The University of Waterloo is excited to host the IEEE Ultrasonics Distinguished Lecturer, Ayache Bouakaz on November 24, 2023, for an exciting lunch seminar on "Ultrasound and Microbubbles for Anticancer Drug Delivery: From Physics to Clinics" from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
About the Seminar
Utlrasound, in conjunction with microbubbles, offers a promising drug delivery. This approach, known as sonoporation, enables targeted drug delivery by temporarily permeating biological barriers (e.g., cell membrane, vessel wall) under ultrasound insonation. It shows potential for a wide range of therapeutic agents, including chemotherapeutics, nucleic acids, peptides and antibodies. While preclinical studies have demonstrated promise, several challenges must be addressed for clinical translation. These include standardizing utlrasound parameters, selecting suitable microbubbles, identifying optimal clinical applications, and resolving questions about administration methods and treatment schedules. Additionally, the type and concentration of microbubbles, as well as their response to ultrasound activation, play critical roles. The ultimate goal is to facilitate the adoption of this technology in clinical settings, and ongoing and future trials aim to further advance drug delivery through sonoporation.
About the Lecturer
If you have any questions about this seminar, please contact Alfred Yu.
Register
Registration will close on November 22, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. *Room is to be determined.