MIT Works on a New Bubble-Like Patch that Uses Ultrasonic Waves
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Researches at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are developing a new potential solution for drug delivery in the form of an ultrasonic patch. It is softer and comes in a bubble-like patch that evokes soundwaves in order to distribute the medication. The patch is able to create waves as it ripples through the wearer's skin in order to create small channels that the drugs can then enter the system.
The patch is currently in its experimental phase as it has been tested on pig skin to deliver niacinamide and the result was that it could penetrate the body 26 times more than the amount could pass through without ultrasonic help. It is made from PDMS, which is a silicone-based polymer that can stick to the skin and is lightweight.
Image Credit: Chia-Chen Yu et. al., MIT (CC BY 4.0)
The patch is currently in its experimental phase as it has been tested on pig skin to deliver niacinamide and the result was that it could penetrate the body 26 times more than the amount could pass through without ultrasonic help. It is made from PDMS, which is a silicone-based polymer that can stick to the skin and is lightweight.
Image Credit: Chia-Chen Yu et. al., MIT (CC BY 4.0)
Trend Themes
1. Ultrasonic Drug Delivery Patches - This trend offers an opportunity for pharmaceutical companies to develop more efficient drug delivery patches using ultrasonic waves.
2. Pdms-based Medical Devices - This trend presents an opportunity for medical device companies to explore the potential of PDMS-based materials for creating lightweight and skin-friendly medical patches.
3. Non-invasive Drug Delivery - This trend offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for drug delivery companies to explore non-invasive technologies, such as ultrasonic patches, that improve patient compliance and comfort.
Industry Implications
1. Pharmaceuticals - The pharmaceutical industry can benefit from the development of more efficient and patient-friendly drug delivery technologies.
2. Medical Devices - The medical device industry can explore the use of PDMS-based materials to create lightweight and comfortable devices.
3. Healthcare - The healthcare industry can benefit from the use of non-invasive drug delivery technologies that improve patient comfort and compliance.
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