Transparent, 3D-printed microneedle patches that co-deliver ALA and guide blue light for preclinical photodynamic therapy of acne

Journal of Materials Chemistry B 2026

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Authors: Run Tian, Li Zhang, Jiamei Zhang, Shuai Yang, Yukun Ren, Angxi Zhou, Bo Li, Rong Li, Wentao Li, Xian Jiang, Maling Gou
DOI: 10.1039/d5tb01639h
Cited by: 1
References: 53

Abstract

< 0.05), with no significant adverse effects observed during the experimental period. Our preclinical findings demonstrate that this dual-function microneedle patch provides proof-of-concept for its future development as a novel integrated platform for PDT.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advancements in Transdermal Drug Delivery Photodynamic Therapy Research Studies Acne and Rosacea Treatments and Effects

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Materials Chemistry B
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
14
Issue
7
Pages
2231–2244
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN