Advanced Liposome Technologies: Preparation, Mechanisms, and Applications

Advances in Liposome Preparation Methods Since 2000

Author(s): Chandra Has *

Pp: 242-322 (81)

DOI: 10.2174/9798898813338125010013

* (Excluding Mailing and Handling)

Abstract

This chapter explores recent advancements in liposome preparation techniques, including the adoption of innovative technologies such as electrohydrodynamics and microfluidics, alongside an improved understanding of lipid assembly mechanisms. These developments have made liposome production more efficient, reliable, and scalable, supporting both laboratory studies and industrial applications. The chapter also discusses modifications to traditional methods, highlighting their specific advantages and limitations. Furthermore, it distinguishes between methods suitable for large-scale industrial production and those designed for laboratory-scale research. It provides a valuable guide for researchers in choosing the most appropriate approach for liposomal formulations. 


Keywords: Liposome production, hydration, microfluidics, electroformation, supercritical fluid.