Metal Nanoparticles - Synthesis and Applications in Pharmaceutical Sciences

A much-needed summary of the importance, synthesis and applications of metal nanoparticles in pharmaceutical sciences, with a focus on ruthenium and platinum nanoparticles. After a brief introduction to the history of metal complexes in medicine and fundamentals of nanotechnology, the text goes on to describe different types of metal nanoparticles, their preparation, physicochemical properties and characterization. This is followed by an in-depth presentation of current biomedical applications, such as drug delivery, chemotherapy, and diagnostic imaging. Aimed at stimulating further research in this active field, the book serves as an essential reference and guide for academics and professionals working in the field of drug discovery and delivery, nanomaterials, inorganic chemistry, and nanomedicine.