Drug Delivery and Microbiology is a specialised research area within the Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences postgraduate research programmes (PhD), focusing on the development of advanced therapeutic delivery systems and the study of microbial processes relevant to healthcare and pharmaceutical science. The research aims to improve the effectiveness of treatments by understanding biological barriers and designing innovative delivery methods for drugs.

The programme also investigates microbial behaviour, including survival strategies, contamination of pharmaceutical products, and the control of infections in healthcare environments. This dual focus enables students to explore both the design of drug delivery systems and the microbiological challenges associated with their use and production.

Students benefit from access to advanced research facilities, including imaging and cytometry technologies, specialised containment laboratories for microbial studies, and comprehensive cell and molecular biology resources. Additional facilities support polymer synthesis, analytical techniques, and clinical trial formulation, providing a well-equipped environment for interdisciplinary research and practical application in pharmaceutical and biomedical fields.