About
Dr. Panner Selvam R is an Associate Professor in Pharmaceutics with over a decade of experience in pharmaceutical education, research, and academic administration. He completed his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics from JSS College of Pharmacy, Mysore, and has consistently contributed to advancing novel drug delivery systems and pharmaceutical formulation research.
His research primarily focuses on self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery systems (SNEDDS), nanotechnology-based drug delivery, lipid nanoparticles, niosomes, nanocrystals, formulation optimization using Quality by Design (QbD), and solubility enhancement of poorly water-soluble drugs. His work bridges fundamental pharmaceutical sciences with translational research aimed at improving therapeutic outcomes.
Dr. Selvam has published numerous research papers in reputed national and international journals and has successfully guided postgraduate dissertations. He is an approved Ph.D. and Postgraduate (PG) research guide, actively mentoring research scholars in the fields of pharmaceutics and novel drug delivery systems. He has successfully undertaken funded research projects and has actively contributed to the scientific community through presentations at national and international conferences, invited lectures, and various academic and research activities.
He strongly believes in fostering an environment of scientific curiosity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based research that prepares students to address future healthcare challenges through innovation and ethical professional practice
Quality by Design in Solid Lipid Nanoparticles for Alzheimer's Therapy (2025)
This study applies the Quality by Design (QbD) framework to optimize solid lipid nanoparticles for enhanced delivery of therapeutic agents across the blood-brain barrier in Alzheimer's disease. The research systematically evaluates critical formulation and process parameters to improve nanoparticle characteristics, drug release, and targeting efficiency. The work demonstrates the potential of QbD-guided nanocarrier development in creating robust and reproducible formulations for neurodegenerative disorders while supporting the advancement of precision pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Solid Lipid Nanoparticles: A Promising Treatment Approach for Colon Cancer (2025)
This publication reviews the role of solid lipid nanoparticles as innovative drug delivery systems for colon cancer therapy. It discusses formulation strategies that improve drug stability, controlled release, and site-specific delivery while minimizing systemic toxicity. The review highlights current advances, challenges, and future opportunities for translating lipid-based nanocarriers into effective clinical treatments for colorectal cancer, emphasizing their potential to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
Proniosomes: A Review on Provesicular Drug Delivery Systems (2025)
This review provides a comprehensive overview of proniosomes as stable, vesicular drug delivery systems capable of improving drug bioavailability and controlled release. It summarizes formulation techniques, characterization methods, mechanisms of drug release, and pharmaceutical applications. The article also discusses the advantages of proniosomes over conventional vesicular systems and their growing significance in developing effective oral, topical, and transdermal dosage forms.
Recent Developments in Self-Emulsifying Drug Delivery Systems (2022)
This review summarizes recent advances in Self-Emulsifying Drug Delivery Systems (SEDDS), focusing on formulation design, excipient selection, optimization techniques, and pharmaceutical applications. It discusses strategies to improve the solubility and oral bioavailability of poorly water-soluble drugs while highlighting the role of lipid-based formulations in enhancing therapeutic performance. The publication serves as a valuable reference for researchers working in oral drug delivery and formulation development.
Porous Polystyrene Sphere-Loaded Self-Nanoemulsifying Systems of Rosuvastatin Calcium (2015)
This research presents the development of a solid self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery system (SNEDDS) for rosuvastatin calcium using porous polystyrene spheres as carriers. The formulation significantly improved drug loading, dissolution, and stability, demonstrating the potential of porous carrier technology for enhancing the oral delivery of poorly soluble drugs. The study contributes to the advancement of solid lipid-based delivery platforms and pharmaceutical formulation science.
Preparation and Evaluation of Self-Nanoemulsifying Formulation of Efavirenz (2013)
This study focused on the formulation and evaluation of a self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery system for efavirenz, a poorly water-soluble antiretroviral drug. The optimized formulation enhanced drug solubility, dissolution, and oral bioavailability through systematic formulation design and characterization. The work demonstrated the effectiveness of lipid-based nanoemulsifying systems in overcoming solubility challenges and laid the foundation for subsequent research in SNEDDS and advanced oral drug delivery systems.
Formulation Strategies for Taste Masking of Chewable Softgels (2023)
This work discusses innovative formulation techniques to improve patient acceptability of chewable soft gelatin capsules through effective taste masking. Various excipients and formulation approaches are evaluated to enhance palatability while maintaining drug stability and therapeutic performance.
Design and Evaluation of Itraconazole Niosomes (2022)
This research developed niosomal formulations of itraconazole to enhance drug solubility, controlled release, and antifungal efficacy. The study demonstrates the effectiveness of vesicular drug delivery systems in improving therapeutic outcomes.
Distinctive Approaches for Improving the Aqueous Solubility of BCS Class II Drugs (2021)
The article reviews advanced formulation approaches for enhancing the solubility of BCS Class II drugs, including solid dispersions, nanocrystals, lipid carriers, and self-emulsifying systems, enabling improved dissolution and therapeutic effectiveness.
Design and Evaluation of Promethazine Hydrochloride Rapimelts (2019)
This study developed rapidly disintegrating oral dosage forms of promethazine hydrochloride with improved patient compliance, rapid onset of action, and optimized pharmaceutical characteristics through systematic formulation development.
Solid Self-Nanoemulsifying Tablets: Statistical Optimization Using Factorial Design (2017)
This research utilized factorial experimental design to optimize solid self-nanoemulsifying tablets. Statistical optimization improved formulation robustness, dissolution performance, and reproducibility while demonstrating the value of Design of Experiments (DoE) in pharmaceutical development.
Self-Nanoemulsifying Drug Delivery System for Atorvastatin Calcium (2015)
This study focused on designing and optimizing a self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery system for atorvastatin calcium to improve solubility, dissolution, and oral absorption. The optimized formulation demonstrated superior pharmaceutical performance compared with conventional dosage forms.
Over 15 years of research experience in Pharmaceutics and advanced drug delivery systems.
Expertise in lipid-based drug delivery systems, including SNEDDS, SMEDDS, solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs), and niosomes.
Research focused on improving the solubility, bioavailability, and therapeutic efficacy of poorly water-soluble drugs.
Extensive experience in pharmaceutical nanotechnology, formulation development, and dosage form optimization.
Proficient in Quality by Design (QbD), Design of Experiments (DoE), and statistical optimization using factorial and response surface designs.
Research interests include nanocrystals, transdermal drug delivery, ocular drug delivery, controlled and targeted drug delivery systems, and lipid-based formulations.
Published 30+ peer-reviewed research and review articles in national and international journals.
Principal investigator/co-investigator in externally funded research projects focusing on targeted drug delivery and nanomedicine.
Guided numerous M.Pharm. dissertations and Ph.D. scholars in formulation and drug delivery research.
Actively involved in interdisciplinary research, innovation, academic collaborations, and mentoring the next generation of pharmaceutical scientists.
Research Interests
Novel Drug Delivery Systems
Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology
Self-Nanoemulsifying Drug Delivery Systems (SNEDDS)
Lipid-Based Drug Delivery
Nanocrystals
Niosomes & Vesicular Drug Delivery
Quality by Design (QbD)
Design of Experiments (DoE)
Ph.D. & PG Research Guide
Approved Ph.D. supervisor and postgraduate research guide, mentoring doctoral and M.Pharm. scholars in pharmaceutical sciences with a focus on innovative drug delivery and formulation research.
Institution Innovation Council (IIC) Coordinator
Led Institution Innovation Council initiatives by promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, intellectual property awareness, startup culture, and interdisciplinary research among students and faculty.
NAAC Coordinator
Coordinated NAAC accreditation activities by strengthening quality assurance practices, documentation, academic processes, and continuous institutional improvement initiatives.
GATE Qualified (2007)
Qualified the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) in Pharmacy, demonstrating strong academic competence and foundational knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences.
JSS University Research Fellowship
Awarded the JSS University Research Fellowship in recognition of academic merit and research potential during doctoral studies in Pharmaceutics.
Scientific Coordinator
Successfully organized and coordinated ICMR- and RGUHS-funded national conferences, facilitating scientific discussions, research dissemination, and academic collaboration among researchers and professionals.
Associate Professor
School of Pharmacy
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Mysuru