Mei Wan Chen

Prof. Meiwan Chen’s research focuses on biomaterial and nanomedicine, especially on development of novel drug delivery systems for active ingredients of Chinese medicine. The research ranges from design and synthesis of novel lipidic and polymeric carriers to mechanistic understanding of delivery barriers and to in vivo studies of relevant tumor models and rheumatoid arthritis. The emphasis is on improving the efficacy of chemotherapeutics that have poor water-solubility, fast metabolism, non-selectivity, and drug resistance. Leveraging on the expertise and resources of the SKL of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine at the University of Macau, the lab also develops nanomedicines combining Chinese and Western medicinal compounds for synergistic effects.