Coated pill carries microneedles that deliver insulin and other drugs to the lining of the small intestine. Many drugs, especially those made of proteins, cannot be taken orally because they... Read more
A new long-acting contraceptive designed to be self-administered by women may provide a new family planning option, particularly in developing nations where access to health care can be limi... Read more
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) scientists have developed a ‘contact lens’ patch with microneedles that could provide a painless and efficient alternative to curr... Read more
A team of researchers from Queen’s University Belfast, led by Professor Ryan Donnelly, Professor of Pharmaceutical Technology are developing a new type of skin patch (microarray patch) that... Read more
It’s only a matter of time before drugs are administered via patches with painless microneedles instead of unpleasant injections. But designers need to balance the need for flexible, comfort... Read more
The new patch can quicken drug delivery time while cutting waste An assistant professor with the Virginia Tech – Wake Forest School of Biomedical Engineering has developed a flexible m... Read more