Medicinal Plant Nanoformulations Enhanced Bioavailability, Stability, and Therapeutic Efficacy

 1: Phytochemical-Based Nanomedicine as a Catalyst for the Sustainable Development Goals

Nokwanda Zulu, Suresh Babu Naidu Krishna, Vasanthrie Naidoo, Suveshnee Munien, Sershen Naidoo

2: Fundamentals of Nanotechnology in Medicine

Sankari M, Sri Sai Rekha, Reshma Anjum, Narasimha Golla

3: Nanoencapsulation Techniques for Medicinal Plants

Manish Kumar Manjhi, Abhishek Pathak, Kuldeep Gauliya, Neetesh Mandal, Devanshi Chandel Upadhyay, Shweta Yadav, Chandrama Prakash Upadhyay

 4: Enhancing bioavailability of medicinal plant compounds

Alexis Munyengabe, Nduduzo Nkanyiso Malinga, Maria Fezile Banda, Nomali Z. Ngobese

5: Targeted Drug Delivery using Medicinal Plant Nanoformulations

Mpho Phehello Ngoepe, Oluwafemi Obisesan, Stiaan Schoeman, Saartjie Roux

6: Stability Enhancement of Plant Extracts through Nanoformulation

Karishma Singh, Kuben Naidoo

7: Mechanistic insights and therapeutic targets of nanoformulated plant compounds

Ransika Ransarani Wadasinghe, Thushara Indika Sampath, Anoja Priyadarshani Attanayake

 8: In Vitro and In Vivo Studies on Medicinal Plant Nanoformulations

Samy Selim, Emad Mohamed Abdallah, Suresh Babu Naidu Krishna

9: Medicinal Plant Nano Formulations Through Nanocarriers: Current Progress and Challenges

Vamsi Krishna Boggula, Maruthi Kumar Upadhyayula, Sudhakar Poda, Suresh Babu Naidu Krishna

 10: Nanoformulations: Future perspective and Applications

Aysha Siddika Akhe, Israt Jahan Riya Moni, Jannatun Nahar, and Abu Bin Imran

11: Nanotechnology’s Dual Role in Regulation of Biotic and Abiotic Stressors in Medicinal Plants

Maruthi Kumar Upadhyayula, Vamsi Krishna Boggula, Sudhakar Poda

12: Enhancing the bioavailability of phytoconstituents for improved antidiabetic activity

Huda Ismail, Md. Shahidul Islam

13: Advancing Synergistic Strategies: Integrating Nanotechnology and Phytotherapy for Diabetes Management

Veshara Ramdas, Sudhakar Muniyasamy, Santosh Ramchuran, Suresh Babu Naidu Krishna

14: Nanoformulations of Medicinal Phytoconstituents: Advances in Carrier Design, Stability, Pharmacokinetics, and Therapeutic Outcomes

Muhammad Usman Yasin, Mohd Rafie Johan, Riyanto Teguh Widodo

15: Mechanisms of Action of Nano-formulated Plant Compounds

Funsho Oyetunde-Joshua, Sershen Naidoo

Biography

Suresh Babu Naidu Krishna is a research scientist and academic leader with over 17 years of experience in nanobiotechnology, antimicrobial resistance, and applied microbiology. He currently serves as an Honorary Research Fellow at Durban University of Technology, South Africa, and has established himself as a prominent voice in interdisciplinary health sciences research and academic publishing. Dr. Krishna has authored more than 78 peer‑reviewed articles, 20 book chapters, and one book, with an h‑index of 27. His contributions include pioneering work on medicinal plant nanoformulations to enhance bioavailability and therapeutic efficacy, which has positioned him at the forefront of translational nanomedicine. He has secured and managed international research funding, notably as Co‑Principal Investigator on the SA‑UK Newton Fund Antibiotic Accelerator Initiative and has delivered keynote and invited lectures at international conferences. As an editor, Dr. Krishna brings extensive experience in academic publishing, author coordination, and peer review, having conducted more than 50 verified reviews for leading journals. His commitment to mentorship, diversity, and sustainable research solutions has been recognised through awards such as Faculty Researcher of the Year (2022), Highest Cited Author (2024), and THUSO Mentorship Recognition (2025). Through his editorial leadership, Dr. Krishna continues to advance science diplomacy, international collaboration, and SDG‑aligned research impact, ensuring that scholarly outputs meet global standards while addressing pressing societal challenges.

Sershen Naidoo is an interdisciplinary research scientist working across the Natural and Social Sciences on projects focused on integrated environmental management, sustainability science, climate change, higher education, research commercialisation and entrepreneurship. He has served as an Associate Professor of Plant Physiology, Executive Director of the Institute of Natural Resources NPC, Grants, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for the Technological Higher Education Network South Africa, and Research Manager for the Climate Mobility Community Action Network. He is an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of the Western Cape; an Adjunct Member of the Graduate Faculty at the Water School, Florida Gulf Coast University; and a Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of Natural Resources NPC. He works at the research-innovation-education interface and is currently a training expert at the Florida Department of Health and a Project Manager for EU-funded projects focused on University-Industry cooperation in Entrepreneurship Education. His publication history (>115 peer-reviewed articles) can be accessed at https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Naidoo-Sershen

Narasimha Golla is working as a Professor and Dean (R&D) at Sri Venkateswara University in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India.  He has 25 years of teaching and 27 years of Research experience.  He is working on bioactive phytochemicals, bioactive compounds, and nanoparticles, their characterization, and their multi-diverse applications in science and technology. He has published more than 160 research papers, book chapters, and conference proceedings of international repute. He has participated in several national and international conferences and delivered invited lectures. He served as Principal Investigator for Major Research projects sponsored by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Department of Science and Technology (DST), University Grants Commission, and Board of Nuclear Sciences (BRNS), and was one of the coordinators for the Center of Excellence in Bioenergy and Innovation (SVU-RUSA). He serves as an editor, editorial board member, and advisory board member for a number of National and international peer-reviewed journals. He received various national and international awards, such as Highly Cited Researcher, BRAVe Faculty, Global Achievement Award, Teacher of Excellence, Research Excellence, and Senior Scientist (Gold Medal) Awards. Dr. Narasimha looks forward to developing his eminence in the fields of modern science and technology.