About book : TEXT BOOK OF MOLECULAR PHARMACEUTICS (NANO TECHNOLOGY & TARGETED DDS) ABOUT THE BOOK Textbook of Molecular Pharmaceutics (Nanotechnology & Targeted Drug Delivery Systems) is an authoritative resource designed for students, researchers, and professionals in the field of pharmaceutical sciences. This comprehensive guide delves into the advanced concepts and methodologies of targeted drug delivery systems, offering a deep understanding of nanotechnology applications in modern medicine. The book begins by exploring the concepts and biological processes of targeted drug delivery systems, with a focus on tumor and brain-specific drug delivery. It provides an insightful examination of the challenges and strategies involved in directing drugs to specific sites in the body. The second section highlights various targeting methods, including the preparation, evaluation, and types of nanoparticles and liposomes. This section serves as a practical guide for developing these advanced drug carriers, with step-by-step instructions for their preparation and assessment. The third chapter introduces microcapsules and microspheres, detailing their types, preparation, and evaluation. This section also covers innovative drug carriers like monoclonal antibodies, niosomes, aquasomes, phytosomes, and electrosomes, emphasizing their preparation methods and applications in drug delivery. A dedicated chapter on pulmonary drug delivery systems explores aerosols, propellants, containers, and intra-nasal delivery systems. It includes practical insights into the preparation and evaluation of these systems, catering to both theoretical and applied learning. The final section of the book focuses on nucleic acid-based therapeutic delivery systems, such as gene therapy. It covers cutting-edge topics like ex-vivo and in-vivo gene therapy, potential targets for gene therapy, and advanced gene expression systems. The role of liposomal gene delivery systems, pharmacokinetics, and therapeuti

About author : Prof. (Dr.) Mukesh Chandra Sharma Dr. Sharma is the Principal at RIMS Split Campus, Motherhood University, Roorkee, with over 12 years of academic and research experience. He holds degrees in pharmacy from reputed institutions and is a life member of IPA, APTI, and IPGA. Dr. Y.A. Chowdary A distinguished academician with 25 years of experience, Dr. Chowdary is Principal at NRI College of Pharmacy. With 75 research papers, two patents, and awards like the JNTUK Best Teacher Award, his expertise spans drug delivery systems and nanotechnology. Dr. Baljeet Singh Dr. Singh, Director of Guru Ram Dass Group of Colleges, Punjab, has 18 years of experience in pharmacognosy. He specializes in herbal drug research and has significantly contributed to academic leadership and quality education. Dr. Raju Choukse Principal at DP College of Pharmacy, Agar Malwa, Dr. Choukse has 18 years of academic and research experience. With 158+ publications, he specializes in NDDS formulation and serves as General Secretary of IPGA (MP). Dr. Sourabh Jain Dr. Jain, Principal at Kewalshree Institute of Pharmacy, Indore, has 12 years of academic and six years of research experience. With 86+ publications, he focuses on preclinical research and NDDS formulation and is active in IPGA and APTI.