We develop medical Microneedle Applicators for end-users and conduct research services on applying microneedles.

We do this by unlocking the potential of microneedle technology as a superior new drug delivery system compared to hypodermic needles. This novel technology uses a collection of very small needles of less than 1mm in length, containing the drug or vaccine, mounted on a backplate. With our applicators, users can administer the vaccines and drugs themselves painlessly, effectively and consistently. The microneedles are not required to be stored or distributed under refrigerated conditions, thereby eliminating the logistical cold chain.

uPATCH specializes in the research of applying microneedles and developing microneedle applicators. uPATCH was founded by Bart van Oorschot and Koen van der Maaden. During his PhD on microneedle application, Koen discovered that properly piercing microneedles into the skin was paired with a lot of issues. This is where Koen contacted Product Designer and Highschool friend Bart van Oorschot. This collaboration was the beginning of the mission to make end-user microneedle applicators that enable everyone to apply microneedles to themselves. Let's make healthcare available for everyone on earth!