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172 articles for “Nano Formulation”
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Enhancing Peptic Ulcer Therapy: Innovations in Mucoadhesive Drug Delivery
Abstract: Peptic ulcer disease is still a sincere gastrointestinal demand makes medication administration difficult because of the harsh and changing stomach environment. This paper investigates the potential of using mucoadhesive drug delivery devices to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of peptic ulcer therapies. Due to the inherent characteristics of mucoadhesive drug delivery systems, localized and sustained drug release is made possible by their extended contact and adherence to the gastrointestinal tract's …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 62–76 Read article
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Self-Healing Structural Polymer Composites Incorporating Bio-Inspired Nanofillers
Abstract: Self-healing polymer composites become an attractive family of intelligent materials that are capable of autonomously repairing damage, which will enhance their durability, reliability and service life in extreme engineering applications. The materials are based on the principles of nature, using the nanofillers that are derived from biological systems to improve mechanical properties and self-healing capabilities by utilizing hierarchical structures and multifunctional interface interactions. The recent developments on the formulation of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Nanotechnology’s Emerging Frontiers
Abstract: Nanotechnology holds significant promise across diverse sectors, including agriculture, food processing, energy, transportation, and communication systems. This swiftly evolving domain revolves around the development of groundbreaking materials and devices that tackle intricate engineering and scientific hurdles across various sectors. In agriculture and food processing, nanotechnology unfolds a myriad of potentialities. Its potential extends to the development of various products such as nano-fertilizers, nano-herbicides, nano-pesticides, and nano-scale carriers. Additionally, it plays …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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Swarna Bhasma as a Nanomedicine in Ayurveda: A Comprehensive Review on its Efficacy in Remediation of Rheumatoid Arthritis, an Autoimmune Disorder
Abstract: Swarna Bhasma, a key component in Ayurvedic medicine, has gained attention as a promising nanomedicine for the treatment of autoimmune disorders, particularly Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). This ancient therapeutic formulation involves the purification and calcination of gold, rendering it into a nano-sized particle known as Swarna Bhasma. Ayurveda, with its holistic approach, recognizes the significance of this nanomedicine in addressing the root causes of autoimmunity and RA, providing a potential avenue …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 16–28 Read article
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Hybrid Epoxy Composites with Areca and Abaca Fibers: Effect of Nano-SiO₂ on Mechanical Properties
Abstract: This study explores the fabrication and mechanical evaluation of sustainable epoxy-based hybrid composites reinforced with Areca fiber (ARF), Abaca fiber (ABF), and nano-silica (SiO₂). The composites were made using a hand layup process, maked five variants (S1–S5) with ARF content ranging from 0–40 wt% and nano-silica content from 0–8 wt%, while maintaining ABF as the primary reinforcement. Mechanical performance was assessed through tensile strength (TS), flexural strength (FS), and impact …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 606–613 Read article
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Polymeric Materials in Drug Delivery: Applications in Topical Formulations
Abstract: Polymeric materials play a crucial role in modern drug delivery systems, particularly in topical formulations. These materials enhance drug stability, control release rates, and improve bioavailability, making them essential components in pharmaceutical advancements. Polymers such as chitosan, hydrogels, and emulsifying agents are widely utilized in immediate-release topical formulations, where they contribute to improving therapeutic efficacy by ensuring uniform drug distribution, increased solubility, and enhanced skin penetration. The integration of polymer-based …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 34–41 Read article
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Review on Drug Nanoparticles: Special Emphasis on Herbal Nanoparticals
Abstract: Nanoparticles have greater research horizon and smaller size ranging from 1 to 1000 nm. This is very small as compared to other particles. As their size is extremely small, so ultimately their route of administration and reaching to site of action becomes more convenient. These nano-scale particles can easily pass out the cell membrane such as blood brain-barriers. Nanoparticles are synthesized from various metals, polymers, microbes and even from plant …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 48–58 Read article
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Sustainable High-Strength Geopolymer Composite Reinforced with Nano-Silica and Basalt Fibers: Mechanical and Microstructural Evaluation
Abstract: Sustainable soil composites (SSC) were formulated by incorporating red earth with varying proportions of bagasse ash (BA) and hydrated lime to enhance geotechnical performance and promote the reuse of agro-industrial waste. Red earth served as the primary structural matrix, BA functioned as a pozzolanic filler, and lime acted as a chemical stabilizer. BA content ranged from 0% to 60%, identifying 10% as the optimum level for significant improvement, and lime …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 1113–1122 Read article
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Thermal Conductivity and Energy Storage Performance of Paraffin Wax-Based Composites Reinforced with Amine Functionalized Graphene as a Nanofiller
Abstract: In this study, amine-functionalized graphene (AFG) was employed as a nanofiller/nanomaterial to enhance the thermal and structural properties of a paraffin wax (PW)-based polymeric composite, formulated as a phase change material (PCM). The PW/AFG composite was synthesized with varying nanofiller volume fractions (0.20%, 0.40%, 0.80%, and 1.60%), and its thermal conductivity, stability, and energy storage performance were systematically analyzed. The incorporation of AFG into the polymer matrix significantly improved the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 355–374 Read article
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Polymer Composite Phase Change Materials: Materials Design, Processing, Characterization, and Structure–Property Relationships—A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Polymer composite phase change materials (PCPCMs) have been recognized as an innovative category of multifunctional polymeric materials, which could be tuned by appropriate materials design, composite formation, and interface modification. With the incorporation of phase change materials in polymer matrix systems and functional fillers, PCPCMs show improved mechanical properties, physicochemical stability, and functionality in contrast to traditional phase change materials. With recent advances in polymer science, nanocomposites, and processing techniques, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article
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Polymer Chemistry and Its Applications in Pharmaceutical Composite Formulations
Abstract: Polymer chemistry plays a critical role in pharmaceutical formulations, particularly in enhancing drug stability, bioavailability, and controlled release. Polymers are widely utilized in drug delivery systems. Polymers are widely used in pharmaceutical sciences for drug delivery, controlled release, and stability enhancement. This paper explores the role of polymers in the extraction and formulation of glycyrrhetinic acid from Glycyrrhiza glabra, a bioactive compound. Various polymer-based extraction and purification techniques are discussed, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 216–221 Read article
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Pickering asphalt-water emulsions stabilized by polystyrene nanoparticles obtained from recycled material
Abstract: In recent years, emulsified asphalt has been found to offer numerous advantages over conventional asphalt. More recently still, emulsified asphalt stabilized with nanoparticles has emerged as an option for the construction field because this substance has many advantages over traditional emulsified asphalt, which is formulated with surfactants that tend to be less stable and more toxic. These new formulations are called Pickering emulsions. They can align with basic sustainability principles. …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Data-Driven Material Design and Performance Improvement: Constructing Sustainable Polymer Nanocomposites Using Deep Learning
Abstract: In the formation of sustainable polymer nanocomposites, the effective material techniques are required to balance the mechanical qualities, environmental compatibility and processing efficiency. The optimization of polymer matrix, nanofiller loading, processing conditions and material properties is typically time consuming, resource intensive and highly dependent on trial-error methodology using standard experimental techniques. The present work provides a data-driven approach that combines deep learning with sustainable polymer nanocomposite design for predicting and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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AI-Optimized Nano-Silica Reinforced PCM Composites for Predictive Solar-Thermal Energy Storage Networks
Abstract: This study presents an AI-optimized nano-silica reinforced polymer composite phase change material (PCM) for predictive solar-thermal energy storage networks. The proposed composite combines paraffin wax, high-density polyethylene (HDPE), and uniformly dispersed nano-silica particles to improve thermal conductivity, structural stability, leakage resistance, and long-term cycling performance. The composite was fabricated through melt blending and ultrasonication-assisted nanoparticle dispersion, followed by comprehensive morphological, chemical, thermal, and thermophysical characterization using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article
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Self-Nanoemulsifying Drug Delivery System for Atorvastatin Calcium: Design, Optimization and Evaluation
Abstract: Atorvastatin calcium (ATC) is the choice of drug in the treatment of moderate to severe hypercholesterolemia. In the current study, ATC self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery systems (SNEDDS) were prepared in an attempt to improve the bioavailability by enhancing its solubility. The solubility of ATC in various oils, surfactants, and co-surfactants were determined. Based on their solubility, Capmul MCM (oil), Tween 20 (surfactant), propylene glycol (Co-surfactant) was selected for preparation of SNEDDS. …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 27–36 Read article
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Biopolymer-Based Nanoparticles: Advances in Fabrication, Characterization, and Biomedical Applications
Abstract: The emergence of biopolymer-based nanoparticles, particularly those composed of proteins and polysaccharides, has significantly transformed the landscape of biocompatible and biodegradable materials. These nanoparticles offer immense potential due to their ability to facilitate encapsulation and targeted delivery of bioactive compounds, enhancing therapeutic efficacy while minimizing side effects. This review explores the various fabrication techniques, including emulsification, desolvation, coacervation, and electrospray drying, emphasizing their advantages and limitations. The characterization of nanoparticles …
Published in International Journal of Photochemistry and Photochemical Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 38–46 Read article
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A Detailed Description of Emulsion and its Types - A Review
Abstract: This article mainly focused on the full description of emulsions, emulsions are defined as thermodynamically unstable systems consisting of one liquid dispersed throughout other in the form of droplets. It is stabilized by adding emulsifiers. There are many sign of instability of emulsion which is creaming, flocculation, coalescence. Paper also describe lots of factors includes in making better emulsions, The basic type of emulsion are oil in water (o/w) and …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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An Aggregate-Breakage Percolation Model and ANN-Based Internal Validation for Curvature-Dependent Electrical Conductivity of MWCNT/TPU Nanocomposites
Abstract: Strain-dependent percolation models are mostly built and tested for uniaxial tension, yet many flexible sensors and stretchable devices work mainly in bending, where the outer fibre is stretched, the inner fibre is compressed and the strain changes with thickness. This study extends an aggregate-breakage percolation model, originally formulated for uniaxial strain, to through-thickness bending of a multi-walled carbon nanotube/thermoplastic polyurethane (MWCNT/TPU) nanocomposite. The local strain is taken as ε(y) = …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article
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Copper Sulfide Semiconducting Nanoparticles for Antibacterial Applications: Synthesis Strategies, Mechanisms and Performance – A Review
Abstract: Copper sulfide nanoparticles (CuS NPs) have drawn growing attention as a next-generation antibacterial platform, owing to their tunable structural, optical, and catalytic properties. This review consolidates current evidence on CuS NP synthesis, mechanisms, and antibacterial performance, comparing chemical and green synthesis routes alongside the effects of morphology, doping, and surface modification. Mechanistically, CuS NPs act through several overlapping pathways, including reactive oxygen species generation, bacterial membrane disruption, ion release, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 236–253 Read article
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Advanced Mathematical Modelling of Nanoscale Semiconductor Devices for Low-Power Microelectronic Applications
Abstract: With the ongoing scaling down of semiconductor devices, there is an increasing need for accurate mathematical models of electrostatic control, carrier transport, leakage current, and power consumption at the nanometer scale. As the sizes of semiconductors continue to decrease, there is a growing need for accurate mathematical models of electrostatic control, carrier transport, leakage current, and power consumption at the nanometer scale. In this work, a common mathematical modelling approach …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article