Magnetic particles of nano- and micro-sized dimensions are an area of intense research. To bring together scientists from chemistry, physics, medicine, biology, engineering and materials sciences and discuss in a collaborative manner the applications in technology, preclinical research and diagnostic and therapeutic medicine, we cover the following topics:
Scientific Applications:
- Preparation and Modification of Magnetic Particles
- Characterization of Magnetic Particles
- Application in Cell Separation and Analysis
- Applications in Molecular Biology
- Magnetic Particle Imaging
Clinical Applications:
- Cancer Treatment
- Hyperthermia
- Magnetic Resonance Contrast Enhancement
- Drug Delivery
Nanotechnology Applications:
- Micromechanical Systems (MEMS)
- Magnetic nanotubes
- Self-assembled magnetic nanosystems
