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Scientific Publications & Evidence

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1,438+
Total Citations
20+
Peer-Reviewed Papers
15+ Yrs
Nanotech R&D
ISI / Scopus
Indexed Journals

1. Transfersomes & Transdermal Platforms (Tranwise™ Core)

Fundamental research and clinical trials on deformable lipid vesicles (Transfersomes) capable of delivering high-purity bioactive agents across the stratum corneum barrier.

Highly Cited Review • 613+ Citations Pharmaceutics (MDPI) • 2020

Transfersomes: A promising nanoencapsulation technique for transdermal drug delivery

Authors: R. Chutoprapat, P. Malaket, S. Wongres, T. Sutanthavibul

Comprehensive treatise analyzing the mechanics of edge activators in deformable lipid bilayers, elastic vesicle permeation through hydrophilic pore pathways, and formulation parameters required for industrial-scale manufacturing.

Clinical Study & Scar Management Int. Journal of Pharmaceutics • 2022

Asiatic acid-entrapped transfersomes for the treatment of hypertrophic scars: In vitro appraisal, bioactivity evaluation, and clinical study

Authors: R. Chutoprapat, P. Malaket, S. Wongres, T. Sutanthavibul

Direct clinical and laboratory foundation for PANAPAN Tranwise™ Scar Gel. Demonstrates significant reduction in hypertrophic scar firmness, collagen bundle restructuring, and non-irritating dermal safety in human volunteers.

Permeation & Formulation • 79+ Citations J. Drug Delivery Science & Tech

Preparation, characterization and permeation study of topical gel loaded with transfersomes containing asiatic acid

Authors: R. Chutoprapat, et al.

In-depth characterization of zeta potential, vesicle elasticity, entrapment efficiency, and ex vivo skin penetration kinetics of topical gel formulations.

2. Solid Lipid Particles & Barrier Reinforcement (ShieldX™ Core)

Innovations in solid lipid microparticles (SLMs), nanostructured lipid carriers (NLCs), and breathable occlusive films for epidermal barrier reinforcement.

Topical Lipid Nanocarriers • 78+ Citations Molecules / Pharmaceutics

A Mini-Review on Solid Lipid Nanoparticles and Nanostructured Lipid Carriers: Topical Delivery of Phytochemicals

Authors: R. Chutoprapat, et al.

Investigation into the film-forming properties, sustained-release mechanics, and lipid crystal matrices that serve as the scientific core for ShieldX™ Microspheres.

Microparticles & Bioactivity J. Microencapsulation / Pharmaceutics

Development of solid lipid microparticles (SLMs) containing asiatic acid: Characterization, stability, and in vivo assessment

Authors: R. Chutoprapat, et al.

Engineering controlled-release solid lipid microspheres that maintain chemical stability under environmental stress while providing deep epidermal protection.

3. Niosomes, Botanical Bioactives & Dermatological Efficacy

Peer-reviewed studies on non-ionic surfactant vesicles (Niosomes) and standardized bioactive extracts for anti-aging, hydration, hair cycle stimulation, and pigmentation regulation.

148+ Citations Int. J. Cosmetic Science

Anti-aging efficacy of topical formulations containing niosomes entrapped with rice bran bioactive compounds

Authors: R. Chutoprapat, et al.

Validating anti-wrinkle and barrier improvement in clinical human trials with supercritical fluid niosomes.

123+ Citations J. Supercritical Fluids

Characteristics of niosomes prepared by supercritical carbon dioxide (scCO2) fluid

Authors: R. Chutoprapat, et al.

Green and solvent-free processing methods for high-efficiency pharmaceutical vesicle preparation.

48+ Citations Plants / Phytochemistry

Guava (Psidium guajava L.) Leaf Extract as Bioactive Substances for Anti-Androgen and Antioxidant Activities

Authors: R. Chutoprapat, et al.

Evaluating 5α-reductase inhibition and radical scavenging for anti-acne and hair-loss therapies.

38+ Citations Cosmetics (MDPI)

Antioxidant activities and skin hydration effects of rice bran bioactive compounds entrapped in niosomes

Authors: R. Chutoprapat, et al.

Correlating transepidermal water loss (TEWL) reduction with niosomal active entrapment.

28+ Citations AAPS PharmSciTech

Transdermal absorption enhancement of rice bran bioactive compounds entrapped in niosomes

Authors: R. Chutoprapat, et al.

Quantitative Franz diffusion cell assessment of bioactive permeation flux through human skin equivalents.

20+ Citations Cosmetics / Dermatology

Effects of Oryza sativa L. Bran Extract on Gene Expression Related to Hair Cycle in Human Hair Follicle Dermal Papilla Cells

Authors: R. Chutoprapat, et al.

Gene expression regulation (Wnt/β-catenin pathway) for cellular dermal papilla vitality.

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