Application of Nanotechnology in Drug Discovery and Delivery presents complete coverage of the application of nanotechnology in the discovery of new drugs and efficient target delivery of drugs. The field of nanotechnology is evolving and the application of innovative techniques in different areas of biomedical science is needed. This book highlights recent advances of nanotechnology application in biomedical sciences starting with chapters that provides the basics of nanotechnology, nanoparticles and nanocarriers. Part II presents chapters that deal with the application of nanotechnology in drug discovery with an emphasis on factors to be considered for enhanced delivery of pharmaceutical products. Part III discusses toxicological and safety issues arising from the use of nanomaterials. A volume in Drug Discovery Update, this book brings together a global team of experts and is an essential resource for researchers, drug developers, medicinal chemists, toxicologists, and analytical chemists.