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Pharmaceutical Technology Course (Theoretical Activity) – Level 3
“Adopting Nanotechnology in Particle Size Reduction and Drug Analysis”

In alignment with Mansoura National University’s strategy to integrate advanced technologies

into pharmaceutical education, students of the Pharmaceutics Department, Faculty of
Pharmacy, engaged in a theoretical research-based project focusing on nanotechnology in drug
formulation. The activity emphasized the transformation of crude drug particles from micron to
nano-size, offering students direct exposure to modern pharmaceutical techniques that enhance
drug solubility, stability, and therapeutic effectiveness.

Expanded Educational Impact
• Pharmaceutical Knowledge Development: Students explored cutting-edge
nanotechnology applications, equipping them to cope with new pharmaceutical
innovations and global industry standards.

• Practical Application of Theory: By preparing nanosuspensions, analyzing particle sizes
with the Malvern apparatus, and comparing with crude suspensions, students linked
theoretical learning with real-world pharmaceutical practice.

• Problem-Solving and Innovation: Groups addressed solubility, compatibility, and
stability issues, experimenting with stabilizers and modified formulations to improve
usability and patient compliance.

• Collaboration and Leadership: The project promoted teamwork by dividing research, lab
tasks, and review writing, enhancing leadership and coordination skills.

Project Components

1. Nanosuspension Preparation: Students prepared drug nanosuspensions using assigned
techniques and stabilizers.

2. Particle Size Measurement: Nano-sized particles were evaluated using the Malvern
particle size analyzer.

3. Comparative Evaluation: Prepared nanosuspensions were compared to crude
suspensions for solubility and performance.

4. Review Article: Each group compiled a scholarly article including drug name, solubility
profile, adopted technique, and particle size report.

5. Video Presentation: Students documented and presented their preparation process for peer
learning.

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