Polysaccharides in Cancer Therapy by Shakeel Ahmed (Hardback)

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Published:
10 Nov 2025
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304 pages
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This book provides an overview of polysaccharides in cancer therapy, covering their molecular structures, immunomodulatory properties, and role in enhancing traditional treatments, discussing emerging areas like nanotechnology-based drug delivery. This book is intended for researchers of cancer, biomedical sciences, and pharmacology.
This book provides a thorough overview of the clinical applications of polysaccharides in cancer therapy. It explores diverse types and intricate molecular structures of polysaccharides and examines their immunomodulatory properties and inherent potential as potent anticancer agents. The book also presents pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics properties of polysaccharides in cancer therapy, shedding light on their dynamic interactions within the body and their impact on cancer cells. It also discusses how polysaccharides can enhance traditional chemotherapy and radiation therapy outcomes, leading to more effective cancer treatment strategies. Additionally, it uncovers the vital role of polysaccharides in the burgeoning fields of cancer immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and cancer prevention, offering insights into their potential to reduce cancer risk. The integration of nanotechnology for precision drug delivery and the emerging field of theranostics are also discussed, highlighting practical clinical applications. Additionally, the book addresses crucial safety and regulatory considerations, underscores ethical and societal aspects, and elucidates the stringent regulatory approval processes governing polysaccharide-based cancer therapies. This book is intended for researchers in the field of cancer, biomedical sciences, and pharmacology.Key features Provides an overview of the clinical applications of polysaccharides in cancer therapy. Explores the diverse types and intricate molecular structures of polysaccharides. Presents insights into the immunomodulatory properties of polysaccharides and their significant role in cancer treatment. Illuminates the dynamic interactions of polysaccharides within the body, highlighting their influence on cancer cells. Addresses crucial safety considerations and the stringent regulatory approval processes governing polysaccharide-based cancer therapies.

About the Author: About the EditorDr. Shakeel Ahmed, is currently working as an Assistant Professor of Chemistry in the Higher Education Department, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, India. He is also an Assistant Professor, in the Department of Chemistry, Government Degree College Mendhar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. He obtained his first degree in general science from the Government P.G. College Rajouri (University of Jammu) followed by his master's and doctoral degrees in chemistry from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi. He gained his post-doctoral experience in biocomposite materials from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. He has published several research papers in the field of green nanomaterials and biopolymers for various applications including biomedical, packaging, and water treatment. He has also published more than 30 books on either nanomaterials or green composites with international publishers.Dr. Meghraj Vivekanand Suryawanshi is currently working as Assistant Professor in Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Krishna School of Pharmacy and Research, Dr. Kiran and Pallavi Patel Global University (KPGU), Varnama, Vadodara, Gujarat-391240. He completed his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the School of Pharmaceutical Science at Jaipur National University Jaipur. He completed his M. Pharmacy in Pharmaceutics as a specialization from KBCNMU Jalgaon in 2018. He completed his B. Pharmacy in 2016 from SPPU, Pune University. He is selected for Residential Incubation Programme at Atal Incubation Centre, Gujarat Technological University, Ahmedabad in 2020-2021. He has expertise in Natural Polymer based novel drug delivery system, semisolid, Transdermal Formulation, NDDS (Derma), Cosmetic, and personal care (Nutraceuticals and Pharmaceutical). He has published more than 30 research articles in reputed international and national journals. He has published 3 patents and has 4 books and 2 book chapters to his credit. He has also been granted 1 copyright and 1 patent. He is recipients of many awards like Young Achiever Award, Young Talent Award and Best Researcher Award and is editorial board member and reviewer of several indexed journals. He has attended several professional programmes and delivered lecture as Resource person. He is consultant and mentor of several start up including DigiRivera, AllWell Nutritech, Cerelia Nutritech, EIEN India.

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