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The Versatility of Natural Excipient Zein Utilized in Nanocarriers for Improving Biopharmaceutical Attributes

Author(s): Animesh Ranjan and Dilpreet Singh*

Volume 14, Issue 1, 2024

Published on: 12 September, 2023

Page: [1 - 3] Pages: 3

DOI: 10.2174/2468187313666230911122538

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