Hydrogels represent a class of three‐dimensional, water‐swollen polymeric networks that offer exceptional potential for controlled drug delivery. Their biocompatibility, tunable swelling behaviour and ...

Hydrogels are among the most widely studied biomaterials in modern drug delivery research. Their high hydrophilicity, ...

Nanogels are increasingly used in drug delivery systems for their ability to encapsulate a wide range of therapeutic agents and release them in a controlled, targeted manner. Recent developments have ...

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 ...

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 ...

Researchers have developed a potential new peptide-based drug delivery system by repurposing fibrils that contribute to Alzheimer’s disease pathogenesis. Researchers at the University of North ...

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 ...

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 ...

This interview addresses the challenges and complexities of developing and manufacturing controlled-release drug formulations. Could you introduce yourself and your expertise in drug development and ...

Controlled release systems deliver medication and other bioactive compounds to the ideal spot inside a body and over a specific time. New research from the University of Arkansas and the University of ...

Scientists created a new drug delivery system that can receive commands wirelessly from a smartphone or computer to schedule and trigger the release of drugs from individual microneedles. The patch's ...