MINISTRY OF DEFENCE · Awarded contract
Awarded

PhD Research on Fentanyl Stability in Extreme Temperatures for Military Deployment

Awarded 29 Jun 2025

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Awarded29 Jun 2025
Value£19,372.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Expires in 2y 2mo3y 6mo term, 38% elapsed
Awarded 29 June 2025Expires 31 Dec 2028

The Ministry of Defence awarded a contract to King's College London for a PhD study investigating the stability of oral transmucosal fentanyl citrate (OTFC) lozenges after exposure to real-world environmental conditions in Kenya with deployed troops.

The research includes a recommendation paper to disseminate findings to the DMS and medical community, potentially reducing medication wastage and prompting further research into suitable medications under revised policies.

The contract value is AUD 19,372.

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