Maureen D. Donovan

Maureen D. Donovan is a Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Experimental Therapeutics at the University of Iowa's College of Pharmacy. Her primary office is located in the Iowa Bioscience Innovation Facility (IBIF) at 115 S. Grand Ave, Iowa City.

Her research focuses on advanced drug delivery systems, particularly in nasal and gastrointestinal drug delivery, nanoparticle design for targeted therapies, and abuse-deterrent formulations. Her work integrates biopharmaceutics principles with nanotechnology to improve drug absorption efficiency and safety.

Recent publications (2020-2024) emphasize nasal mucosal uptake mechanisms, membrane transporter interactions, and formulation optimization for pH-sensitive drugs. Her studies often combine in vitro models with advanced analytical techniques like electron spin resonance.

Donovan maintains active collaborations across disciplines, evidenced by multi-author publications involving toxicology, material science, and clinical pharmacy.