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Attia MF, Marasco RN, Kwain S, Foxx C, Whitehead DC, Kabanov A, Lee YZ. Toward the Clinical Translation of Safe Intravenous Long Circulating Iodinated Lipid Nanoemulsion Contrast Agents for CT Imaging. BIORXIV : THE PREPRINT SERVER FOR BIOLOGY 2024:2024.08.28.610138. [PMID: 39257794 PMCID: PMC11383978 DOI: 10.1101/2024.08.28.610138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/12/2024]
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Current clinical small molecule x-ray CT agents are effective but pose risks such as nephrotoxicity, short blood circulation time, limiting scan durations, potential thyroid impact, and immune responses. These challenges drive the development of kidney-safe x-ray nanoparticle (NP)-based contrast agents (CAs), though translation to clinical practice is hindered by chemical complexities and potential toxicity. We have engineered an intravenous, injectable, and safe blood pool NP-based CT CAs at a clinical-equivalent dose of ∼300 mgI/kg (∼2 mL/kg), ideal for vascular and hepatic imaging which are limited by clinical agents. Our iodinated lipid nanodroplet emulsions (ILNEs) contrast agent offers high x-ray attenuation thus improved contrast enhancement, extended stability, and exceptional batch-to-batch consistency. It also boasts a straightforward and scalable manufacturing process with minimal protein interaction, prolonged blood residency (∼4h), and hepatic clearance within 3 days, avoiding nephrotoxicity. Studies in vitro, in mice, and 16.6kg porcine animal model studies confirm its safety, cytocompatibility, and absence of tissue damage. Blood, and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) analyses, and kidney and liver function tests, also support further toxicity evaluations for clinical translation.
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Aknine N, Klymchenko AS. Push-Pull Fluorescent Dyes with Trifluoroacetyl Acceptor for High-Fidelity Sensing of Polarity and Heterogeneity of Lipid Droplets. Anal Chem 2024. [PMID: 39083638 DOI: 10.1021/acs.analchem.4c02322] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/02/2024]
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Imaging and sensing of lipid droplets (LDs) attracted significant attention due to growing evidence for their important role in cell life. Solvatochromic dyes are promising tools to probe LDs' local polarity, but this analysis is biased by their non-negligible emission from intracellular membranes and capacity to emit from both the apolar core and polar interface of LDs. Here, we developed two push-pull solvatochromic dyes based on naphthalene and fluorene cores bearing an exceptionally strong electron acceptor, the trifluoroacetyl group. The latter was found to boost the optical properties of the dyes by shifting their absorption and emission to red and increasing their extinction coefficient, photostability, and sensitivity to solvent polarity (solvatochromism). In contrast to classical solvatochromic dyes, such as parent aldehydes and reference Nile Red, the new dyes exhibited strong fluorescence quenching by millimolar water concentrations in organic solvents. In live cells, the trifluoroacetyl dyes exhibited high specificity to LDs, whereas the parent aldehydes and Nile Red showed a detectable backgrounds from intracellular membranes. Experiments in model lipid membranes and nanoemulsion droplets confirmed the high selectivity of new probes to LDs in contrast to classical solvatochromic dyes. Moreover, the new probes were found to be selective to the LDs oil core, where they can sense lipid unsaturation and chain length. Their ratiometric imaging in cells revealed strong heterogeneity in polarity within LDs, which covered the range of polarities of unsaturated triglyceride oils, whereas Nile Red failed to properly estimate the local polarity of LDs. Finally, the probes revealed that LDs core polarity can be altered by fatty acid diets, which correlates with their chain length and unsaturation.
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- Nathan Aknine
- Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies, UMR 7021 CNRS, ITI SysChem, Faculté de Pharmacie, Université de Strasbourg, 67401 Illkirch, France
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- Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies, UMR 7021 CNRS, ITI SysChem, Faculté de Pharmacie, Université de Strasbourg, 67401 Illkirch, France
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Wehn AC, Krestel E, Harapan BN, Klymchenko A, Plesnila N, Khalin I. To see or not to see: In vivo nanocarrier detection methods in the brain and their challenges. J Control Release 2024; 371:216-236. [PMID: 38810705 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2024.05.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2024] [Revised: 05/18/2024] [Accepted: 05/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024]
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Nanoparticles have a great potential to significantly improve the delivery of therapeutics to the brain and may also be equipped with properties to investigate brain function. The brain, being a highly complex organ shielded by selective barriers, requires its own specialized detection system. However, a significant hurdle to achieve these goals is still the identification of individual nanoparticles within the brain with sufficient cellular, subcellular, and temporal resolution. This review aims to provide a comprehensive summary of the current knowledge on detection systems for tracking nanoparticles across the blood-brain barrier and within the brain. We discuss commonly employed in vivo and ex vivo nanoparticle identification and quantification methods, as well as various imaging modalities able to detect nanoparticles in the brain. Advantages and weaknesses of these modalities as well as the biological factors that must be considered when interpreting results obtained through nanotechnologies are summarized. Finally, we critically evaluate the prevailing limitations of existing technologies and explore potential solutions.
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- Antonia Clarissa Wehn
- Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research (ISD), Munich University Hospital, Feodor-Lynen-Straße 17, 81377, Germany; Department of Neurosurgery, University of Munich Medical Center, Marchioninistraße 17, 81377 Munich, Germany.
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- Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research (ISD), Munich University Hospital, Feodor-Lynen-Straße 17, 81377, Germany.
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- Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research (ISD), Munich University Hospital, Feodor-Lynen-Straße 17, 81377, Germany; Department of Neurosurgery, University of Munich Medical Center, Marchioninistraße 17, 81377 Munich, Germany.
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- Laboratoire de Biophotonique et Pharmacologie, CNRS UMR 7213, Université de Strasbourg, 74 route du Rhin - CS 60024, 67401 Illkirch Cedex, France.
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- Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research (ISD), Munich University Hospital, Feodor-Lynen-Straße 17, 81377, Germany; Munich Cluster of Systems Neurology (SyNergy), Feodor-Lynen-Straße 17, 81377 Munich, Germany.
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- Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research (ISD), Munich University Hospital, Feodor-Lynen-Straße 17, 81377, Germany; Normandie University, UNICAEN, INSERM UMR-S U1237, Physiopathology and Imaging of Neurological Disorders (PhIND), GIP Cyceron, Institute Blood and Brain @ Caen-Normandie (BB@C), 14 074 Bd Henri Becquerel, 14000 Caen, France.
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Gaffar NA, Zahid M, Asghar A, Shafiq MF, Jelani S, Rehan F. Biosynthesized metallic nanoparticles: A new era in cancer therapy. Arch Pharm (Weinheim) 2024; 357:e2300712. [PMID: 38653735 DOI: 10.1002/ardp.202300712] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2023] [Revised: 03/15/2024] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024]
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Cancer remains a global health crisis, claiming countless lives throughout the years. Traditional cancer treatments like chemotherapy and radiation often bring about severe side effects, underscoring the pressing need for innovative, more efficient, and less toxic therapies. Nanotechnology has emerged as a promising technology capable of producing environmentally friendly anticancer nanoparticles. Among various nanoparticle types, metal-based nanoparticles stand out due to their exceptional performance and ease of use in methods of imaging. The widespread accessibility of biological precursors for synthesis based on plants of metal nanoparticles has made large-scale, eco-friendly production feasible. This evaluation provides a summary of the green strategy for synthesizing metal-based nanoparticles and explores their applications. Moreover, this review delves into the potential of phyto-based metal nanoparticles in combating cancer, shedding light on their probable mechanisms of action. These insights are invaluable for enhancing both biomedical and environmental applications. The study also touches on the numerous potential applications of nanotechnology in the field of medicine. Consequently, this research offers a concise and well-structured summary of nanotechnology, which should prove beneficial to researchers, engineers, and scientists embarking on future research endeavors.
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- Nabila Abdul Gaffar
- Department of Chemistry, Forman Christian College University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, Forman Christian College University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, Forman Christian College University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, Forman Christian College University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacy, Forman Christian College University, Lahore, Pakistan
- Department of Molecular Medicine and Al-Jawhara Centre for Molecular Medicine, College of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Arabian Gulf University, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain
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Liu C, Cai Y, Zhang Z, Lu Y, Zhu Q, He H, Chen Z, Zhao W, Wu W. Julolidinyl aza-BODIPYs as NIR-II fluorophores for the bioimaging of nanocarriers. Acta Pharm Sin B 2024; 14:3155-3168. [PMID: 39027233 PMCID: PMC11252509 DOI: 10.1016/j.apsb.2024.04.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2024] [Revised: 03/05/2024] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024] Open
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The aggregation-caused quenching (ACQ) rationale has been employed to improve the fluorescence imaging accuracy of nanocarriers by precluding free probe-derived interferences. However, its usefulness is undermined by limited penetration and low spatiotemporal resolution of NIR-I (700-900 nm) bioimaging owing to absorption and diffraction by biological tissues and tissue-derived autofluorescence. This study aimed to develop ACQ-based NIR-II (1000-1700 nm) probes to further improve the imaging resolution and accuracy. The strategy employed is to install highly planar and electron-rich julolidine into the 3,5-position of aza-BODIPY based on the larger substituent effects. The newly developed probes displayed remarkable photophysical properties, with intense absorption centered at approximately 850 nm and bright emission in the 950-1300 nm region. Compared with the NIR-I counterpart P2, the NIR-II probes demonstrated superior water sensitivity and quenching stability. ACQ1 and ACQ6 exhibited more promising ACQ effects with absolute fluorescence quenching at water fractions above 40% and higher quenching stability with less than 2.0% fluorescence reillumination in plasma after 24 h of incubation. Theoretical calculations verified that molecular planarity is more important than hydrophobicity for ACQ properties. Additionally, in vivo and ex vivo reillumination studies revealed less than 2.5% signal interference from prequenched ACQ1, in contrast to 15% for P2.
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- Chang Liu
- Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200443, China
- Key Laboratory of Smart Drug Delivery of MOE, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, Shanghai 201203, China
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- Key Laboratory of Smart Drug Delivery of MOE, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, Shanghai 201203, China
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- Key Laboratory of Smart Drug Delivery of MOE, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, Shanghai 201203, China
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- Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200443, China
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- Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200443, China
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- Key Laboratory of Smart Drug Delivery of MOE, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, Shanghai 201203, China
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- Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200443, China
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- Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200443, China
- Department of MediChinal Chemistry, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, Shanghai 201203, China
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- Shanghai Skin Disease Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200443, China
- Key Laboratory of Smart Drug Delivery of MOE, School of Pharmacy, Fudan University, Shanghai 201203, China
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Ramezani P, De Smedt SC, Sauvage F. Supramolecular dye nanoassemblies for advanced diagnostics and therapies. Bioeng Transl Med 2024; 9:e10652. [PMID: 39036081 PMCID: PMC11256156 DOI: 10.1002/btm2.10652] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2023] [Revised: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 07/23/2024] Open
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Dyes have conventionally been used in medicine for staining cells, tissues, and organelles. Since these compounds are also known as photosensitizers (PSs) which exhibit photoresponsivity upon photon illumination, there is a high desire towards formulating these molecules into nanoparticles (NPs) to achieve improved delivery efficiency and enhanced stability for novel imaging and therapeutic applications. Furthermore, it has been shown that some of the photophysical properties of these molecules can be altered upon NP formation thereby playing a major role in the outcome of their application. In this review, we primarily focus on introducing dye categories, their formulation strategies and how these strategies affect their photophysical properties in the context of photothermal and non-photothermal applications. More specifically, the most recent progress showing the potential of dye supramolecular assemblies in modalities such as photoacoustic and fluorescence imaging, photothermal and photodynamic therapies as well as their employment in photoablation as a novel modality will be outlined. Aside from their photophysical activity, we delve shortly into the emerging application of dyes as drug stabilizing agents where these molecules are used together with aggregator molecules to form stable nanoparticles.
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- Pouria Ramezani
- Laboratory of General Biochemistry and Physical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Ghent University Ghent Belgium
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- Laboratory of General Biochemistry and Physical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Ghent University Ghent Belgium
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- Laboratory of General Biochemistry and Physical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Ghent University Ghent Belgium
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Zhang X, Yang Y, Yuan Y, Yue S, Zhao X, Yue Q, Zeng Q, Guo Q, Zhou X. Hyperpolarized 129Xe Atoms Sense the Presence of Drug Molecules in Nanohosts Revealed by Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Anal Chem 2024; 96:10152-10160. [PMID: 38818902 DOI: 10.1021/acs.analchem.3c05573] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2024]
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Assessing the effectiveness of nanomedicines involves evaluating the drug content at the target site. Currently, most research focuses on monitoring the signal responses from loaded drugs, neglecting the changes caused by the nanohosts. Here, we propose a strategy to quantitatively evaluate the content of loaded drugs by detecting the signal variations resulting from the alterations in the microenvironment of the nanohosts. Specifically, hyperpolarized (HP) 129Xe atoms are employed as probes to sense the nanohosts' environment and generate a specific magnetic resonance (MR) signal that indicates their accessibility. The introduction of drugs reduces the available space in the nanohosts, leading to a crowded microenvironment that hinders the access of the 129Xe atoms. By employing 129Xe atoms as a signal source to detect the alterations in the microenvironment, we constructed a three-dimensional (3D) map that indicated the concentration of the nanohosts and established a linear relationship to quantitatively measure the drug content within the nanohosts based on the corresponding MR signals. Using the developed strategy, we successfully quantified the uptake of the nanohosts and drugs in living cells through HP 129Xe MR imaging. Overall, the proposed HP 129Xe atom-sensing approach can be used to monitor alterations in the microenvironment of nanohosts induced by loaded drugs and provides a new perspective for the quantitative evaluation of drug presence in various nanomedicines.
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- Xu Zhang
- Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance in Biological Systems, State Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, National Center for Magnetic Resonance in Wuhan, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics, Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Wuhan 430071, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance in Biological Systems, State Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, National Center for Magnetic Resonance in Wuhan, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics, Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Wuhan 430071, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance in Biological Systems, State Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, National Center for Magnetic Resonance in Wuhan, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics, Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Wuhan 430071, China
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- Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance in Biological Systems, State Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, National Center for Magnetic Resonance in Wuhan, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics, Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Wuhan 430071, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance in Biological Systems, State Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, National Center for Magnetic Resonance in Wuhan, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics, Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Wuhan 430071, China
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- Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance in Biological Systems, State Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, National Center for Magnetic Resonance in Wuhan, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics, Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Wuhan 430071, China
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- Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance in Biological Systems, State Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, National Center for Magnetic Resonance in Wuhan, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics, Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Wuhan 430071, China
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- Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance in Biological Systems, State Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, National Center for Magnetic Resonance in Wuhan, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics, Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Wuhan 430071, China
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- Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance in Biological Systems, State Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, National Center for Magnetic Resonance in Wuhan, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics, Innovation Academy for Precision Measurement Science and Technology, Wuhan 430071, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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Stenspil SG, Laursen BW. Photophysics of fluorescent nanoparticles based on organic dyes - challenges and design principles. Chem Sci 2024; 15:8625-8638. [PMID: 38873083 PMCID: PMC11168078 DOI: 10.1039/d4sc01352b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2024] [Accepted: 05/06/2024] [Indexed: 06/15/2024] Open
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Fluorescent nanoparticles have become attractive for bioanalysis and imaging, due to their high brightness and photostability. Many different optical materials have been applied in fluorescent nanoparticles with a broad range of properties and characteristics. One appealing approach is the incorporation of molecular organic fluorophores in nanoparticles with the intention of transferring their known attractive solution-state properties directly to the nanoparticles. However, as molecular dyes are packed closely together in the nanoparticles their interactions most often result in fluorescence quenching and change in spectral properties making this approach challenging. In this perspective we will first discuss the origins of quenching and spectral shifts observed in dye based nanoparticles. On this background, we will then describe various designs of dye based NPs and how they address the challenges of dye-dye interactions and quenching. Our aim is to provide a general framework for understanding the supramolecular mechanisms that determine the photophysics of dye based nanoparticles. This framework of molecular photophysics and its relation to the internal structure of dye based nanoparticles can hopefully serve to assist rational design and optimization of new and improved dye based nanoparticles.
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- Stine G Stenspil
- Nano-Science Center & Department of Chemistry, University of Copenhagen Universitetsparken 5 2100 København Ø Denmark
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- Nano-Science Center & Department of Chemistry, University of Copenhagen Universitetsparken 5 2100 København Ø Denmark
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Wang M, Wang Y, Fu Q. Magneto-optical nanosystems for tumor multimodal imaging and therapy in-vivo. Mater Today Bio 2024; 26:101027. [PMID: 38525310 PMCID: PMC10959709 DOI: 10.1016/j.mtbio.2024.101027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2024] [Revised: 03/11/2024] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 03/26/2024] Open
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Multimodal imaging, which combines the strengths of two or more imaging modalities to provide complementary anatomical and molecular information, has emerged as a robust technology for enhancing diagnostic sensitivity and accuracy, as well as improving treatment monitoring. Moreover, the application of multimodal imaging in guiding precision tumor treatment can prevent under- or over-treatment, thereby maximizing the benefits for tumor patients. In recent years, several intriguing magneto-optical nanosystems with both magnetic and optical properties have been developed, leading to significant breakthroughs in the field of multimodal imaging and image-guided tumor therapy. These advancements pave the way for precise tumor medicine. This review summarizes various types of magneto-optical nanosystems developed recently and describes their applications as probes for multimodal imaging and agents for image-guided therapeutic interventions. Finally, future research and development prospects of magneto-optical nanosystems are discussed along with an outlook on their further applications in the biomedical field.
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- Mengzhen Wang
- Institute for Translational Medicine, College of Medicine, Qingdao University, Qingdao, 266021, China
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- Key Laboratory of Birth Regulation and Control Technology of National Health Commission of China, Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital of Shandong Province Affiliated to Qingdao University, Qingdao University, Jinan, 250014, China
- Institute for Translational Medicine, College of Medicine, Qingdao University, Qingdao, 266021, China
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- Key Laboratory of Birth Regulation and Control Technology of National Health Commission of China, Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital of Shandong Province Affiliated to Qingdao University, Qingdao University, Jinan, 250014, China
- Institute for Translational Medicine, College of Medicine, Qingdao University, Qingdao, 266021, China
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Pathak A, Verma N, Tripathi S, Mishra A, Poluri KM. Nanosensor based approaches for quantitative detection of heparin. Talanta 2024; 273:125873. [PMID: 38460425 DOI: 10.1016/j.talanta.2024.125873] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2023] [Revised: 02/23/2024] [Accepted: 03/03/2024] [Indexed: 03/11/2024]
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Heparin, being a widely employed anticoagulant in numerus clinical complications, requires strict quantification and qualitative screening to ensure the safety of patients from potential threat of thrombocytopenia. However, the intricacy of heparin's chemical structures and low abundance hinders the precise monitoring of its level and quality in clinical settings. Conventional laboratory assays have limitations in sensitivity and specificity, necessitating the development of innovative approaches. In this context, nanosensors emerged as a promising solution due to enhanced sensitivity, selectivity, and ability to detect heparin even at low concentrations. This review delves into a range of sensing approaches including colorimetric, fluorometric, surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy, and electrochemical techniques using different types of nanomaterials, thus providing insights of its principles, capabilities, and limitations. Moreover, integration of smart-phone with nanosensors for point of care diagnostics has also been explored. Additionally, recent advances in nanopore technologies, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have been discussed offering specificity against contaminants present in heparin to ensure its quality. By consolidating current knowledge and highlighting the potential of nanosensors, this review aims to contribute to the advancement of efficient, reliable, and economical heparin detection methods providing improved patient care.
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- Aakanksha Pathak
- Centre for Nanotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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- Centre for Nanotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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- Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology Unit, Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur, Jodhpur, 342011, Rajasthan, India
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- Centre for Nanotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, 247667, Uttarakhand, India; Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, 247667, Uttarakhand, India.
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Mim JJ, Hasan M, Chowdhury MS, Ghosh J, Mobarak MH, Khanom F, Hossain N. A comprehensive review on the biomedical frontiers of nanowire applications. Heliyon 2024; 10:e29244. [PMID: 38628721 PMCID: PMC11016983 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e29244] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2024] [Revised: 04/03/2024] [Accepted: 04/03/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
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This comprehensive review examines the immense capacity of nanowires, nanostructures characterized by unbounded dimensions, to profoundly transform the field of biomedicine. Nanowires, which are created by combining several materials using techniques such as electrospinning and vapor deposition, possess distinct mechanical, optical, and electrical properties. As a result, they are well-suited for use in nanoscale electronic devices, drug delivery systems, chemical sensors, and other applications. The utilization of techniques such as the vapor-liquid-solid (VLS) approach and template-assisted approaches enables the achievement of precision in synthesis. This precision allows for the customization of characteristics, which in turn enables the capability of intracellular sensing and accurate drug administration. Nanowires exhibit potential in biomedical imaging, neural interfacing, and tissue engineering, despite obstacles related to biocompatibility and scalable manufacturing. They possess multifunctional capabilities that have the potential to greatly influence the intersection of nanotechnology and healthcare. Surmounting present obstacles has the potential to unleash the complete capabilities of nanowires, leading to significant improvements in diagnostics, biosensing, regenerative medicine, and next-generation point-of-care medicines.
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- Juhi Jannat Mim
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, IUBAT-International University of Business Agriculture and Technology, Bangladesh
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, IUBAT-International University of Business Agriculture and Technology, Bangladesh
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, IUBAT-International University of Business Agriculture and Technology, Bangladesh
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, IUBAT-International University of Business Agriculture and Technology, Bangladesh
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, IUBAT-International University of Business Agriculture and Technology, Bangladesh
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, IUBAT-International University of Business Agriculture and Technology, Bangladesh
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, IUBAT-International University of Business Agriculture and Technology, Bangladesh
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Faber T, McConville JT, Lamprecht A. Focused ion beam-scanning electron microscopy provides novel insights of drug delivery phenomena. J Control Release 2024; 366:312-327. [PMID: 38161031 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2023.12.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2023] [Revised: 12/23/2023] [Accepted: 12/26/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) has long been a standard tool for morphological analyses, providing sub micrometer resolution of pharmaceutical formulations. However, analysis of internal morphologies of such formulations can often be biased due to the introduction of artifacts that originate from sample preparation. A recent advancement in SEM, is the focused ion beam scanning electron microscopy (FIB-SEM). This technique uses a focused ion beam (FIB) to remove material with nanometer precision, to provide virtually sample-independent access to sub-surface structures. The FIB can be combined with SEM imaging capabilities within the same instrumentation. As a powerful analytical tool, electron microscopy and FIB-milling are performed sequentially to produce high-resolution 3D models of structural peculiarities of diverse drug delivery systems or their behavior in a biological environment, i.e. intracellular or -tissue distribution. This review paper briefly describes the technical background of the method, outlines a wide array of potential uses within the drug delivery field, and focuses on intracellular transport where high-resolution images are an essential tool for mechanistical insights.
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- Thilo Faber
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Institute of Pharmacy, University of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Institute of Pharmacy, University of Bonn, Bonn, Germany; Université de Franche-Comté, INSERM UMR1098 Right, Besançon, France.
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Trucillo P. Biomaterials for Drug Delivery and Human Applications. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 17:456. [PMID: 38255624 PMCID: PMC10817481 DOI: 10.3390/ma17020456] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2023] [Revised: 01/12/2024] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
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Biomaterials embody a groundbreaking paradigm shift in the field of drug delivery and human applications. Their versatility and adaptability have not only enriched therapeutic outcomes but also significantly reduced the burden of adverse effects. This work serves as a comprehensive overview of biomaterials, with a particular emphasis on their pivotal role in drug delivery, classifying them in terms of their biobased, biodegradable, and biocompatible nature, and highlighting their characteristics and advantages. The examination also delves into the extensive array of applications for biomaterials in drug delivery, encompassing diverse medical fields such as cancer therapy, cardiovascular diseases, neurological disorders, and vaccination. This work also explores the actual challenges within this domain, including potential toxicity and the complexity of manufacturing processes. These challenges emphasize the necessity for thorough research and the continuous development of regulatory frameworks. The second aim of this review is to navigate through the compelling terrain of recent advances and prospects in biomaterials, envisioning a healthcare landscape where they empower precise, targeted, and personalized drug delivery. The potential for biomaterials to transform healthcare is staggering, as they promise treatments tailored to individual patient needs, offering hope for improved therapeutic efficacy, fewer side effects, and a brighter future for medical practice.
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- Paolo Trucillo
- Department of Chemical, Materials and Industrial Production Engineering, University of Naples Federico II, Piazzale V. Tecchio, 80, 80125 Naples, Italy
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Lu H, Wang Y, Hill SK, Jiang H, Ke Y, Huang S, Zheng D, Perrier S, Song Q. Supra-Cyanines: Ultrabright Cyanine-Based Fluorescent Supramolecular Materials in Solution and in the Solid State. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2023; 62:e202311224. [PMID: 37840434 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202311224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Revised: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023]
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Fluorescent materials with high brightness play a crucial role in the advancement of various technologies such as bioimaging, photonics, and OLEDs. While significant efforts are dedicated to designing new organic dyes with improved performance, enhancing the brightness of existing dyes holds equal importance. In this study, we present a simple supramolecular strategy to develop ultrabright cyanine-based fluorescent materials by addressing long-standing challenges associated with cyanine dyes, including undesired cis-trans photoisomerization and aggregation-caused quenching. Supra-cyanines are obtained by incorporating cyanine moieties in a cyclic peptide-based supramolecular scaffold, and exhibit high fluorescence quantum yields (up to 50 %) in both solution and in the solid state. These findings offer a versatile approach for constructing highly emissive cyanine-based supramolecular materials.
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- Haicheng Lu
- Shenzhen Grubbs Institute, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Shenzhen Grubbs Institute, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL, UK
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- Institute of High Energy Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), Beijing, 100049, China
- Spallation Neutron Source Science Center, Dongguan, 523803, China
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- Institute of High Energy Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), Beijing, 100049, China
- Spallation Neutron Source Science Center, Dongguan, 523803, China
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- School of Life Sciences, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 101499, China
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- LightEdge Technologies Limited, Zhongshan, 528451, China
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL, UK
- Warwick Medical School, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL, UK
- Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University, Parkville, VIC 3052, Australia
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- Shenzhen Grubbs Institute, Southern University of Science and Technology, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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He X, Liu S, Hu X, Huang X, Zhang H, Mao X. Precious metal clusters as fundamental agents in bioimaging usability. Front Chem 2023; 11:1296036. [PMID: 38025077 PMCID: PMC10665568 DOI: 10.3389/fchem.2023.1296036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Fluorescent nanomaterials (NMs) are widely used in imaging techniques in biomedical research. Especially in bioimaging systems, with the rapid development of imaging nanotechnology, precious metal clusters such as Au, Ag, and Cu NMs have emerged with different functional agents for biomedical applications. Compared with traditional fluorescent molecules, precious metal clusters have the advantages of high optical stability, easy regulation of shape and size, and multifunctionalization. In addition, NMs possess strong photoluminescent properties with good photostability, high release rate, and sub-nanometer size. They could be treated as fundamental agents in bioimaging usability. This review summarizes the recent advances in bioimaging utilization, it conveys that metal clusters refer to Au, Ag, and Cu fluorescent clusters and could provide a generalized overview of their full applications. It includes optical property measurement, precious metal clusters in bioimaging systems, and a rare earth element-doped heterogeneous structure illustrated in biomedical imaging with specific examples, that provide new and innovative ideas for fluorescent NMs in the field of bioimaging usability.
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- Xiaoxiao He
- Department of Medical Engineering, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Biomedical Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Biomedical Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Medical Engineering, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Medical Engineering, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Ultrasound in Medicine and Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Biomedical Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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Dai J, Ouyang H, Wei S, Chen B, Dong X, Hu JJ, Wu M, Wang S, Xia F, Lou X. Cancer-Associated Fibroblast Mimetic AIE Probe for Precision Imaging-Guided Full-Cycle Management of Ovarian Cancer Surgery. Anal Chem 2023; 95:15068-15077. [PMID: 37767787 DOI: 10.1021/acs.analchem.3c03164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/29/2023]
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Fluorescence imaging can improve surgical accuracy in ovarian cancer, but a high signal-to-noise ratio is crucial for tiny metastatic cancers. Meanwhile, intraoperative fluorescent surgical navigation modalities alone are still insufficient to completely remove ovarian cancer lesions, and the recurrence rate remains high. Here, we constructed a cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs)-mimetic aggregation-induced emission (AIE) probe to enable full-cycle management of surgery that eliminates recurrence. AIE molecules (P3-PPh3) were packed in hollow mesoporous silica nanoparticles (HMSNs) to form HMSN-probe and then coated with a CAFs membrane to prepare CAF-probe. First, due to the negative potential of the CAF-probe, the circulation time in vivo is elevated, which facilitates passive tumor targeting. Second, the CAF-probe avoids its clearance by the immune system and improves the bioavailability. Finally, the fibronectin on the CAF-probe specifically binds to integrin α-5 (ITGA5), which is highly expressed in ovarian cancer cells, enabling fluorescence imaging with a contrast of up to 8.6. CAF-probe-based fluorescence imaging is used to evaluate the size and location of ovarian cancer before surgery (preoperative evaluation), to guide tumor removal during surgery (intraoperative navigation), and to monitor tumor recurrence after surgery (postoperative monitoring), ultimately significantly improving the efficiency of surgery and completely eliminating tumor recurrence. In conclusion, we constructed a CAFs mimetic AIE probe and established a full-cycle surgical management model based on its precise imaging properties, which significantly reduced the recurrence of ovarian cancer.
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- Jun Dai
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430034, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biogeology and Environmental Geology, Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430034, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430034, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430034, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biogeology and Environmental Geology, Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430034, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430034, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biogeology and Environmental Geology, Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biogeology and Environmental Geology, Faculty of Materials Science and Chemistry, China University of Geosciences, Wuhan 430074, China
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Czerniel J, Gostyńska A, Jańczak J, Stawny M. A critical review of the novelties in the development of intravenous nanoemulsions. Eur J Pharm Biopharm 2023; 191:36-56. [PMID: 37586663 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejpb.2023.08.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2023] [Revised: 07/10/2023] [Accepted: 08/12/2023] [Indexed: 08/18/2023]
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Nanoemulsions have gained increasing attention in recent years as a drug delivery system due to their ability to improve the solubility and bioavailability of poorly water-soluble drugs. This systematic review aimed to collect and critically analyze recent novelties in developing, designing, and optimizing intravenous nanoemulsions appearing in articles published between 2017 and 2022. The applied methodology involved searching two electronic databases PubMed and Scopus, using the keyword "nanoemulsion" in combination with "intravenous" or "parenteral". The resulting original articles were classified by the method of preparation into different categories. An overview of the current methods used for the preparation of such formulations, including high- and low-energy emulsification, was provided. The advantages and disadvantages of these methods were discussed, as well as their potential impact on the properties of the developed intravenous nanoemulsions. The problem of inconsistency in intravenous nanoemulsion terminology may lead to misunderstandings and misinterpretations of their properties and applications was also undertaken. Finally, the regulatory aspects of intravenous nanoemulsions, the state of the art in the field of intravenous emulsifiers, and the future perspectives were presented.
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- Joanna Czerniel
- Chair and Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, 6 Grunwaldzka, 60 - 780 Poznan, Poland
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- Chair and Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, 6 Grunwaldzka, 60 - 780 Poznan, Poland.
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- Chair and Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, 6 Grunwaldzka, 60 - 780 Poznan, Poland
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- Chair and Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, 6 Grunwaldzka, 60 - 780 Poznan, Poland
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Itzhaki E, Elias Y, Moskovits N, Stemmer SM, Margel S. Proteinoid Polymers and Nanocapsules for Cancer Diagnostics, Therapy and Theranostics: In Vitro and In Vivo Studies. J Funct Biomater 2023; 14:jfb14040215. [PMID: 37103305 PMCID: PMC10145953 DOI: 10.3390/jfb14040215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2023] [Revised: 03/29/2023] [Accepted: 04/06/2023] [Indexed: 04/28/2023] Open
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Proteinoids-simple polymers composed of amino acids-were suggested decades ago by Fox and coworkers to form spontaneously by heat. These special polymers may self-assemble in micrometer structures called proteinoid microspheres, presented as the protocells of life on earth. Interest in proteinoids increased in recent years, in particular for nano-biomedicine. They were produced by stepwise polymerization of 3-4 amino acids. Proteinoids based on the RGD motif were prepared for targeting tumors. Nanocapsules form by heating proteinoids in an aqueous solution and slowly cooling to room temperature. Proteinoid polymers and nanocapsules suit many biomedical applications owing to their non-toxicity, biocompatibility and immune safety. Drugs and/or imaging reagents for cancer diagnostic, therapeutic and theranostic applications were encapsulated by dissolving them in aqueous proteinoid solutions. Here, recent in vitro and in vivo studies are reviewed.
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- Ella Itzhaki
- Department of Chemistry and Institute of Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat-Gan 5290002, Israel
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- Department of Chemistry and Institute of Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat-Gan 5290002, Israel
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- Felsenstein Medical Research Center, Petah Tikva 49100, Israel
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- Felsenstein Medical Research Center, Petah Tikva 49100, Israel
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv 6997801, Israel
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- Department of Chemistry and Institute of Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat-Gan 5290002, Israel
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Yu J, Jiang G, Wang J. In Vivo Fluorescence Imaging-Guided Development of Near-Infrared AIEgens. Chem Asian J 2023; 18:e202201251. [PMID: 36637344 DOI: 10.1002/asia.202201251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2022] [Revised: 01/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/13/2023] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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In vivo fluorescence imaging has received extensive attention due to its distinguished advantages of excellent biosafety, high sensitivity, dual temporal-spatial resolution, real-time monitoring ability, and non-invasiveness. Aggregation-induced emission luminogens (AIEgens) with near-infrared (NIR) absorption and emission wavelengths are ideal candidate for in vivo fluorescence imaging for their large Stokes shift, high brightness and superior photostability. NIR emissive AIEgens provide deep tissue penetration depth as well as low interference from tissue autofluorescence. Here in this review, we summarize the molecular engineering strategies for constructing NIR AIEgens with high performances, including extending π-conjugation system and strengthen donor (D)-acceptor (A) interactions. Then the encapsulation strategies for increasing water solubility and biocompatibility of these NIR AIEgens are highlighted. Finally, the challenges and prospect of fabricating NIR AIEgens for in vivo fluorescence imaging are also discussed. We hope this review would provide some guidelines for further exploration of new NIR AIEgens.
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- Jia Yu
- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Inner Mongolia University, Hohhot, 010021, P. R. China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Inner Mongolia University, Hohhot, 010021, P. R. China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Inner Mongolia University, Hohhot, 010021, P. R. China
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Haleem A, Javaid M, Singh RP, Rab S, Suman R. Applications of Nanotechnology in Medical field. GLOBAL HEALTH JOURNAL 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.glohj.2023.02.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/27/2023] Open
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Liu F, Anton N, Niko Y, Klymchenko AS. Controlled Release and Capture of Aldehydes by Dynamic Imine Chemistry in Nanoemulsions: From Delivery to Detoxification. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2023; 6:246-256. [PMID: 36516427 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.2c00861] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Current biomedical applications of nanocarriers are focused on drug delivery, where encapsulated cargo is released in the target tissues under the control of external stimuli. Here, we propose a very different approach, where the active toxic molecules are removed from biological tissues by the nanocarrier. It is based on the drug-sponge concept, where specific molecules are captured by the lipid nanoemulsion (NE) droplets due to dynamic covalent chemistry inside their oil core. To this end, we designed a highly lipophilic amine (LipoAmine) capable of reacting with a free cargo-aldehyde (fluorescent dye and 4-hydroxynonenal toxin) directly inside lipid NEs, yielding a lipophilic imine conjugate well encapsulated in the oil core. The formation of imine bonds was first validated using a push-pull pyrene aldehyde dye, which changes its emission color during the reaction. The conjugate formation was independently confirmed by mass spectrometry. As a result, LipoAmine-loaded NEs spontaneously loaded cargo-aldehydes, yielding formulations stable against leakage at pH 7.4, which can further release the cargo in a low pH range (4-6) in solutions and living cells. Using fluorescence microscopy, we showed that LipoAmine NEs can extract pyrene aldehyde dye from cells as well as from an epithelial tissue (chicken skin). Moreover, successful extraction from cells was also achieved for a highly toxic aliphatic aldehyde 4-hydroxynonenal, which allowed obtaining the proof of concept for detoxification of living cells. Taken together, these results show that the dynamic imine chemistry inside NEs can be used to develop detoxification platforms.
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- Fei Liu
- Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies, UMR 7021 CNRS, Université de Strasbourg, 74 route du Rhin, Illkirch 67401, France.,INSERM UMR 1260, Regenerative Nanomedicine (RNM), CRBS, Université de Strasbourg, Strasbourg 67000, France
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- INSERM UMR 1260, Regenerative Nanomedicine (RNM), CRBS, Université de Strasbourg, Strasbourg 67000, France
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- Research and Education Faculty, Multidisciplinary Science Cluster, Interdisciplinary Science Unit, Kochi University, 2-5-1, Akebono-cho, Kochi-shi, Kochi 780-8520, Japan
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- Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies, UMR 7021 CNRS, Université de Strasbourg, 74 route du Rhin, Illkirch 67401, France
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Wang X, Anton H, Vandamme T, Anton N. Updated insight into the characterization of nano-emulsions. Expert Opin Drug Deliv 2023; 20:93-114. [PMID: 36453201 DOI: 10.1080/17425247.2023.2154075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2022]
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INTRODUCTION In most of the studies, nano-emulsion characterization is limited to their size distribution and zeta potential. In this review, we present an updated insight of the characterization methods of nano-emulsions, including new or unconventional experimental approaches to explore in depth the nano-emulsion properties. AREA COVERED We propose an overview of all the main techniques used to characterize nano-emulsions, including the most classical ones, up to in vitro, ex vivo and in vivo evaluation. Innovative approaches are then presented in the second part of the review that presents innovative, experimental techniques less known in the field of nano-emulsion such as the nanoparticle tracking analysis, small-angle X-ray scattering, Raman spectroscopy, and nuclear magnetic resonance. Finally, in the last part we discuss the use of lipophilic fluorescent probes and imaging techniques as an emerging tool to understand the nano-emulsion droplet stability, surface decoration, release mechanisms, and in vivo fate. EXPERT OPINION This review is mostly intended for a broad readership and provides key tools regarding the choice of the approach to characterize nano-emulsions. Innovative and uncommon methods will be precious to disclose the information potentially reachable behind a formulation of nano-emulsions, not always known in first intention and with conventional methods.
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- Xinyue Wang
- Université de Strasbourg, CNRS, CAMB UMR 7199, F-67000 Strasbourg, France
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- Université de Strasbourg, CNRS, Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies UMR 7021, F-67000 Strasbourg, France
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- Université de Strasbourg, INSERM, Regenerative nanomedicine UMR 1260, Centre de Recherche en Biomédecine de Strasbourg (CRBS), F-67000 Strasbourg, France
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- Université de Strasbourg, INSERM, Regenerative nanomedicine UMR 1260, Centre de Recherche en Biomédecine de Strasbourg (CRBS), F-67000 Strasbourg, France
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Bezrukov A, Galyametdinov Y. Tuning Properties of Polyelectrolyte-Surfactant Associates in Two-Phase Microfluidic Flows. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:5480. [PMID: 36559847 PMCID: PMC9788532 DOI: 10.3390/polym14245480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2022] [Revised: 12/07/2022] [Accepted: 12/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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This work focuses on identifying and prioritizing factors that allow control of the properties of polyelectrolyte-surfactant complexes in two-phase microfluidic confinement and provide advantages over synthesis of such complexes in macroscopic conditions. We characterize the impact of polymer and surfactant aqueous flow conditions on the formation of microscale droplets and fluid threads in the presence of an immiscible organic solvent. We perform an experimental and selected numerical analysis of fast supramolecular reactions in droplets and threads. The work offers a quantitative control over properties of polyelectrolyte-surfactant complexes produced in two-phase confinement by varying capillary numbers and the ratio of aqueous and organic flowrates. We propose a combined thread-droplet mode to synthesize polyelectrolyte-surfactant complexes. This mode allows the production of complexes in a broader size range of R ≈ 70-200 nm, as compared with synthesis in macroscopic conditions and the respective sizes R ≈ 100-120 nm. Due to a minimized impact of undesirable post-chip reactions and ordered microfluidic confinement conditions, the dispersity of microfluidic aggregates (PDI = 0.2-0.25) is lower than that of their analogs synthesized in bulk (PDI = 0.3-0.4). The proposed approach can be used for tailored synthesis of target drug delivery polyelectrolyte-surfactant systems in lab-on-chip devices for biomedical applications.
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- Artem Bezrukov
- Department of Physical and Colloid Chemistry, Kazan National Research Technological University, 420015 Kazan, Russia
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Fluorescent Multifunctional Organic Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery and Bioimaging: A Tutorial Review. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14112498. [PMID: 36432688 PMCID: PMC9698844 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14112498] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2022] [Revised: 11/08/2022] [Accepted: 11/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Fluorescent organic nanoparticles (FONs) are a large family of nanostructures constituted by organic components that emit light in different spectral regions upon excitation, due to the presence of organic fluorophores. FONs are of great interest for numerous biological and medical applications, due to their high tunability in terms of composition, morphology, surface functionalization, and optical properties. Multifunctional FONs combine several functionalities in a single nanostructure (emission of light, carriers for drug-delivery, functionalization with targeting ligands, etc.), opening the possibility of using the same nanoparticle for diagnosis and therapy. The preparation, characterization, and application of these multifunctional FONs require a multidisciplinary approach. In this review, we present FONs following a tutorial approach, with the aim of providing a general overview of the different aspects of the design, preparation, and characterization of FONs. The review encompasses the most common FONs developed to date, the description of the most important features of fluorophores that determine the optical properties of FONs, an overview of the preparation methods and of the optical characterization techniques, and the description of the theoretical approaches that are currently adopted for modeling FONs. The last part of the review is devoted to a non-exhaustive selection of some recent biomedical applications of FONs.
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Matsuura H, Kawakami R, Isoe M, Hoshihara M, Minami Y, Yatsuzuka K, Tsuda T, Murakami M, Suzuki Y, Kawamata J, Imamura T, Hadano S, Watanabe S, Niko Y. NIR-II-Excitable Dye-Loaded Nanoemulsions for Two-Photon Microscopy Imaging of Capillary Blood Vessels in the Entire Hippocampal CA1 Region of Living Mice. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:40481-40490. [PMID: 36063083 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c03299] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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For in vivo two-photon fluorescence microscopy (2PM) imaging, the development of techniques that can improve the observable depth and temporal resolution is an important challenge to address biological and biomedical concerns such as vascular dynamics in the deep brain (typically the hippocampal region) of living animals. Improvements have been achieved through two approaches: an optical approach using a highly tissue-penetrating excitation laser oscillating in the second near-infrared wavelength region (NIR-II, 1100-1350 nm) and a chemical approach employing fluorescent probes with high two-photon brightness (characterized by the product of the two-photon absorption cross section, σ2, and the fluorescence quantum yield, Φ). To integrate these two approaches, we developed a fluorescent dye exhibiting a sufficiently high σ2Φ value of 68 Goeppert-Mayer units at 1100 nm. When a nanoemulsion encapsulating >1000 dye molecules per particle and a 1100 nm laser were employed for 2PM imaging, capillary blood vessels in almost the entire hippocampal CA1 region of the mouse brain (approximately 1.1-1.5 mm below the surface) were clearly visualized at a frame rate of 30 frames s-1 (averaged over eight frames, practically 3.75 frames s-1). This observable depth and frame rate are much higher than those in previous reports on 2PM imaging. Furthermore, this nanoemulsion allowed for the visualization of blood vessels at a depth of 1.8 mm, corresponding to the hippocampal dentate gyrus. These results highlight the advantage of combining bright probes with NIR-II lasers. Our probe is a promising tool for studying the vascular dynamics of living animals and related diseases.
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- Hitomi Matsuura
- Research and Education Faculty, Multidisciplinary Science Cluster, Interdisciplinary Science Unit, Kochi University, 2-5-1, Akebono-cho, Kochi-shi, Kochi 780-8520, Japan
- TOSA Innovative Human Development Programs, Kochi University, 2-5-1, Akebono-cho, Kochi-shi, Kochi 780-8520, Japan
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- Department of Molecular Medicine for Pathogenesis, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa, Toon, Ehime 791-0295, Japan
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- Research and Education Faculty, Multidisciplinary Science Cluster, Interdisciplinary Science Unit, Kochi University, 2-5-1, Akebono-cho, Kochi-shi, Kochi 780-8520, Japan
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- Graduate School of Sciences and Technology for Innovation, Yamaguchi University, 1677-1, Yoshida, Yamaguchi-shi, Yamaguchi 753-8512, Japan
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- Graduate School of Sciences and Technology for Innovation, Yamaguchi University, 1677-1, Yoshida, Yamaguchi-shi, Yamaguchi 753-8512, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa, Toon, Ehime 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa, Toon, Ehime 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Dermatology, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa, Toon, Ehime 791-0295, Japan
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- Graduate School of Sciences and Technology for Innovation, Yamaguchi University, 1677-1, Yoshida, Yamaguchi-shi, Yamaguchi 753-8512, Japan
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- Graduate School of Sciences and Technology for Innovation, Yamaguchi University, 1677-1, Yoshida, Yamaguchi-shi, Yamaguchi 753-8512, Japan
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- Department of Molecular Medicine for Pathogenesis, Graduate School of Medicine, Ehime University, Shitsukawa, Toon, Ehime 791-0295, Japan
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- Research and Education Faculty, Multidisciplinary Science Cluster, Interdisciplinary Science Unit, Kochi University, 2-5-1, Akebono-cho, Kochi-shi, Kochi 780-8520, Japan
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- Research and Education Faculty, Multidisciplinary Science Cluster, Interdisciplinary Science Unit, Kochi University, 2-5-1, Akebono-cho, Kochi-shi, Kochi 780-8520, Japan
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- Research and Education Faculty, Multidisciplinary Science Cluster, Interdisciplinary Science Unit, Kochi University, 2-5-1, Akebono-cho, Kochi-shi, Kochi 780-8520, Japan
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Kaeokhamloed N, Legeay S, Roger E. FRET as the tool for in vivo nanomedicine tracking. J Control Release 2022; 349:156-173. [PMID: 35779657 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2022.06.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2022] [Revised: 06/20/2022] [Accepted: 06/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Advanced drug delivery system utilizing a nanocarrier is the major application of nanotechnology on pharmacotherapeutics. However, despite the promising benefits and a leading trend in pharmaceutical research, nanomedicine development suffers from a poor clinical translation problem as only a handful of nanomedicine products reach the market yearly. The conventional pharmacokinetic study generally focuses only on monitoring the level of a free drug but ignores the nanocarrier's role in pharmacokinetics. One hurdle is that it is difficult to directly track intact nanocarriers in vivo to explore their pharmacokinetics. Although several imaging techniques such as radiolabeling, nuclear imaging, fluorescence imaging, etc., have been developed over the past few years, currently, one method that can successfully track the intact nanocarriers in vivo directly is by Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET). This review summarizes the application of FRET as the in vivo nanoparticle tracker for studying the in vivo pharmacokinetics of the organic nanocarriers and gives elaborative details on the techniques utilized.
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- MINT, INSERM U1066, CNRS 6021, SFR-ICAT, University of Angers, 49333 Angers, France
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- MINT, INSERM U1066, CNRS 6021, SFR-ICAT, University of Angers, 49333 Angers, France.
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Skotland T, Iversen TG, Llorente A, Sandvig K. Biodistribution, pharmacokinetics and excretion studies of intravenously injected nanoparticles and extracellular vesicles: Possibilities and challenges. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2022; 186:114326. [PMID: 35588953 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2022.114326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2022] [Revised: 04/25/2022] [Accepted: 05/05/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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There is a large interest in developing nanoparticles and extracellular vesicles for delivery of therapeutics or imaging agents. Regulatory approval of such products requires knowledge about their biodistribution, metabolism and excretion. We here discuss possibilities and challenges of methods used for such studies, which most often are performed after labelling with radioactive isotopes or fluorescent molecules. It is important to evaluate if the labelled and unlabeled products can be expected to behave similarly in the body. Furthermore, one needs to critically consider whether the labels are still associated with the product at the time of analyses. We discuss advantages and disadvantages of different imaging modalities such as PET, SPECT, MRI, CT, ultrasound and optical imaging for whole-body biodistribution, and describe how to estimate the amount of labelled product in harvested organs and tissue. Microscopy of cells and tissues and various mass spectrometry methods are also discussed in this review.
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García-Melero J, López-Mitjavila JJ, García-Celma MJ, Rodriguez-Abreu C, Grijalvo S. Rosmarinic Acid-Loaded Polymeric Nanoparticles Prepared by Low-Energy Nano-Emulsion Templating: Formulation, Biophysical Characterization, and In Vitro Studies. MATERIALS 2022; 15:ma15134572. [PMID: 35806696 PMCID: PMC9267406 DOI: 10.3390/ma15134572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2022] [Revised: 06/21/2022] [Accepted: 06/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Rosmarinic acid (RA), a caffeic acid derivative, has been loaded in polymeric nanoparticles made up of poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) through a nano-emulsion templating process using the phase-inversion composition (PIC) method at room temperature. The obtained RA-loaded nanoparticles (NPs) were colloidally stable exhibiting average diameters in the range of 70–100 nm. RA was entrapped within the PLGA polymeric network with high encapsulation efficiencies and nanoparticles were able to release RA in a rate-controlled manner. A first-order equation model fitted our experimental data and confirmed the prevalence of diffusion mechanisms. Protein corona formation on the surface of NPs was assessed upon incubation with serum proteins. Protein adsorption induced an increase in the hydrodynamic diameter and a slight shift towards more negative surface charges of the NPs. The radical scavenging activity of RA-loaded NPs was also studied using the DPPH·assay and showed a dose–response relationship between the NPs concentration and DPPH inhibition. Finally, RA-loaded NPs did not affect the cellular proliferation of the human neuroblastoma SH-SY5Y cell line and promoted efficient cellular uptake. These results are promising for expanding the use of O/W nano-emulsions in biomedical applications.
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- Jessica García-Melero
- Institute for Advanced Chemistry of Catalonia (CSIC-IQAC), Jordi Girona 18-26, E-08034 Barcelona, Spain; (J.G.-M.); (J.-J.L.-M.)
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- Institute for Advanced Chemistry of Catalonia (CSIC-IQAC), Jordi Girona 18-26, E-08034 Barcelona, Spain; (J.G.-M.); (J.-J.L.-M.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology, and Physical-Chemistry, R+D Associated Unit to CSIC Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, IN2UB, University of Barcelona, Joan XXIII 27-31, E-08028 Barcelona, Spain;
- Networking Centre in Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), Jordi Girona 18-26, E-08034 Barcelona, Spain
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- Institute for Advanced Chemistry of Catalonia (CSIC-IQAC), Jordi Girona 18-26, E-08034 Barcelona, Spain; (J.G.-M.); (J.-J.L.-M.)
- Networking Centre in Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), Jordi Girona 18-26, E-08034 Barcelona, Spain
- Correspondence: (C.R.-A.); (S.G.)
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- Networking Centre in Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), Jordi Girona 18-26, E-08034 Barcelona, Spain
- Correspondence: (C.R.-A.); (S.G.)
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Khalin I, Adarsh N, Schifferer M, Wehn A, Groschup B, Misgeld T, Klymchenko A, Plesnila N. Size-Selective Transfer of Lipid Nanoparticle-Based Drug Carriers Across the Blood Brain Barrier Via Vascular Occlusions Following Traumatic Brain Injury. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2022; 18:e2200302. [PMID: 35384294 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202200302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2022] [Revised: 03/10/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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The current lack of understanding about how nanocarriers cross the blood-brain barrier (BBB) in the healthy and injured brain is hindering the clinical translation of nanoscale brain-targeted drug-delivery systems. Here, the bio-distribution of lipid nano-emulsion droplets (LNDs) of two sizes (30 and 80 nm) in the mouse brain after traumatic brain injury (TBI) is investigated. The highly fluorescent LNDs are prepared by loading them with octadecyl rhodamine B and a bulky hydrophobic counter-ion, tetraphenylborate. Using in vivo two-photon and confocal imaging, the circulation kinetics and bio-distribution of LNDs in the healthy and injured mouse brain are studied. It is found that after TBI, LNDs of both sizes accumulate at vascular occlusions, where specifically 30 nm LNDs extravasate into the brain parenchyma and reach neurons. The vascular occlusions are not associated with bleedings, but instead are surrounded by processes of activated microglia, suggesting a specific opening of the BBB. Finally, correlative light-electron microscopy reveals 30 nm LNDs in endothelial vesicles, while 80 nm particles remain in the vessel lumen, indicating size-selective vesicular transport across the BBB via vascular occlusions. The data suggest that microvascular occlusions serve as "gates" for the transport of nanocarriers across the BBB.
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- Igor Khalin
- Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research, University of Munich Medical Center, 81377, Munich, Germany
- Cluster for Systems Neurology, Munich, Germany
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- Laboratory de Biophotonique et Pharmacologie, University of Strasbourg, Strasbourg, 67401, France
- Department of Polymer Chemistry, Government College Attingal, Kerala, 695101, India
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- Cluster for Systems Neurology, Munich, Germany
- German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases, 81377, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research, University of Munich Medical Center, 81377, Munich, Germany
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- Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research, University of Munich Medical Center, 81377, Munich, Germany
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- Cluster for Systems Neurology, Munich, Germany
- German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases, 81377, Munich, Germany
- Institute of Neuronal Cell Biology, School of Medicine, Technical University of Munich, 80802, Munich, Germany
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- Laboratory de Biophotonique et Pharmacologie, University of Strasbourg, Strasbourg, 67401, France
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- Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research, University of Munich Medical Center, 81377, Munich, Germany
- Cluster for Systems Neurology, Munich, Germany
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Norouz Dizaji A, Yazdani Kohneshahri M, Gafil S, Muhammed MT, Ozkan T, Inci I, Uzun C, Yalcin EA. Fluorescence labelled XT5 modified nano-capsules enable highly sensitive myeloma cells detection. NANOTECHNOLOGY 2022; 33:265101. [PMID: 35325883 DOI: 10.1088/1361-6528/ac60dc] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2021] [Accepted: 03/24/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Accurate diagnosis of cancer cells in early stages plays an important role in reliable therapeutic strategies. In this study, we aimed to develop fluorescence-conjugated polymer carrying nanocapsules (NCs) which is highly selective for myeloma cancer cells. To gain specific targeting properties, NCs, XT5 molecules (a benzamide derivative) which shows high affinity properties against protease-activated receptor-1 (PAR1), that overexpressed in myeloma cancer cells, was used. For this purpose, 1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanolamine-N-[carboxy(polyethylene glycol)-2000]-carboxylic acid (DSPE-PEG2000-COOH) molecules, as a main encapsulation material, was conjugated to XT5 molecules due to esterification reaction using N,N'-dicyclohexylcarbodiimide as a coupling agent. The synthesized DSPE-PEG2000-COO-XT5 was characterized by using FT-IR and1H NMR spectroscopies and results indicated that XT5 molecules were successfully conjugated to DSPE-PEG2000-COOH. Poly(fluorene-alt-benzothiadiazole) (PFBT) conjugated polymer (CP) was encapsulated with DSPE-PEG2000-COO-XT5 due to dissolving in tetrahydrofuran and ultra-sonication in an aqueous solution, respectively. The morphological properties, UV-vis absorbance, and emission properties of obtainedCPencapsulatedDSPE-PEG2000-COO-XT5(CPDP-XT5) NCs was determined by utilizing scanning electron microscopy, UV-vis spectroscopy, and fluorescent spectroscopy, respectively. Cytotoxicity properties of CPDP-XT5 was evaluated by performing MTT assay on RPMI 8226 myeloma cell lines. Cell viability results confirmed that XT5 molecules were successfully conjugated to DSPE-PEG2000-COOH. Specific targeting properties of CPDP-XT5 NCs and XT5-free NCs (CPDP NCs) were investigated on RPMI 8226 myeloma cell lines by utilizing fluorescent microscopy and results indicated that CPDP-XT5 NCs shows significantly high affinity in comparison to CPDP NCs against the cells. Homology modeling and molecular docking properties of XT5 molecules were evaluated and simulation results confirmed our results.
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- Araz Norouz Dizaji
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Hacettepe University, 06800-Ankara, Turkey
- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ankara University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Hacettepe University, 06800-Ankara, Turkey
- Gelisim Medikal, Tibbi malz. Paz. San ve Tic. Ltd Sti, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ankara University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Suleyman Demirel University, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Isparta, Turkey
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- Department of Medical Biology, School of Medicine, Ankara University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Izmir Democracy University, Vocational School of Health Services, Department of Dentistry Services, Dental Prosthetics Technology, Izmir-35140, Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Hacettepe University, 06800-Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ankara University, Ankara, Turkey
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Liu F, Danylchuk DI, Andreiuk B, Klymchenko AS. Dynamic covalent chemistry in live cells for organelle targeting and enhanced photodynamic action. Chem Sci 2022; 13:3652-3660. [PMID: 35432899 PMCID: PMC8966643 DOI: 10.1039/d1sc04770a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2021] [Accepted: 02/03/2022] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Organelle-specific targeting enables increasing the therapeutic index of drugs and localizing probes for better visualization of cellular processes. Current targeting strategies require conjugation of a molecule of interest with organelle-targeting ligands. Here, we propose a concept of dynamic covalent targeting of organelles where the molecule is conjugated with its ligand directly inside live cells through a dynamic covalent bond. For this purpose, we prepared a series of organelle-targeting ligands with a hydrazide residue for reacting with dyes and drugs bearing a ketone group. We show that dynamic hydrazone bond can be formed between these hydrazide ligands and a ketone-functionalized Nile Red dye (NRK) in situ in model lipid membranes or nanoemulsion droplets. Fluorescence imaging in live cells reveals that the targeting hydrazide ligands can induce preferential localization of NRK dye and an anti-cancer drug doxorubicin in plasma membranes, mitochondria and lipid droplets. Thus, with help of the dynamic covalent targeting, it becomes possible to direct a given bioactive molecule to any desired organelle inside the cell without its initial functionalization by the targeting ligand. Localizing the same NRK dye in different organelles by the hydrazide ligands is found to affect drastically its photodynamic activity, with the most pronounced phototoxic effects in mitochondria and plasma membranes. The capacity of this approach to tune biological activity of molecules can improve efficacy of drugs and help to understand better their intracellular mechanisms.
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- Fei Liu
- Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies, UMR 7021 CNRS, ITI Chimie des Systèmes Complexes, Université de Strasbourg 74 Route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
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- Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies, UMR 7021 CNRS, ITI Chimie des Systèmes Complexes, Université de Strasbourg 74 Route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
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- Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies, UMR 7021 CNRS, ITI Chimie des Systèmes Complexes, Université de Strasbourg 74 Route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
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- Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies, UMR 7021 CNRS, ITI Chimie des Systèmes Complexes, Université de Strasbourg 74 Route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
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Schmitt S, Huppertsberg A, Klefenz A, Kaps L, Mailänder V, Schuppan D, Butt HJ, Nuhn L, Koynov K. Fluorescence Correlation Spectroscopy Monitors the Fate of Degradable Nanocarriers in the Blood Stream. Biomacromolecules 2022; 23:1065-1074. [PMID: 35061359 PMCID: PMC8924869 DOI: 10.1021/acs.biomac.1c01407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2021] [Revised: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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The use of nanoparticles as carriers to deliver pharmacologically active compounds to specific parts of the body via the bloodstream is a promising therapeutic approach for the effective treatment of various diseases. To reach their target sites, nanocarriers (NCs) need to circulate in the bloodstream for prolonged periods without aggregation, degradation, or cargo loss. However, it is very difficult to identify and monitor small-sized NCs and their cargo in the dense and highly complex blood environment. Here, we present a new fluorescence correlation spectroscopy-based method that allows the precise characterization of fluorescently labeled NCs in samples of less than 50 μL of whole blood. The NC size, concentration, and loading efficiency can be measured to evaluate circulation times, stability, or premature drug release. We apply the new method to follow the fate of pH-degradable fluorescent cargo-loaded nanogels in the blood of live mice for periods of up to 72 h.
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- Sascha Schmitt
- Max
Planck Institute for Polymer Research, Ackermannweg 10, 55128 Mainz, Germany
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- Max
Planck Institute for Polymer Research, Ackermannweg 10, 55128 Mainz, Germany
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- Institute
for Translational Immunology and Research Center for Immune Therapy,
University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg
University, 55131 Mainz, Germany
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- Institute
for Translational Immunology and Research Center for Immune Therapy,
University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg
University, 55131 Mainz, Germany
- Department
of Internal Medicine I, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg-University, 55122 Mainz, Germany
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- Max
Planck Institute for Polymer Research, Ackermannweg 10, 55128 Mainz, Germany
- Department
of Dermatology, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg-University, 55122 Mainz, Germany
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- Institute
for Translational Immunology and Research Center for Immune Therapy,
University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg
University, 55131 Mainz, Germany
- Division
of Gastroenterology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, 02115 Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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- Max
Planck Institute for Polymer Research, Ackermannweg 10, 55128 Mainz, Germany
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- Max
Planck Institute for Polymer Research, Ackermannweg 10, 55128 Mainz, Germany
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- Max
Planck Institute for Polymer Research, Ackermannweg 10, 55128 Mainz, Germany
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Harish V, Tewari D, Gaur M, Yadav AB, Swaroop S, Bechelany M, Barhoum A. Review on Nanoparticles and Nanostructured Materials: Bioimaging, Biosensing, Drug Delivery, Tissue Engineering, Antimicrobial, and Agro-Food Applications. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:457. [PMID: 35159802 PMCID: PMC8839643 DOI: 10.3390/nano12030457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 114] [Impact Index Per Article: 57.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2022] [Revised: 01/19/2022] [Accepted: 01/23/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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In the last few decades, the vast potential of nanomaterials for biomedical and healthcare applications has been extensively investigated. Several case studies demonstrated that nanomaterials can offer solutions to the current challenges of raw materials in the biomedical and healthcare fields. This review describes the different nanoparticles and nanostructured material synthesis approaches and presents some emerging biomedical, healthcare, and agro-food applications. This review focuses on various nanomaterial types (e.g., spherical, nanorods, nanotubes, nanosheets, nanofibers, core-shell, and mesoporous) that can be synthesized from different raw materials and their emerging applications in bioimaging, biosensing, drug delivery, tissue engineering, antimicrobial, and agro-foods. Depending on their morphology (e.g., size, aspect ratio, geometry, porosity), nanomaterials can be used as formulation modifiers, moisturizers, nanofillers, additives, membranes, and films. As toxicological assessment depends on sizes and morphologies, stringent regulation is needed from the testing of efficient nanomaterials dosages. The challenges and perspectives for an industrial breakthrough of nanomaterials are related to the optimization of production and processing conditions.
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- Vancha Harish
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab 144401, India; (V.H.); (D.T.)
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab 144401, India; (V.H.); (D.T.)
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- Centre of Biotechnology, University of Allahabad, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh 211002, India;
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- Centre of Biotechnology, University of Allahabad, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh 211002, India;
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- Department of Biochemistry, Central University of Rajasthan, Ajmer 305817, India;
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- Institut Européen des Membranes, IEM UMR 5635, University Montpellier, ENSCM, CNRS, 34730 Montpellier, France
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- NanoStruc Research Group, Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, Ain Helwan, Cairo 11795, Egypt
- National Centre for Sensor Research, School of Chemical Sciences, Dublin City University, D09 Y074 Dublin, Ireland
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Raza F, Zafar H, Khan MW, Ullah A, Khan AU, Baseer A, Fareed R, Sohail M. Recent advances in the targeted delivery of paclitaxel nanomedicine for cancer therapy. MATERIALS ADVANCES 2022; 3:2268-2290. [DOI: 10.1039/d1ma00961c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Cancer cases have reached an all-time high in the current era.
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- Faisal Raza
- School of Pharmacy, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Shantou University Medical College, Shantou, 515041, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Abasyn University, Peshawar, Pakistan
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- Riphah Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Riphah International University Islamabad, Pakistan
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- School of Pharmacy, Yantai University, Shandong, 264005, China
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Bouhoute M, Nakajima M, Isoda H. Design of nanoemulgel using Argania spinosa microfibrillated cellulose and natural emulsifiers foreseeing melanogenesis enhancement. Carbohydr Polym 2021; 274:118632. [PMID: 34702455 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2021.118632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2021] [Revised: 07/19/2021] [Accepted: 08/11/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Nanotechnology is a route of choice that improves administration and efficacy of bioactive compounds. In this study, nanoemulgels were prepared using microfibrillated cellulose from Argania spinosa shell (AS-MFC) and Argan shell (ASE) or Argan press cake extracts (APC) as natural emulsifiers. Oil-in-water (O/W) nanoemulsions were prepared using different natural emulsifiers or synthetic emulsifiers and presented a nano size (d3,2 < 140 nm). Following that, the nanoemulsions were incorporated within AS-MFC matrix and rheological properties confirmed a shear thinning behavior. Confocal micrographs of nanoemulgels confirmed the dispersion of nanoemulsions in the AS-MFC network without affecting the nanoemulsions stability. Finally, in vitro bioassay on B16F10 using ASE or APC nanoemulsions was conducted. This study confirmed cell permeation in B16F10 cells of formulated nanoemulsions and the upregulation of melanin content up to 30% more that the untreated cells. This study designed novel MFC nanoemulgel with high potential application in healthcare and cosmetic field.
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- Meryem Bouhoute
- Alliance for Research on the Mediterranean and North Africa (ARENA), University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-0006, Japan
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- Alliance for Research on the Mediterranean and North Africa (ARENA), University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-0006, Japan; Faculty of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8577, Japan
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- Alliance for Research on the Mediterranean and North Africa (ARENA), University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-0006, Japan; Faculty of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8577, Japan.
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Porubský M, Vychodilová K, Milićević D, Buděšinský M, Stanková J, Džubák P, Hajdúch M, Hlaváč J. Cytotoxicity of Amino-BODIPY Modulated via Conjugation with 2-Phenyl-3-Hydroxy-4(1H)-Quinolinones. ChemistryOpen 2021; 10:1104-1110. [PMID: 34427046 PMCID: PMC8562313 DOI: 10.1002/open.202100025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2021] [Revised: 07/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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The combination of cytotoxic amino-BODIPY dye and 2-phenyl-3-hydroxy-4(1H)-quinolinone (3-HQ) derivatives into one molecule gave rise to selective activity against lymphoblastic or myeloid leukemia and the simultaneous disappearance of the cytotoxicity against normal cells. Both species' conjugation can be realized via a disulfide linker cleavable in the presence of glutathione characteristic for cancer cells. The cleavage liberating the free amino-BODIPY dye and 3-HQ derivative can be monitored by ratiometric fluorescence or by the OFF-ON effect of the amino-BODIPY dye. A similar cytotoxic activity is observed when the amino-BODIPY dye and 3-HQ derivative are connected through a non-cleavable maleimide linker. The work reports the synthesis of several conjugates, the study of their cleavage inside cells, and cytotoxic screening.
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- Martin Porubský
- Department of Organic ChemistryFaculty of SciencePalacký UniversityTř. 17. Listopadu 12771 46OlomoucCzech Republic
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- Institute of Molecular and Translational MedicineFaculty of Medicine and DentistryPalacký UniversityHněvotínská 5779 00OlomoucCzech Republic
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- Department of Organic ChemistryFaculty of SciencePalacký UniversityTř. 17. Listopadu 12771 46OlomoucCzech Republic
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- Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry of the Czech Academy of SciencesFlemingovo nám. 542/2160 00PragueCzech Republic
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- Institute of Molecular and Translational MedicineFaculty of Medicine and DentistryPalacký UniversityHněvotínská 5779 00OlomoucCzech Republic
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- Institute of Molecular and Translational MedicineFaculty of Medicine and DentistryPalacký UniversityHněvotínská 5779 00OlomoucCzech Republic
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- Institute of Molecular and Translational MedicineFaculty of Medicine and DentistryPalacký UniversityHněvotínská 5779 00OlomoucCzech Republic
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- Department of Organic ChemistryFaculty of SciencePalacký UniversityTř. 17. Listopadu 12771 46OlomoucCzech Republic
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Díez-Villares S, Pellico J, Gómez-Lado N, Grijalvo S, Alijas S, Eritja R, Herranz F, Aguiar P, de la Fuente M. Biodistribution of 68/67Ga-Radiolabeled Sphingolipid Nanoemulsions by PET and SPECT Imaging. Int J Nanomedicine 2021; 16:5923-5935. [PMID: 34475757 PMCID: PMC8405882 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s316767] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2021] [Accepted: 07/02/2021] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Background and Purpose Non-invasive imaging methodologies, especially nuclear imaging techniques, have undergone an extraordinary development over the last years. Interest in the development of innovative tracers has prompted the emergence of new nanomaterials with a focus on nuclear imaging and therapeutical applications. Among others, organic nanoparticles are of the highest interest due to their translational potential related to their biocompatibility and biodegradability. Our group has developed a promising new type of biocompatible nanomaterials, sphingomyelin nanoemulsions (SNs). The aim of this study is to explore the potential of SNs for nuclear imaging applications. Methods Ready-to-label SNs were prepared by a one-step method using lipid derivative chelators and characterized in terms of their physicochemical properties. Stability was assessed under storage and after incubation with human serum. Chelator-functionalized SNs were radiolabeled with 67Ga and 68Ga, and the radiochemical yield (RCY), radiochemical purity (RCP) and radiochemical stability (RCS) were determined. Finally, the biodistribution of 67/68Ga-SNs was evaluated in vivo and ex vivo. Results Here, we describe a simple and mild one-step method for fast and efficient radiolabeling of SNs with 68Ga and 67Ga radioisotopes. In vivo experiments showed that 67/68Ga-SNs can efficiently and indistinctly be followed up by PET and SPECT. Additionally, we proved that the biodistribution of the 67/68Ga-SNs can be conveniently modulated by modifying the surface properties of different hydrophilic polymers, and therefore the formulation can be further adapted to the specific requirements of different biomedical applications. Conclusion This work supports 67/68Ga-SNs as a novel probe for nuclear imaging with tunable biodistribution and with great potential for the future development of nanotheranostics.
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- Sandra Díez-Villares
- Nano-Oncology and Translational Therapeutics group, Health Research Institute of Santiago de Compostela (IDIS), SERGAS, Santiago de Compostela, 15706, Spain.,Biomedical Research Networking Center on Oncology (CIBERONC), Madrid, 28029, Spain.,University of Santiago de Compostela (USC), Santiago de Compostela, 15782, Spain
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- School of Biomedical Engineering & Imaging Sciences, King's College London, St. Thomas' Hospital, London, SE1 7EH, UK.,Biomedical Research Networking Center on Respiratory Diseases (CIBERES), Madrid, 28029, Spain
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- Nuclear Medicine Department and Molecular Imaging Group, Health Research Institute of Santiago de Compostela (IDIS), SERGAS, Santiago de Compostela, 15706, Spain
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- Institute for Advanced Chemistry of Catalonia (IQAC), Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC), Barcelona, E-08034, Spain.,Biomedical Research Networking Center on Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), Madrid, 28029, Spain
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- Nano-Oncology and Translational Therapeutics group, Health Research Institute of Santiago de Compostela (IDIS), SERGAS, Santiago de Compostela, 15706, Spain
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- Institute for Advanced Chemistry of Catalonia (IQAC), Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC), Barcelona, E-08034, Spain.,Biomedical Research Networking Center on Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), Madrid, 28029, Spain
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- Biomedical Research Networking Center on Respiratory Diseases (CIBERES), Madrid, 28029, Spain.,NanoMedMol Group, Instituto de Química Medica (IQM),Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC), Madrid, 28006, Spain
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- Nuclear Medicine Department and Molecular Imaging Group, Health Research Institute of Santiago de Compostela (IDIS), SERGAS, Santiago de Compostela, 15706, Spain
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- Nano-Oncology and Translational Therapeutics group, Health Research Institute of Santiago de Compostela (IDIS), SERGAS, Santiago de Compostela, 15706, Spain.,Biomedical Research Networking Center on Oncology (CIBERONC), Madrid, 28029, Spain
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Xia W, Tao Z, Zhu B, Zhang W, Liu C, Chen S, Song M. Targeted Delivery of Drugs and Genes Using Polymer Nanocarriers for Cancer Therapy. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:9118. [PMID: 34502028 PMCID: PMC8431379 DOI: 10.3390/ijms22179118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2021] [Revised: 08/16/2021] [Accepted: 08/21/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Cancer is one of the primary causes of worldwide human deaths. Most cancer patients receive chemotherapy and radiotherapy, but these treatments are usually only partially efficacious and lead to a variety of serious side effects. Therefore, it is necessary to develop new therapeutic strategies. The emergence of nanotechnology has had a profound impact on general clinical treatment. The application of nanotechnology has facilitated the development of nano-drug delivery systems (NDDSs) that are highly tumor selective and allow for the slow release of active anticancer drugs. In recent years, vehicles such as liposomes, dendrimers and polymer nanomaterials have been considered promising carriers for tumor-specific drug delivery, reducing toxicity and improving biocompatibility. Among them, polymer nanoparticles (NPs) are one of the most innovative methods of non-invasive drug delivery. Here, we review the application of polymer NPs in drug delivery, gene therapy, and early diagnostics for cancer therapy.
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- School of Life Science and Technology, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 211198, China; (W.X.); (Z.T.); (B.Z.); (W.Z.); (C.L.)
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- School of Life Science and Technology, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 211198, China; (W.X.); (Z.T.); (B.Z.); (W.Z.); (C.L.)
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Andreiuk B, Aparin IO, Reisch A, Klymchenko AS. Bulky Barbiturates as Non-Toxic Ionic Dye Insulators for Enhanced Emission in Polymeric Nanoparticles. Chemistry 2021; 27:12877-12883. [PMID: 34164869 DOI: 10.1002/chem.202101986] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Bulky hydrophobic counterions (weakly coordinating anions) can insulate ionic dyes against aggregation-caused quenching (ACQ) and enable preparation of highly fluorescent dye-loaded nanoparticles (NPs) for bioimaging, biosensing and light harvesting. Here, we introduce a family of hydrophobic anions based on fluorinated C-acyl barbiturates with delocalized negative charge and bulky non-polar groups. Similarly to fluorinated tetraphenylborates, these barbiturates prevent ACQ of cationic dye alkyl rhodamine B inside polymer NPs made of biodegradable poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA). Their efficiency to prevent ACQ increases for analogues with higher acidity and bulkiness. Their structure controls dye-dye communication, yielding bright NPs with on/off switching or stable emission. They enhance dye encapsulation inside NPs, allowing intracellular imaging without dye leakage. Compared to fluorinated tetraphenylborates known as cytotoxic transmembrane ion transporters, the barbiturates display a significantly lower cytotoxicity. These chemically available and versatile barbiturate derivatives are promising counterion scaffolds for preparation of bright non-toxic fluorescent nanomaterials.
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- Bohdan Andreiuk
- Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies, UMR 7021 CNRS, ITI Chimie des Systèmes Complexes, Université de Strasbourg, 74 route du Rhin, 67401, Illkirch, France
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- Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies, UMR 7021 CNRS, ITI Chimie des Systèmes Complexes, Université de Strasbourg, 74 route du Rhin, 67401, Illkirch, France
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- Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies, UMR 7021 CNRS, ITI Chimie des Systèmes Complexes, Université de Strasbourg, 74 route du Rhin, 67401, Illkirch, France
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- Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies, UMR 7021 CNRS, ITI Chimie des Systèmes Complexes, Université de Strasbourg, 74 route du Rhin, 67401, Illkirch, France
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Yang G, Liu Y, Zhao CX. Quantitative comparison of different fluorescent dye-loaded nanoparticles. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2021; 206:111923. [PMID: 34146992 DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2021.111923] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2021] [Revised: 06/07/2021] [Accepted: 06/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Labeling nanoparticles with fluorescent dyes is a common approach to investigate their cell uptake and biodistribution, providing valuable information for the preclinical assessment of nanoparticles for drug delivery. However, the underlying assumption that the fluorescence intensity of dye-labeled nanoparticles correlates positively with the amount of nanoparticles taken up by cells might not be valid under some conditions, as it can be affected by many factors including dye dispersion, dye quenching, and material shading. Here we demonstrated that both nanoparticles with hydrophobic dyes encapsulated inside and nanoparticles with hydrophilic dyes conjugated on the particle surface suffer from different degrees of dye quenching, making it challenging for quantitative comparison of cell uptake of different nanoparticles. To address this challenge, we proposed a possible solution for direct comparative studies of dye-labeled nanoparticles. This work provides valuable information for designing and evaluating different nanoparticles for drug delivery applications.
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- Guangze Yang
- Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, University of Queensland, St. Lucia, Queensland, Australia
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- Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, University of Queensland, St. Lucia, Queensland, Australia
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- Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, University of Queensland, St. Lucia, Queensland, Australia.
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Wang X, Bou S, Klymchenko AS, Anton N, Collot M. Ultrabright Green-Emitting Nanoemulsions Based on Natural Lipids-BODIPY Conjugates. NANOMATERIALS 2021; 11:nano11030826. [PMID: 33807096 PMCID: PMC8005018 DOI: 10.3390/nano11030826] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2021] [Revised: 03/19/2021] [Accepted: 03/20/2021] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Nanoemulsions (NEs) are water-dispersed oil droplets that constitute stealth biocompatible nanomaterials. NEs can reach an impressive degree of fluorescent brightness owing to their oily core that can encapsulate a large number of fluorophores on the condition the latter are sufficiently hydrophobic and oil-soluble. BODIPYs are among the brightest green emitting fluorophores and as neutral molecules possess high lipophilicity. Herein, we synthesized three different natural lipid-BODIPY conjugates by esterification of an acidic BODIPY by natural lipids, namely: α-tocopherol (vitamin E), cholesterol, and stearyl alcohol. The new BODIPY conjugates were characterized in solvents and oils before being encapsulated in NEs at various concentrations. The physical (size, stability over time, leakage) and photophysical properties (absorption and emission wavelength, brightness, photostability) are reported and showed that the nature of the lipid anchor and the nature of the oil used for emulsification greatly influence the properties of the bright NEs.
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- Xinyue Wang
- Faculté de Pharmacie d’Illkirch, Université de Strasbourg, CNRS, CAMB UMR 7199, F-67000 Strasbourg, France;
- INSERM (French National Institute of Health and Medical Research), Université de Strasbourg, Regenerative Nanomedicine (RNM), FMTS, UMR 1260, F-67000 Strasbourg, France
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- Faculté de Pharmacie d’Illkirch, Université de Strasbourg, CNRS, LPB 7021, F-67000 Strasbourg, France; (S.B.); (A.S.K.)
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- Faculté de Pharmacie d’Illkirch, Université de Strasbourg, CNRS, LPB 7021, F-67000 Strasbourg, France; (S.B.); (A.S.K.)
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- Faculté de Pharmacie d’Illkirch, Université de Strasbourg, CNRS, CAMB UMR 7199, F-67000 Strasbourg, France;
- INSERM (French National Institute of Health and Medical Research), Université de Strasbourg, Regenerative Nanomedicine (RNM), FMTS, UMR 1260, F-67000 Strasbourg, France
- Correspondence: (N.A.); (M.C.)
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- Faculté de Pharmacie d’Illkirch, Université de Strasbourg, CNRS, LPB 7021, F-67000 Strasbourg, France; (S.B.); (A.S.K.)
- Correspondence: (N.A.); (M.C.)
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Liu F, Niko Y, Bouchaala R, Mercier L, Lefebvre O, Andreiuk B, Vandamme T, Goetz JG, Anton N, Klymchenko A. Drug‐Sponge Lipid Nanocarrier for in Situ Cargo Loading and Release Using Dynamic Covalent Chemistry. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/anie.202014259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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- Fei Liu
- Université de Strasbourg Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies UMR 7021 CNRS 74 route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
- INSERM UMR 1260, Regenerative Nanomedicine (RNM), FMTS, CNRS 7199, CAMB Université de Strasbourg 67000 Strasbourg France
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- Université de Strasbourg Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies UMR 7021 CNRS 74 route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
- Research and Education Faculty, Multidisciplinary Science Cluster Interdisciplinary Science Unit Kochi University 2-5-1, Akebono-cho, Kochi-shi Kochi 780-8520 Japan
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- Université de Strasbourg Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies UMR 7021 CNRS 74 route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
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- Inserm U1109, Tumor Biomechanics, Fédération de Médecine Translationnelle de Strasbourg (FMTS) University of Strasbourg 67200 Strasbourg France
- Current address: Interdisciplinary Institute for Neuroscience University of Bordeaux, CNRS UMR 5297 33077 Bordeaux France
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- Inserm U1109, Tumor Biomechanics, Fédération de Médecine Translationnelle de Strasbourg (FMTS) University of Strasbourg 67200 Strasbourg France
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- Université de Strasbourg Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies UMR 7021 CNRS 74 route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
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- INSERM UMR 1260, Regenerative Nanomedicine (RNM), FMTS, CNRS 7199, CAMB Université de Strasbourg 67000 Strasbourg France
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- Inserm U1109, Tumor Biomechanics, Fédération de Médecine Translationnelle de Strasbourg (FMTS) University of Strasbourg 67200 Strasbourg France
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- INSERM UMR 1260, Regenerative Nanomedicine (RNM), FMTS, CNRS 7199, CAMB Université de Strasbourg 67000 Strasbourg France
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- Université de Strasbourg Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies UMR 7021 CNRS 74 route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
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Li S, Gan Y, Lin C, Lin K, Hu P, Liu L, Yu S, Zhao S, Shi J. NIR-/pH-Responsive Nanocarriers Based on Mesoporous Hollow Polydopamine for Codelivery of Hydrophilic/Hydrophobic Drugs and Photothermal Synergetic Therapy. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2021; 4:1605-1615. [PMID: 35014509 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.0c01451] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Combined therapy system has become an efficient strategy to overcome drug resistance and strengthen therapeutic effects. Herein, an efficient NIR-/pH-triggered dual-drug-loaded nanoplatform was designed for combined chemo-photothermal therapy. The hydrophobic anticancer drug bortezomib (BTZ) was first loaded in mesoporous polydopamine nanospheres (MPDAs) through the acid-sensitive borate ester bond. Afterward, pH-responsive carboxymethyl chitosan (CMCS) conjugated on the surface of MPDA could capture another anticancer drug doxorubicin (DOX) and exhibited controlled release behavior in an acidic tumor microenvironment. Meanwhile, under NIR laser irradiation, hyperthermia produced by the photothermal conversion agent MPDA could efficiently ablate cancer cells and further promote drug release. In vitro and in vivo experiments emphasized that the synthesized MPDA-BTZ@CMCS-DOX nanostructure exhibited efficient accumulation in the tumor site, resulting in sustained release of BTZ and DOX and realizing NIR-/pH-triggered chemotherapy and photothermal synergistic ablation of cancer.
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- Shanshan Li
- Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine and Immune-Engineering of Henan Province, Henan University, Kaifeng 475004, Henan, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine and Immune-Engineering of Henan Province, Henan University, Kaifeng 475004, Henan, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine and Immune-Engineering of Henan Province, Henan University, Kaifeng 475004, Henan, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine and Immune-Engineering of Henan Province, Henan University, Kaifeng 475004, Henan, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine and Immune-Engineering of Henan Province, Henan University, Kaifeng 475004, Henan, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine and Immune-Engineering of Henan Province, Henan University, Kaifeng 475004, Henan, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine and Immune-Engineering of Henan Province, Henan University, Kaifeng 475004, Henan, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine and Immune-Engineering of Henan Province, Henan University, Kaifeng 475004, Henan, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Medicine and Immune-Engineering of Henan Province, Henan University, Kaifeng 475004, Henan, P. R. China
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Liu F, Niko Y, Bouchaala R, Mercier L, Lefebvre O, Andreiuk B, Vandamme T, Goetz JG, Anton N, Klymchenko A. Drug‐Sponge Lipid Nanocarrier for in Situ Cargo Loading and Release Using Dynamic Covalent Chemistry. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/ange.202014259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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- Fei Liu
- Université de Strasbourg Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies UMR 7021 CNRS 74 route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
- INSERM UMR 1260, Regenerative Nanomedicine (RNM), FMTS, CNRS 7199, CAMB Université de Strasbourg 67000 Strasbourg France
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- Université de Strasbourg Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies UMR 7021 CNRS 74 route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
- Research and Education Faculty, Multidisciplinary Science Cluster Interdisciplinary Science Unit Kochi University 2-5-1, Akebono-cho, Kochi-shi Kochi 780-8520 Japan
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- Université de Strasbourg Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies UMR 7021 CNRS 74 route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
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- Inserm U1109, Tumor Biomechanics, Fédération de Médecine Translationnelle de Strasbourg (FMTS) University of Strasbourg 67200 Strasbourg France
- Current address: Interdisciplinary Institute for Neuroscience University of Bordeaux, CNRS UMR 5297 33077 Bordeaux France
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- Inserm U1109, Tumor Biomechanics, Fédération de Médecine Translationnelle de Strasbourg (FMTS) University of Strasbourg 67200 Strasbourg France
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- Université de Strasbourg Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies UMR 7021 CNRS 74 route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
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- INSERM UMR 1260, Regenerative Nanomedicine (RNM), FMTS, CNRS 7199, CAMB Université de Strasbourg 67000 Strasbourg France
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- Inserm U1109, Tumor Biomechanics, Fédération de Médecine Translationnelle de Strasbourg (FMTS) University of Strasbourg 67200 Strasbourg France
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- INSERM UMR 1260, Regenerative Nanomedicine (RNM), FMTS, CNRS 7199, CAMB Université de Strasbourg 67000 Strasbourg France
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- Université de Strasbourg Laboratoire de Bioimagerie et Pathologies UMR 7021 CNRS 74 route du Rhin 67401 Illkirch France
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Cai Y, Tang C, Wei Z, Song C, Zou H, Zhang G, Ran J, Han W. Fused-Ring Small-Molecule-Based Bathochromic Nano-agents for Tumor NIR-II Fluorescence Imaging-Guided Photothermal/Photodynamic Therapy. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2021; 4:1942-1949. [PMID: 35014463 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.0c01576] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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- Yu Cai
- Clinical Research Institute, Zhejiang Provincial People’s Hospital, People’s Hospital of Hangzhou Medical College, No. 158 Shangtang Road, Hangzhou 310014, Zhejiang
Province, P.R. China
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- Nanjing Stomatological Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 30 Zhongyang Road, Nanjing 210008, China
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- Nanjing Stomatological Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 30 Zhongyang Road, Nanjing 210008, China
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- Nanjing Stomatological Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 30 Zhongyang Road, Nanjing 210008, China
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- Nanjing Stomatological Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 30 Zhongyang Road, Nanjing 210008, China
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- Nanjing Stomatological Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 30 Zhongyang Road, Nanjing 210008, China
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- Nanjing Stomatological Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 30 Zhongyang Road, Nanjing 210008, China
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- Nanjing Stomatological Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 30 Zhongyang Road, Nanjing 210008, China
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Mochizuki C, Nakamura J, Nakamura M. Development of Non-Porous Silica Nanoparticles towards Cancer Photo-Theranostics. Biomedicines 2021; 9:73. [PMID: 33451074 PMCID: PMC7828543 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines9010073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2021] [Accepted: 01/09/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Nanoparticles have demonstrated several advantages for biomedical applications, including for the development of multifunctional agents as innovative medicine. Silica nanoparticles hold a special position among the various types of functional nanoparticles, due to their unique structural and functional properties. The recent development of silica nanoparticles has led to a new trend in light-based nanomedicines. The application of light provides many advantages for in vivo imaging and therapy of certain diseases, including cancer. Mesoporous and non-porous silica nanoparticles have high potential for light-based nanomedicine. Each silica nanoparticle has a unique structure, which incorporates various functions to utilize optical properties. Such advantages enable silica nanoparticles to perform powerful and advanced optical imaging, from the in vivo level to the nano and micro levels, using not only visible light but also near-infrared light. Furthermore, applications such as photodynamic therapy, in which a lesion site is specifically irradiated with light to treat it, have also been advancing. Silica nanoparticles have shown the potential to play important roles in the integration of light-based diagnostics and therapeutics, termed "photo-theranostics". Here, we review the recent development and progress of non-porous silica nanoparticles toward cancer "photo-theranostics".
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- Chihiro Mochizuki
- Department of Organ Anatomy & Nanomedicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Yamaguchi University, 1-1-1 Minami-Kogushi, Ube, Yamaguchi 755-8505, Japan; (C.M.); (J.N.)
- Core Clusters for Research Initiatives of Yamaguchi University, 1-1-1 Minami-Kogushi, Ube, Yamaguchi 755-8505, Japan
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- Department of Organ Anatomy & Nanomedicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Yamaguchi University, 1-1-1 Minami-Kogushi, Ube, Yamaguchi 755-8505, Japan; (C.M.); (J.N.)
- Core Clusters for Research Initiatives of Yamaguchi University, 1-1-1 Minami-Kogushi, Ube, Yamaguchi 755-8505, Japan
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- Department of Organ Anatomy & Nanomedicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Yamaguchi University, 1-1-1 Minami-Kogushi, Ube, Yamaguchi 755-8505, Japan; (C.M.); (J.N.)
- Core Clusters for Research Initiatives of Yamaguchi University, 1-1-1 Minami-Kogushi, Ube, Yamaguchi 755-8505, Japan
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