Publisher's Synopsis
From microencapsulated insecticides to transdermal patches for the treatment of angina, from biodegadable polymers for administering vaccines to animals to liposomal skin creams, controlled release technology is finding ever increasing applications in a wide range of industries. This report provides a guide to the companies, researchers, and consultants developing controlled release technologies throughout the world, and the commercial products available to date in all applications of controlled release: pharmaceutical, veterinary, agricultural, cosmetic and household.;The book features a discussion of the technologies, mechanisms and materials currently used in controlled release products, and potential future developments, plus a further reading section providing additional sources of specialised information. It includes a directory of companies -an international listing of companies, researchers and consultants involved in the development of controlled release technologies and products, giving full addresses, contact personnel and additional background information. Finally it includes a detailed listing of commercial products containing descriptions of the product's construction, application and method of operation.
