The College of Pharmacy at Al-Nahrain University has achieved a new scientific milestone added to its academic record. Assistant Professor Dr. Yasser Qasim Mohammed, Head of the Pharmaceutics Department, has published a distinguished research paper in the Iraqi Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, which is indexed in the Scopus database and ranked in the third quartile (Q3) for the year 2026.

📚 Research Title:
“Preparation and Study of Antibacterial Properties, Biocompatibility, and Osteogenic Effects of a Gelatin-Based Nanofibrous Scaffold Loaded with Antibiotics (Meropenem and Vancomycin) and Silica Nanoparticles”

🔬 Research Objective:
The study aimed to develop an advanced system in the field of tissue engineering for the treatment of bone infections (osteomyelitis), by designing a nanofibrous scaffold capable of enhancing therapeutic efficacy and achieving an effective biological response.

📊 Key Highlights of the Study:
✔️ Fabrication of nanofibers using electrospinning technique
✔️ Incorporation of antibiotics with nanoparticles to enhance therapeutic efficiency
✔️ Achieving sustained drug release for up to 21 days
✔️ Demonstrating high antibacterial activity with excellent biocompatibility
✔️ Promoting cell growth and stimulating bone formation

🌟 Results:
The findings demonstrated the potential use of this system as a promising therapeutic option for chronic infections, particularly those resistant to antibiotics, representing an advanced step in pharmaceutical applications and tissue engineering.

🎉 The College of Pharmacy at Al-Nahrain University extends its sincere congratulations on this scientific achievement, wishing continued success in advancing academic and research endeavors.

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