Airu Lu

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Airu Lu is a leading innovator in advanced drug delivery systems, with a primary focus on microneedle technology for overcoming biological barriers. Her groundbreaking work centers on enabling the non-invasive delivery of biomacromolecules—including proteins, peptides, and nucleic acids—for the treatment of major diseases such as tumors, infections, cardiovascular disorders, metabolic conditions, and autoimmune diseases. Her most-cited paper, "Microneedle Technology for Overcoming Biological Barriers: Advancing Biomacromolecular Delivery and Therapeutic Applications in Major Diseases" (2025), has already garnered 5 citations, reflecting its immediate impact on the field. Lu’s contributions address a critical bottleneck in biomacromolecular therapy: the reliance on professional administration, which limits patient access and compliance. By engineering microneedle platforms that painlessly penetrate the skin’s stratum corneum, she has paved the way for self-administered, pain-free treatments that could transform chronic disease management. Her work bridges materials science, pharmacology, and clinical translation, offering scalable solutions for global health challenges. With a rapidly growing citation record and a focus on real-world therapeutic applications, Airu Lu is establishing herself as a pivotal figure in the next generation of drug delivery technologies.