Science and Applications of Nanoparticles

Nanoparticles have emerged as important players in modern techniques,  having applications from medicine and drug delivery to textiles and  agriculture. Nanoscale materials are already integrated into our  everyday lives in various forms, such as sunscreen lotions containing  nanoparticles, dirt-resistant glass with nanocoatings, and nanodrugs.  This book reviews the recent developments in the applications of  nanoscale materials in drug delivery, agriculture, cosmetics, textiles,  and photonics. It also covers other interesting topics in detail, such  as nanoencapsulation, nanoparticle formation, and surface  functionalization of nanomaterials. It is a valuable resource for  practical use and offers up-to-date information given by specialists in  each field. It is a useful reference for materials scientists, chemical  engineers working in R&D and academia, and inquisitive readers who  want to learn more about the applications of nanoparticles and  nanomaterials in different fields.