Application of enzyme-mediated cellulose nanofibers from lemongrass waste for the controlled release of anticancer drugs

In the present study, an application of cellulose nanofibers has been established for the controlled release of an anticancer drug, i.e., camptothecin. The camptothecin is known for its antitumor activity. However, it has certain limitations like instability, low solubility in aqueous solution, and biological fluids. Firstly, the camptothecin was encapsulated into the cellulose nanofiber complex by adjusting the composition ratio of cellulose...