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A liposome is a closed lamella (vesicle) with one or more layer(s) of bilayer membrane which is spontaneously formed by one or more kind(s) of swollen phospholipid. This structure resembles the cell membrane. Liposomes have been studied as a major biocompatible platform for drug delivery systems and artificial cells because liposomes allow the encapsulation of various water-soluble and lipophilic molecules in the aqueous core and/or in the bilayer membrane.
The motivation for our research is to contribute to the progress of chemistry, materials science, nanoscience, bioscience, and their interdisciplinary fields through the liposome research. Furthermore, we are currently challenging the development of engineering technology for applying liposomes to advanced drug delivery systems, diagnostic systems, and biosensors.