Echogenic Polymer microcapsules and nanocapsules and methods for production and use thereof

Overview

Methods for producing echogenic polymer microcapsules and nanocapsules for use in diagnostic imaging and delivery of bioactive compounds as well as targeted imaging and delivery to selected tissues and cells are provided. Compositions containing these echogenic polymer microcapsules and nanocapsules for use in diagnostic imaging and delivery of bioactive agents are also provided.

Intellectual Property and Development Status

United States Patent Issued-7,897,141

United States Patent Issued-8,715,622

Contact Information

Alexey Melishchuk, PhD

Associate Director, Licensing

Office of Technology Commercialization

Drexel University

3180 Chestnut Street, Suite 104

Philadelphia, PA 19104

(T): 215-895-0304

amelishchuk@drexel.edu

 

For Information, Contact:

  • Robert Mcgrath
  • Sr. Associate Vice Provost
  • Drexel University
  • 215-895-0303
  • rbm26@drexel.edu

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Keywords:
Cancer therapeutic