The application of biocompatible polymeric microneedle patches is discussed as a promising and straightforward method of transdermal drug delivery.
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Improving HIV treatment with targeted drug delivery
Application of nanotechnology shown to substantially reduce necessary dose of anti-HIV antiretroviral efavirenz.
Non-viral nanoparticle vectors delivering biomolecules more efficiently
Scientists have found an efficient way to deliver nanoparticles containing a wide range of biomolecules without using endocytosis, for faster drug delivery.
Looking deep into aluminum foam
French and Dutch researchers used X-ray tomography to investigate the fracture behavior of an open cell aluminum foam.
Microfluidic modulation of stem cell microenvironments
A microfluidic mixing platform creates 3D hydrogels systems with patterns of cell and matrix constituents inspired by native hematopoietic stem cell niches.
Carbon dioxide – raw material of the future
2nd CO2-Conference on Carbon Dioxide as Feedstock for Chemistry and Polymers in “Haus der Technik” Essen, Germany, October 7th to 9th 2013
Room-temperature nanoparticle ceramics
Researchers create a dense, thick, and organic-binder-free ceramic film consisting of stress-free nanoparticles at room temperature.
Stretchable electronics are biocompatible
Team investigate the ability of the body to accept stretchable electronic devices for long-term use.
Spotlight on Polymer Chemistry, Issue 19
The Journal of Polymer Science Part A: Polymer Chemistry highlights some important research in the latest issue.
Revolutionary 3D displays
A new development pledges to revolutionize the fittings of future car interiors – 3D displays with homogeneous, fully customizable surfaces.
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