This book examines stealth liposomes from a multidisciplinary approach, which includes theoretical polymer physics, organic synthesis, colloid science, and biology. Discussions include theory, chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, preclinical studies in model systems, and medical applications in humans.

This book provides an up-to-date evaluation of clinical aspects of newly available "long-circulating liposome" formulations. Based on results from numerous clinical studies, the book describes the fundamentals of this new technology, discusses how it may influence the pharmacology of existing well-known agents reformulated in this manner, and elaborates on future expectations. It provides the practicing clinician - in particular, oncologists and critical care infectious disease physicians - with the tools needed to use these new formulations towards the best outcome for the patient.

Cancer is a Major cause of death in today's fast changing world. Many recent developments involve in targeting Cancer cells without harming the normal celss. This book deals with Targeting Gemcitabine Containing Stealth (PEG Coated) Liposomes targeting Cancer cells. Breast Cancer cells are researched in this book. Cytotoxic and biodistribution studies are successfully carried out. Detailed methods of various preparations of liposomes are mentioned. Various characterization techniques like SEM and TEM are carried out and explained. Cytotoxic studies like cell line study is carried out on MCF-7 Cell line. Biodistribution distribution srudies are also carried successfully on Rats. This is one and half year core research from Parul Institute of Pharmacy, ACTREC (Advanced Center for Traetment, Research and Education on Cancer), Mumbai, Indian Institute of Technology, Powai and Sun Pharma Advanced research center, Vadodara. Author, Varshik Hemani, is also coming up with in-depth research on Wireless Drug Delivery System. This is current ongoing project at MIT, Boston, USA.

This book is devoted to a broader understanding of liposomes as a versatile tool used in many domains, including basic research and applied technology, focusing on less common applications and recent developments. Over the past few years, new types of liposomes made of nonphospholipid molecules have opened new perspectives in applications. These lipid vesicles, already used in cosmetology, are being manufactured for industrial and agricultural uses. However, "Stealth" liposomes, pH-sensitive liposomes, and cationic liposomes have enlarged and improved the application field of liposomes in clinical research. The book covers these different uses of liposomes with particular attention to new formulations and new applications.

Guide to current liposome drug delivery technology. Applications, preparation, pharmacokinetics, stability, passive and active targeting, and industrial production. Special emphasis on "stealth" liposomes (liposomes with extended circulation times).