A solution to poor solubility; Chiasma secures $5.1M;

> Poor solubility is a problem for pharmaceuticals, in general. This paper looks at the promise of solid lipid nanoparticles and nanosuspensions to improve bioavailability of poor water-soluble drugs. More here

> Massachusetts-based protein drug delivery company Chiasma secured $5.1 million in equity and rights-based funding. More

> World Drug Delivery Congress 2011 will be held in Singapore on Sept. 5 to 7. Release

> Drug delivery abstract of the week: A novel nested liposome drug delivery vehicle capable of ultrasound triggered release of its payload. Abstract

> Drug delivery patent of the week: Self-assembling nanoparticle drug delivery system. Patent