Nanoparticles for encapsulation of compounds, the production and uses thereof
AssigneeUniversidad De Navarra
InventorsMaite Agüeros Bazo, Irene Esparza Catalán, Carolina González-Ferrero, Carlos Javier González Navarro, Juan Manuel Irache Garreta, Ana Romo Hualde
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Abstract
The present invention relates to nanoparticles for the encapsulation of compounds, the obtaining and uses thereof. The nanoparticles comprise a zein matrix and a basic amino acid. The nanoparticles can encapsulate a water-soluble or fat-soluble biologically active compound. It is applicable in the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic sectors and in the nanotechnology sector.
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A nanoparticle having an average particle size comprised between 1 and 999 nm comprising a zein matrix and a basic amino acid, wherein the nanoparticle is stable at a pH less than 7 and wherein the basic amino acid:zein ratio by weight is comprised between 1:0.01 and 1:50.
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