Υπολογιστικές μέθοδοι στην έρευνα και ανάπτυξη καλλυντικών προϊόντων

Abstract

The dissertation that follows, with title “In silico methods as tools in research and development of cosmetic products” has as main object the study of some alternative tools, that through computer or computerized environment, they can contribute in the process of research and development of new cosmetics or new ingredients or in the prediction of certain side effects, such as toxicity. The purpose of this project is to inform the reader about the most contemporary form of research in the cosmetics industry, but also about the power of technology nowadays, to eliminate or reduce any animal experimentation, if handled properly by scientists. Furthermore, the outcome will be giving same or even better research results. In the main part of my study an analysis has been made on specific computer methods, that are mainly used in pharmaceutical research. Note that the cosmetics industry has already start to implement those methods as well. Moreover, the advantages and disadvantages of this “new” tool are listed, as well as the ways it can be used to predict toxicity and/or allergy cases.