Physical properties of powders

Physical properties of powders (2 credits)
Prof. Barbara Vigani
Contents: The characterization of particle size distribution of a multiparticulate system is of interest to many branches of learning: chemistry, pharmaceutical technology, chemical engineering. As for the pharmaceutical field, such a characterization it is important in three different moments: pre-formulation studies, manufacturing processes, biopharmaceutical properties of dosage forms. The course deals with fundamental (size, shape, surface area) and derived (packing, flow) properties of powders and the relevant analytical techniques. Theoretical lessons are implemented by many case studies. Learning check: written examination.