Liposomes: Bridging the gap from lab to pharmaceuticals
Remo Eugster, Paola Luciani
Abstract
Liposomes are versatile and effective drug delivery systems, as highlighted by various medical applications. Their well-defined bilayer structure is suited for the encapsulation of drugs with diverse chemical properties and for a variety of release strategies. Understanding liposome self-assembly and structure is crucial for enhancing drug development and delivery efficiency. Herein, we review the self-assembly process of liposomes and transfer this knowledge to means of production. The challenges and opportunities of scaling liposomal production are discussed. Key techniques, to characterize the particles, their interface and composition, essential for market approval, are outlined. Views on novel computational methods to deepen the lipid behavior at interfaces and accelerate liposome development are given, including opinions on using artificial intelligence to support liposome production.