L'objectif de cette thèse est de préparer et de caractériser les particules cationiquesbiodégradables à base de cyclodextrine. Ces microparticules doivent également presenter unestructure et morphologie éponge et multifonctionnelle. L'encapsulation simultanée deplusieurs actifs cosmétiques (bien etre) et thérapeutiques (anti-inflammatoire) dans cesmicroparticules peut ouvrir de nouvelles applications une fois appliquées sur un textilespécifiquement sélectionnés pour leur fonctionnalisation. Pour atteindre cet objectif, desmicroparticules à base de polyméthacrylate cationique ont été préparés en utilisant le procédéémulsion double et diffusion de solvant suivi de l'évaporation du solvant. Des étudessystématiques ont été effectuées pour l'optimisation des paramètres du procédé ce qui apermis de contrôler la taille des particules et leur stabilité colloïdale. Une fois la taille désiréedes particules de type éponge a été obtenu, la surface d'un textile model de polyamide a étéfonctionnalisé via l'adsorption de ces particules tout en consacrent une attention particulièreaux propriétés électrocinétiques du textile avant et après fonctionnalisation en fonction d'ungrand nombre de paramètres physico-chimiques tels que; le pH, la salinité, la quantité initialede particules présente lors de l'adsorption. Enfin, l'encapsulation de la vitamine E, LIB(Lauryl Isoquinolinium Bromide), IMC (indomethacin) ainsi que l'encapsulation decomplexes de vitamine E-HPBCD, LIB-HPBCD et IMC-HPBCD dans microparticules a étéeffectuée séparément. Ces particules ont été caractérisées et la pénétration cutanée en utilisantune peau humaine a été examinée / The objective of this thesis was to prepare and characterize cyclodextrin based biodegradable,cationic and sponge like multifunctional microparticles that not only can be used for thedelivery of cosmetic and therapeutic agent (anti-inflammatory) but also can be potentiallyapplied onto specifically selected textile for their functionalization. For achieving these goals,polymethylmethacrylate based microparticles were prepared using double emulsion-diffusionsolvent evaporation technique. Systematic studies were performed for optimization of processcontrol parameters. Once desired size of sponge like particles was obtained from thesystematic study, the polyamide textile surface was functionalized with these particles whilededicating special attention to electrokinetic properties of textile as a function of variousparameters such as; particles amount present during adsorption process. Finally, encapsulationof pure vitamin E, Lauryl Isoquinolinium Bromide (LIB), Indomethacin (IMC) as well asencapsulation of complexes of vit E-Hydroxypropyl-beta-cyclodextrin (HPBCD), LIBHPBCDand IMC-HPBCD into microparticles was done separately. These particles werecharacterized for skin penetration and encapsulation efficiency

As ciclodextrinas são oligossacarídeos descobertos há mais de cem anos e utilizados para modificação de propriedades físico-químicas de moléculas, aplicadas especialmente para aumentar/modificar sua solubilidade através da formação de complexos de inclusão tipo hóspede-hospedeiro entre sua cavidade apolar e grupamentos afins das moléculas hóspedes. O sucesso na obtenção dos complexos de inclusão depende muito do método empregado e é necessário conhecer as opções disponíveis para selecionar a melhor relação entre eficiência e rendimento. Dentre as técnicas utilizadas para a obtenção destes complexos as mais destacadas são a coprecipitação, coevaporação, neutralização, liofilização, spray-drying, malaxagem, moagem e fluidos supercríticos. O objetivo do presente trabalho foi avaliar a influência da complexação do pizotifeno (PZT) com ciclodextrinas (CDs) sobre a sua fotodegradação em solução aquosa. Para isso foram utilizados diferentes tipos de CDs (α, β e γ ). Adicionalmente, um método analítico indicador de estabilidade por cromatografia líquida de alta eficiência foi desenvolvido e validado. Este método cromatográfico foi avaliado quanto a sua seletividade, linearidade, precisão intermediária, exatidão, estimativas de limites inferiores de quantificação e detecção, robustez e saturação dos filtros. A coluna cromatográfica utilizada foi uma Wakosil II 5C18 RS, 250mm x 4,6mm (5µm). A fase móvel (FM) utilizada consistiu numa mistura de solução aquosa de (NaH2PO4 + Pic B8) 2 mmol/l:acetonitrila:trietilamina (600:400:2, v/v) com pH aparente de 3,00±0,05. A vazão de trabalho utilizada foi de 1,5 ml/min e a temperatura da coluna foi mantida a 30°C. O método avaliado mostrou-se capaz de separar o PZT de seus principais produtos de degradação, preciso, exato, satisfatoriamente linear (r2>0,99, intercepto-y próximo de zero), robusto quanto ao pH, composição e vazão da FM e a condição de filtração ideal foi através de filtros de PVDF hidrofílico. A mudança na fotoestabilidade do pizotifeno puro e complexado com α, β e γ ciclodextrinas em solução aquosa foi avaliada em câmara de fotoestabilidade sob luz branca e UV por doze dias em frascos de vidro lacrados. Os complexos de inclusão conferiram ao fármaco uma velocidade de degradação no mínimo 19% menor em relação ao PZT puro e uma proteção relativa de até 1,61. A magnitude da fotoproteção foi maior para o complexo formado com β-ciclodextrina independentemente do tipo de radiação. / Cyclodextrins (CDs) are oligosaccharides discovered over one hundred years ago and used to change physicochemical properties of molecules, acting especially over its aqueous solubility through the formation of guest-host type inclusion complexes between its apolar cavity and similar structures in the guest molecule. Among the techniques employed to obtain these inclusion complexes the most commonly used are coprecipitation, coevaporation, neutralization, freeze-drying, spray-drying, kneading, grinding and precipitation from supercritical fluids. The objective of the present work was to evaluate the influence of the complexation of pizotifen (PZT) with various CDs (α, β and γ) over its photostability in aqueous solution. Also, a stability indicating high performance chromatographic method was developed and fully validated regarding its selectivity, linearity, intermediate precision, accuracy, lower limits of detection and quantification, robustness and filter saturation. The column used was a Wakosil II 5C18 RS with (250 x 4,6) mm, 5 µm particle size and kept at 30°C. The mobile phase (MP) used consisted of a mixture of a saline aqueous solution (NaH2PO4 + Sodium Octanesulfonate) 2 mmol/l:acetonitrile:tryethylamine (600:400:2 v/v) with its apparent pH adjusted to 3 and with a flow rate of 1,5 ml/min. The method was selective regarding PZT peak even among its degradation products and also precise, exact, linear (r2>0,99 and y-intercept close to zero), robust regarding MP\'s pH, composition and flow rate and the best filtration condition was with hydrophilic PVDF. Photostability changes in pure and complexed PZT in aqueous solution inside sealed glass vials were assessed for 12 days under both white and UV light in a photostability chamber regarding PZT\'s observed degradation rate, half-life and relative protection. Inclusion complexation significantly reduced PZT\'s degradation constant at least 20%, with equivalent increase in its half-life and a maximum relative protection of 1,61. The most significant protection was observed in the β-CD complex solution for both types of irradiation.

No presente trabalho foi realizado o isolamento da 3-O-metilquercetina, a partir de produto seco do extrato de inflorescências de Achyrocline satureioides, e sua caracterização. Em etapa farmacotécnica, foi realizado o estudo da associação deste flavonóide com b-ciclodextrina, bem como testes preliminares de permeação cutânea das associações, incorporadas ou não em gel de hidroxipropilmetilcelulose. As técnicas espectroscópicas, infravermelho e ressonância magnética de hidrogênio, confirmaram a estrutura do flavonóide isolado. Para o doseamento da 3-Ometilquercetina, realizou-se a validação de metodologia analítica por cromatografia líquida de alta eficiência, obtendo-se linearidade, na faixa de concentração de 0,05 a 1,5 μg/mL, precisão e exatidão adequadas. A análise da associação da 3-Ometilquercetina com b-ciclodextrina por infravermelho, ressonância magnética de hidrogênio e a análise pelo método empírico de Mecânica Molecular (MM2) do software Chem3D Ultra (Versão 9.0, CambridgeSoft) indicam possível inclusão do anel B da 3-O-metilquercetina na cavidade da b-ciclodextrina, sendo a inserção do flavonóide pela borda das hidroxilas secundárias mais favorável do que pela borda das hidroxilas primárias. A b-ciclodextrina e o gel de hidroxipropilmetilcelulose promoveram a permeação do flavonóide através da pele. A realização de ensaios in vivo para a seleção da melhor formulação constitui-se na principal perspectiva de continuidade de investigação científica do tema. / 3-O-methylquercetin (3-OMQ) was isolated from spray dried powder of Achyrocline satureioides and characterized by IR and 1H NMR. The study of association of this flavonoid with b-cyclodextrin (bCD) was performed, as well as preliminary skin permeation tests of these associations, incorporated or not in hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) hydrogel. A LC method for 3-OMQ assay was validated in the concentration range from 0.05 to 1.5 μg/mL, with suitable precision and accuracy. The complexation of 3-OMQ with bCD was analyzed by IR, 1H NMR and Molecular Mechanics (Chem3D Ultra 9.0, CambridgeSoft) and the results indicated the possible insertion of B ring of the flavonoid into the bCD cavity, being the insertion through the secondary OH rim more favorable than through the primary OH rim. bCD and HPMC promoted the permeation of the flavonoid through the skin. In vivo assay is required to select the appropriate formulation.

Perfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are contaminants of emerging concern, and have been detected in drinking water, wildlife, humans, and the environment. Cyclodextrins (CDs), cyclic sugars composed of glucose monomers, are proposed as a potential remediation strategy. CDs can form host-guest complexes with hydrophobic molecules; this complexation could be capitalized on for PFAS removal and sequestration. These dissertation projects aim to study the fundamental host-guest interactions between a variety of PFASs and CDs for eventual applications in environmental and biological remediation. 1D and 2D Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopic methods were employed to determine the strength, dynamics, and structure of the CD:PFAS host-guest complexes. Legacy and emerging PFASs were studied with the three native CDs (α-, β-, and γ-CDs) as well as β-CD derivatives. β-CD and its derivatives exhibit the strongest complexation with all studied PFASs, with association constants of 102-105 M-1, depending on PFAS chain length, functional groups, and branching. The host-guest complex was not significantly disturbed under different environmental conditions, such as changing pH, ionic strength, and in the presence of humic acid. A competition study between perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), β-CD, and human serum albumin (HSA), the most abundant protein in blood serum, was then conducted using NMR, circular dichroism, and fluorescence spectroscopies. Excess β-CD was able to totally reverse all PFOA binding to HSA. Finally, the host-guest complex was studied within a biological organism to test its viability as a remediation strategy. The attenuation of the toxicity of PFOA in zebrafish embryos, a model organism for toxicology studies, was tested with β-CD. Excess β-CD increased the LC50 (lethal concentration for 50 % of the population) of PFOA compared to PFOA in the absence of β-CD (p < 0.0001). These dissertation projects suggest that the encapsulation of PFASs by CDs has potential in PFAS remediation strategies.

<p>The thesis focuses on the development of new homogeneous gels for the separation of drug enantiomers, peptides, DNA and virus by electrophoresis and electrochromatography in capillaries and microchips. This type of separation media offers high resolution and small zone broadening. Compared to particulate beds the resolution in this type of separation media is high because the eddy diffusion is zero and the resistance to mass transfer is small, since the diffusional distance between two polymer chains in the gel is considerably shorter than that between two beads in a packed bed.</p><p>The gels have been characterized in terms of plate heights, plate numbers, resolution, etc. Gels of agarose, polyvinyl alcohol, albumin and polyacrylamide have been employed for electrochromatography or electrophoresis. <i>N,N’</i>-methylene-bisacrylamide, the most widely used crosslinker in polyacrylamide gels, was exchanged for allyl-β-cyclodextrin to get a multi-purpose gel, <i>i.e.,</i> a separation medium the separation properties of which is determined not only by the polyacrylamide chains, but also by β-cyclodextrin with its complexation power.</p><p>A cost-effective, hybrid microdevice has been designed for fast electrophoretic and electrochromatographic analyses as well as for microchromatography. It consists of a fused silica capillary mounted on a supporting plate which integrates most of the compartments necessary for automation and sensitive detection at short UV wavelengths.</p>

The thesis focuses on the development of new homogeneous gels for the separation of drug enantiomers, peptides, DNA and virus by electrophoresis and electrochromatography in capillaries and microchips. This type of separation media offers high resolution and small zone broadening. Compared to particulate beds the resolution in this type of separation media is high because the eddy diffusion is zero and the resistance to mass transfer is small, since the diffusional distance between two polymer chains in the gel is considerably shorter than that between two beads in a packed bed. The gels have been characterized in terms of plate heights, plate numbers, resolution, etc. Gels of agarose, polyvinyl alcohol, albumin and polyacrylamide have been employed for electrochromatography or electrophoresis. N,N’-methylene-bisacrylamide, the most widely used crosslinker in polyacrylamide gels, was exchanged for allyl-β-cyclodextrin to get a multi-purpose gel, i.e., a separation medium the separation properties of which is determined not only by the polyacrylamide chains, but also by β-cyclodextrin with its complexation power. A cost-effective, hybrid microdevice has been designed for fast electrophoretic and electrochromatographic analyses as well as for microchromatography. It consists of a fused silica capillary mounted on a supporting plate which integrates most of the compartments necessary for automation and sensitive detection at short UV wavelengths.

This dissertation describes the electrochemical synthesis of conducting polypyrrole (PPy), poly(N-methylpyrrole) (PNMPy), poly(3-methylpyrrole) (P3MPy), poly(pyrrole-2,6-dimethyl-β-cyclodextrin) P(Py-β-DMCD), poly(N-methylpyrrole-2,6-dimethyl-β-cyclodextrin) P(NMPy-β-DMCD) and poly(3-methylpyrrole-2,6-dimethyl-β-cyclodextrin) P(3MPy-β-DMCD) films by electrode potential cycling on a gold electrode in aqueous and nonaqueous (acetonitrile) electrolyte solutions containing lithium perchlorate. The resulting products were characterized by cyclic voltammetry, in situ UV-Vis spectroscopy, ex situ FT-IR spectroscopy, in situ surface enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) and in situ resistance measurements. For electrosynthesis of polymers in the presence of cyclodextrin, a (1:1) (mole-mole) compounds (host-guest-complex) of β-DMCD with Py, NMPy and 3MPy, respectively; previously characterized with proton NMR spectroscopy was used as starting material. Different cyclic voltammetric behavior was observed for polymers in aqueous and nonaqueous solutions during electrosynthesis. The results show that in nonaqueous solutions the oxidation potential of Py, NMPy and 3MPy monomers increases in the presence of cyclodextrin. The same results were observed for P(Py-β-DMCD) and P(NMPy-β-DMCD) in aqueous solution. The slight shift of the oxidation peak for polymers in the presence of cyclodextrin (CD) compared to polymers in absence of CD may be a result of the hydrophobic monomer partly or entirely included in the CD hydrophobic interior cavity. In situ resistance measurements of the PPy and PNMPy show that films prepared in acetonitrile solution have less resistance than those synthesized in aqueous solutions. Meanwhile, the results show that the resistance of the polymer increased in the following order PPy < P3MPy < PNMPy and P(Py-β-DMCD) < P(3MPy-β-DMCD) < P(NMPy-β-DMCD). The FT-IR spectroscopy was used to identify the polymers and to find evidence for the presence of the CD in the material. The spectra suggests no CD incorporation in the P(Py-β-DMCD) and P(NMPy-β-DMCD) films. In situ UV-Vis spectroscopy and in situ SERS measurements for the study of the structure and properties of electronically conducting PPy, PNMPy, P3MPy, P(Py-β-DMCD), P(NMPy-β-DMCD) and P(3MPy-β-DMCD) were carried out in two different media. The in situ SERS spectra of polymers deposited on the roughened gold substrate with ORC (oxidation-reduction cycle) pre-treatment indicated both a marked increase in intensity and a better resolution. / Diese Dissertation beschreibt die elektrochemische Synthese von leitfähigem Polypyrrol (PPy), Poly-N-Methylpyrrol (PNMPy), Poly(3-Methylpyrrol) (P3MPy), Poly(Pyrrol-2,6-dimethyl-β-cyclodextrin) P(Py-β-DMCD), Poly(N-Methylpyrrol-2,6-dimethyl-β-cyclodextrin) P(NMPy-β-DMCD) und Poly(3-Methylpyrrol-2,6-dimethyl-β-cyclodextrin) P(3MPy-β-DMCD) auf einer Goldelektrode durch Potentialzyklen in wässrigen und nichtwässrigen (Acetonitril) Elektrolytlösungen mit Lithiumperchlorat als Leitsalz. Die erhaltenen Stoffe wurden mit zyklischer Voltammetrie, in situ UV-Vis-Spektroskopie, ex situ FT-IR Spektroskopie, in situ oberflächen verstärkter Ramanspektroskopie (SERS) und in situ Widerstandmessungen charakterisiert. Für die Elektrosynthese der Polymere in Gegenwart von Cyclodextrin wurden 1:1 (Molverhältnis) Verbindungen (Wirt-Gast-Komplex) von β-DMCD mit Py, NMPy und 3MPy resp., charakterisiert mit Proton-NMR-Spektroskopie, als Ausgangsmaterial eingesetzt. Die zyklischen Voltammogramme ergaben unterschiedliches Verhalten der Polymere in wässrigen und nichtwässrigen Lösungen während der Elektrosynthese. Die Ergebnisse zeigen, dass sich in nichtwässrigen Lösungen das Oxidationspotenzial von Py, NMPy und 3MPy-Monomeren bei Anwesenheit von Cyclodextrin erhöht. Dieselben Resultate ergaben sich für P(Py-β-DMCD) und P(NMPy-β-DMCD) in wässriger Lösung. Die leichte Verschiebung des Oxidationspeaks der Polymere bei Anwesenheit von Cyclodextrin (CD) verglichen mit den Polymeren bei Abwesenheit von CD könnte das Resultat der teilweise oder vollständig im hydrophoben Hohlraum der CD eingeschlossenen hydrophoben Monomere sein. In situ Leitfähigkeitsmessungen von PPy und PNMPy zeigen, dass Filme, die in Acetonitrillösungen hergestellt wurden besser leitfähig sind als die Filme, die in wässrigen Lösungen hergestellt wurden. Die Ergebnisse zeigen, dass der Widerstand der Polymere in der folgenden Reihenfolge steigt: PPy < P3MPy < PNMPy and P(Py-β-DMCD) < P(3MPy-β-DMCD) < P(NMPy-β-DMCD). Die FT-IR-Spektroskopie wurde verwendet die Polymere zu identifizieren und die Anwesenheit der CD in das Material. Die Spektren schlägt vor, keine CD-Aufnahme in den P (Py-β-DMCD) und P (NMPy-β-DMCD) Filme. In situ UV-Vis- und in situ SERS-Messungen zur Untersuchung der Struktur und der Eigenschaften der elektronisch leitfähigen PPy, PNMPy, P3MPy, P(Py-β-DMCD), P(NMPy-β-DMCD) and P(3MPy-β-DMCD) wurden in 2 verschiedenen Medien durchgeführt. Die in situ SERS-Spektren der Polymere, abgeschieden auf aufgerauhter Goldoberfläche und Substrat durch ORC (Oxidations-Reduktions-Zyklus) –Vorbehandlung zeigten sowohl eine deutliche Erhöhung der Intensität als auch eine bessere Auflösung.

Two classes of ion-channels comprising 22 members were prepared. Three members were linear oligo-esters with terephthalate core designed to span both leaflets of the bilayer; these were prepared in a modular synthesis in three linear steps. 19 half-channels based on cyclodextrins with functionalized primary-rims were prepared by the Huisgen Cu+-catalyzed [3+2]-cyclization; three distinct synthetic protocols were established to be applicable to these substrates. The voltage-clamp experiment was used to characterize the ion transport properties of these 22 compounds as well as 5 oligo-esters previously prepared by solid-phase synthesis. All but two were active in bilayers, with the majority of these compounds showing highly complex conductance activities. Exponentially voltage-dependent currents were observed for two compounds (both terephthalate-derived); exclusive “square-top” activities were observed for one solid-phase–derived compound and one cyclodextrin-based channels; fractal openings were observed for at least two cyclodextrin-based channels. An “activity grid” notation was proposed as an empirical, coarse, but model-free method of treating the complex data. Through an exhaustive analysis of previously published synthetic ion channels, disparate compounds were found to share modes of activity. Supporting software were developed to facilitate the preparation of activity grids from current traces acquired for the aforementioned 27 compounds. Resulting activity grids for individual experiments were collated to generate an activity profile for each compound, from which a structure–activity map was established and could be compared to the literature data. Four core findings emerged. First, the activity grid notation is sufficiently expressive to denote highly complex mixture of activities. Second, systematic application of the notation reduces selection bias in data analysis. Third, many synthetic ion channels share highly sim- ilar activities and suggests the participation of the lipids, water, and ions in pore-formation. Lastly, the cyclodextrin half-channels are generally membrane active, and their activities are clearly modulated by structural variations. / Graduate

No presente trabalho foi realizado o isolamento da 3-O-metilquercetina, a partir de produto seco do extrato de inflorescências de Achyrocline satureioides, e sua caracterização. Em etapa farmacotécnica, foi realizado o estudo da associação deste flavonóide com b-ciclodextrina, bem como testes preliminares de permeação cutânea das associações, incorporadas ou não em gel de hidroxipropilmetilcelulose. As técnicas espectroscópicas, infravermelho e ressonância magnética de hidrogênio, confirmaram a estrutura do flavonóide isolado. Para o doseamento da 3-Ometilquercetina, realizou-se a validação de metodologia analítica por cromatografia líquida de alta eficiência, obtendo-se linearidade, na faixa de concentração de 0,05 a 1,5 μg/mL, precisão e exatidão adequadas. A análise da associação da 3-Ometilquercetina com b-ciclodextrina por infravermelho, ressonância magnética de hidrogênio e a análise pelo método empírico de Mecânica Molecular (MM2) do software Chem3D Ultra (Versão 9.0, CambridgeSoft) indicam possível inclusão do anel B da 3-O-metilquercetina na cavidade da b-ciclodextrina, sendo a inserção do flavonóide pela borda das hidroxilas secundárias mais favorável do que pela borda das hidroxilas primárias. A b-ciclodextrina e o gel de hidroxipropilmetilcelulose promoveram a permeação do flavonóide através da pele. A realização de ensaios in vivo para a seleção da melhor formulação constitui-se na principal perspectiva de continuidade de investigação científica do tema. / 3-O-methylquercetin (3-OMQ) was isolated from spray dried powder of Achyrocline satureioides and characterized by IR and 1H NMR. The study of association of this flavonoid with b-cyclodextrin (bCD) was performed, as well as preliminary skin permeation tests of these associations, incorporated or not in hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) hydrogel. A LC method for 3-OMQ assay was validated in the concentration range from 0.05 to 1.5 μg/mL, with suitable precision and accuracy. The complexation of 3-OMQ with bCD was analyzed by IR, 1H NMR and Molecular Mechanics (Chem3D Ultra 9.0, CambridgeSoft) and the results indicated the possible insertion of B ring of the flavonoid into the bCD cavity, being the insertion through the secondary OH rim more favorable than through the primary OH rim. bCD and HPMC promoted the permeation of the flavonoid through the skin. In vivo assay is required to select the appropriate formulation.

Submitted by TABATA CRUZ MANOEL null (tabatacm@hotmail.com) on 2016-03-18T13:04:54Z No. of bitstreams: 1 ultima versao defesa.pdf: 3979971 bytes, checksum: 9e1ee9e6a385c2ba53c2341fe29ccecc (MD5) / Approved for entry into archive by Ana Paula Grisoto (grisotoana@reitoria.unesp.br) on 2016-03-21T19:29:22Z (GMT) No. of bitstreams: 1 manoel_tc_me_sjrp.pdf: 3979971 bytes, checksum: 9e1ee9e6a385c2ba53c2341fe29ccecc (MD5) / Made available in DSpace on 2016-03-21T19:29:22Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 manoel_tc_me_sjrp.pdf: 3979971 bytes, checksum: 9e1ee9e6a385c2ba53c2341fe29ccecc (MD5) Previous issue date: 2016-02-23 / Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico (CNPq) / As ciclodextrinas são um grupo de oligossacarídeos cíclicos, que apresentam um formato de cone truncado com cavidade hidrofóbica e exterior hidrofílico. Isto faz com que as ciclodextrinas possam encapsular fármacos, o que propicia melhoras na biodisponibilidade, estabilidade e proteção das moléculas encapsulada. Por esta característica, as ciclodextrinas constituem uma nova classe de excipientes farmacêuticos de grande utilidade, por formar complexos de inclusão reversíveis com moléculas apolares e atuarem como moléculas carregadoras de substancias de interesse biológico e baixa solubilidade. Dentre os compostos com ação farmacológica encontra-se os flavonoides, em destaque a molécula de quercetina, um fármaco natural com diversas propriedades biológicas, como anticâncer, antioxidante, antialérgica, porém devido sua baixa solubilidade torna-se necessária a formação de complexos de inclusão com moléculas carregadoras como a β-ciclodextrina. O presente trabalho busca investigar, por meio de simulações computacionais, as diferentes formas de interação dos flavonoides com a ciclodextrina e do complexo formado por bicamadas lipídicas, a fim de contribuir para um melhor entendimento do processo de formação com complexo de inclusão ciclodextrina/flavonoide e de entrega do fármaco à célula. / The cyclodextrins are cyclic oligosaccharides that present a structure in form of a truncated cone, with a hydrophobic inside surfaces and hydrophilic outside. This causes the cyclodextrin can encapsulate drugs provides improvements in bioavailability, stability and protection of encapsulated molecules. By this feature, the cyclodextrins are a new class of pharmaceutical excipients useful for forming inclusion complexes with reversible nonpolar molecules and act as carrier of molecules with high biological interest and low solubility. Among the compounds with pharmacological action it is the flavonoid, featured the quercetin molecule; a drug with natural biological proprieties such as anticancer, antioxidant, antialergic, however, due to its low solubility, it becomes necessary the formation of inclusion complexes with carrier molecules. This study aims to investigate, through computer simulation, different forms of interaction of flavonoids with cyclodextrin and the complex formed by lipid bilayers, in order to contribute to a better understanding of the formation process with inclusion complex cyclodextrin/flavonoids and the drug delivery to cell.