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@article{170698,
        author = {Albina Pathan and Jitendra Shinde},
        title = {NANOSPONGES: FROM DESIGN TO APPLICATION –A DETAILED REVIEW},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {7},
        pages = {4212-4223},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=170698},
        abstract = {The paper's abstract discusses the major obstacles that medical researchers must overcome in order to successfully provide targeted medications to particular bodily parts for prolonged periods of time. It draws attention to two primary concerns: the requirement for accurate targeting to guarantee that medications are delivered to the intended site and the control of drug release rate to preserve therapeutic efficacy. In order to maximize dose regimens, reduce side effects, and improve therapeutic efficacy, tailored medication administration is crucial. The study presents nanosponges (NSs) as novel structures with the potential to enhance the management of a number of illnesses, especially cancers like breast, lung, and colon cancer, where preliminary research indicates that NSs may be more effective than conventional drug delivery techniques. NSs are characterized as microscopic particles with nanoscale holes created from biodegradable polymers, capable of enhancing solubility by encapsulating both lipophilic and hydrophilic compounds. A key benefit of NSs over other delivery methods is their polymer's predictable breakdown in the body, which permits controlled drug release. The abstract highlights the potential of nanosponges to improve the safety and effectiveness of medication delivery in medical applications overall.},
        keywords = {Control release, Cancer treatment, Efficacy and safety, Nanosponge, Solubility, Targeted drug delivery, Therapeutic effectiveness.},
        month = {March},
        }