Langmuir and Langmuir-Blodgett technologies as nanoarchitectonic tools for the incorporation of curcumin in membrane systems.

Curcumin (CCM) is a molecule of particular interest in health applications due to its wide spectrum of benefits for humans. However, its water-insoluble character and low bioavailability have so far prevented its extended use as a therapeutic agent. Incorporation of CCM in drug delivery vehicles (liposomes, vesicles, exosomes, .