Drug delivery

Caffeine used to create novel gels for drug delivery

Caffeine is well-known for its ability to help people stay alert, but scientists have now come up with a novel use for the stimulant - creating biocompatible gels for drug delivery and other medical applications.

Apr 16, 2018, 16:20 PM IST

Tiny DNA machines may drive disease detection, drug delivery

The researchers were able to monitor the fluorescence, detecting which cells were cancerous. Le believes the findings show great promise for the early diagnosis of disease.

Mar 06, 2017, 23:39 PM IST

Novel DNA computer developed to enhance controlled drug delivery

To determine whether someone has a particular disease, it is essential to measure the concentration of specific antibodies -- the agents that our immune system produces when we are ill. 
 

Feb 18, 2017, 13:09 PM IST

3D printed micro-needles to make drug delivery pain-free

The device could be used in treatments for a wide range of diseases, including skin cancers.

Oct 05, 2015, 18:23 PM IST