Nicholas A. Peppas

Chemist and biologist in drug delivery

Nicholas A. Peppas - Chemist and biologist in drug delivery
Born

August 25th, 1948
76 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Greece

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This individual has made significant contributions to the fields of biomedical engineering and drug delivery systems. Extensive research focused on the development of polymer systems for controlled release and targeting of therapeutic agents. The work has greatly influenced the design of drug delivery technologies. Academic positions include serving as a professor at a prominent university, where the research lab has trained numerous students and contributed to advancements in the field. This individual's research has been widely published and has received several accolades over the course of an extensive career.

Developed innovative polymer systems for drug delivery

Served as a professor at the University of Texas at Austin

Published extensively in biomedical engineering

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