Department
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering
Major
Chemical Engineering
Research Advisor
Henthorn, David
Advisor's Department
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering
Funding Source
Chemical & Biological Engineering
Abstract
Poly (lactic acid-co-glycolic acid) (PLAGA) is a commonly used polymer carrier in the controlled delivery of therapeutic agents because it degrades into naturally occurring compounds which the body easily metabolizes over a period of time. The goal of the research is to develop microparticles loaded with a drug of choice, in this case BEstradiol, establish predictable time degradation of the drug in the body, and to be able to develop a process method that results in consistent production.
Biography
Michael Probasco, also known as Everett (his middle name), was born in Montgomery, Alabama to Michael and Denise Probasco. Everett's father was in the military and has traveled to more than 20 different countries. After his father's retirement, he went to high school at Francis Howell North in St. Charles, Missouri where he was in the marching band for four years and was the drum major for one. Everett has attending Missouri S& T since the fall of 2004 and is very active in school organizations, · these include, KMNR college radio, Air Force ROTC, Kappa Sigma Fraternity, Military Aerospace Society, and Blue Sabers Doll Team & Color Guard, all of which he currently holds or has held a position in. Upon graduation in December of 2008, he will commission into the Air Force and begin pilot training.
Research Category
Engineering
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Document Type
Poster
Location
Havener Center, Upper Atrium/Hallway
Presentation Date
9 April 2008, 9:00 am - 11:45 am
The Synthesis of Biodegradable Microparticles for Pharmaceutical Use
Havener Center, Upper Atrium/Hallway
Poly (lactic acid-co-glycolic acid) (PLAGA) is a commonly used polymer carrier in the controlled delivery of therapeutic agents because it degrades into naturally occurring compounds which the body easily metabolizes over a period of time. The goal of the research is to develop microparticles loaded with a drug of choice, in this case BEstradiol, establish predictable time degradation of the drug in the body, and to be able to develop a process method that results in consistent production.
