Publications by authors named "Matthew J Pickett"
Article Synopsis
- Pills are essential in medicine but can be hard to swallow, while liquid forms lack specific therapeutic targeting and controlled release.
- The study introduces liquid in situ-forming tough (LIFT) hydrogels, which create a gel in the stomach by mixing two solutions, allowing for a better drug delivery method.
- Tested in live rats and pigs, LIFT hydrogels are strong, safe, and effectively deliver drugs while protecting sensitive therapeutic enzymes and bacteria from stomach acid, potentially aiding patients who struggle with traditional medicine forms.
