Abstract
A new class of nanogel demonstrates modular biodistribution and affinity for bone. Nanogels, ∼70 nm in diameter and synthesized via an astoichiometric click-chemistry in-emulsion method, controllably display residual, free clickable functional groups. Functionalization with a bisphosphonate ligand results in significant binding to bone on the inner walls of marrow cavities, liver avoidance, and anti-osteoporotic effects.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 1449-1454 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Advanced Materials |
Volume | 25 |
Issue number | 10 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Mar 13 2013 |
Keywords
- bones
- drug delivery
- nanogels
- nanotechnology
- polymers
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Materials Science
- Mechanics of Materials
- Mechanical Engineering