| MTX | methotrexate |
| SAXS | small angle X-ray scattering |
| LCP | liquid crystalline phase |
| DDS | drug delivery system |
| AMF | alternating magnetic field |
| MO | monoolein |
| MNPs | magnetic nanoparticles |
| DLS | dynamic light scattering |
| Cryo-TEM | cryogenic transmission electron microscopy |
| DPV | differential pulse voltammetry |
| GC | glassy carbon |
| GCE | glassy carbon electrode |
| SWV | square-wave voltammetry |
| CV | cyclic voltammetry |
| EE | entrapment efficiency |