Abstract
Chitosan-tripolyphosphate and chitosan-alginate nanoparticles encapsulating (+)-catechin have been prepared and characterized. Using a novel method to evaluate the stability of the catechin within the nanoparticles, we found that the nanoparticles protect (+)- catechin from oxidative degradation in simulated intestinal fluids. In-vitro release studies demonstrated a pH dependent release of the catechin. These nanoparticles are therefore promising delivery systems to improve the oral bioavailability.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | 36th Annual Meeting & Exposition of the Controlled Release Society |
Editors | Evidence of peer review attached |
Place of Publication | USA |
Publisher | Controlled Release Society |
Pages | on cd - on cd |
Number of pages | 2 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781615675418 |
Publication status | Published - 2009 |
Event | Annual Meeting & Exposition of the Controlled Release Society 2009 - Bella Center Coppenhagen Denmark, USA Duration: 1 Jan 2009 → … |
Conference
Conference | Annual Meeting & Exposition of the Controlled Release Society 2009 |
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City | USA |
Period | 1/01/09 → … |