University Chemistry ›› 2025, Vol. 40 ›› Issue (8): 202-210.doi: 10.12461/PKU.DXHX202409129

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The Magician of Drug Delivery: Molecularly Imprinted Polymers

Yuxia Luo1, Xiaoyu Xie2, Fangfang Chen1   

  1. 1 National Chemistry Experimental Teaching Demonstration Center, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Northwest University, Xi'an 710127, China;
    2 School of Pharmacy, Health Science Center, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710061, China
  • Received:2024-09-29 Accepted:2024-12-19 Published:2025-07-19
  • Contact: Fangfang Chen E-mail:chenff@nwu.edu.cn

Abstract: Molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs), renowned for their specific recognition capabilities and high selectivity, have emerged as promising candidates for drug delivery systems (DDS). MIPs-based DDS enables targeted and controlled drug release, effectively minimizing side effects while significantly enhancing therapeutic outcomes. This article presents the fundamental concepts of MIPs using vivid, anthropomorphic language, followed by an in-depth exploration of their applications in targeted drug delivery and their potential in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.

Key words: Molecular imprinting polymer, Targeted drug delivery, Medicine and health