The Green Institute of Chemical Biomedical & Environmental Sciences

Sustaining Life Through Science & Innovation

Dua

Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Research Group

Natural & Nano Drug Delivery Systems Research Group

About our group

The Natural & Nano Drug Delivery Systems Research Group is dedicated to shaping the future of pharmaceutical innovation through the development of advanced, next-generation drug delivery platforms. Our mission is to revolutionize the administration of therapeutic agents by creating delivery systems that are not only scientifically sophisticated but also safe, efficient, and highly targeted. By combining the proven benefits of natural bioactive compounds with the precision and adaptability of nanotechnology, we work to develop smarter therapies that deliver maximum effectiveness with minimal side effects. Our research is focused on solving core challenges in drug delivery, including enhancing bioavailability, improving physicochemical stability under physiological conditions, and enabling precise site-specific targeting.

Through the strategic design of innovative formulations and nano-enabled carriers, we ensure controlled and optimized delivery of therapeutic agents directly to the intended site of action—at the right dose and the right time. These advancements have the potential to significantly improve clinical outcomes, reduce treatment frequency, and enhance overall patient quality of life. Collaboration is central to our approach. Our team brings together expertise from pharmaceutics, nanotechnology, materials science, biotechnology, and biomedical engineering, enabling us to approach complex healthcare problems from multiple scientific angles. This interdisciplinary framework fuels the creation of cutting-edge delivery systems that are both clinically relevant and commercially scalable. We utilize biodegradable polymers, engineered nanostructures, and naturally derived therapeutic molecules to develop carriers that are not only biocompatible but also highly functional.

A major focus of our work lies in harnessing nature-inspired therapeutics—including phytochemicals, marine-derived compounds, and microbial metabolites—and integrating them into nanoformulations that protect and enhance their therapeutic efficacy. This approach opens new avenues for the treatment of chronic illnesses such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes, persistent infectious diseases, and aggressive cancers that demand precision-based interventions. The Natural & Nano Drug Delivery Systems Research Group stands at the forefront of pharmaceutical innovation. Through the seamless integration of natural therapeutics and cutting-edge nanotechnology, we strive to redefine the standards of drug delivery and create impactful solutions to some of the most pressing health challenges of our time.

Vision

To be a globally recognized center of excellence in Natural and Nano Drug Delivery Research, pioneering transformative technologies that reshape the future of therapeutics for human health and well-being. We aspire to lead the scientific community through cutting-edge innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to advancing safer, more effective treatment modalities. By integrating the power of nature with next-generation nanotechnology, we aim to redefine how medicines are developed, delivered, and experienced which ultimately improving quality of life across populations worldwide.

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