International Journal of Drug Development and Research (0975-9344) is an international journal devoted to drug delivery and drug development technology. The journal covers innovative aspects of all pharmaceutical dosage forms and the most advanced research on controlled release, bioavailability and drug absorption, nanomedicines, gene delivery, tissue engineering, hot topics related to manufacturing processes and quality control are also welcomed. The journal is particularly concerned to explore the effects of drug policy and practice on drug-using behavior and its health and social consequences. It is the policy of the journal to represent ample range of material on drug-related matters from around the world.