Potential for development of a novel system for transdermal delivery of vitamin D

The research provided an important opportunity to advance the understanding of microencapsulation for the transdermal delivery of vitamin D through clothing. Vitamin D deficiency can lead to chronic conditions in both adults and children. Many of the textile-based delivery systems use the controlled release technology known as microencapsulation. Microencapsulation involves the production of microcapsules, which act as tiny containers of solids or liquids. A number of encapsulated applications in textiles include antibacterial and deodorising properties to reduce the risk of infections, phase change materials to control the body temperature and the controlled release of active substances particularly in the medical field. The research comprised of a thorough review of scientific literature to analyse effective approaches of textile-based delivery systems with the intention of developing a novel transdermal system suitable for the delivery of vitamin D.

Outputs

Due to lack of funding and ethical issues, the project did not go further than a critical literature review

Funding

The Synergy Fund, provided by the Department of Apparel