challenges and future directions in photodiagnostics, elucidating the complexities and opportunities associated with harnessing light-based technologies for medical imaging and diagnosis.
• The application of innovative methodologies and technologies in nanocarriers, exploring cutting-edge approaches to the targeted delivery of therapeutic agents with precision and efficacy.

Your insightful contributions will undoubtedly enrich this Special Issue and contribute to the collective advancement of knowledge in the field of polymer-based therapeutics. We eagerly anticipate the submission of your research, which promises to further our understanding and exploration of the transformative potential of polymeric materials in the realm of therapeutic interventions.

Prof. Dr. Anderson R. L. Caires
Dr. William Facchinatto
Dr. Regiane Godoy de Lima
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.

Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Pharmaceutics is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2900 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.

• biomaterial
• biopolymers
• photodynamic inactivation
• nanotechnology
• drug delivery
• polymer–drug conjugates
• spectroscopic characterization
• theragnostic
• tissue engineering