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University of Houston College of Pharmacy students took first through fourth place in the Texas Pharmacy Association competition with projects on asthma management, community wellness, and medication labeling. The UH College of Pharmacy won for having the highest percentage of student body members in the TPA-ASP.
Engineers at Ohio State University used compressed carbon dioxide to embed protein molecules in plastic, creating a process for developing implantable drugs. The technology could be used to release medicines into the body, improving medical treatment and reducing environmental impact.
Researchers at NIST have developed a new method for producing uniform, self-assembled nanocells using micrometer-size channels. These nanocells can be controlled to specific sizes and are ideal for encapsulating medicine, leading to more accurate drug delivery.
Researchers at UCSD have developed a way to transfer the optical properties of silicon sensors to plastic, creating flexible and biocompatible devices that can monitor drug delivery, joint strain, or healing. This technology could lead to non-invasive monitoring of implantable devices.
Researchers at Virginia Tech have developed a new cryptand compound that forms stronger non-covalent bonds than traditional host crown ethers. The improved association constants enhance the recognition and attraction between host and guest molecules, paving the way for potential applications in medicine.
Researchers have developed contact lenses that can dispense prescription drugs directly to the eye, reducing the risk of side effects associated with traditional eye drops. The new technology uses nanoparticles to encapsulate drugs in a matrix, allowing for controlled release over an extended period.
A study of Medicare prescription benefit plans found that higher copayments reduce the use of brand-name drugs and lower overall plan costs, but also increase enrollee out-of-pocket expenses. The research suggests that combining cost-sharing strategies with other cost-containment mechanisms can help balance these competing effects.
Researchers are developing non-invasive methods for delivering therapies, such as patches, inhalers, and ultrasound, to overcome limitations of traditional drug delivery. Tissue engineering also holds promise for growing new organs and tissues using cells and polymers, offering potential solutions for diseases like diabetes and paralysis.
A new Medicines Information Helpline has been launched in the UK to provide independent expert advice on medicines for patients with Parkinson's disease. The helpline, staffed by experienced pharmacists, aims to address the need for reliable information on medication management for this growing population.
A new implantable device has been designed to deliver anti-psychotic medication for up to a year, potentially relieving patients of psychosis and social instability. The device, made of biodegradable polymers, is surgically implanted under the skin and releases medication into the bloodstream at a specific rate.
Pregnant women infected with HIV can reduce the risk of transmitting the virus to their infants by about 50 percent if they deliver by elective cesarean section before labor and membranes rupture. The study found that c-sections cut mother-to-child HIV transmission by at least 50 percent.
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center found that walking during the first stage of labor had no impact on labor duration, pain management, or infant outcomes. Women who walked showed similar results to those who rested in bed, with most indicating they would walk again in future labors.