Controlled drug delivery systems represent a dynamic field that integrates materials science, engineering and pharmacology to achieve precise therapeutic outcomes. These systems are designed to ...

In the evolving landscape of pharmaceutical development, modified release (MR) tablets have emerged as a cornerstone technology for improving therapeutic outcomes and patient compliance. Unlike ...

Artificial lipid bilayer vesicle liposomes, also called proteoliposomes, are specialized systems capable of incorporating various molecules, such as chemicals and drugs. Their unique properties make ...

A recent study published in Nature Communications showcased a breakthrough in transdermal drug delivery. Scientists have developed an electrically activated patch with biocompatible metallic membranes ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) Precision in drug delivery has long posed a significant challenge to the medical field. Relying on the body’s circulatory system to transport medications often results in ...

Shortages of GLP-1 medications, like Ozempic and Wegovy, are common occurrences. These shortages will likely continue into the future and will make it hard for patients dealing with Type 2 diabetes ...

Biodegradable polymers are a type of polymer that exists both naturally and can be synthesized in laboratories. This special class of polymer is broken down naturally by microbial processes to produce ...

Robotic dog on show at the Barbican. — © Image by Tim Sandle. Robotic dog on show at the Barbican. — © Image by Tim Sandle. Grain-sized soft robots that can be ...

Stanford engineers have developed an injectable hydrogel depot technology that enables GLP-1 drugs to be administered once every four months, compared to repeated daily injections. Materials engineers ...

For many people, injection needles can be scary – and the larger ones for specialized longer-term medications are far more intimidating. Many long-lasting drugs typically need to be delivered through ...

What is Targeted Drug Delivery? Targeted drug delivery is a cutting-edge approach in nanomedicine that aims to selectively transport therapeutic agents to specific tissues, cells, or even ...