Nanoscience in Dermatology covers one of the two fastest growing areas within dermatological
science nanoscience and nanotechnology in dermatology. Recently great progress has been made
in the research and development of nanotechnologies and nanomaterials related to various
applications in medicine and in general the life sciences. There is increasing enthusiasm for
nanotechnology applications in dermatology (drug delivery diagnostics therapeutics imaging
sensors etc.) for understanding skin biology improving early detection and treatment of skin
diseases and in the design and optimization of cosmetics. Light sensitive nanoparticles have
recently been explored opening a new era for the combined applications of light with
nanotechnology also called photonanodermatology. However concerns have been raised regarding
the adverse effects of intentional and unintentional nanoparticle exposure and their toxicity.
Written by experts working in these exciting fields this book extensively covers
nanotechnology applications together with the fundamentals and toxicity aspects. It not only
addresses current applications of nanotechnology but also discusses future trends of these
ever-growing and rapidly changing fields providing scientists and dermatologists with a clear
understanding of the advantages and challenges of nanotechnology in skin medicine.
