Silk Microneedles Deliver Controlled-Release Drugs Painlessly
Wednesday, December 21, 2011 - 15:30
in Physics & Chemistry
New silk-based microneedles can painlessly deliver precise doses of drugs over time and without refrigeration. Made under normal temperature and pressure using water, the microneedles can be loaded with sensitive biochemicals and maintain their activity. The biocompatible, biodegradable system could be applied to other biological storage needs.