Description: Biopolymer-Based Therapeutics for Inflammation Modulation in Wound Care presents a comprehensive, biomarker-driven exploration of how natural and engineered biopolymers are transforming the management of acute, chronic, and non-healing wounds. Positioned at the intersection of biomaterials science, pharmaceutical innovation, and clinical practice, the book addresses one of the central challenges in wound care: persistent inflammation that delays tissue repair and regeneration. Beginning with the biological and clinical foundations of wound healing, the book systematically examines inflammatory pathways and key biomarkers such as TNF-α, IL-6, ROS, and VEGF.
It then advances into in-depth coverage of natural biopolymers--including collagen, chitosan, hyaluronic acid, silk-derived polymers, and marine polysaccharides--and their roles in immune modulation, macrophage polarization, and redox balance. Dedicated sections explore advanced delivery platforms such as nanofibers, smart hydrogels, nanozymes, and stimuli-responsive dressings, alongside emerging precision technologies including 3D printing and AI-guided material design. With a strong translational focus, the book bridges laboratory research and real-world application, addressing regulatory pathways, manufacturing scalability, and commercialization challenges.Brief description: Dr. Neha Raina has over six years of research experience in the drug delivery field, with a particular focus on wound healing, nanotechnology, and polymer science. She was recognized among the world's top 2% of scientists in 2025 by Stanford University researchers. Dr. Raina has published original research on wound healing and has several review and research articles currently in communication. She is the editor of two books on wound healing and has authored more than 31 research and review publications in high-impact scientific journals. In addition, she has contributed 10 chapters to internationally and nationally published books. Dr. Raina has collaborated with international researchers at INTI International University (Malaysia) and the University of Brunei Darussalam. Her honors include the Distinguished Researcher Award from DPSRU (2022), along with multiple Best Oral and Best Poster Presentation awards at national conferences.