About the Journal
International Journal of Nanobiotechnology [2456-0111(e)] is a peer-reviewed hybrid open-access journal launched in 2015 that focuses on the application of nanotechnology in biotechnology. The journal aims to provide a platform for researchers, academicians, and industry professionals to share their research findings, ideas, and experiences related to the use of nanotechnology in biotechnology.
The International Journal of Nanobiotechnology follows a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the quality and validity of the published research. The journal adheres to ethical guidelines and standards set by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE).
Focus & Scope
The journal welcomes contributions across the following topic areas:
- Nanoparticles & Nanomaterials in Biotechnology: nanoparticle synthesis and characterization, functionalization and surface modification, nanocarriers (liposomes, dendrimers, polymeric nanoparticles), carbon nanotubes and graphene oxide, gold and magnetic nanoparticles, silica and metallic nanoparticles, nanorods, nanowires, and nanofibers, nanocomposites, nanoscale interactions with biological systems, and nanomaterial performance in biotechnological applications
- Nanomedicine & Drug Delivery: nanomaterial-based drug delivery systems, targeted drug delivery and active targeting, controlled and sustained release mechanisms, drug encapsulation and conjugation, nanoliposomes and nanocapsules, nanogels and nanosponges, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of nanodrugs, bioavailability enhancement, biodistribution studies, and therapeutic efficacy validation
- Gene Delivery & Gene Therapy: nanomaterial vectors for nucleic acid delivery, liposome-based and polymer-based gene carriers, non-viral and viral vector comparison, plasmid DNA delivery, small interfering RNA (siRNA) and microRNA (miRNA) delivery, gene editing and CRISPR-Cas delivery systems, transfection efficiency, gene expression modulation, RNA interference mechanisms, and personalized gene therapy approaches
- Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine: nanomaterial scaffolds and nanocomposite matrices, nanofiber scaffolds and electrospinning, extracellular matrix mimicry and biomimetic designs, nanoparticle-mediated cell signaling, growth factor delivery and presentation, stem cell engineering and differentiation, vascularization and angiogenesis, wound healing applications, organ-on-a-chip systems, and tissue-specific regeneration strategies
- Nanobiosensors & Biodetection: nanoparticle-based biosensor design, fluorescent and optical nanosensors, electrochemical nanosensors, plasmonic and surface-enhanced Raman sensors, nanowire and nanofiber sensors, DNA-based and aptamer-based biosensors, protein biosensors and immunoassays, cell-based biosensors, point-of-care diagnostics, wearable and implantable nanosensors, real-time sensing and monitoring, microfluidic integration, and lab-on-a-chip systems
- Nanodiagnostics & Imaging: nanotechnology-enabled diagnostic platforms, fluorescence imaging with nanomaterials, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) with nanoparticles, computed tomography (CT) contrast agents, positron emission tomography (PET) imaging, optical coherence tomography (OCT), photoacoustic imaging, ultrasound contrast enhancement, molecular imaging and image-guided therapy, high-resolution nanoscopy, multiplex detection and biomarker analysis, and clinical translation of nanodiagnostics
- Nanotoxicology & Safety Assessment: nanomaterial toxicity evaluation and mechanisms, cellular and molecular toxicity studies, in vitro and in vivo toxicity testing, genotoxicity and mutagenicity assessment, immunotoxicity and inflammatory responses, oxidative stress and reactive oxygen species, biodegradation and persistence, bioaccumulation patterns, nanomaterial-protein interactions, organ-specific accumulation, occupational exposure assessment, environmental health implications, regulatory compliance, and safe-by-design approaches
- Nanotechnology-Based Therapeutics: nanomedicine design and delivery optimization, cancer therapy and immunotherapy, cardiovascular disease treatment, neurodegenerative disease therapy, infectious disease management, regenerative medicine applications, pain management and local anesthesia, vaccine development and delivery, immunomodulation strategies, combination therapy approaches, and personalized nanomedicine
- Gene & Protein Engineering: recombinant protein production and purification, nanomaterial-assisted protein folding, enzyme engineering and catalysis, antibody engineering and display, peptide synthesis and modification, protein-nanoparticle conjugates, and bioengineered nanostructures for biotechnology
- Biocompatibility & Biodegradability: assessment of nanomaterial biocompatibility, cell viability and proliferation studies, inflammatory and immune responses, long-term implant compatibility, biodegradable nanostructures, biocompatible polymer design, protein corona formation, and tissue integration
- Agricultural & Food Nanotechnology: nano-fertilizers and nano-pesticide formulations, plant growth promotion and crop enhancement, nanomaterial-based crop protection, food packaging with antimicrobial nanoparticles, food safety monitoring and detection, nanoparticle encapsulation of bioactive compounds, water treatment in agriculture, soil remediation applications, sustainable agricultural practices, and environmental impact assessment
- Nanobiotechnology Characterization Methods: advanced microscopy and imaging techniques, spectroscopic characterization, particle sizing and distribution analysis, surface area and porosity determination, thermal and rheological analysis, flow cytometry and cell sorting, high-throughput screening, and multimodal characterization approaches
- Interdisciplinary Nanobiotechnology: convergence of nanotechnology with immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, cell biology, and bioengineering; nanoscale biology and systems-level approaches; and emerging applications at the nano-bio interface
Keywords
nanobiotechnology, nanoparticles, drug delivery, gene therapy, tissue engineering, nanosensors, nanomedicine, diagnostics, nanotoxicology, nanomaterials