Nanomedicine : Panacea or Pandora's Box? Paperback / softback
by Jonathan Simon, Bertrand H. Rihn
Paperback / softback
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The book is an introduction to nanomedicine informed by a philosophical reflection about the domain and recent developments.
It is an overview of the field, sketching out the main areas of current investment and research.
The authors present some case-studies illustrating the different areas of research (nanopharmacy, theranostics and patient monitoring) as well as reflecting on the risks that accompany it, such as unanticipated impacts on human health and environmental toxicity.
This introduction to a fast-growing field in modern medical research is of great interest to researchers working in many disciplines as well as the general public.
In addition to an overview of the work currently ongoing, the authors critically assess these projects from an ethical and philosophical perspective. Key Features Provides an overview of nanomedicine Employs a reflective and coherent critical evaluation of the benefits and risks of nanomedicine Written in an accessible manner intended for a wide audienceRelated TitlesHehenberger, M.
Nanomedicine: Science, Business, and impact (ISBN 978-9-8146-1376-7). Beg, S., et al. Nanomedicine for the treatment of Disease: From Concept to Application (ISBN 978-1-7746-3443-1)Brenner, S.
The Clinical Nanomedicine Handbook (ISBN 978-1-1380-7578-8)
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:163 pages, 1 Tables, black and white; 2 Line drawings, black and white; 2 Illustrations, black and w
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:25/04/2023
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- ISBN:9780367436247
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Out of StockMore expected soonContact us for further information
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:163 pages, 1 Tables, black and white; 2 Line drawings, black and white; 2 Illustrations, black and w
- Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date:25/04/2023
- Category:
- ISBN:9780367436247