Selenium-Based Compounds and Nanobiomaterials in Biomedical Applications

Selenium-based Compounds and Nanobiomaterials in Biomedical Applications delves into the evolving landscape of selenium research and it's novel uses in biomedical applications. Edited and contributed by leading experts from academia and industry, this book details the progression of selenium from an essential micronutrient to a promising therapeutic agent. Chapters encompass selenium's pivotal roles in maintaining physiological balance, its contribution to metabolic pathways, and its implications for human health. Furthermore, the book thoroughly reviews recent advancements in developing and utilizing selenium-based nanomaterials for targeted drug delivery, cancer treatment, and immunomodulation against viral pathogens. Selenium-based Compounds and Nanobiomaterials in Biomedical Applications is a must-read reference for an interdisciplinary audience, including researchers and academics in the fields of biomaterials, nanotechnology, materials science, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, and more.

- Introduces the state-of-the-art in selenium research, and the physiological role of selenium in the human body as an essential micronutrient

- Comprehensively details the newest technologies used in the fabrication of selenium-based nanobiomaterials, including green chemistry procedures, biosynthesis and more

- Reviews the benefits of selenium-based nanobiomaterials and compounds for a range of biomedical applications, – including cancer treatment and drug delivery – highlighting the clinical and translation considerations with the aid of case studies