“…The administration of growth factors, such as epidermal growth 25 factor (EGF), to accelerate wound healing has been extensively 26 described (Choi et al, 2008;Chu et al, 2010;Gainza et al, 2013;27 Hardwicke et al, 2008;Hori et al, 2007;Johnson and Wang, 2013), 28 however, topical delivery of EGF is severely limited by its high 29 molecular weight, hydrophilicity and, above all, its short half life at 30 the wound site (Al Haushey et al, 2010;Choi et al, 2012;31 Ulubayram et al, 2001). To address these shortcomings, the nano-32 encapsulation of growth factors, like EGF, may enhance their 33 stability at the wound and may allow their controlled release, 34 thereby optimising efficacy.…”