In vitro and computational studies of transdermal perfusion of nanoformulations containing a large molecular weight protein

Madalena Martins, Nuno G. Azoia, Artur Ribeiro, Ulyana Shimanovich, Carla Silva, Artur Cavaco-Paulo

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Abstract

Transdermal perfusion of a large protein is reported for the first time, using a nanoemulsion of bovine serum albumin (66. kDa) of 160. nm prepared by a solid-in-oil (S/O) process. Molecular dynamics simulations confirmed skin permeation by these formulations, with integration of the protein into the lipid bilayers. These results demonstrate the real possibility of delivering large proteins transdermally for a range of medical and cosmetic applications.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)271-278
Number of pages8
JournalColloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces
Volume108
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Aug 2013
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Hydrophilic macromolecules
  • Nanodispersion
  • Protein
  • Surfactant
  • Transdermal perfusion

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Biotechnology
  • Surfaces and Interfaces
  • Physical and Theoretical Chemistry
  • Colloid and Surface Chemistry

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