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Micro/nanoparticle

Brief Explanation

Nanoparticles are spherical particles composed of natural or artificial materials. Their sizes range from 1 to 100 nm. As a result of their spherical shape and high surface area/volume ratio, these particles have a wide variety of potential applications. Those with dimensions over 100 nm are defined as microparticles. Particle technology is advancing rapidly, providing new and effective treatments for a variety of diseases, including neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. However, targeting drugs effectively and locally to the brain remains a challenge due to the restrictive properties of the blood-brain barrier. Various strategies have been developed to overcome this. Particles are used extensively in many important science and engineering research fields, including medicine and healthcare, manufacturing and materials engineering, environmental engineering, electronics, energy storage, and mechanical industry. As MecNano Technologies, we produce various organic microparticles and nanoparticles.

Unique Features

  • Controlled drug release
  • Highly active pharmaceutical ingredient encapsulation
  • High surface area/volume ratio
  • Enhanced mechanical strength
  • Ability to specifically functionalize its surface
  • High nanoporosity

Our Micro/nanoparticles

  • Poly(lactide-co-glycolide acid) (PLGA)
  • Poly(lactide-co-glycolide acid) / polyethylene glycol (PLGA/PEG)
  • Chitosan / tripolyphosphate (CS/TPP)
  • Zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8)