Related Experiment Video
Updated: May 5, 2026
08:18
Self-Nanoemulsification of Healthy Oils to Enhance the Solubility of Lipophilic Drugs
Published on: July 27, 2022
996
Lipid Nanoparticles Carrying Essential Oils for Multiple Applications as Antimicrobials
Elenice Francisco da Silva1, Fernanda Aparecida Longato Dos Santos2, Henrique Machado Pires3
1Institute of Biotechnology, Federal University of Uberlandia, Uberlandia 38405-302, Brazil.
Pharmaceutics
|February 26, 2025
Summary
Essential oil-based lipid nanoparticles show promise for antimicrobial applications in human health, animal care, and agriculture. These sustainable delivery systems offer alternatives to synthetic antibiotics and pesticides, though market challenges remain.
Area of Science:
- Nanotechnology
- Pharmacology
- Biotechnology
Background:
- Lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) are effective delivery systems for both hydrophobic and hydrophilic molecules.
- Essential oils (EOs) possess inherent antimicrobial properties, making them valuable therapeutic and biopesticidal agents.
- The encapsulation of EOs within LNPs enhances their stability and targeted delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent literature (2019-2024) on essential oil-based lipid nanoparticles (EO-LNPs).
- To explore the antimicrobial applications of EO-LNPs in human health, animal care, and biopesticides.
- To identify current challenges and future prospects for EO-LNP technology.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of studies published between 2019 and 2024.
- Analysis of research focusing on EO-LNPs with antimicrobial activities.
- Categorization of applications across human health, animal health, and agriculture.
Main Results:
- EO-LNPs demonstrate significant antiviral, antibacterial, antiprotozoal, and antifungal activities in human healthcare.
- Antibacterial properties of EO-LNPs are highlighted as potential alternatives to synthetic antibiotics.
- Applications in agriculture show efficacy against phytopathogens and pests, supporting sustainable food production.
Conclusions:
- EO-LNPs represent a promising sustainable technology for various health and agricultural applications.
- Further research is needed to fully explore EO-LNP potential in animal health.
- Overcoming market-related challenges is crucial for the widespread adoption of EO-LNP innovations.
Related Concept Videos
01:23Antimicrobial Proteins
10.6K
Antimicrobial proteins are important components of the immune system. They aid the body in combating pathogens by either killing them directly or hindering their replication processes. Four main types of antimicrobial substances are interferons, the complement system, iron-binding proteins, and antimicrobial proteins.
Interferons
Interferons (IFNs) are proteins produced by lymphocytes, macrophages, and fibroblasts infected with viruses. While IFNs cannot prevent viruses from entering and...
Interferons
Interferons (IFNs) are proteins produced by lymphocytes, macrophages, and fibroblasts infected with viruses. While IFNs cannot prevent viruses from entering and...
10.6K
01:27Bioavailability Enhancement: Drug Permeability Enhancement
352
After oral administration, poor permeability often limits the rate at which drugs are absorbed through the intestinal epithelium. Enhancing drug permeability is crucial for effective therapy, and several strategies have been developed to overcome this challenge.One effective strategy involves the use of lipid-based formulations. These formulations enhance dissolution and solubility, targeting physiological mechanisms to increase drug absorption. This includes stimulating bile salt secretion,...
352
01:24Microbial Corrosion
93
Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion (MIC) is a significant form of material degradation caused by the metabolic activities of microorganisms. This phenomenon poses substantial challenges across various industries, including oil and gas, maritime, and water treatment sectors.MIC occurs when microorganisms, such as bacteria, archaea, and fungi, colonize metal surfaces, forming biofilms that alter the local electrochemical environment. These biofilms can lead to the production of corrosive...
93