Nanocrystalline cellulose for controlled release of drugs.

The document summarizes an interview with Dr. Helen M. Burt about her research using nanocrystalline cellulose (NCC) for drug delivery. Some key points discussed include: - NCC shows potential for high drug payloads and controlled drug release due to its large surface area and negative surface charge. - Surface modification of NCC allows altering drug loading and release. Target diseases include topical delivery for wound healing and implantation in surgical sites. - Hydrophobic drugs bind to NCC coated with a cationic surfactant, while hydrophilic drugs bind ionically via surface charge interactions. - Further research is needed to optimize drug binding, controlled release properties, and evaluate biocompRead less