Authors: Prof. Dr. S. Sundar Manoharan; Dr. Sivaraman Dhanasekaran; Dr. P. S. Pradeep
The PDEU team has made
significant advancements in nano-therapeutic scaffolds for pain and wound
management, contributing to the Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat
initiatives. Key innovations include Penta
Nanoplast, a transdermal patch for muscle pain management that addresses
the limitations of oral medications and conventional bandages by ensuring rapid
drug release and enhanced patient compliance. Knew Nanoplast, a nano-coated knee wrap, optimizes drug delivery
around joint cartilage, reducing pain, inflammation, and swelling while
improving joint flexibility. In wound care, NanoHyFi, a hydrofiber-based dressing, combines nanotechnology
driven antibiotics with a gel-forming fiber to deliver drugs and restrict germ
entry, accelerating healing for surgical wounds. Similarly, Nanosol demonstrates exceptional
efficacy against multi-drug-resistant pathogens in burn wound healing, ensuring
scar-free recovery and matching the original skin tone. Supported by the
Ministry of Education under the STARS scheme, Nanosol is being further explored for treating diabetic foot
ulcers. The most recent breakthrough, TINAENS,
a drug-loaded nanoscaffold-based dressing, targets drug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and has received
patent recognition, marking a milestone in infection control. All these
products are in the TRL 6-7 stage, pending commercialization. One of these innovation
“Knew Nanoplast” was selected for
presentation at the DHR-ICMR Health Research Excellence Recognition Summit 2024
under best innovation category. The health care innovations were showcased
during a technical briefing to Dr.
Mukesh Ambani, President and Chairman of the PDEU Board of Governance, on
January 10, 2024, and previously presented to FDCA authorities on December 18, 2021. These cutting-edge
nanotechnologies provide cost-effective, efficient solutions to address
critical healthcare challenges, including pain, inflammation, and wound care,
with a focus on improving patient outcomes and reducing medical costs.
Technical Briefing to Dr. Mukesh Ambani
(10th January 2024)
Healthcare
Innovation Showcase at ICMR Summit 2024 – 14th Nov 2024 - Dr Rajiv Bahl , Director General,
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Product
Display for FDCA Authorities (18th December 2021): Pre
Vibrant Gujarat Summit Holistic Healthcare