Daniela Duc

Daniela Duc is a Lecturer at the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Cardiff University. Her research focuses on sustainable responsive biomaterials for neurological disorders, integrating ethical frameworks to address neurotechnology challenges. She teaches modules on neuropharmacology and pharmaceutical care optimization.

• Research: Neural tissue engineering, electro/photoactive interfaces, neuroethics, and WHO-aligned neurotechnology solutions.
• Teaching: Deputy Module Lead for PH3113 (Neuroscience), contributor to PH1124 and PH3110; personal tutor and research project supervisor.
• Engagement: Member of the School’s Ethics Committee and participant in the Ignite Research Culture Leadership Programme.

Her work spans biomaterials, nanotechnology, and ethical approaches to neurotechnology, aiming to advance therapeutics and drug delivery systems. Publications highlight innovations in neural scaffolding, optical modulation, and neuroethical considerations for emerging technologies.