News, Media & Research Highlights
Explore the latest research breakthroughs, high-impact publications, awards, funding successes, international collaborations, media coverage, invited lectures and student achievements from Lamprou Lab.
Discover how our research is advancing drug delivery, pharmaceutical manufacturing, biofabrication, microfluidics and personalised healthcare worldwide.
Featured in: BBC News, New Scientist, Popular Science, Smithsonian Magazine, ITV News, Belfast Live and other international media outlets.

Featured Publications
Microfluidic nanomedicine for pulmonary drug delivery
Using Cyclosporine A as a model compound, we demonstrate the potential of this platform for delivering challenging therapeutic molecules.
3D-Printed Dissolving Microneedles for Skin Cancer Therapy
Biphasic co-delivery of curcumin and 5-FU using 3D-printed dissolving microneedles for enhanced skin cancer treatment and localised drug delivery.
Advanced Drug Delivery and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Explore our latest publications in advanced drug delivery, pharmaceutical technologies, microfluidics, biofabrication and personalised medicines.

International Media Coverage
Research from Lamprou Lab has been featured by leading international media and industry outlets including BBC News, New Scientist, Popular Science, Smithsonian Magazine, ITV News, Belfast Live, ScienceDaily, Cambridge Network, BioProcess Online, GEN and 3D Printing Industry. Coverage has highlighted advances in drug delivery, pharmaceutical 3D printing, biofabrication, microfluidics, nanomedicine, wound healing and personalised healthcare.
Examples:
Innovative 3D-Printed Patch Could Improve Skin Cancer Treatment
First of its kind 3D printed cacao-based health supplement helps boost immune system
3D printed innovative bandage for diabetic foot ulcers (DFU) treatment
4D printed implants for efficient breast cancer management
3D treatment that could revolutionise diabetes treatment
3D Printing Sees COVID-19-Induced Boost for Formulations
Amphibian foam used for drug delivery for first time
Microfluidics offers easier and faster manufacturing of nanomedicines
Queen’s University Belfast provides NHS with protective facemasks

Research, Resilience and Personal Journeys
Media coverage highlighting the personal journey behind academic research and the challenges, resilience, and determination that often underpin scientific careers.
"I put my dreams on hold but dad's life-changing accident inspired my return to university" Dr Milliken, Read the Full Story

Awards, Recognition & Impact
Internationally Recognised Leaders in Pharmaceutical 3D Printing, Drug Delivery and Microfluidics Research
Lamprou Lab has received international recognition for pioneering contributions to pharmaceutical 3D printing, advanced drug delivery, microfluidics, biofabrication and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
World Top 2% Researcher Recognition
Continued international recognition for research excellence and scientific impact.

Featured Highlights
🏆 World Top 2% Scientist Recognition
Professor Dimitrios Lamprou has been recognised among the world's most influential researchers, reflecting sustained contributions to pharmaceutical sciences, drug delivery and advanced manufacturing.
Professor Dimitrios Lamprou was awarded an Honorary Doctorate (Doctor Honoris Causa) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to science, innovation and education.
🍫 3D-Printed Cacao Health Supplement
Researchers developed a novel 3D-printed cacao-based supplement designed to support immune health and personalised nutrition.

Research & Innovation
Innovative 3D-Printed Patch Could Improve Skin Cancer Treatment
Development of an innovative dissolvable 3D-printed microneedle patch designed to improve the treatment of localised skin cancer.
3D-Printed Bandage for Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Development of an advanced drug-delivering bandage designed to improve treatment outcomes for diabetic foot ulcer patients.
4D-Printed Breast Implants for Cancer Reconstruction
Innovative 4D-printing technologies enabling next-generation personalised implant design for cancer patients.
3D Bioprinted Wound-Healing Patches
Novel wound-healing patches combining biofabrication and drug delivery technologies to improve patient care.

Outreach & Engagement
Talking Science with Professor Dimitrios Lamprou
A discussion covering innovation, pharmaceutical technologies, research impact and future healthcare solutions.
Microfluidics for Drug & Vaccine Delivery
Exploring the role of microfluidics in next-generation pharmaceutical development.
Emerging Technologies in Protein & Peptide Delivery
Insights into future drug delivery technologies and therapeutic innovation.
Research at a Glance
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180+ peer-reviewed publications
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500+ conference abstracts
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£6M+ research funding secured
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230+ invited lectures and keynote presentations
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Featured by BBC, New Scientist, Smithsonian and ITV
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Ranked among the World's Top 2% Scientists
Lamprou Lab continues to advance pharmaceutical science through innovative research, international partnerships, technology translation and impactful contributions to patient-centred healthcare.
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