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ArrayPatch microneedle project wins "Innovation of the Year" at the 2022 Ireland Pharma Awards
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At the 2022 Pharma Industry Awards on 10 November held at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre, the ArrayPatch - University College Cork won "Innovation of the Year". ArrayPatch is a microneedle project led by Dr Waleed Faisal and his team.
It's fantastic to see one of the School of Pharmacy's research teams receive such a prestigious award that transforms commercially relevant research into investable, high-potential start-ups. This is one of many strong examples of innovative research and exciting developments in disruptive technologies that result in a positive global impact.