ZEIN NANOPARTICLES FOR ENCAPSULATION OF COMPOUNDS, THE PRODUCTION AND USES THEREOF

摘要

The present invention relates to nanoparticles for theencapsulation of compounds, the obtaining and uses thereof. Thenanoparticles comprise a zein matrix and a basic amino acid.Said nanoparticles can encapsulate a water-soluble orfat-soluble biologically active compound. It is applicable in thefood, pharmaceutical and cosmetic sectors and in thenanotechnology sector.