M2 Internship : Development of the next generation of non-invasive therapies for endometriosis
Key words: polymers, hydrogels, drug delivery, women’s health, endometriosis, ultrasounds
CONTEXT
Endometriosis affects approximately one in ten women of reproductive age, yet treatment options remain very limited and are often associated with significant side-effects or invasive surgery. Novel biomaterials and drug delivery technologies have the potential to transform the management of this chronic disease.
PROJECT
At the interface of formulation science, polymer chemistry and drug delivery, this research project aims to develop a novel acoustically triggered drug delivery system based on implantable hybrid hydrogels for personalized, on-demand and efficient treatment of endometriosis.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
→ Synthesize and characterize polymers able to form hydrogels under relevant conditions
→ Formulate a library of hybrid hydrogels and characterize them (physicochemical & rheological behaviors)
→ Evaluate their biocompatibility on several cell lines
CANDIDATE PROFILE
We are looking for a highly motivated Master (M2) student or final-year engineering student who is eager to work on an interdisciplinary research project. Ideal candidates should have a background in formulation, polymers, gels and/or physicochemical characterization. We are seeking for a curious, rigorous candidate with a strong interest in developing innovative
solutions for biomedical applications.
Application fields: chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, materials science, chemical & biomedical engineering
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Duration: 5 to 6 months
Start Date: (January)/ February 2027
Host Institution: Institut des Biomolécules Max Mousseron (IBMM)
Team: Polymers for Health and BioMaterials (PHPM) https://ibmm.umontpellier.fr/en/polymers-for-health-and-biomaterials/
Location: IBMM, Pôle Chimie Balard, 1919 Route de Mende, Montpellier, France
Supervisor: Dr Léa Guerassimoff, CNRS
INTERESTED?
Join our multidisciplinary and dynamic team if you want to contribute to impactful and innovative research in drug delivery for women’s health!
📩 Interested candidates must send a CV, an official transcript (2 previous years) and a motivation letter to , and .