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Zhu Y, Zhao J, Ding H, Qiu M, Xue L, Ge D, Wen G, Ren H, Li P, Wang J. Applications of plant-derived extracellular vesicles in medicine. MedComm (Beijing) 2024; 5:e741. [PMID: 39309692 PMCID: PMC11413507 DOI: 10.1002/mco2.741] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2024] [Revised: 08/28/2024] [Accepted: 08/28/2024] [Indexed: 09/25/2024] Open
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Plant-derived extracellular vesicles (EVs) are promising therapeutic agents owing to their natural abundance, accessibility, and unique biological properties. This review provides a comprehensive exploration of the therapeutic potential of plant-derived EVs and emphasizes their anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and tumor-inhibitory effects. Here, we discussed the advancements in isolation and purification techniques, such as ultracentrifugation and size-exclusion chromatography, which are critical for maintaining the functional integrity of these nanovesicles. Next, we investigated the diverse administration routes of EVs and carefully weighed their respective advantages and challenges related to bioavailability and patient compliance. Moreover, we elucidated the multifaceted mechanisms of action of plant-derived EVs, including their roles in anti-inflammation, antioxidation, antitumor activity, and modulation of gut microbiota. We also discussed the impact of EVs on specific diseases such as cancer and inflammatory bowel disease, highlighting the importance of addressing current challenges related to production scalability, regulatory compliance, and immunogenicity. Finally, we proposed future research directions for optimizing EV extraction and developing targeted delivery systems. Through these efforts, we envision the seamless integration of plant-derived EVs into mainstream medicine, offering safe and potent therapeutic alternatives across various medical disciplines.
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- Yawen Zhu
- Division of Hepatobiliary and Transplantation SurgeryDepartment of General SurgeryNanjing Drum Tower HospitalClinical College of Nanjing University of Chinese MedicineNanjingChina
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- Division of Hepatobiliary and Transplantation SurgeryDepartment of General SurgeryNanjing Drum Tower HospitalClinical College of Nanjing University of Chinese MedicineNanjingChina
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- Division of Hepatobiliary and Transplantation SurgeryDepartment of General SurgeryNanjing Drum Tower HospitalClinical College of Nanjing University of Chinese MedicineNanjingChina
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- Division of Hepatobiliary and Transplantation SurgeryDepartment of General SurgeryNanjing Drum Tower HospitalClinical College of Nanjing University of Chinese MedicineNanjingChina
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- Division of Hepatobiliary and Transplantation SurgeryDepartment of General SurgeryNanjing Drum Tower HospitalClinical College of Nanjing University of Chinese MedicineNanjingChina
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- Division of Hepatobiliary and Transplantation SurgeryDepartment of General SurgeryNanjing Drum Tower HospitalClinical College of Nanjing University of Chinese MedicineNanjingChina
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- Division of Hepatobiliary and Transplantation SurgeryDepartment of General SurgeryNanjing Drum Tower HospitalClinical College of Nanjing University of Chinese MedicineNanjingChina
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- Division of Hepatobiliary and Transplantation SurgeryDepartment of General SurgeryNanjing Drum Tower HospitalClinical College of Nanjing University of Chinese MedicineNanjingChina
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- Department of CardiologyThe First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical UniversityNanjingJiangsuChina
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- Division of Hepatobiliary and Transplantation SurgeryDepartment of General SurgeryNanjing Drum Tower HospitalClinical College of Nanjing University of Chinese MedicineNanjingChina
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Zhao M, Liu C, Liu Z, Zuo Y, Chen C, Shi S, Shi X, Xie Y, Yang H, Chen Y. Myocardium-targeted liposomal delivery of the antioxidant peptide 8P against doxorubicin-induced myocardial injury. Int J Pharm 2024; 663:124569. [PMID: 39127172 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2024.124569] [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: 04/10/2024] [Revised: 07/27/2024] [Accepted: 08/06/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024]
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Doxorubicin (Dox) is a broad-spectrum antineoplastic chemotherapeutic agent used in clinical settings, yet it exhibits significant cardiotoxicity, which in severe cases can lead to heart failure. Research indicates that oxidative stress plays a pivotal role in Dox -induced cardiomyocyte injury. Therefore, the application of antioxidants represents an effective strategy to mitigate the cardiotoxic effects of doxorubicin. In preliminary studies, we isolated an antioxidative peptide, PHWWEYRR (8P). This study utilizes a PCM cardiomyocyte-targeting peptide-modified liposome as a carrier to deliver 8P into cardiomyocytes, aiming to prevent Dox-induced cardiac injury through its antioxidative mechanism. The results demonstrated that we prepared the 8P-loaded and PCM-targeting peptide-modified liposome (P-P-8P), which exhibited good dispersibility, encapsulation efficiency, drug loading capacity, and in vitro release, along with myocardial targeting capability. In vitro experiments showed that P-P-8P could prevent oxidative stress injury in H9C2 cells, protect mitochondrial functions, and inhibit cell apoptosis through a mitochondria-dependent pathway. In vivo experiments indicated that P-P-8P could prevent abnormalities in serum biochemical indicators, cardiac dysfunction, and myocardial pathological changes in mice. In conclusion, P-P-8P effectively delivers 8P to cardiomyocytes, offering protection against the cardiotoxic effects of Dox, and holds potential as a future preventative or therapeutic agent for drug-induced cardiomyopathy.
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- Meijun Zhao
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Affiliated Hospital of Jilin Medical College, Jilin, Jilin 132013, PR China.
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- College of Pharmacy, Beihua University, Jilin, Jilin 132013, PR China
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- College of Pharmacy, Beihua University, Jilin, Jilin 132013, PR China
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- College of Pharmacy, Beihua University, Jilin, Jilin 132013, PR China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Yanbian University, Yanji, Jilin 133002, PR China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, Heilongjiang 150001, PR China
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- College of Pharmacy, Beihua University, Jilin, Jilin 132013, PR China
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- College of Pharmacy, Beihua University, Jilin, Jilin 132013, PR China
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- College of Pharmacy, Beihua University, Jilin, Jilin 132013, PR China
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- College of Pharmacy, Beihua University, Jilin, Jilin 132013, PR China
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Zhang K, Yang Z, Seitz MP, Jain E. Macroporous PEG-Alginate Hybrid Double-Network Cryogels with Tunable Degradation Rates Prepared via Radical-Free Cross-Linking for Cartilage Tissue Engineering. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2024; 7:5925-5938. [PMID: 39135543 PMCID: PMC11409214 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.4c00091] [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] [Indexed: 09/17/2024]
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Trauma or repeated damage to joints can result in focal cartilage defects, significantly elevating the risk of osteoarthritis. Damaged cartilage has an inherently limited self-healing capacity and remains an urgent unmet clinical need. Consequently, there is growing interest in biodegradable hydrogels as potential scaffolds for the repair or reconstruction of cartilage defects. Here, we developed a biodegradable and macroporous hybrid double-network (DN) cryogel by combining two independently cross-linked networks of multiarm polyethylene glycol (PEG) acrylate and alginate.Hybrid DN cryogels are formed using highly biocompatible click reactions for the PEG network and ionic bonding for the alginate network. By judicious selection of various structurally similar cross-linkers to form the PEG network, we can generate hybrid DN cryogels with customizable degradation kinetics. The resulting PEG-alginate hybrid DN cryogels have an interconnected macroporous structure, high mechanical strength, and rapid swelling kinetics. The interconnected macropores in the cryogels support efficient mesenchymal stem cell infiltration at a high density. Finally, we demonstrate that PEG-alginate hybrid DN cryogels allow sustained release of chondrogenic growth factors and support chondrogenic differentiation of mouse mesenchymal stem cells. This study provides a novel method to generate macroporous hybrid DN cryogels with customizable degradation rates and a potential scaffold for cartilage tissue engineering.
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- Kaixiang Zhang
- Department of Biomedical and Chemical engineering, Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York 13244, United States
- Bioinspired Syracuse: Institute for Material and Living System, Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York 13244, United States
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- Department of Biomedical and Chemical engineering, Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York 13244, United States
- Bioinspired Syracuse: Institute for Material and Living System, Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York 13244, United States
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- Department of Biomedical and Chemical engineering, Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York 13244, United States
- Bioinspired Syracuse: Institute for Material and Living System, Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York 13244, United States
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- Department of Biomedical and Chemical engineering, Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York 13244, United States
- Bioinspired Syracuse: Institute for Material and Living System, Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York 13244, United States
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Jermy BR, Khan F, Ravinayagam V, Almessiere M, Slimani Y, Hassan M, Homeida A, Al-Suhaimi E, Baykal A. Multifunctional CoCe/silica and CoMnCe/silica spinel ferrite nanocomposite: in vitro and in vivo evaluation for cancer therapy. NANO-STRUCTURES & NANO-OBJECTS 2024; 39:101251. [DOI: 10.1016/j.nanoso.2024.101251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/26/2024]
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Pardy JD, Tavsanli B, Sirianni QEA, Gillies ER. Self-immolative Polymer Hydrogels via In Situ Gelation. Chemistry 2024; 30:e202401324. [PMID: 39031736 DOI: 10.1002/chem.202401324] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2024] [Revised: 06/14/2024] [Accepted: 06/20/2024] [Indexed: 07/22/2024]
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Hydrogels are of interest for a wide range of applications. The ability to control when the hydrogel degrades can provide beneficial properties such as controlled degradation in the environment or the stimulated release of drugs or cells. Self-immolative polymers are a class of degradable polymers that undergo complete end-to-end depolymerization upon the application of a stimulus. They have been explored for hydrogel development, but the ability to prepare and selectively degrade self-immolative hydrogels under neutral aqueous conditions has so far been limited. We describe here the preparation of water-soluble polyglyoxylamides with cross-linkable pendent azides and their cross-linking to form hydrogels with 4-arm poly(ethylene glycol)s having unstrained and strained alkynes using copper-assisted and strain-promoted azide-alkyne click chemistry respectively. The influence of pendent azide density and solution polymer content on the resulting hydrogels was evaluated. A polyglyoxylamide with a 70 : 30 ratio of pendent hydroxyl:azide successfully provided hydrogels with compressive moduli ranging from 1.3-6.3 kPa under copper-free conditions at 10-20 % (w/w) of polymer in phosphate-buffered saline. Selective depolymerization and degradation of the hydrogels upon irradiation with light was demonstrated, resulting in reductions in the compressive moduli and the release of depolymerization products that were detected by NMR spectroscopy.
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- Jared D Pardy
- School of Biomedical Engineering, The University of Western Ontario, 1151 Richmond Street, N6A 5B9, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry, The University of Western Ontario, 1151 Richmond St., N6A 5B7, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry, The University of Western Ontario, 1151 Richmond St., N6A 5B7, London, Ontario, Canada
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, The University of Western Ontario, 1151 Richmond Street, N6A 5B9, London, Ontario, Canada
- Department of Chemistry, The University of Western Ontario, 1151 Richmond St., N6A 5B7, London, Ontario, Canada
- Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, The University of Western Ontario, 1151 Richmond St., N6A 5B9, London, Ontario, Canada
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Preman NK, Amin N, Sanjeeva SG, Surya S, Kumar B S, Shenoy MM, Shastry RP, Johnson RP. Essential Oil Components Incorporated Emulsion Hydrogels for Eradicating Dermatophytosis Caused by Pathogenic Fungi Trichophyton mentagrophytes and Microsporum canis. Adv Healthc Mater 2024:e2400811. [PMID: 39138998 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202400811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2024] [Revised: 08/01/2024] [Indexed: 08/15/2024]
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Dermatophytosis is a prevalent fungal infection and public health burden, majorly caused by the attack of zoophilic fungi genera of Trichophyton and Microsporum. Among them, T. mentagrophytes and M. canis are the dominating pathogens that cause dermatophytosis in humans. Though anti-fungal treatments are available, the widespread drug resistance and minimal efficacy of conventional therapies cause recurring infections. In addition, prolonged anti-fungal medications induce several systemic side effects, including hepatotoxicity and leucopenia. The anti-dermatophytic formulation of biocompatible essential oil components (EOCs) is attractive due to their highly potent anti-dermatophytic action. Herein, two EOCs, Eugenol (EU) and Isoeugenol (IU), incorporated emulsion hydrogel (EOCs-EHG) synthesized from hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose and poly(ethylene glycol) methyl ether methacrylate. The cytocompatibility of the hydrogels is confirmed by treating them with fibroblast and keratinocyte cell lines. The EOCs-EHG demonstrated pH and temperature-responsive sustained release of entrapped EOCs and inhibited fungal spore germination. T. mentagrophytes and M. canis biofilms are eradicated at a minimal inhibitory concentration of 2 µg mL-1 each of EU and IU. The in vivo anti-dermatophytic activity of EOCs-EHG is confirmed in dermatophyte-infected Wistar albino rat models. The topical application of EOCs-EHG demonstrated complete infection eradication and facilitated skin regeneration, emphasizing the therapeutic potential of EOCs-EHG against dermatophytosis.
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- Namitha K Preman
- Polymer Nanobiomaterials Research Laboratory, Smart Materials and Devices (SMAD) Division, Yenepoya Research Centre, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Yenepoya Medical College, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Polymer Nanobiomaterials Research Laboratory, Smart Materials and Devices (SMAD) Division, Yenepoya Research Centre, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Advanced Surgical Skill ENhancement Division (ASSEND), Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Division of Microbiology and Biotechnology, Yenepoya Research Centre, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Yenepoya Medical College, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Division of Microbiology and Biotechnology, Yenepoya Research Centre, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Polymer Nanobiomaterials Research Laboratory, Smart Materials and Devices (SMAD) Division, Yenepoya Research Centre, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, 575018, India
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Ma J, Fang L, Sun Z, Li M, Fan T, Xiang G, Ma X. Folate-PEG-PROTAC Micelles for Enhancing Tumor-Specific Targeting Proteolysis In Vivo. Adv Healthc Mater 2024; 13:e2400109. [PMID: 38676445 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202400109] [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: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 04/01/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024]
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Proteolysis targeting chimeras (PROTACs) technology is rapidly developed as a novel and selective medicinal strategy for the degradation of cellular proteins in cancer therapy. However, the applications of PROTACs as heterobifunctional molecules are largely limited by high molecular weight, low bioavailability, poor permeability, insufficient targeting, and low efficacy in vivo. Herein, self-assembling micelles of FA-PEG-PROTAC are designed for cancer cell selective targeting and reductive-response proteolysis in tumor-bearing mice. FA-PEG-PROTAC is prepared by conjugating folic acid (FA)-PEG with EGFR-targeting PROTAC via a disulfide bond. The FA-PEG-PROTAC micelles, formed by self-assembling, are demonstrated to significantly improve tumor targeting efficacy and exhibit excellent anti-tumor efficacy in the mouse xenograft model compared to the traditional PROTACs. The strategy of applying self-assembled FA-PEG-PROTAC micelles in tumor therapy can not only improve targeted proteolysis efficiency but also broaden applications in the development of PROTAC-based drugs.
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- Junhui Ma
- Department of Pharmacy, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
- Department of Pharmacy, Tongren Polytechnic College, Tongren, 554300, China
- Institute of the Higher Education Edible and Medicinal Fungi Engineering Research Center, Tongren, 554300, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
- Department of Pharmacy, Tongren Polytechnic College, Tongren, 554300, China
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Patel R, Patel D. Injectable Hydrogels in Cardiovascular Tissue Engineering. Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:1878. [PMID: 39000733 PMCID: PMC11244148 DOI: 10.3390/polym16131878] [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: 06/04/2024] [Revised: 06/28/2024] [Accepted: 06/29/2024] [Indexed: 07/17/2024] Open
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Heart problems are quite prevalent worldwide. Cardiomyocytes and stem cells are two examples of the cells and supporting matrix that are used in the integrated process of cardiac tissue regeneration. The objective is to create innovative materials that can effectively replace or repair damaged cardiac muscle. One of the most effective and appealing 3D/4D scaffolds for creating an appropriate milieu for damaged tissue growth and healing is hydrogel. In order to successfully regenerate heart tissue, bioactive and biocompatible hydrogels are required to preserve cells in the infarcted region and to bid support for the restoration of myocardial wall stress, cell survival and function. Heart tissue engineering uses a variety of hydrogels, such as natural or synthetic polymeric hydrogels. This article provides a quick overview of the various hydrogel types employed in cardiac tissue engineering. Their benefits and drawbacks are discussed. Hydrogel-based techniques for heart regeneration are also addressed, along with their clinical application and future in cardiac tissue engineering.
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- Raj Patel
- Banas Medical College and Research Institute, Palanpur 385001, India;
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- School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
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Wang Y, Sheng N, Wang A, Wang M, Xu Y, Lu D, Liu W, Li Z, Li J, Sun J, Luo F. Injectable thermogel constructed from self-assembled polyurethane micelle networks for 3D cell culture and wound treatment. J Mater Chem B 2024; 12:6063-6078. [PMID: 38888153 DOI: 10.1039/d4tb00771a] [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: 06/20/2024]
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Injectable hydrogels have attracted significant interest in the biomedical field due to their minimal invasiveness and accommodation of intricate scenes. Herein, we developed an injectable polyurethane-based thermogel platform by modulating the hydrophilic-hydrophobic balance of the segmented components with pendant PEG. The thermogelling behavior is achieved by a combination of the bridging from the hydrophilic PEG and the percolated network from the hydrophobic micelle core. Firstly, the thermogelation mechanism of this system was demonstrated by both DPD simulation and experimental investigation. The gelling temperature could be modulated by varying the solid content, the component of soft segments, and the length of the pendant PEG. We further applied 3D printing technology to prepare personalized hydrogel structures. This integration highlights the adaptability of our thermogel for fabricating complex and patient-specific constructs, presenting a significant advance in the field of regenerative medicine and tissue engineering. Subsequently, in vitro cell experiments demonstrated that the thermogel had good cell compatibility and could promote the proliferation and migration of L929 cells. Impressively, A549 cells could be expediently in situ parceled in the thermogel for three-dimensional cultivation and gain lifeful 3D cell spheres after 7 days. Further, in vivo experiments demonstrated that the thermogel could promote wound healing with the regeneration of capillaries and hair follicles. Ultimately, our study demonstrates the potential of hydrogels to prepare personalized hydrogel structures via 3D printing technology, offering innovative solutions for complex biomedical applications. This work not only provides a fresh perspective for the design of injectable thermogels but also offers a promising avenue to develop thermoresponsive waterborne polyurethane for various medical applications.
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- Yanjun Wang
- College of Polymer Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Med-X Center for Materials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China.
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- College of Polymer Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Med-X Center for Materials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China.
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- College of Polymer Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Med-X Center for Materials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China.
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- College of Polymer Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Med-X Center for Materials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China.
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- College of Polymer Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Med-X Center for Materials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Sichuan, Chengdu 610065, China
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- College of Polymer Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Med-X Center for Materials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China.
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- College of Polymer Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Med-X Center for Materials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China.
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- College of Polymer Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Med-X Center for Materials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China.
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- Department of Trauma Medical Center, Daping Hospital, State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burns and Combined Injury, Army Medical University, Chongqing, 400042, China.
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- College of Polymer Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Med-X Center for Materials, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China.
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Pati AR, Ko YS, Bae C, Choi I, Heo YJ, Lee C. Highly porous hydrogels for efficient solar water evaporation. SOFT MATTER 2024; 20:4988-4997. [PMID: 38884450 DOI: 10.1039/d4sm00388h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/18/2024]
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Solar energy is a plentiful renewable resource on Earth, with versatile applications in both domestic and industrial settings, particularly in solar steam generation (SSG). However, current SSG processes encounter challenges such as low efficiency and the requirement for extremely high concentrations of solar irradiation. Interfacial evaporation technology has emerged as a solution to these issues, offering improved solar performance compared to conventional SSG processes. Nonetheless, its implementation introduces additional complexities and costs to system construction. In this study, we present the development of hydrophilic, three-dimensional network-structured hydrogels with high porosity and swelling ratio using a facile fabrication technique. We systematically varied the mixing ratios of four key ingredients (polyethylene glycol diacrylate, PEGDA; polyethylene glycol methyl-ether acrylate, PEGMA; phosphate-buffered saline, PBS; and 2-hydroxy-2-methylpropiophenone, PI) to control the mean pore size and swelling ratio of the hydrogel. Additionally, plasmonic gold nanoparticles were incorporated into the hydrogel using a novel methodology to enhance solar light absorption and subsequent evaporation efficiency. The resulting material exhibited a remarkable solar efficiency of 77% and an evaporation rate of 1.6 kg m-2 h-1 under standard solar illumination (one sun), comparable to those of state-of-the-art SSG devices. This high efficiency can be attributed to the synergistic effects of the hydrogel's unique composition and nanoparticle concentration. These findings offer a promising avenue for the development of highly efficient solar-powered evaporation applications.
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- Akash Ranjan Pati
- Department of Mechanical Engineering (Integrated Engineering Program), Kyung Hee University, Yongin-si 17104, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering (Integrated Engineering Program), Kyung Hee University, Yongin-si 17104, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering (Integrated Engineering Program), Kyung Hee University, Yongin-si 17104, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Life Sciences, University of Seoul, Seoul 02504, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering (Integrated Engineering Program), Kyung Hee University, Yongin-si 17104, Republic of Korea.
- Integrated Education Institute for Frontier Science & Technology (BK21 Four), Kyung Hee University, Yongin-si 17104, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering (Integrated Engineering Program), Kyung Hee University, Yongin-si 17104, Republic of Korea.
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Rezaei B, Harun A, Wu X, Iyer PR, Mostufa S, Ciannella S, Karampelas IH, Chalmers J, Srivastava I, Gómez-Pastora J, Wu K. Effect of Polymer and Cell Membrane Coatings on Theranostic Applications of Nanoparticles: A Review. Adv Healthc Mater 2024:e2401213. [PMID: 38856313 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202401213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2024] [Revised: 05/28/2024] [Indexed: 06/11/2024]
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The recent decade has witnessed a remarkable surge in the field of nanoparticles, from their synthesis, characterization, and functionalization to diverse applications. At the nanoscale, these particles exhibit distinct physicochemical properties compared to their bulk counterparts, enabling a multitude of applications spanning energy, catalysis, environmental remediation, biomedicine, and beyond. This review focuses on specific nanoparticle categories, including magnetic, gold, silver, and quantum dots (QDs), as well as hybrid variants, specifically tailored for biomedical applications. A comprehensive review and comparison of prevalent chemical, physical, and biological synthesis methods are presented. To enhance biocompatibility and colloidal stability, and facilitate surface modification and cargo/agent loading, nanoparticle surfaces are coated with different synthetic polymers and very recently, cell membrane coatings. The utilization of polymer- or cell membrane-coated nanoparticles opens a wide variety of biomedical applications such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), hyperthermia, photothermia, sample enrichment, bioassays, drug delivery, etc. With this review, the goal is to provide a comprehensive toolbox of insights into polymer or cell membrane-coated nanoparticles and their biomedical applications, while also addressing the challenges involved in translating such nanoparticles from laboratory benchtops to in vitro and in vivo applications. Furthermore, perspectives on future trends and developments in this rapidly evolving domain are provided.
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- Bahareh Rezaei
- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
- Texas Center for Comparative Cancer Research (TC3R), Amarillo, Texas, 79106, United States
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, 43210, United States
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, 43210, United States
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- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, 43210, United States
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
- Texas Center for Comparative Cancer Research (TC3R), Amarillo, Texas, 79106, United States
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
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- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
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Ahmed MS, Islam M, Hasan MK, Nam KW. A Comprehensive Review of Radiation-Induced Hydrogels: Synthesis, Properties, and Multidimensional Applications. Gels 2024; 10:381. [PMID: 38920928 PMCID: PMC11203285 DOI: 10.3390/gels10060381] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2024] [Revised: 05/28/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024] Open
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At the forefront of advanced material technology, radiation-induced hydrogels present a promising avenue for innovation across various sectors, utilizing gamma radiation, electron beam radiation, and UV radiation. Through the unique synthesis process involving radiation exposure, these hydrogels exhibit exceptional properties that make them highly versatile and valuable for a multitude of applications. This paper focuses on the intricacies of the synthesis methods employed in creating these radiation-induced hydrogels, shedding light on their structural characteristics and functional benefits. In particular, the paper analyzes the diverse utility of these hydrogels in biomedicine and agriculture, showcasing their potential for applications such as targeted drug delivery, injury recovery, and even environmental engineering solutions. By analyzing current research trends and highlighting potential future directions, this review aims to underscore the transformative impact that radiation-induced hydrogels could have on various industries and the advancement of biomedical and agricultural practices.
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- Md. Shahriar Ahmed
- Department of Energy and Materials Engineering, Dongguk University, Seoul 04620, Republic of Korea; (M.S.A.); (K.-W.N.)
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- Department of Energy and Materials Engineering, Dongguk University, Seoul 04620, Republic of Korea; (M.S.A.); (K.-W.N.)
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- Department of Advanced Battery Convergence Engineering, Dongguk University, Seoul 04620, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy and Materials Engineering, Dongguk University, Seoul 04620, Republic of Korea; (M.S.A.); (K.-W.N.)
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Khine YY, Nguyen H, Afolabi F, Lin CC. Fast-relaxing hydrogels with reversibly tunable mechanics for dynamic cancer cell culture. BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES 2024; 159:213829. [PMID: 38531258 PMCID: PMC11075809 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioadv.2024.213829] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 02/15/2024] [Accepted: 03/10/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024]
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The mechanics of the tumor microenvironment (TME) significantly impact disease progression and the efficacy of anti-cancer therapeutics. While it is recognized that advanced in vitro cancer models will benefit cancer research, none of the current engineered extracellular matrices (ECM) adequately recapitulate the highly dynamic TME. Through integrating reversible boronate-ester bonding and dithiolane ring-opening polymerization, we fabricated synthetic polymer hydrogels with tumor-mimetic fast relaxation and reversibly tunable elastic moduli. Importantly, the crosslinking and dynamic stiffening of matrix mechanics were achieved in the absence of a photoinitiator, often the source of cytotoxicity. Central to this strategy was Poly(PEGA-co-LAA-co-AAPBA) (PELA), a highly defined polymer synthesized by reversible addition-fragmentation chain transfer (RAFT) polymerization. PELA contains dithiolane for initiator-free gel crosslinking, stiffening, and softening, as well as boronic acid for complexation with diol-containing polymers to give rise to tunable viscoelasticity. PELA hydrogels were highly cytocompatible for dynamic culture of patient-derived pancreatic cancer cells. It was found that the fast-relaxing matrix induced mesenchymal phenotype of cancer cells, and dynamic matrix stiffening restricted tumor spheroid growth. Moreover, this new dynamic viscoelastic hydrogel system permitted sequential stiffening and softening to mimic the physical changes of TME.
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- Yee Yee Khine
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Purdue School of Engineering & Technology, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Purdue School of Engineering & Technology, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Purdue School of Engineering & Technology, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN, USA; Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, USA; Indiana University Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN, USA.
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Rana MM, De la Hoz Siegler H. Evolution of Hybrid Hydrogels: Next-Generation Biomaterials for Drug Delivery and Tissue Engineering. Gels 2024; 10:216. [PMID: 38667635 PMCID: PMC11049329 DOI: 10.3390/gels10040216] [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: 02/28/2024] [Revised: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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Hydrogels, being hydrophilic polymer networks capable of absorbing and retaining aqueous fluids, hold significant promise in biomedical applications owing to their high water content, permeability, and structural similarity to the extracellular matrix. Recent chemical advancements have bolstered their versatility, facilitating the integration of the molecules guiding cellular activities and enabling their controlled activation under time constraints. However, conventional synthetic hydrogels suffer from inherent weaknesses such as heterogeneity and network imperfections, which adversely affect their mechanical properties, diffusion rates, and biological activity. In response to these challenges, hybrid hydrogels have emerged, aiming to enhance their strength, drug release efficiency, and therapeutic effectiveness. These hybrid hydrogels, featuring improved formulations, are tailored for controlled drug release and tissue regeneration across both soft and hard tissues. The scientific community has increasingly recognized the versatile characteristics of hybrid hydrogels, particularly in the biomedical sector. This comprehensive review delves into recent advancements in hybrid hydrogel systems, covering the diverse types, modification strategies, and the integration of nano/microstructures. The discussion includes innovative fabrication techniques such as click reactions, 3D printing, and photopatterning alongside the elucidation of the release mechanisms of bioactive molecules. By addressing challenges, the review underscores diverse biomedical applications and envisages a promising future for hybrid hydrogels across various domains in the biomedical field.
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- Md Mohosin Rana
- Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z7, Canada;
- Centre for Blood Research, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3, Canada
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- Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4, Canada
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Jia X, Fan X, Chen C, Lu Q, Zhou H, Zhao Y, Wang X, Han S, Ouyang L, Yan H, Dai H, Geng H. Chemical and Structural Engineering of Gelatin-Based Delivery Systems for Therapeutic Applications: A Review. Biomacromolecules 2024; 25:564-589. [PMID: 38174643 DOI: 10.1021/acs.biomac.3c01021] [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: 01/05/2024]
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As a biodegradable and biocompatible protein derived from collagen, gelatin has been extensively exploited as a fundamental component of biological scaffolds and drug delivery systems for precise medicine. The easily engineered gelatin holds great promise in formulating various delivery systems to protect and enhance the efficacy of drugs for improving the safety and effectiveness of numerous pharmaceuticals. The remarkable biocompatibility and adjustable mechanical properties of gelatin permit the construction of active 3D scaffolds to accelerate the regeneration of injured tissues and organs. In this Review, we delve into diverse strategies for fabricating and functionalizing gelatin-based structures, which are applicable to gene and drug delivery as well as tissue engineering. We emphasized the advantages of various gelatin derivatives, including methacryloyl gelatin, polyethylene glycol-modified gelatin, thiolated gelatin, and alendronate-modified gelatin. These derivatives exhibit excellent physicochemical and biological properties, allowing the fabrication of tailor-made structures for biomedical applications. Additionally, we explored the latest developments in the modulation of their physicochemical properties by combining additive materials and manufacturing platforms, outlining the design of multifunctional gelatin-based micro-, nano-, and macrostructures. While discussing the current limitations, we also addressed the challenges that need to be overcome for clinical translation, including high manufacturing costs, limited application scenarios, and potential immunogenicity. This Review provides insight into how the structural and chemical engineering of gelatin can be leveraged to pave the way for significant advancements in biomedical applications and the improvement of patient outcomes.
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- Xiaoyu Jia
- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212018, China
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- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518075, China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212018, China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212018, China
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- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518075, China
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- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518075, China
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212018, China
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- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518075, China
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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- Department of Medical Cell Biology (MCB), Uppsala University (UU), 751 05 Uppsala, Sweden
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- School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang 212018, China
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- Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518075, China
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Yuan Y, Chen B, Song L, An X, Zhang Q, Lu H, Li CM, Guo C. Magnetic two-dimensional nanocomposites for multimodal antitumor therapy: a recent review. J Mater Chem B 2024; 12:1404-1428. [PMID: 38251275 DOI: 10.1039/d3tb02333h] [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: 01/23/2024]
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Magnetic two-dimensional nanocomposites (M2D NCs) that synergistically combine magnetic nanomedicine and 2D nanomaterials have emerged in multimodal antitumor therapy, attracting great interest in materials science and biomedical engineering. This review provides a summary of the recent advances of M2D NCs and their multimodal antitumor applications. We first introduce the design and fabrication of M2D NCs, followed by discussing new types of M2D NCs that have been recently reported. Then, a detailed analysis and discussions about the different types of M2D NCs are presented based on the structural categories of 2D NMs, including 2D graphene, transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs), transition metal carbides/nitrides/carbonitrides (MXenes), black phosphorus (BP), layered double hydroxides (LDHs), metal organic frameworks (MOFs), covalent organic frameworks (COFs) and other 2D nanomaterials. In particular, we focus on the synthesis strategies, magnetic or optical responsive performance, and the versatile antitumor applications, which include magnetic hyperthermia therapy (MHT), photothermal therapy (PTT), photodynamic therapy (PDT), drug delivery, immunotherapy and multimodal imaging. We conclude the review by proposing future developments with an emphasis on the mass production and biodegradation mechanism of the M2D NCs. This work is expected to provide a comprehensive overview to researchers and engineers who are interested in such a research field and promote the clinical translation of M2D NCs in practical applications.
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- Ying Yuan
- Institute of Materials Science and Devices, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, 99 Xuefu Road, Suzhou, 215009, Jiangsu, P. R. China.
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- Institute of Materials Science and Devices, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, 99 Xuefu Road, Suzhou, 215009, Jiangsu, P. R. China.
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- Institute of Materials Science and Devices, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, 99 Xuefu Road, Suzhou, 215009, Jiangsu, P. R. China.
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- Institute of Materials Science and Devices, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, 99 Xuefu Road, Suzhou, 215009, Jiangsu, P. R. China.
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- Institute of Materials Science and Devices, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, 99 Xuefu Road, Suzhou, 215009, Jiangsu, P. R. China.
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- Institute of Materials Science and Devices, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, 99 Xuefu Road, Suzhou, 215009, Jiangsu, P. R. China.
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- Institute of Materials Science and Devices, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, 99 Xuefu Road, Suzhou, 215009, Jiangsu, P. R. China.
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- Institute of Materials Science and Devices, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, 99 Xuefu Road, Suzhou, 215009, Jiangsu, P. R. China.
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Chiang B, Jang K, Goldberg J, Myung D. Design and ex vivo development of a suprachoroidal spacer implant to treat glaucoma. RESEARCH SQUARE 2024:rs.3.rs-3895533. [PMID: 38352508 PMCID: PMC10862960 DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-3895533/v1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/23/2024]
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Glaucoma is a leading cause of visual impairment and blindness in the United States and worldwide. Elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) has been identified as the only modifiable risk factor in glaucoma, and there exists a need for a glaucoma procedure that is safe, efficacious, and can be performed in the outpatient clinic setting. Suprachoroidal expansion has been explored as a method to lower IOP previously. The purpose of this work was to design a monolithic hydrogel implant that would not clear or degrade to potentially achieve long term (possibly permanent) IOP reduction. Here, we developed and showed ex vivo testing of a novel photo-crosslinked polyethylene glycol (PEG) suprachoroidal spacer implant delivered via a custom-designed injector system. We optimized the composition, shape, and mechanics of the implant to be suitable for implantation with the suprachoroidal space. We developed a microneedle injector system to deliver this implant. We showed precise control over implant location and volume occupied within the suprachoroidal space. Further preclinical testing is needed to demonstrate efficacy.
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Yazdan M, Naghib SM, Mozafari MR. Polymeric Micelle-Based Nanogels as Emerging Drug Delivery Systems in Breast Cancer Treatment: Promises and Challenges. Curr Drug Targets 2024; 25:649-669. [PMID: 38919076 DOI: 10.2174/0113894501294136240610061328] [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: 01/07/2024] [Revised: 04/24/2024] [Accepted: 04/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024]
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Breast cancer is a pervasive global health issue that disproportionately impacts the female population. Over the past few years, there has been considerable interest in nanotechnology due to its potential utility in creating drug-delivery systems designed to combat this illness. The primary aim of these devices is to enhance the delivery of targeted medications, optimise the specific cells that receive the drugs, tackle treatment resistance in malignant cells, and introduce novel strategies for preventing and controlling diseases. This research aims to examine the methodologies utilised by various carrier nanoparticles in the context of therapeutic interventions for breast cancer. The main objective is to investigate the potential application of novel delivery technologies to attain timely and efficient diagnosis and treatment. Current cancer research predominantly examines diverse drug delivery methodologies for chemotherapeutic agents. These methodologies encompass the development of hydrogels, micelles, exosomes, and similar compounds. This research aims to analyse the attributes, intricacies, notable advancements, and practical applications of the system in clinical settings. Despite the demonstrated efficacy of these methodologies, an apparent discrepancy can be observed between the progress made in developing innovative therapeutic approaches and their widespread implementation in clinical settings. It is critical to establish a robust correlation between these two variables to enhance the effectiveness of medication delivery systems based on nanotechnology in the context of breast cancer treatment.
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- M Yazdan
- Nanotechnology Department, School of Advanced Technologies, Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST), Tehran 1684613114, Iran
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- Nanotechnology Department, School of Advanced Technologies, Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST), Tehran 1684613114, Iran
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- Australasian Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Initiative (ANNI), Monash University LPO, Clayton, VIC 3168, Australia
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Wang M, Hu D, Yang Y, Shi K, Li J, Liu Q, Li Y, Li R, Pan M, Mo D, Chen W, Li X, Qian Z. Enhanced Chemo-Immunotherapy Strategy Utilizing Injectable Thermosensitive Hydrogel for The Treatment of Diffuse Peritoneal Metastasis in Advanced Colorectal Cancer. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2023; 10:e2303819. [PMID: 37875399 PMCID: PMC10724414 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202303819] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2023] [Revised: 09/17/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023]
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Patients with colorectal cancer (CRC) and diffuse peritoneal metastasis (PM) are not eligible for surgical intervention. Thus, palliative treatment remains the standard of care in clinical practice. Systemic chemotherapy fails to cause drug accumulation at the lesion sites, while intraperitoneal chemotherapy (IPC) is limited by high clearance rates and associated complications. Given the poor prognosis, a customized OxP/R848@PLEL hydrogel delivery system has been devised to improve the clinical benefit of advanced CRC with diffuse PM. This system is distinguished by its simplicity, security, and efficiency. Specifically, the PLEL hydrogel exhibits excellent injectability and thermosensitivity, enabling the formation of drug depots within the abdominal cavity, rendering it an optimal carrier for IPC. Oxaliplatin (OxP), a first-line drug for advanced CRC, is cytotoxic and enhances the immunogenicity of tumors by inducing immunogenic cell death. Furthermore, OxP and resiquimod (R848) synergistically enhance the maturation of dendritic cells, promote the expansion of cytotoxic T lymphocytes, and induce the formation of central memory T cells. Moreover, R848 domesticates macrophages to an anti-tumor phenotype. OxP/R848@PLEL effectively eradicates peritoneal metastases, completely inhibits ascites production, and significantly prolongs mice lifespan. As such, it provides a promising approach to managing diffuse PM in patients with CRC without surgical indications.
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- Meng Wang
- Department of BiotherapyCancer Center and State Key Laboratory of BiotherapyWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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- Rehabilitation Medicine Center and Institute of Rehabilitation MedicineKey Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan ProvinceWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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- Department of BiotherapyCancer Center and State Key Laboratory of BiotherapyWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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- Department of BiotherapyCancer Center and State Key Laboratory of BiotherapyWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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- Department of BiotherapyCancer Center and State Key Laboratory of BiotherapyWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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- Department of BiotherapyCancer Center and State Key Laboratory of BiotherapyWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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- Department of BiotherapyCancer Center and State Key Laboratory of BiotherapyWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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- Rehabilitation Medicine Center and Institute of Rehabilitation MedicineKey Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan ProvinceWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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- Department of BiotherapyCancer Center and State Key Laboratory of BiotherapyWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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- Department of BiotherapyCancer Center and State Key Laboratory of BiotherapyWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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- Department of BiotherapyCancer Center and State Key Laboratory of BiotherapyWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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- Department of BiotherapyCancer Center and State Key Laboratory of BiotherapyWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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- Department of BiotherapyCancer Center and State Key Laboratory of BiotherapyWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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Bhatt P, Kumar V, Subramaniyan V, Nagarajan K, Sekar M, Chinni SV, Ramachawolran G. Plasma Modification Techniques for Natural Polymer-Based Drug Delivery Systems. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:2066. [PMID: 37631280 PMCID: PMC10459779 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15082066] [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: 04/14/2023] [Revised: 06/14/2023] [Accepted: 06/23/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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Natural polymers have attracted significant attention in drug delivery applications due to their biocompatibility, biodegradability, and versatility. However, their surface properties often limit their use as drug delivery vehicles, as they may exhibit poor wettability, weak adhesion, and inadequate drug loading and release. Plasma treatment is a promising surface modification technique that can overcome these limitations by introducing various functional groups onto the natural polymer surface, thus enhancing its physicochemical and biological properties. This review provides a critical overview of recent advances in the plasma modification of natural polymer-based drug delivery systems, with a focus on controllable plasma treatment techniques. The review covers the fundamental principles of plasma generation, process control, and characterization of plasma-treated natural polymer surfaces. It discusses the various applications of plasma-modified natural polymer-based drug delivery systems, including improved biocompatibility, controlled drug release, and targeted drug delivery. The challenges and emerging trends in the field of plasma modification of natural polymer-based drug delivery systems are also highlighted. The review concludes with a discussion of the potential of controllable plasma treatment as a versatile and effective tool for the surface functionalization of natural polymer-based drug delivery systems.
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- Pankaj Bhatt
- KIET School of Pharmacy, KIET Group of Institutions, Ghaziabad 201206, Uttar Pradesh, India; (P.B.)
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Gurukul Kangri (Deemed to Be University), Haridwar 249404, Uttarakhand, India;
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Gurukul Kangri (Deemed to Be University), Haridwar 249404, Uttarakhand, India;
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- Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University, Jalan Lagoon Selatan, Bandar Sunway 47500, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
- Center for Transdisciplinary Research, Department of Pharmacology, Saveetha Dental College, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai 600077, Tamil Nadu, India
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- KIET School of Pharmacy, KIET Group of Institutions, Ghaziabad 201206, Uttar Pradesh, India; (P.B.)
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- School of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia, Subang Jaya 47500, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Bioscience, and Nursing, MAHSA University, Jenjarom 42610, Selangor, Malaysia
- Department of Periodontics, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai 602117, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Foundation, RCSI & UCD Malaysia Campus, No. 4, Jalan Sepoy Lines, Georgetown 10450, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Guo M, Deng Y, Huang J, Huang Y, Deng J, Wu H. Fabrication and Validation of a 3D Portable PEGDA Microfluidic Chip for Visual Colorimetric Detection of Captured Breast Cancer Cells. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:3183. [PMID: 37571077 PMCID: PMC10421435 DOI: 10.3390/polym15153183] [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: 06/18/2023] [Revised: 07/21/2023] [Accepted: 07/22/2023] [Indexed: 08/13/2023] Open
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To guide therapeutic strategies and to monitor the state changes in the disease, a low-cost, portable, and easily fabricated microfluidic-chip-integrated three-dimensional (3D) microchamber was designed for capturing and analyzing breast cancer cells. Optimally, a colorimetric sensor array was integrated into a microfluidic chip to discriminate the metabolites of the cells. The ultraviolet polymerization characteristic of poly(ethylene glycol) diacrylate (PEGDA) hydrogel was utilized to rapidly fabricate a three-layer hydrogel microfluidic chip with the designed structure under noninvasive 365 nm laser irradiation. 2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA) was added to the prepolymer in order to increase the adhesive capacity of the microchip's surface for capturing cells. 1-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidone (NVP) was designed to improve the toughness and reduce the swelling capacity of the hydrogel composite. A non-toxic 3D hydrogel microarray chip (60 mm × 20 mm × 3 mm) with low immunogenicity and high hydrophilicity was created to simulate the real physiological microenvironment of breast tissue. The crisscross channels were designed to ensure homogeneous seeding density. This hydrogel material displayed excellent biocompatibility and tunable physical properties compared with traditional microfluidic chip materials and can be directly processed to obtain the most desirable microstructure. The feasibility of using a PEGDA hydrogel microfluidic chip for the real-time online detection of breast cancer cells' metabolism was confirmed using a specifically designed colorimetric sensor array with 16 kinds of porphyrin, porphyrin derivatives, and indicator dyes. The results of the principal component analysis (PCA), the hierarchical cluster analysis (HCA), and the linear discriminant analysis (LDA) suggest that the metabolic liquids of different breast cells can be easily distinguished with the developed PEGDA hydrogel microfluidic chip. The PEGDA hydrogel microfluidic chip has potential practicable applicability in distinguishing normal and cancerous breast cells.
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- Mingyi Guo
- College of Food Science and Technology, Sichuan Tourism University, Chengdu 610100, China; (M.G.)
- College of Bioengineering, Chongqing University, Chongqing 400044, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Sichuan Tourism University, Chengdu 610100, China; (M.G.)
- College of Bioengineering, Chongqing University, Chongqing 400044, China
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- College of Bioengineering, Sichuan University of Science and Engineering, Zigong 644005, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Sichuan Tourism University, Chengdu 610100, China; (M.G.)
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Sichuan Tourism University, Chengdu 610100, China; (M.G.)
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Sichuan Tourism University, Chengdu 610100, China; (M.G.)
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Goltyaev MV, Varlamova EG. The Role of Selenium Nanoparticles in the Treatment of Liver Pathologies of Various Natures. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:10547. [PMID: 37445723 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241310547] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2023] [Revised: 06/21/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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The liver is the body's largest gland, and regulates a wide variety of physiological processes. The work of the liver can be disrupted in a variety of pathologies, the number of which is several hundred. It is extremely important to monitor the health of the liver and develop approaches to combat liver diseases. In recent decades, nanomedicine has become increasingly popular in the treatment of various liver pathologies, in which nanosized biomaterials, which are inorganic, polymeric, liposomal, albumin, and other nanoparticles, play an important role. Given the need to develop environmentally safe, inexpensive, simple, and high-performance biomedical agents for theragnostic purposes and showing few side effects, special attention is being paid to nanoparticles based on the important trace element selenium (Se). It is known that the metabolism of the microelement Se occurs in the liver, and its deficiency leads to the development of several serious diseases in this organ. In addition, the liver is the depot for most selenoproteins, which can reduce oxidative stress, inhibit tumor growth, and prevent other liver damage. This review is devoted to the description of the results of recent years, revealing the important role of selenium nanoparticles in the therapy and diagnosis of several liver pathologies, depending on the dose and physicochemical properties. The possibilities of selenium nanoparticles in the treatment of liver diseases, disclosed in the review, will not only reveal the advantages of their hepatoprotective properties but also significantly supplement the data on the role of the trace element selenium in the regulation of these diseases.
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- Michael V Goltyaev
- Institute of Cell Biophysics of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Federal Research Center "Pushchino Scientific Center for Biological Research of the Russian Academy of Sciences", 142290 Pushchino, Russia
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- Institute of Cell Biophysics of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Federal Research Center "Pushchino Scientific Center for Biological Research of the Russian Academy of Sciences", 142290 Pushchino, Russia
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