About Book
This book, Drug Delivery System, has been meticulously designed for postgraduate students of pharmacy, particularly those pursuing an M. Pharm degree. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles, innovative technologies, and emerging trends in drug delivery.
The book is structured to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications, ensuring that students gain a holistic understanding of drug delivery mechanisms, formulation strategies, and evaluation techniques. It covers a wide spectrum of topics, including conventional and advanced drug delivery systems, controlled and targeted delivery approaches, polymeric drug carriers, nanotechnology-based systems, and regulatory considerations. Each chapter is enriched with detailed explanations, illustrative diagrams, case studies, and recent research insights to enhance the learning experience.
One of the key highlights of this book is its emphasis on recent advancements in drug delivery, such as nanoparticle-based drug carriers, liposomal and vesicular systems, gene delivery approaches, and 3D-printed drug formulations. These cutting-edge technologies are shaping the future of pharmaceuticals and have been discussed in detail to equip students with the knowledge required to contribute to ongoing research and development in the field. Additionally, the integration of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic aspects within various delivery systems has been elaborated to provide a deeper insight into drug release mechanisms and bioavailability enhancement
About Author
Ms. Manisha Chhikara is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy at PIET, Panipat, India. With over five years of teaching experience in B. Pharmacy and D. Pharmacy, along with one year of industrial exposure, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the academic field. She has actively guided numerous B. Pharmacy students in research endeavors. Her academic contributions include 14 publications, comprising four research papers, five book chapters, and two books, along with three patents. Her dedication to pharmaceutical education and research continues to make a significant impact in the field.
Dr. Sonia Narwal works as Professor at the Department of Pharmacy, Panipat Institute of Engineering and Technology (PIET), Samalkha, Panipat, Haryana-132102. She is a young and dynamic teacher and researcher with more than ten years of research and teaching experience and has published more than forty research papers and review articles in internationally and nationally reputed journals. She has authored four books and book chapters. She has presented her research work at National and International conferences and attended more than sixty conferences, seminars, and workshops organised by PCI, IPGA, IPES, and APTI. Many Indian patents and International patents have been credited to her account. She always has the enthusiasm to learn new skills and technology for the betterment of the pharmacy profession. Dr. Sonia is a lifetime member of APTI and IPGA.
Mr. Suchitra Yadav is a distinguished pharmaceutical professional and academician specializing in Pharmaceutical Chemistry. He earned his Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from Indira Gandhi University, Meerpur, Rewari, Haryana in 2020 and pursued his Master of Pharmacy (M. Pharm) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, Haryana in 2022. Currently, he is serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at DPG College of Pharmacy, Gurgaon, Haryana. With 2.5 years of experience in teaching and research, he has made significant academic contributions, including the publication of six research papers in reputed journals and securing two Indian patents. His commitment to innovation and excellence continues to advance the field of pharmaceutical sciences.
Dr Baljeet Singh has completed his UG from S D College of Pharmacy Barnala, Punjab, PG from Vinayaka Mission University Tamil Nadu PhD (Pharmacognosy) from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam University Indore. The author is having academic experience of 18 years. He has published 50+ research and review articles in International and National journals. Worked as Associate Professor at Adesh University Bathinda and Principal at Guru Teg Bahadur Group Malout (Punjab), presently working as Director Campus at GRD Group of Colleges Malout. He is a Life member of APTI and IPGA. He is active reviewer and editorial member of various journals.
Dr. Sourabh Jain has completed his UG & PG in Pharmacy from VNS Institute of Pharmacy, Bhopal (MP) & PhD (Pharmaceutics) from Banasthali Vidyapith, Banasthali (Rajasthan). Also qualified GATE 2006 and completed HDCA (diploma) from AISECT. The author is having academic experience of 12 years and research experience of 06 years. He has published 86+ research and review articles in International and National journals. Worked as Preclinical Scientist in Pinnacle Biomedical Research Institute (PBRI), Bhopal (MP), presently working as Principal in Kewalshree Institute of Pharmacy, Indore and area of interest is preclinical research, and NDDS formulation development. Serving as General Secretary in Indian Pharmaceutical Graduates’ Association (IPGA) M.P. State Branch, also Life member of APTI. Active reviewer and editorial member of various journals.
Dr. Gaurav Agarwal is a distinguished academic leader and researcher in pharmaceutical sciences, with over 22 years of experience in academia and industry. A former scientist at IPCA Laboratories, Mumbai, he has seamlessly bridged the gap between research, education, and industry application.
Currently serving as the Principal at the Faculty of Pharmacy, PIET, Panipat, Dr. Agarwal has previously held leadership roles, including Director at Shikhar Institute of Pharmacy and Dean at RPIIT, Karnal. His research expertise focuses on gastroretentive drug delivery systems, hydrogel-based formulations, and artificial intelligence-assisted diagnostic devices. He has successfully completed a 9.75-lakh Inspire project funded by DST, filed multiple patents in pharmaceutical technology, and published over 20 internationally recognized books. His contributions also include guiding PhD scholars and mentoring over 40 postgraduate students in advanced pharmaceutical research. He has published widely in national and international journals, demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field.
