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Review Article

Biomaterials-based nanofiber scaffold: targeted and controlled carrier for cell and drug delivery

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Pages 202-221 | Received 18 Sep 2014, Accepted 25 Nov 2014, Published online: 24 Dec 2014
 

Abstract

Nanofiber scaffold formulations (diameter less than 1000 nm) were successfully used to deliver the drug/cell/gene into the body organs through different routes for an effective treatment of various diseases. Various fabrication methods like drawing, template synthesis, fiber-mesh, phase separation, fiber-bonding, self-assembly, melt-blown, and electrospinning are successfully used for fabrication of nanofibers. These formulations are widely used in various fields such as tissue engineering, drug delivery, cosmetics, as filter media, protective clothing, wound dressing, homeostatic, sensor devices, etc. The present review gives a detailed account on the need of the nanofiber scaffold formulation development along with the biomaterials and techniques implemented for fabrication of the same against innumerable diseases. At present, there is a huge extent of research being performed worldwide on all aspects of biomolecules delivery. The unique characteristics of nanofibers such as higher loading efficiency, superior mechanical performance (stiffness and tensile strength), controlled release behavior, and excellent stability helps in the delivery of plasmid DNA, large protein drugs, genetic materials, and autologous stem-cell to the target site in the future.

Acknowledgements

Authors Mr. Tarun Garg and Dr. Amit K. Goyal thankful to Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Punjab Technical University (PTU), Kapurthala, Punjab.

Declaration of interest

The authors report that they have no conflicts of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of this article.

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