Sharon GARTI-LEVI

Field of Expertise

Lyotropic Delivery systems (LDS) specializes in addressing complex formulation challenges across the food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries. Our technologies focus on improving physical and chemical stability, rheological behavior, dispersion, and ingredient compatibility. 

At the core of LDS’s innovation is the scientific leadership of Prof. Nissim Garti, from the Casali Institute of Applied Chemistry of the Hebrew University, a world-renowned expert in the physical and chemical behavior of fats, oils, emulsions, microemulsions, and hydrocolloids. His decades of research, numerous international awards, and pioneering work form the foundation of LDS’s ability to deliver practical, science-backed solutions tailored to diverse industry needs.

LDS' technology is simple to adapt, no-expensive, patentable and unique.

LDS is collaborating with local and global food industries, cosmetics companies and pharmaceuticals R&D centers on various projects.

Expertise

Food Industry Expertise

LDS brings extensive experience in overcoming formulation challenges in the food industry, especially in advanced food systems enriched with nutraceuticals and health-promoting ingredients. Our core capabilities include:

• Crystallization behavior and polymorphism of fats and oils
• Oxidation, dispersion, and stability of active ingredients
• Structuring of hydrocolloids and edible films
• Emulsions and microemulsions in complex food systems

Cosmetics Industry Expertise

In the cosmetics domain, LDS applies its deep understanding of emulsion science to develop cosmeceutical products that combine beauty with skin health benefits. Our work includes:

• Development of stable emulsions, double emulsions, microemulsions and lyotropic liquid crystals
• Liquid-in-liquid dispersions with enhanced skin permeation properties
• Formulation of active-loaded systems targeting dermal irregularities
• LDS creates advanced delivery systems that enable the incorporation of bioactives while ensuring aesthetic appeal and product stability.

Pharmaceutical Industry Expertise

LDS’s pharmaceutical solutions focus on novel drug delivery technologies that enhance the performance of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactives. Our strengths include:

• Solubilization and stabilization of poorly water-soluble drugs
• Formulation of innovative delivery systems to improve bioavailability
• Enhancing physical and chemical stability for sensitive APIs
• Increasing drug loading capacity in various delivery platforms

Through interdisciplinary research and advanced formulation strategies, LDS contributes cutting-edge, reliable, and scalable solutions to the pharmaceutical industry.