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Ana Mateos-Maroto^1,2, Laura Fernández-Peña^1,3, Irene Abelenda-Núñez¹

¹Departamento de Química Física, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Ciudad Universitaria s/n, 28040 Madrid, Spain.

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Polyelectrolyte multilayered capsules (PEMUCs) fabricated using the Layer-by-Layer (LbL) method offer advanced biomedical applications. Understanding PEMUC assembly is key to developing novel materials for targeted disease detection and treatment.

Keywords:

biomedical capsules controlled release drug delivery layer-by-layer multilayers polyelectrolyte

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Nanotechnology
Drug Delivery Systems

Background:

Polyelectrolyte multilayered capsules (PEMUCs) are versatile nanostructures.
The Layer-by-Layer (LbL) assembly method enables precise control over PEMUC fabrication.
PEMUCs show significant promise in various biomedical fields.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide an updated perspective on PEMUC applications in biomedicine.
To highlight the advantages of the LbL method for creating biomedical platforms.
To emphasize the importance of understanding PEMUC assembly for optimized therapeutic and diagnostic capabilities.

Main Methods:

Review of existing literature on PEMUCs and LbL assembly.
Analysis of current and emerging biomedical applications of PEMUCs.
Discussion of the fundamental principles governing PEMUC formation and property control.

Main Results:

PEMUCs are effective tools for drug delivery, theranosis, and biosensing.
The LbL method allows for tailored fabrication of PEMUCs with specific properties.
A comprehensive understanding of assembly processes is crucial for optimizing PEMUC performance.

Conclusions:

PEMUCs offer significant advantages for developing advanced biomedical platforms.
The LbL method is instrumental in fabricating functional PEMUCs for disease detection and treatment.
Further research into PEMUC assembly will unlock novel therapeutic and diagnostic strategies.