Developing advanced drug delivery systems to improve medication effectiveness
Next-Generation Parenteral Drug Delivery Systems for Controlling Pharmacokinetics
This study is working on new ways to deliver medications that can help people with chronic conditions take their medicine less often, using special materials and 3D printing to create systems that release drugs steadily and safely over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rice University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10892235 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating innovative parenteral drug delivery systems that can better control how medications are released in the body. By utilizing advanced materials and 3D printing technology, the project aims to develop systems that can provide sustained release of drugs, reducing the need for frequent dosing. This approach seeks to enhance patient adherence to medication regimens, particularly for those with chronic conditions, by ensuring that drugs maintain effective concentrations at their sites of action for longer periods. The research will explore the use of biodegradable materials to encapsulate drugs, improving both safety and efficacy.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients with chronic diseases who require regular medication and may struggle with adherence to their treatment regimens.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require injectable medications or those with acute conditions that do not benefit from sustained drug release may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments with fewer doses, improving patient adherence and health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in developing controlled-release drug delivery systems, but this approach utilizing 3D printing and novel materials is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- Rice University — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mchugh, Kevin James — Rice University
- Study coordinator: Mchugh, Kevin James
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.