Microfluidics-Based Drug Screening and Delivery Technology
A special issue of Micromachines (ISSN 2072-666X). This special issue belongs to the section "B：Biology and Biomedicine".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026 | Viewed by 35
Special Issue Editors
2. National Institute for Research and Development in Microtechnologies—IMT Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania
3. Academy of Romanian Scientists, Bucharest, Romania
Interests: microfluidics for drug screening; transdermal drug delivery; molecular diagnostic; biomedical devices; nanomedicine; microfluidics; micro- and nanotechologies
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Interests: nanotechnology-based diagnostic and drug delivery systems; diagnostic imaging; microfluidics; biosensors
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Microfluidic technologies offer powerful capabilities for rapid sample processing and precise fluid manipulation, positioning them as transformative tools in modern biomedical research and healthcare. These platforms overcome limitations of conventional methods, enabling advanced synthesis and dimensional control of micro- and nanomaterials. However, realizing their full potential demands innovative approaches to meet stringent performance requirements for biomedical applications.
This Special Issue focuses on the preparation and precise dimensional tailoring of biomedical materials using microfluidics, particularly addressing physiological size thresholds relevant in vitro and in vivo. It will explore the diverse applications of these materials, including diagnostics, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial agents, drug delivery, and disease therapy. A key highlight will be the transformative role of microfluidics in personalized drug delivery. Topics span from novel synthesis methods and scalable nanoparticle fabrication with precise control to innovations in drug targeting. The issue will also cover the development of versatile microfluidic platforms integrated with wearable technology for patient-specific dosing and real-time monitoring. Further, we explore the exciting integration of microfluidics with sensor technologies and artificial intelligence. This convergence facilitates real-time feedback and autonomous adaptation in dedicated systems, presenting both groundbreaking opportunities and essential considerations regarding device robustness, reliability, data interpretation, and ethical implications. The issue will also address recent advancements and challenges in device design, fabrication, regulatory approval, and market translation.
By showcasing cutting-edge research at the intersection of microfluidics, biomaterials, and personalized medicine, this Special Issue aims to provide deep insights and elevate the field. We invite contributions from the bioscience and engineering communities to foster cross-disciplinary collaborations, present emerging trends, and collectively support the flourishing future of microfluidic technologies in biomedical innovation.
Prof. Dr. Ciprian Iliescu
Prof. Dr. Florina Silvia Iliescu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- microfluidics
- micro and nanotechnology
- drug delivery
- drug screening
- drug carriers
- microphysiological systems
- transdermal drug delivery
- microneedles
- personalized medicine
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