Abstract
This UCF technology is a multifunctional medical and cosmetic device that integrates a flexible light source with a microneedle array to enable simultaneous light-based therapy and transdermal delivery of therapeutic agents. The system leverages flexible light emitting technologies to deliver controlled phototherapy while microneedles provide localized, minimally invasive delivery of drugs, biologics, or cosmetic formulations. The combined platform enhances treatment efficacy through synergistic interactions between light and transdermal delivery, reduces the need for multiple devices or treatment sessions, and enables personalized, conformable therapies across a wide range of medical, dermatological, and cosmetic applications.
Technical Details: The device integrates a flexible light emitting platform (based on QLEDs, OLEDs, or LED systems with light guides) onto a wearable, conformable substrate capable of adapting to irregular skin surfaces. The light source is engineered to deliver specific wavelengths and intensities tailored to therapeutic needs, enabling targeted phototherapy for applications such as wound healing, inflammation reduction, and cosmetic skin treatments. The system is designed for wearable or patch-based use, allowing continuous or localized therapy across different body regions.
A microneedle array is directly integrated onto the light emitting surface, enabling controlled penetration into the epidermis or dermis to deliver active therapeutic agents. These microneedles may be fabricated from biocompatible or dissolvable materials and are capable of delivering both hydrophilic and hydrophobic compounds, including drugs, biologics, and cosmetic formulations. The integration creates a synergistic effect in which light enhances skin permeability and drug uptake, while microneedles facilitate deeper light penetration by disrupting the skin barrier, resulting in improved therapeutic outcomes compared to standalone modalities.
The platform incorporates a modular architecture with optional sensing and control capabilities, allowing customization of light emission, delivery profiles, and treatment protocols for different applications. Embedded sensing and feedback mechanisms can monitor treatment response and enable real time adjustment for improved precision and safety. The device is designed for versatility across clinical, cosmetic, and at home use cases and can be adapted as a wearable or handheld system.
Benefit
Integrated dual therapy platform reduces need for multiple devices and treatment session.Enhanced efficacy through synergy between phototherapy and transdermal delivery.Minimally invasive and patient friendly, improving comfort and compliance.Flexible, wearable design for improved coverage of complex anatomical areas.Reduced overall treatment cost and complexity compared to standalone modalities.Market Application
Medical therapies (pain management, wound healing, inflammatory skin conditions).Cosmetic and aesthetic devices (anti-aging, acne treatment, skin rejuvenation).Dermatological treatments (pigmentation correction, scar reduction, chronic skin disorders).Wearable at home health and wellness devices.Emerging applications (vaccine delivery, personalized therapeutics, smart skincare systems).
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