Week 4

Due to time, material constraints, and feedback on our design proposal we have decided the original deliverable is unrealistic, but will continue to develop a functioning prototype hydrogel able to topically deliver ibuprofen.

Interview Questions for Dr. Spiller

Method of making hydrogels without UV exposure?

How does the addition of ibuprofen affect the hydrogel?

-        Consistency

-        Degradation/durability

-        Skin permeability

-        Skin irritation (sensitivity)

Ibuprofen sodium dihydrate and skin permeability?

Different consistencies of hydrogel—effects of calcium crosslinks?

-        Degradation of hydrogels

-        Storage environment of hydrogels
 

*An interview has been scheduled with Dr. Kara Spiller, Assistant Professor, School of Biomedical Engineering, Science & Health Systems