Divya Suares

@nmims.edu

Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutics
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai, Mumbai, India

Divya Suares


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  • Uncovering the Emerging Prospects of Lipid-based Nanoparticulate Vehicles in Lung Cancer Management: A Recent Perspective
    Dhruv Sanjay Gupta, Divya Suares
    Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, 2025
    Lung cancer, a leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally, is gaining research interest more than ever before. Owing to the burden of pathogenesis on the quality of life of patients and subsequently the healthcare system, research efforts focus on its management and amelioration. In an effort to improve bioavailability, enhance stability, minimize adverse effects and reduce the incidence of resistance, nanotechnological platforms have been harnessed for drug delivery and improving treatment outcomes. Lipid nanoparticles, in particular, offer an interesting clinical opportunity with respect to the delivery of a variety of agents. These include synthetic chemotherapeutic agents, immunotherapeutic molecules, as well as phytoconstituents with promising anticancer benefits. In addition to this, these systems are being studied for their usage in conjunction with other treatment strategies. However, their applications remain limited owing to a number of challenges, chiefly clinical translation. There is a need to address the scalability of such technologies, in order to improve accessibility. The authors aim to offer a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of lipid nanoparticles and their application in lung cancer, the interplay of disease pathways and their mechanism of action and the potential for delivery of a variety of agents. Additionally, a discussion with respect to results from preclinical studies has also been provided. The authors have also provided a well-rounded insight into the limitations and future perspectives. While the possibilities are endless, there is a need to undertake focused research to expedite clinical translation and offer avenues for wider applications in disease management.
  • Exploration of the Growing Potentials of Nanosensor Usage: Future Perspectives and The Way Forward
    Dhruv Sanjay Gupta, Divya Suares, Nikhil Agarwal
    Nanosensors in Healthcare Design Applications and Regulatory Aspects, 2025
    Over the last few decades, there has been an increased focus on nanotechnological interventions to improve processes spanning across various industries. One such application that has steadily gained interest is that of nanosensors. Nanosensors have gained popularity owing to their ease of usage, reproducibility and sensitivity. They find applications in a variety of industries, and serve as an integral tool for monitoring quality and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This ranges from evaluation of the bioburden and quantification of factors accelerating food spoilage, diagnosis and imaging in clinical settings as well as assessment of environmental factors to improve agricultural yield. This chapter offers a recent update on the applications of different types of nanosensors, an overview of their salient features that support their usage, and key parameters that must be taken into consideration to facilitate scaling-up and translation from laboratory-to-clinical settings, to enhance beneficial outcomes. Additionally, the authors address key challenges that impede nanosensor usage, such as environmental and physiological toxicity, lack of robust regulations and standardization, as well as the need to cultivate a thorough understanding of traditional processes and their limitations, before necessitating the focused application of nanosensors. Moving forward, there is a need to understand the potentials for harnessing artificial intelligence with respect to the designing and usage of nanosensors, and some important clinical applications, owing to a recent spike in the occurrence of viral infections. Such current developments in the domain and future perspectives have been briefly touched upon, to provide readers a holistic overview of the domain.
  • The Evolving Landscape of Magnetic Nanosensor Usage: Recent Developments and Promising Opportunities
    Galvina Pereira, Dhruv Sanjay Gupta, Divya Suares
    Nanosensors in Healthcare Design Applications and Regulatory Aspects, 2025
    Magnetic nanosensors have emerged as powerful tools in the healthcare sector, showcasing significant advancements that hold great promise in diverse applications including diagnostics, therapeutics and theranostics. Magnetic nanosensors leverage the unique properties of nanomaterials to detect and respond to specific biomolecules with high sensitivity. Magnetic nanosensors enable the detection of biomarkers associated with various diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular disorders, and infectious diseases, at ultra-low concentrations. This facilitates early-stage disease diagnosis, allowing for prompt intervention and improved patient outcomes. The integration of magnetic nanosensors with advanced imaging modalities such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has enhanced imaging resolution and provided clinicians with valuable insights into disease progression and treatment efficacy by enabling real-time monitoring of physiological processes at the molecular level. Furthermore, magnetic nanosensors play a pivotal role in targeted drug delivery systems. Their magnetic properties allow for precise navigation within the body under the influence of external magnetic fields. This targeted approach minimizes off-target effects, enhances drug efficacy, and reduces side-effects, thereby revolutionizing drug delivery strategies in the healthcare domain. In the realm of point-of-care diagnostics, the miniaturization of magnetic nanosensors has led to the development of portable and cost-effective devices, thus offering rapid and on-site detection of biomarkers, facilitating timely decision-making by healthcare professionals. In addition to their diagnostic applications, magnetic nanosensors have shown promise in therapeutic interventions. By incorporating magnetic nanoparticles into tissues and applying an external magnetic field, precise and controlled heating can be achieved. This localized hyperthermia is being explored for cancer treatment, demonstrating potential non-invasive and targeted therapeutic strategy. Nonetheless, widespread adoption of magnetic nanosensors also pose challenges such as biocompatibility, long-term safety, and scalability, which must be addressed to ensure the seamless translation of these technologies from the laboratory to clinical settings. As research in this field continues to progress, addressing the associated challenges will be crucial in unlocking the full potential of magnetic nanosensors for improving patient outcomes and advancing personalized medicine.
  • Nanosensors in Healthcare: Design, Applications, and Regulatory Aspects
    Priyanka Prabhu, Clara Fernandes, Divya Suares
    Nanosensors in Healthcare Design Applications and Regulatory Aspects, 2025
  • Preface
    Nanosensors in Healthcare Design Applications and Regulatory Aspects, 2025
  • Unveiling the Dynamic Realm of Ultrasound Nanosensors: Exploring its Advancements and Promising Prospects
    Atul Sherje, Dhruv Sanjay Gupta, Divya Suares, Prajakta Malli, Illham Dhala
    Nanosensors in Healthcare Design Applications and Regulatory Aspects, 2025
    Recent research attempts have focused on the delicate interplay between complex physiological processes and the utilization of sensor-based technologies to aid detection, and subsequent therapy of several ailments. Amongst devices hinging on a variety of biophysical sensing principles, ultrasound nanosensors stand out owing to their ease of construction, versatility across a variety of pathological conditions, and overall cost-effectiveness. With applications ranging from site-specific, controlled delivery of agents for neoplasm management to benefits in early diagnosis through imaging, newer frontiers in this domain continue to emerge. These developments offer a ray of hope to clinicians and patients globally, chiefly for the management of metabolic disorders. Another noteworthy advancement has been the conjunction of conventional sensing principles with nanotechnological platforms, and this approach has been widely adopted to enhance drug delivery, improve precision, and minimize off-site effects. The authors of this chapter aim to offer an overview of ultrasound-mediated therapeutics and diagnostics, with a keen focus on the value-addition offered by combination with nanotechnological approaches. Stemming from this discussion is an overview of the evolution of materials used for the construction of such devices over time, key parameters influencing biomedical applications, as well as bench-to-bedside translation. Finally, a perspective has been offered on certain pitfalls and challenges that must be addressed, to widen the scope of benefits offered by such platforms in clinical settings. Certain trends expected to shape the nanosensors industry have also been touched upon by the authors, to provide a holistic viewpoint of the current scenario and prospective applications.
  • Development of Smart Hydrogel Using Polysaccharide-Based Graft Copolymer
    Graft Copolymers for Biomedical and Tissue Engineering Applications, 2025
  • In silico exploration of CB2 receptor agonist in the management of neuroinflammatory conditions by pharmacophore modeling
    Shlok Bodke, Nachiket Joshi, Rajasekhar Reddy Alavala, Divya Suares
    Computational Biology and Chemistry, 2024
  • The application of nanoparticles as advanced drug delivery systems in Attenuating COPD
    Victoria Jessamine, Samir Mehndiratta, Gabriele De Rubis, Keshav Raj Paudel, Saritha Shetty, Divya Suares, Dinesh Kumar Chellappan, Brian G. Oliver, Phillip M. Hansbro, Kamal Dua
    Heliyon, 2024
    Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a dilapidating condition which is characterized by inflammation, an excess in free radical generation and airway obstruction. Currently, the drugs commercially available for the management of COPD pose several limitations such as systemic adverse effects, including bone density loss and an increased risk of developing pneumonia. Moreover, another limitation includes the need for regular and frequent dosing regimens; which can affect the adherence to the therapy. Furthermore, these current treatments provide symptomatic relief; however, they cannot stop the progression of COPD. Comparatively, nanoparticles (NPs) provide great therapeutic potential to treat COPD due to their high specificity, biocompatibility, and higher bioavailability. Furthermore, the NP-based drug delivery systems involve less frequent dosing requirements and in smaller doses which assist in minimizing side effects. In this review, the benefits and limitations of conventional therapies are explored, while providing an in-depth insight on advanced applications of NP-based systems in the treatment of COPD.
  • Emerging therapeutics in the treatment of chronic respiratory disorders
    Dhruv Sanjay Gupta, Rahul Dinkar Shingte, Divya Suares
    Technological Advances and Innovations in the Treatment of Chronic Respiratory Disorders, 2024
  • Types of Polymeric Micelles for Controlled Drug Release
    Divya Mahajan, Divya Suares, R. Rachana, Saritha Shetty
    Polymeric Micelles Principles Perspectives and Practices, 2024
  • Technological Advances and Innovations in the Treatment of Chronic Respiratory Disorders
    Gabriele De Rubis, Ronan MacLoughlin, Hélder A. Santos, Saritha Shetty, Divya Suares, et al.
    Technological Advances and Innovations in the Treatment of Chronic Respiratory Disorders, 2024
  • Preface
    Gabriele De Rubis, Ronan MacLoughlin, Hélder A. Santos, Saritha Shetty, Divya Suares, Kamal Dua
    Technological Advances and Innovations in the Treatment of Chronic Respiratory Disorders, 2024
  • Natural product-based compounds for chronic respiratory disorders
    Dheeraj Bisht, Deepak Chandra Joshi, Manoj Bisht, Nirmal Joshi, Shavkatzon Azizov, H. Lalhlenmawia, Deepak Kumar, Kamal Dua, Saritha Rakesh Shetty, Divya Suares
    Technological Advances and Innovations in the Treatment of Chronic Respiratory Disorders, 2024
  • Starch-Based Drug Delivery Systems in Lung Disorders
    Srishti Shetty, Divya Suares, Saritha Shetty
    Natural Polymeric Materials Based Drug Delivery Systems in Lung Diseases, 2023
  • Uncharted Potentials of Synbiotics in Treatment of Cervical and Ovarian Cancer
    Nikhil Mehta, Divya Suares, Saritha Shetty
    Synbiotics for the Management of Cancer, 2023
  • Synthesis, Characterization and Binding Studies of Polymeric Nanoparticles using Gemcitabine Hydrochloride
    Velisha Mehta, Y.C. Mayur, Maushmi S. Kumar, Divya Suares
    Current Nanomedicine, 2023
  • Cancer cell fusion: a potential target to tackle drug-resistant and metastatic cancer cells
    Clara Fernandes, Priyanka Prabhu, Kapil Juvale, Divya Suares, Mayur YC
    Drug Discovery Today, 2019
  • Investigation of effect of anti-angiogenic green tea extract on the mechanical, physical and wound healing property of 2D wheat starch-sodium alginate biocomposite film
    Zubin Shah, Clara Fernandes, Divya Suares
    Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, 2019
  • Tumor Microenvironment Targeted Nanotherapy
    Clara Fernandes, Divya Suares, Mayur C Yergeri
    Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2018
  • Solubility and Solubilization Approaches in Pharmaceutical Product Development
    Pratap Chandra Acharya, Clara Fernandes, Divya Suares, Saritha Shetty, Rakesh K. Tekade
    Dosage Form Design Considerations Volume I, 2018
  • Rheology and Its Implications on Performance of Liquid Dosage Forms
    Pratap Chandra Acharya, Divya Suares, Saritha Shetty, Clara Fernandes, Rakesh K. Tekade
    Dosage Form Design Considerations Volume I, 2018
  • Preformulation in Drug Research and Pharmaceutical Product Development
    Pratap Chandra Acharya, Saritha Shetty, Clara Fernandes, Divya Suares, Rahul Maheshwari, Rakesh K. Tekade
    Dosage Form Design Considerations Volume I, 2018
  • Recent progress on nanofabrication of molecularly imprinted polymers
    Priyanka Prabhu, Vivek Dhawan, Clara Fernandes, Divya Suares
    Emerging Applications of Nanoparticles and Architectural Nanostructures Current Prospects and Future Trends, 2018
  • Lipid nanocarriers for intracellular delivery
    Clara Bernard Fernandes, Divya Suares, Vivek Dhawan
    Multifunctional Nanocarriers for Contemporary Healthcare Applications, 2018
  • Nanostructured polymer scaffolds for tissue engineering technology
    Clara Fernandes, Divya Suares, Vivek Dhawan, Priyanka Prabhu
    Fundamentals of Nanoparticles Classifications Synthesis Methods Properties and Characterization, 2018
  • Comparison of Nanoemulsion and Aqueous Micelle Systems of Paliperidone for Intranasal Delivery
    Kartika Pidaparthi, Divya Suares
    AAPS Pharmscitech, 2017
  • Cuboidal lipid polymer nanoparticles of rosuvastatin for oral delivery
    Divya Suares, Bala Prabhakar
    Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2017
  • FTIR assay method for UV inactive drug carisoprodol and identification of degradants by RP-HPLC and ESI-MS
    Pratap Chandra Acharya, Ruqaiya Vasi, Divya Suares
    Journal of Chromatography B Analytical Technologies in the Biomedical and Life Sciences, 2016
  • Stability-indicating assay method for determination of rosuvastatin in nano-formulation and pharmaceutical dosage form by RP-HPLC
    International Journal of Pharmtech Research, 2016
  • Taste masked orodispersible formulation of fexofenadine hydrochloride using ion exchange resins
    Divya Suares, Arti Hiray
    Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015
  • Calotropis gigantea R. Br. (Asclepiadaceae): A review
    International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 2011

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • 3D Printing in Ophthalmology
    KTN Talreja, DS Gupta, D Suares
    Healing in Layers: 3D Printing in Healthcare, 275-297 , 2026
    2026
  • Development of Smart Hydrogel Using Polysaccharide-Based Graft Copolymer
    AB Darshan Patel, Koteswara Rao GSN, Divya Suares, Rohit Raj, Yashoda Jadhav
    Graft Copolymers for Biomedical and Tissue Engineering Applications , 2025
    2025
  • Restoring balance: Advancing hormonal therapy for menopause through modern drug delivery
    K Talreja, D Shah, D Suares
    APTI Women's Forum Newsletter 4 (1), 8-13 , 2025
    2025
  • Uncovering the Emerging Prospects of Lipid-based Nanoparticulate Vehicles in Lung Cancer Management: A Recent Perspective
    DS Gupta, D Suares
    Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology 13 (1), 155-170 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • Exploration of the Growing Potentials of Nanosensor Usage: Future Perspectives and The Way Forward
    DS Gupta, D Suares, N Agarwal
    Nanosensors in Healthcare: Design, Applications, and Regulatory Aspects, 195-210 , 2025
    2025
  • Unveiling the Dynamic Realm of Ultrasound Nanosensors: Exploring its Advancements and Promising Prospects
    A Sherje, DS Gupta, D Suares, P Malli, I Dhala
    Nanosensors in Healthcare: Design, Applications, and Regulatory Aspects, 146-167 , 2025
    2025
  • The Evolving Landscape of Magnetic Nanosensor Usage: Recent Developments and Promising Opportunities.
    G Pereira, DS Gupta, D Suares
    Nanosensors in Healthcare: Design, Applications, and Regulatory Aspects, 111-145 , 2025
    2025
  • Nanosensors in Healthcare: Design, Applications, and Regulatory Aspects
    P Prabhu, C Fernandes, D Suares
    CRC Press , 2025
    2025
  • Natural product-based compounds for chronic respiratory disorders
    D Bisht, DC Joshi, M Bisht, N Joshi, S Azizov, H Lalhlenmawia, D Kumar, ...
    Technological Advances and Innovations in the Treatment of Chronic … , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • Emerging therapeutics in the treatment of chronic respiratory disorders
    DS Gupta, RD Shingte, D Suares
    Technological Advances and Innovations in the Treatment of Chronic … , 2025
    2025
  • Technological Advances and Innovations in the Treatment of Chronic Respiratory Disorders
    G De Rubis, R MacLoughlin, HA Santos, S Shetty, D Suares, K Dua
    Elsevier , 2024
    2024
  • In silico exploration of CB2 receptor agonist in the management of neuroinflammatory conditions by pharmacophore modeling
    S Bodke, N Joshi, RR Alavala, D Suares
    Computational Biology and Chemistry 110, 108049 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 1
  • The application of nanoparticles as advanced drug delivery systems in Attenuating COPD
    V Jessamine, S Mehndiratta, G De Rubis, KR Paudel, S Shetty, D Suares, ...
    Heliyon 10 (3) , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 45
  • Emerging avenues of flavonoids in defying antibiotic resistance
    DS Gupta, D Suares
    APTI Women's Forum Newsletter 10 (2), 90-96 , 2023
    2023
  • Synthesis, Characterization and Binding Studies of Polymeric Nanoparticles using Gemcitabine Hydrochloride
    V Mehta, YC Mayur, M Kumar, D Suares
    Current Nanomedicine 13 (2), 102 - 112 , 2023
    2023
  • Types of polymeric micelles for controlled drug release
    D Mahajan, D Suares, R Rachana, S Shetty
    Polymeric Micelles: Principles, Perspectives and Practices, 69-86 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 7
  • Uncharted Potentials of Synbiotics in Treatment of Cervical and Ovarian Cancer
    N Mehta, D Suares, S Shetty
    Synbiotics for the Management of Cancer, 243-256 , 2023
    2023
  • Starch-based drug delivery systems in lung disorders
    S Shetty, D Suares, S Shetty
    Natural Polymeric Materials based Drug Delivery Systems in Lung Diseases … , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 3
  • Cellulose-Based Drug Delivery Systems in Lung Disorders
    D Suares, S Shetty, S Shetty
    Natural Polymeric Materials based Drug Delivery Systems in Lung Diseases, 83-102 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 2
  • Cancer cell fusion: A potential target to tackle drug-resistant and metastatic cancer cells
    C Fernandes, P Prabhu, K Juvale, D Suares, M Yc
    Drug Discovery Today 24 (9), 1836-1844 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 32

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Tumor microenvironment targeted nanotherapy
    C Fernandes, D Suares, MC Yergeri
    Frontiers in pharmacology 9, 1230 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 188
  • The application of nanoparticles as advanced drug delivery systems in Attenuating COPD
    V Jessamine, S Mehndiratta, G De Rubis, KR Paudel, S Shetty, D Suares, ...
    Heliyon 10 (3) , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 45
  • Cancer cell fusion: A potential target to tackle drug-resistant and metastatic cancer cells
    C Fernandes, P Prabhu, K Juvale, D Suares, M Yc
    Drug Discovery Today 24 (9), 1836-1844 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 32
  • Preformulation in drug research and pharmaceutical product development
    PC Acharya, S Shetty, C Fernandes, D Suares, R Maheshwari, ...
    Dosage form design considerations, 1-55 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 31
  • Comparison of nanoemulsion and aqueous micelle systems of paliperidone for intranasal delivery
    K Pidaparthi, D Suares
    AAPS PharmSciTech 18 (5), 1710-1719 , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 25
  • Calotropis gigantea R. Br.(Asclepiadaceae): a review
    H Joshi, MP Gururaja, D Suares
    Int J Pharm Res 3, 10-14 , 2011
    2011
    Citations: 22
  • Self micro-emulsifying drug delivery system (SMEDDS): A promising tool to improve bioavailability
    N Meghani, D Suares
    Journal of Pharmacy and Phytotherapeutics 2 (1), 17-21 , 2013
    2013
    Citations: 21
  • Dosage form design considerations
    PC Acharya, S Marwein, B Mishra, R Ghosh, A Vora, RK Tekade
    Dosage Form Design Considerations , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 17
  • Solubility and solubilization approaches in pharmaceutical product development
    PC Acharya, C Fernandes, D Suares, S Shetty, RK Tekade
    Dosage Form Design Considerations, 513-547 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 16
  • Taste masked orodispersible formulation of fexofenadine hydrochloride using ion exchange resins
    D Suares, A Hiray
    Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences 77 (5), 550-555 , 2015
    2015
    Citations: 13
  • Hypoglycemic effect of Memecylon umbellatum root
    H Joshi, AB Joshi, H Sati, MP Gururaja, EVS Subrahmanyam, ...
    Pharmacognosy Magazine pp.1-4. 4 (15), 1-4 , 2008
    2008
    Citations: 11
  • Nanostructured polymer scaffolds for tissue engineering technology
    C Fernandes, D Suares, V Dhawan, P Prabhu
    Fundamentals of nanoparticles, 451-483 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 9
  • Rheology and its implications on performance of liquid dosage forms
    PC Acharya, D Suares, S Shetty, C Fernandes, RK Tekade
    Dosage Form Design Considerations, 549-597 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 8
  • Cuboidal lipid polymer nanoparticles of rosuvastatin for oral delivery
    D Suares, B Prabhakar
    Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy 43 (2), 213-224 , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 8
  • Types of polymeric micelles for controlled drug release
    D Mahajan, D Suares, R Rachana, S Shetty
    Polymeric Micelles: Principles, Perspectives and Practices, 69-86 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 7
  • Oral Delivery of Rosuvastatin Lipid Nanocarriers: Investigation of In vitro and In vivo profile
    D Suares, B Prabhakar
    International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research 7 (12), 4856-64 , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 7
  • Investigation of effect of anti-angiogenic green tea extract on the mechanical, physical and wound healing property of 2D wheat starch-sodium alginate biocomposite film
    Z Shah, C Fernandes, D Suares
    Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology 52, 255-262 , 2019
    2019
    Citations: 5
  • Lipid nanocarriers for intracellular delivery
    CB Fernandes, D Suares, V Dhawan
    Multifunctional Nanocarriers for Contemporary Healthcare Applications, 129-156 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 5
  • Stability-Indicating Assay Method for Determination of Rosuvastatin in Nano-Formulation and Pharmaceutical Dosage form By RP-HPLC
    D Suares, B Prabhakar
    International Journal of PharmTech Research 9, 265-274 , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 5
  • Starch-based drug delivery systems in lung disorders
    S Shetty, D Suares, S Shetty
    Natural Polymeric Materials based Drug Delivery Systems in Lung Diseases … , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 3