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Polymersome-based Novel Spermicide/Therapeutic Delivery

Gautam Pangu of Vindico NanoBioTechnology Inc. in the U.S. seeks to develop a vaginal gel that uses nano-sacs called polymersomes, which can control the delivery of spermicides as a contraceptive and other sexually transmitted agents. Peter Ghoroghchian will direct project development and will guide the transition to eventual clinical testing.

More information about Create New Technologies for Contraception (Round 4)

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