Research publications

Research behind my clinical perspective

My published work spans drug delivery and diagnostic imaging. These three papers connect my biotechnology background with an interest in rigorous methods and interpretable evidence.

1. 2024 / First author

   A novel approach to insulin delivery via oral route: Milk fat globule membrane derived liposomes as a delivery vehicle

   Shafiq, S., Abduh, M. S., Iqbal, F., Kousar, K., Anjum, S., & Ahmad, T.

   Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences, 31, 103945 (2024)

   Preclinical research investigating camel milk membrane-derived liposomes as carriers for oral insulin, with formulation characterisation, cell-based testing and evaluation in diabetic rats.

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2. 2024 / Co-author

   In silico ADMET profiling of Docetaxel and development of camel milk derived liposomes nanocarriers for sustained release of Docetaxel in triple negative breast cancer

   Kousar, K., Shafiq, S., Sherazi, S. T., Iqbal, F., Shareef, U., Kakar, S., & Ahmad, T.

   Scientific Reports, 14, 912 (2024)

   A study combining computational drug profiling with liposomal formulation, release testing and cell-based evaluation of docetaxel delivery.

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3. 2024 / Co-author

   Contrast efficacy of novel phase convertible nanodroplets for safe CEUS imaging

   Riaz, R., Shafiq, S., Fatima, M., Siddique, M. A., Shah, S., & Abbas, S. R.

   Scientific Reports, 14, 16126 (2024)

   Preclinical evaluation of phase-convertible nanodroplets for contrast-enhanced ultrasound, combining imaging experiments with biochemical and histopathological assessments.

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