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The article, titled <strong>\u201cDevelopment of <em>Phyllanthus emblica<\/em> Extract-Loaded Niosomes for Cancer Treatment: Formulation and In Vitro Evaluation,\u201d<\/strong> was published on 6 April 2026 (Volume 19, Issue 4).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The study addresses one of the most pressing challenges in cancer pharmacotherapy: delivering plant-derived anticancer compounds effectively to tumour cells. The research team focused on <em>Phyllanthus emblica<\/em> \u2014 commonly known as amla or Indian gooseberry \u2014 a medicinal plant with well-documented anticancer, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory properties. Despite its promising therapeutic potential, amla extract suffers from poor stability and low bioavailability, limiting its clinical utility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To overcome these barriers, the team developed an innovative niosomal drug delivery system \u2014 microscopic vesicles made from non-ionic surfactants \u2014 capable of encapsulating the amla extract and releasing it in a controlled, sustained manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This achievement reflects the strength of collaborative research at DMU, bringing together experienced faculty with pharmacy students:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Faculty Members:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prof. Bazigha K. 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