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Kulkarni A, Michel S, Butler JE, Ziegler KJ. Gelation and large thermoresponse of cranberry-based xyloglucan. Carbohydr Polym 2024; 339:122189. [PMID: 38823897 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.122189] [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: 02/14/2024] [Revised: 04/09/2024] [Accepted: 04/18/2024] [Indexed: 06/03/2024]
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Cranberry waste contains potentially valuable components, such as proanthocyanidins, flavanols, and xyloglucan. Highly-purified xyloglucan (XG) from cranberries were studied through steady and oscillatory shear rheology at various concentrations and temperatures. At room temperature, an apparent yield stress is observed and the storage modulus exceeds the loss modulus ( [Formula: see text] ) for concentrations of 0.5 wt% and higher, indicating that the XG solution has formed a physical hydrogel. Thermoresponsive gelation is observed with a five-order of magnitude increase in shear moduli as it undergoes a weak to strong gel transition around 52 °C. The gelation time was 5 min with an observed storage moduli up to 3500 Pa. Cranberry-based XG exhibits thermoresponsive behavior at concentrations as low as 0.1 wt% (w/v), which is significantly lower than prior gelation studies of XG from other sources. The formation of a weak gel at room temperature and large storage moduli observed at room temperature is likely associated with the low level of impurities and small amount of galactose present in the XG chains.
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- Aniruddha Kulkarni
- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville 32611, FL, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville 32611, FL, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville 32611, FL, USA.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville 32611, FL, USA.
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Chen H, Su Y, Li H, Wang Z, Kan J. Effects of synchronous intermissive multi-ultrasound and esterification dual modification on functionalities of starch and its emulsion stabilization ability. Food Chem 2024; 450:139412. [PMID: 38643646 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.139412] [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: 02/19/2024] [Revised: 04/06/2024] [Accepted: 04/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/23/2024]
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Dodecenylsuccinic anhydride (DDSA) has been widely used to obtain amphiphilic starches. In this study, we investigated the functionalities of synchronous intermissive multi-ultrasound-assisted esterified starch. Compared to native starch (NS), it was deduced that multi-ultrasound-modified starch (US), esterified starch (ES), and multi-ultrasound-assisted esterified starch (UES) exhibited increased viscosities but reduced gelatinization temperatures and thermal stabilities. The viscoelastic moduli, retrogradation behaviors and hydrophobicity of the ES and UES species significantly altered. Moreover, the results of structural characterization suggested that esterification reduced the molecular weight and structural order of starch, whereas the intermissive ultrasonication treatment did not aggravate the structural disruption of ES. Additionally, compared with NS and US, the emulsification abilities of the ES and UES specimens were improved, leading to the desirable effect of stabilizing astaxanthin. Overall, this study provides a method for preparing amphiphilic starch, which can be exploited as a potential emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer for bioactive compounds.
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- Huijing Chen
- Chinese-Hungarian Cooperative Research Centre for Food Science, College of Food Science, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, PR China; Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Agri-products on Storage and Preservation (Chongqing), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People's Republic of China, Chongqing 400715, PR China
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- Chinese-Hungarian Cooperative Research Centre for Food Science, College of Food Science, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, PR China; Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Agri-products on Storage and Preservation (Chongqing), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People's Republic of China, Chongqing 400715, PR China
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- Chinese-Hungarian Cooperative Research Centre for Food Science, College of Food Science, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, PR China; Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Agri-products on Storage and Preservation (Chongqing), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People's Republic of China, Chongqing 400715, PR China
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, Jiangsu 225127, PR China
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- Chinese-Hungarian Cooperative Research Centre for Food Science, College of Food Science, Southwest University, Chongqing 400715, PR China; Laboratory of Quality & Safety Risk Assessment for Agri-products on Storage and Preservation (Chongqing), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People's Republic of China, Chongqing 400715, PR China.
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Abbasian M, Khayyatalimohammadi M. In-situ forming Cu-based metal-organic framework in the presence of chitosan-Fe 3O 4 nanohybrids: A pH-sensitive carrier for controlled release of doxorubicin. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 278:134224. [PMID: 39074707 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134224] [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: 08/07/2023] [Revised: 07/21/2024] [Accepted: 07/26/2024] [Indexed: 07/31/2024]
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In recent years, stimuli-responsive drug delivery systems based on pH, particularly those developed using bio-derived nanocomposite systems, have gained significant attention. In this work, a novel magnetic carrier was designed based on biopolymeric chitosan and metal-organic framework (MOF) for pH-controlling the release of anticancer drugs. To end this, an in-situ green method was performed to form Cu-based MOF in the presence of a magnetic polysaccharide synthesized by precipitation method toward the construction of CS/Fe3O4/Cu-MOF nanocomposite. The nanocomposite was immersed in an aqueous solution of a model anticancer drug, doxorubicin (DOX), and a higher loading capacity (90.1 ± 0.5 %) was achieved. The in-vitro drug release study showed low release rates in simulated physiological environments (pH 7.4, 37 °C, lower than about 20 %), but higher release rates in tumor tissue conditions (pH 4.5, 41 °C, higher than about 60 %) over 96 h, allowing for sustained and extended delivery of DOX. Additionally, the MTT assay demonstrated that the blank and DOX-loaded CS/Fe3O4/Cu-MOF had good cytocompatibility (over 80 % cell viability) and considerable cytotoxicity (lower than 40 % at 16 μg/mL) toward breast cancer (MCF-7) cell line, respectively. These results indicated that the synthesized nanocomposite with suitable pH-sensitivity has potential as a targeted anticancer agent.
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- Mojtaba Abbasian
- Department of Chemistry, Payame Noor University, P. O. Box: 19395-3697, Tehran, Iran.
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Oumerri J, Qayouh H, Arteni AA, Six JL, Lahcini M, Ferji K. One-pot Formulation of Cationic Oligochitosan Coated Nanoparticles via Photo- Polymerization Induced Self-Assembly. Chemphyschem 2024; 25:e202400291. [PMID: 38646967 DOI: 10.1002/cphc.202400291] [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: 03/14/2024] [Revised: 04/13/2024] [Accepted: 04/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024]
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During last few decades, oligochitosan (OCS)-coated nanoparticles have received great interest for nanomedicine, food and environment applications. However, their current formulation techniques are time-consuming with multi-synthesis/purification steps and sometimes require the use of organic solvents, crosslinkers and surfactants. Herein, we report a facile and rapid one-pot synthesis of OCS-based nanoparticles using photo-initiated reversible addition fragmentation chain transfer polymerization-induced self-assembly (Photo-RAFT PISA) under UV-irradiation at room temperature. To achieve this, OCS was first functionalized by a chain transfer agent (CTA) resulting in a macromolecular chain transfer agent (OCS-CTA), which will act as a reactive electrostatic/steric stabilizer. Owing to its UV-sensitivity, OCS-CTA was then used as photo-iniferter to initiate the polymerization of 2-hydroxypropyl methacrylate (HPMA) in aqueous acidic buffer, resulting in OCS-g-PHPMA amphiphilic grafted copolymers which self-assemble into nano-objects. Transmission electron microscopy and light scattering analysis reveal formation of spherical nanostructures.
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- Jihad Oumerri
- Laboratoire de chimie physique macromoleculaire (LCPM), Université de Lorraine, CNRS, 1 rue Grandville, F-54000, NANCY, France
- LCO2MC, Cadi Ayyad University, Bd Abdelkrim Al Khattabi, 40000, Marrakech, Morocco
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- LCO2MC, Cadi Ayyad University, Bd Abdelkrim Al Khattabi, 40000, Marrakech, Morocco
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- Cryo-Electron Microscopy Facility, Institute for Integrative Biology of the Cell (I2BC), Université Paris-Saclay, CEA, CNRS, 1 Av. de la Terrasse Bâtiment 21, 91198, Gif-sur-Yvette, France
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- Laboratoire de chimie physique macromoleculaire (LCPM), Université de Lorraine, CNRS, 1 rue Grandville, F-54000, NANCY, France
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- LCO2MC, Cadi Ayyad University, Bd Abdelkrim Al Khattabi, 40000, Marrakech, Morocco
- Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), Lot 660, ISSB-P, 43150, Benguerir, Morocco
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- Laboratoire de chimie physique macromoleculaire (LCPM), Université de Lorraine, CNRS, 1 rue Grandville, F-54000, NANCY, France
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Song W, Yuan Q, Xie Y, Wang Y, Deng D, Guo H. Formulation and characterization of nanocapsules loaded with roselle anthocyanins extract and enhancement of anthocyanins bioaccessibility. Food Chem 2024; 459:140446. [PMID: 39018620 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.140446] [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: 04/03/2024] [Revised: 06/28/2024] [Accepted: 07/11/2024] [Indexed: 07/19/2024]
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Hibiscus sabdariffa L. (roselle) is a medicinal and edible plant which rich in anthocyanins with potent antioxidant properties. To enhance the stability of roselle anthocyanins, they were encapsulated in nanocapsules composed of carboxymethyl chitosan (CMC), chitosan hydrochloride (CHC), and β-lactoglobulin (β-Lg). In vitro simulated digestion assays evaluated the impact of various core-to-wall ratios and β-Lg concentrations on the bioaccessibility of seven anthocyanins. Nanocapsules with a core-to-wall ratio of 1:2 and β-Lg at 10 mg/mL exhibited the highest encapsulation efficiency (EE). Cyanidin-3-glucoside had the highest EE, while cyanidin-3-sambubioside showed the outstanding retention rate. Furthermore, simulated digestion experiments combined with molecular docking revealed that peonidin-3-glucoside and petunidin-3-glucoside likely interact with and bind to the outer β-Lg layer of the nanocapsules, increasing their release during in vitro digestion. This study demonstrates that encapsulating roselle anthocyanins in CMC, CHC, and β-Lg nanocapsules significantly enhances their bioaccessibility.
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- Wanhan Song
- Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan 523808, China
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- Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan 523808, China
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- Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan 523808, China
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- Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan 523808, China
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- Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan 523808, China
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- Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan 523808, China; Dongguan Key Laboratory of Prevention and Treatment of Chronic Noncommunicable Diseases, School of Public Health, Guangdong Medical University, Dongguan 523808, China.
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Zhao F, Wang J, Zhang Y, Hu J, Li C, Liu S, Li R, Du R. In vivo Fate of Targeted Drug Delivery Carriers. Int J Nanomedicine 2024; 19:6895-6929. [PMID: 39005963 PMCID: PMC11246094 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s465959] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2024] [Accepted: 06/22/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024] Open
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This review aimed to systematically investigate the intracellular and subcellular fate of various types of targeting carriers. Upon entering the body via intravenous injection or other routes, a targeting carrier that can deliver therapeutic agents initiates their journey. If administered intravenously, the carrier initially faces challenges presented by the blood circulation before reaching specific tissues and interacting with cells within the tissue. At the subcellular level, the car2rier undergoes processes, such as drug release, degradation, and metabolism, through specific pathways. While studies on the fate of 13 types of carriers have been relatively conclusive, these studies are incomplete and lack a comprehensive analysis. Furthermore, there are still carriers whose fate remains unclear, underscoring the need for continuous research. This study highlights the importance of comprehending the in vivo and intracellular fate of targeting carriers and provides valuable insights into the operational mechanisms of different carriers within the body. By doing so, researchers can effectively select appropriate carriers and enhance the successful clinical translation of new formulations.
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- Fan Zhao
- Engineering Research Center of Modern Preparation Technology of TCM, Ministry of Education, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China
- Innovation Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China
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- Engineering Research Center of Modern Preparation Technology of TCM, Ministry of Education, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China
- Innovation Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China
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- Engineering Research Center of Modern Preparation Technology of TCM, Ministry of Education, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China
- Innovation Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China
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- Engineering Research Center of Modern Preparation Technology of TCM, Ministry of Education, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China
- Innovation Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenzhen University Medical School, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518055, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substance and Function of Natural Medicines, Key Laboratory of Polymorphic Drugs of Beijing, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, People's Republic of China
- Diabetes Research Center of Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Innovation Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China
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- Engineering Research Center of Modern Preparation Technology of TCM, Ministry of Education, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China
- Innovation Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, 201203, People's Republic of China
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Masclef JB, Acs EMN, Koehnke J, Prunet J, Schmidt BVKJ. PEGose Block Poly(lactic acid) Nanoparticles for Cargo Delivery. Macromolecules 2024; 57:6013-6023. [PMID: 39005948 PMCID: PMC11238580 DOI: 10.1021/acs.macromol.4c00528] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2024] [Revised: 05/15/2024] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 07/16/2024]
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Hydrophilic polymers have found ubiquitous use in drug delivery and novel polymer materials to advance drug delivery systems are highly sought after. Herein, an amylose mimic (PEGose) was combined with poly(lactic acid) (PLA) in an amphiphilic block copolymer to form PEG-free nanoparticles as an alternative to PEG-based nanomedicines. The block copolymer self-assembled into 150-200 nm particles with a narrow dispersity in aqueous environment. The formed nanoparticles were capable of encapsulation, the sustained release of both hydrophilic and hydrophobic dyes. Moreover, the nanoparticles were found to be remarkably stable and had a very low cytotoxicity and a high propensity to penetrate cells. These results highlight the potential of PEGose-b-PLA to be used in drug delivery with a new hydrophilic building block.
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- Jean-Baptiste Masclef
- School
of Chemistry, University of Glasgow, Joseph Black Building, G12 8QQ Glasgow, U.K.
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- School
of Chemistry, University of Glasgow, Joseph Black Building, G12 8QQ Glasgow, U.K.
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- School
of Chemistry, University of Glasgow, Joseph Black Building, G12 8QQ Glasgow, U.K.
- Institute
of Food Chemistry, Leibniz University Hannover, 30167 Hannover, Germany
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- School
of Chemistry, University of Glasgow, Joseph Black Building, G12 8QQ Glasgow, U.K.
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Abtahi MS, Fotouhi A, Rezaei N, Akalin H, Ozkul Y, Hossein-Khannazer N, Vosough M. Nano-based drug delivery systems in hepatocellular carcinoma. J Drug Target 2024:1-19. [PMID: 38847573 DOI: 10.1080/1061186x.2024.2365937] [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: 03/12/2024] [Accepted: 06/02/2024] [Indexed: 06/19/2024]
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The high recurrence rate of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and poor prognosis after medical treatment reflects the necessity to improve the current chemotherapy protocols, particularly drug delivery methods. Development of targeted and efficient drug delivery systems (DDSs), in all active, passive and stimuli-responsive forms for selective delivery of therapeutic drugs to the tumour site has been extended to improve efficacy and reduce the severe side effects. Recent advances in nanotechnology offer promising breakthroughs in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of cancer cells. In this review, the specific design of DDSs based on the different nano-particles and their surface engineering is discussed. In addition, the innovative clinical studies in which nano-based DDS was used in the treatment of HCC were highlighted.
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- Maryam Sadat Abtahi
- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Cell Science Research Center, Royan Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Technology, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Biotechnology, School of Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Cell Science Research Center, Royan Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Technology, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology (Tehran Polytechnic), Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Cell Science Research Center, Royan Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Technology, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Turkey
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- Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Turkey
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- Department of Tissue Engineering and Applied Cell Sciences, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases Research Center, Research Institute for Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Cell Science Research Center, Royan Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Technology, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
- Experimental Cancer Medicine, Institution for Laboratory Medicine, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
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Fu L, Bridges CA, Kim HN, Ding C, Bao Hou NC, Yeow J, Fok S, Macmillan A, Sterling JD, Baker SM, Lord MS. Cationic Polysaccharides Bind to the Endothelial Cell Surface Extracellular Matrix Involving Heparan Sulfate. Biomacromolecules 2024; 25:3850-3862. [PMID: 38775104 DOI: 10.1021/acs.biomac.4c00477] [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: 06/11/2024]
Abstract
Cationic polysaccharides have been extensively studied for drug delivery via the bloodstream, yet few have progressed to clinical use. Endothelial cells lining the blood vessel wall are coated in an anionic extracellular matrix called the glycocalyx. However, we do not fully comprehend the charged polysaccharide interactions with the glycocalyx. We reveal that the cationic polysaccharide poly(acetyl, arginyl) glucosamine (PAAG) exhibits the highest association with the endothelial glycocalyx, followed by dextran (neutral) and hyaluronan (anionic). Furthermore, we demonstrate that PAAG binds heparan sulfate (HS) within the glycocalyx, leading to intracellular accumulation. Using an in vitro glycocalyx model, we demonstrate a charge-based extent of association of polysaccharides with HS. Mechanistically, we observe that PAAG binding to HS occurs via a condensation reaction and functionally protects HS from degradation. Together, this study reveals the interplay between polysaccharide charge properties and interactions with the endothelial cell glycocalyx toward improved delivery system design and application.
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- Lu Fu
- Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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- Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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- Molecular Surface Interaction Laboratory, Mark Wainwright Analytical Centre, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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- Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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- Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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- Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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- Katherina Gaus Light Microscopy Facility, Mark Wainwright Analytical Centre, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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- Katherina Gaus Light Microscopy Facility, Mark Wainwright Analytical Centre, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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- Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences, Keck Graduate Institute, Claremont, California 91711, United States
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- Synedgen Inc, Claremont, California 91711, United States
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- Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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Shayegh F, Türk Z, Armani A, Zarghami N. New insights into polysaccharide-based nanostructured delivery systems in breast cancer: Possible application of antisense oligonucleotides in breast cancer therapy. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 272:132890. [PMID: 38848829 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.132890] [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: 08/27/2023] [Revised: 05/27/2024] [Accepted: 06/02/2024] [Indexed: 06/09/2024]
Abstract
The lack of more effective therapies for breast cancer has enhanced mortality among breast cancer patients. Recent efforts have established efficient treatments to reduce breast cancer-related deaths. The ever-increasing attraction to employing biocompatible polysaccharide-based nanostructures as delivery systems has created interest in various disease therapies, especially breast cancer treatment. A wide range of therapeutic cargo comprising bioactive or chemical drugs, oligonucleotides, peptides, and targeted biomarkers have been considered to comprehend their anti-cancer effects against breast cancer. Some limitations of naked agents or undesired constructs, such as no or low bioavailability, enzymatic digestion, short-range stability, low-cellular uptake, poor solubility, and low surface area, have lessened their effectiveness. However, nanoscale formulations of therapeutic ingredients have provided a promising platform to address the mentioned concerns. For instance, some capable polysaccharides, including cellulose, pectin, chitosan, alginate, and dextran, were developed as breast cancer therapeutics with great nanoparticle structures. This review carefully examines the characteristics of beneficial polysaccharides that are utilized in the formation of nanoparticles (NPs). It also highlights the applications of antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs), and NPs made from polysaccharides in the treatment of breast cancer and suggests ways to enhance these particles for future research.
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- Fahimeh Shayegh
- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, İstanbul Aydin University, İstanbul, Türkiye
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- Department of Medical Biology and Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, İstanbul Aydin University, İstanbul, Türkiye
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry and Laboratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran; Department of Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, İstanbul Aydin University, İstanbul, Türkiye.
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Poursani E, Cirillo G, Curcio M, Vittorio O, De Luca M, Leggio A, Nicoletta FP, Iemma F. Dual-responsive chondroitin sulfate self-assembling nanoparticles for combination therapy in metastatic cancer cells. Int J Pharm X 2024; 7:100235. [PMID: 38486882 PMCID: PMC10937311 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpx.2024.100235] [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: 05/23/2023] [Revised: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024] Open
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In this study, we developed self-assembling nanoparticles (LCPs) able to trigger the release of Chlorambucil (Chl) and Doxorubicin (DOX) to MDA-MB-231 cells by exploiting the enzyme and redox signals. The DOX loaded LCPs was prepared by the self-assembly of two chondroitin sulphate (CS) derivatives, obtained by the covalent conjugation of Lipoic Acid (LA) and Chlorambucil (Chl) to the CS backbone. After the physic-chemical characterization of the conjugates by FT-IR, 1H NMR, and determination of the critical aggregation concentration, spherical nanoparticles with mean hydrodynamic diameter of 45 nm (P.D.I. 0.24) and Z-potential of - 44 mV were obtained by water addition/solvent evaporation method. In vitro experiments for the release of Chl and DOX were performed in healthy and cancer cells, using a cell culture media to maintain the physiological intracellular conditions (pH 7.4) (and concentration of esterase and GSH. The results allowed the selective release of the payloads to be detected: Chl release of 0 and 41% were obtained after 2 h incubation in normal and in cancer cells respectively, while values of 35 (in healthy cells) and 60% (in cancer cells) were recorded for DOX release after 96 h. Finally, viability studies proved the ability of the newly proposed nanosystem to enhance the cytotoxic activity of the two drugs against cancer cells.
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- Ensieh Poursani
- Children's Cancer Institute, Lowy Cancer Research Centre, University of New South Wales, Randwick, NSW 2052, Australia
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- Department of Pharmacy Health and Nutritional Science, University of Calabria, Rende 87036, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy Health and Nutritional Science, University of Calabria, Rende 87036, Italy
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- School of Biomedical Science, University of New South Wales, Randwick, NSW 2052, Australia
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- Department of Pharmacy Health and Nutritional Science, University of Calabria, Rende 87036, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy Health and Nutritional Science, University of Calabria, Rende 87036, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy Health and Nutritional Science, University of Calabria, Rende 87036, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy Health and Nutritional Science, University of Calabria, Rende 87036, Italy
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Prasher P, Sharma M, Agarwal V, Singh SK, Gupta G, Dureja H, Dua K. Cationic cycloamylose based nucleic acid nanocarriers. Chem Biol Interact 2024; 395:111000. [PMID: 38614318 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbi.2024.111000] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2023] [Revised: 04/02/2024] [Accepted: 04/07/2024] [Indexed: 04/15/2024]
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Nucleic acid delivery by viral and non-viral methods has been a cornerstone for the contemporary gene therapy aimed at correcting the defective genes, replacing of the missing genes, or downregulating the expression of anomalous genes is highly desirable for the management of various diseases. Ostensibly, it becomes paramount for the delivery vectors to intersect the biological barriers for accessing their destined site within the cellular environment. However, the lipophilic nature of biological membranes and their potential to limit the entry of large sized, charged, hydrophilic molecules thus presenting a sizeable challenge for the cellular integration of negatively charged nucleic acids. Furthermore, the susceptibility of nucleic acids towards the degrading enzymes (nucleases) in the lysosomes present in cytoplasm is another matter of concern for their cellular and nuclear delivery. Hence, there is a pressing need for the identification and development of cationic delivery systems which encapsulate the cargo nucleic acids where the charge facilitates their cellular entry by evading the membrane barriers, and the encapsulation shields them from the enzymatic attack in cytoplasm. Cycloamylose bearing a closed loop conformation presents a robust candidature in this regard owing to its remarkable encapsulating tendency towards nucleic acids including siRNA, CpG DNA, and siRNA. The presence of numerous hydroxyl groups on the cycloamylose periphery provides sites for its chemical modification for the introduction of cationic groups, including spermine, (3-Chloro-2 hydroxypropyl) trimethylammonium chloride (Q188), and diethyl aminoethane (DEAE). The resulting cationic cycloamylose possesses a remarkable transfection efficiency and provides stability to cargo oligonucleotides against endonucleases, in addition to modulating the undesirable side effects such as unwanted immune stimulation. Cycloamylose is known to interact with the cell membranes where they release certain membrane components such as phospholipids and cholesterol thereby resulting in membrane destabilization and permeabilization. Furthermore, cycloamylose derivatives also serve as formulation excipients for improving the efficiency of other gene delivery systems. This review delves into the various vector and non-vector-based gene delivery systems, their advantages, and limitations, eventually leading to the identification of cycloamylose as an ideal candidate for nucleic acid delivery. The synthesis of cationic cycloamylose is briefly discussed in each section followed by its application for specific delivery/transfection of a particular nucleic acid.
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- Parteek Prasher
- Department of Chemistry, University of Petroleum & Energy Studies, Energy Acres, Dehradun, 248007, India.
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- Department of Chemistry, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, 248007, India
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- Cluster for Advanced Macromolecular Design (CAMD), School of Chemical Engineering, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, 2052, Australia
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, 144411, India; Faculty of Health, Australian Research Center in Complementary and Integrative Medicine, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia; School of Medical and Life Sciences, Sunway University, 47500 Sunway City, Malaysia
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- School of Pharmacy, Graphic Era Hill University, Dehradun, 248007, India; Centre of Medical and Bio-allied Health Sciences Research, Ajman University, Ajman 346, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Maharishi Dayanand University, Rohtak, 124001, India
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- Faculty of Health, Australian Research Center in Complementary and Integrative Medicine, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia; Discipline of Pharmacy, Graduate School of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, 2007, Australia.
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Stevanović M, Filipović N. A Review of Recent Developments in Biopolymer Nano-Based Drug Delivery Systems with Antioxidative Properties: Insights into the Last Five Years. Pharmaceutics 2024; 16:670. [PMID: 38794332 PMCID: PMC11125366 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16050670] [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: 05/11/2024] [Accepted: 05/14/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
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In recent years, biopolymer-based nano-drug delivery systems with antioxidative properties have gained significant attention in the field of pharmaceutical research. These systems offer promising strategies for targeted and controlled drug delivery while also providing antioxidant effects that can mitigate oxidative stress-related diseases. Generally, the healthcare landscape is constantly evolving, necessitating the continual development of innovative therapeutic approaches and drug delivery systems (DDSs). DDSs play a pivotal role in enhancing treatment efficacy, minimizing adverse effects, and optimizing patient compliance. Among these, nanotechnology-driven delivery approaches have garnered significant attention due to their unique properties, such as improved solubility, controlled release, and targeted delivery. Nanomaterials, including nanoparticles, nanocapsules, nanotubes, etc., offer versatile platforms for drug delivery and tissue engineering applications. Additionally, biopolymer-based DDSs hold immense promise, leveraging natural or synthetic biopolymers to encapsulate drugs and enable targeted and controlled release. These systems offer numerous advantages, including biocompatibility, biodegradability, and low immunogenicity. The utilization of polysaccharides, polynucleotides, proteins, and polyesters as biopolymer matrices further enhances the versatility and applicability of DDSs. Moreover, substances with antioxidative properties have emerged as key players in combating oxidative stress-related diseases, offering protection against cellular damage and chronic illnesses. The development of biopolymer-based nanoformulations with antioxidative properties represents a burgeoning research area, with a substantial increase in publications in recent years. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the recent developments within this area over the past five years. It discusses various biopolymer materials, fabrication techniques, stabilizers, factors influencing degradation, and drug release. Additionally, it highlights emerging trends, challenges, and prospects in this rapidly evolving field.
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- Magdalena Stevanović
- Group for Biomedical Engineering and Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Technical Sciences of SASA, Kneza Mihaila 35/IV, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia;
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Yu S, Budtova T. Creating and exploring carboxymethyl cellulose aerogels as drug delivery devices. Carbohydr Polym 2024; 332:121925. [PMID: 38431419 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2024.121925] [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: 11/25/2023] [Revised: 01/16/2024] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is a well-known cellulose derivative used in biomedical applications due to its biocompatibility and biodegradability. In this work, novel porous CMC materials, aerogels, were prepared and tested as a drug delivery device. CMC aerogels were made from CMC solutions, followed by non-solvent induced phase separation and drying with supercritical CO2. The influence of CMC characteristics and of processing conditions on aerogels' density, specific surface area, morphology and drug release properties were investigated. Freeze-drying of CMC solutions was also used as an alternative process to compare the properties of the as-obtained "cryogels" with those of aerogels. Aerogels were nanostructured materials with bulk density below 0.25 g/cm3 and high specific surface area up to 143 m2/g. Freeze drying yields highly macroporous materials with low specific surface areas (around 5-18 m2/g) and very low density, 0.01 - 0.07g/cm3. Swelling and dissolution of aerogels and cryogels in water and in a simulated wound exudate (SWE) were evaluated. The drug was loaded in aerogels and cryogels, and release kinetics in SWE was investigated. Drug diffusion coefficients were correlated with material solubility, morphology, density, degree of substitution and drying methods, demonstrating tuneability of new materials' properties in view of their use as delivery matrices.
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- Sujie Yu
- Mines Paris, PSL University, Center for Materials Forming (CEMEF), UMR CNRS 7635, CS 10207, Rue Claude Daunesse, 06904 Sophia Antipolis, France
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- Mines Paris, PSL University, Center for Materials Forming (CEMEF), UMR CNRS 7635, CS 10207, Rue Claude Daunesse, 06904 Sophia Antipolis, France.
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Huang L, Luo S, Tong S, Lv Z, Wu J. The development of nanocarriers for natural products. WILEY INTERDISCIPLINARY REVIEWS. NANOMEDICINE AND NANOBIOTECHNOLOGY 2024; 16:e1967. [PMID: 38757428 DOI: 10.1002/wnan.1967] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2024] [Revised: 04/01/2024] [Accepted: 04/24/2024] [Indexed: 05/18/2024]
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Natural bioactive compounds from plants exhibit substantial pharmacological potency and therapeutic value. However, the development of most plant bioactive compounds is hindered by low solubility and instability. Conventional pharmaceutical forms, such as tablets and capsules, only partially overcome these limitations, restricting their efficacy. With the recent development of nanotechnology, nanocarriers can enhance the bioavailability, stability, and precise intracellular transport of plant bioactive compounds. Researchers are increasingly integrating nanocarrier-based drug delivery systems (NDDS) into the development of natural plant compounds with significant success. Moreover, natural products benefit from nanotechnological enhancement and contribute to the innovation and optimization of nanocarriers via self-assembly, grafting modifications, and biomimetic designs. This review aims to elucidate the collaborative and reciprocal advancement achieved by integrating nanocarriers with botanical products, such as bioactive compounds, polysaccharides, proteins, and extracellular vesicles. This review underscores the salient challenges in nanomedicine, encompassing long-term safety evaluations of nanomedicine formulations, precise targeting mechanisms, biodistribution complexities, and hurdles in clinical translation. Further, this study provides new perspectives to leverage nanotechnology in promoting the development and optimization of natural plant products for nanomedical applications and guiding the progression of NDDS toward enhanced efficiency, precision, and safety. This article is categorized under: Therapeutic Approaches and Drug Discovery > Emerging Technologies Nanotechnology Approaches to Biology > Nanoscale Systems in Biology.
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- Liying Huang
- The Key Laboratory of Microcosmic Syndrome Differentiation, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Yunnan Key Laboratory of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine for Chronic Disease in Prevention and Treatment, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- The Key Laboratory of Microcosmic Syndrome Differentiation, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Yunnan Key Laboratory of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine for Chronic Disease in Prevention and Treatment, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- The Key Laboratory of Microcosmic Syndrome Differentiation, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Yunnan Key Laboratory of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine for Chronic Disease in Prevention and Treatment, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- The Key Laboratory of Microcosmic Syndrome Differentiation, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Yunnan Key Laboratory of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine for Chronic Disease in Prevention and Treatment, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- The Key Laboratory of Microcosmic Syndrome Differentiation, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Yunnan Key Laboratory of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine for Chronic Disease in Prevention and Treatment, Yunnan University of Chinese Medicine, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Yunnan Clinical Medical Research Center for Geriatric Diseases, Yunnan First People's Hospital, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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Mu R, Zhu D, Abdulmalik S, Wijekoon S, Wei G, Kumbar SG. Stimuli-responsive peptide assemblies: Design, self-assembly, modulation, and biomedical applications. Bioact Mater 2024; 35:181-207. [PMID: 38327824 PMCID: PMC10847779 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2024.01.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2023] [Revised: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 01/21/2024] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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Peptide molecules have design flexibility, self-assembly ability, high biocompatibility, good biodegradability, and easy functionalization, which promote their applications as versatile biomaterials for tissue engineering and biomedicine. In addition, the functionalization of self-assembled peptide nanomaterials with other additive components enhances their stimuli-responsive functions, promoting function-specific applications that induced by both internal and external stimulations. In this review, we demonstrate recent advance in the peptide molecular design, self-assembly, functional tailoring, and biomedical applications of peptide-based nanomaterials. The strategies on the design and synthesis of single, dual, and multiple stimuli-responsive peptide-based nanomaterials with various dimensions are analyzed, and the functional regulation of peptide nanomaterials with active components such as metal/metal oxide, DNA/RNA, polysaccharides, photosensitizers, 2D materials, and others are discussed. In addition, the designed peptide-based nanomaterials with temperature-, pH-, ion-, light-, enzyme-, and ROS-responsive abilities for drug delivery, bioimaging, cancer therapy, gene therapy, antibacterial, as well as wound healing and dressing applications are presented and discussed. This comprehensive review provides detailed methodologies and advanced techniques on the synthesis of peptide nanomaterials from molecular biology, materials science, and nanotechnology, which will guide and inspire the molecular level design of peptides with specific and multiple functions for function-specific applications.
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- Rongqiu Mu
- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, 266071, Qingdao, China
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, 266071, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Connecticut Health, Farmington, 06030, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Connecticut Health, Farmington, 06030, USA
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Qingdao University, 266071, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering & Department of Materials Science and Engineering, University of Connecticut, Storrs, 06269, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Connecticut Health, Farmington, 06030, USA
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Zhai Z, Edgar KJ. Polysaccharide Aldehydes and Ketones: Synthesis and Reactivity. Biomacromolecules 2024; 25:2261-2276. [PMID: 38490188 PMCID: PMC11005020 DOI: 10.1021/acs.biomac.4c00020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2024] [Revised: 03/02/2024] [Accepted: 03/04/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024]
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Polysaccharides are biodegradable, abundant, sustainable, and often benign natural polymers. The achievement of selective modification of polysaccharides is important for targeting specific properties and structures and will benefit future development of highly functional, sustainable materials. The synthesis of polysaccharides containing aldehyde or ketone moieties is a promising tool for achieving this goal because of the rich chemistry of aldehyde or ketone groups, including Schiff base formation, nucleophilic addition, and reductive amination. The obtained polysaccharide aldehydes or ketones themselves have rich potential for making useful materials, such as self-healing hydrogels, polysaccharide-protein therapeutic conjugates, or drug delivery vehicles. Herein, we review recent advances in synthesizing polysaccharides containing aldehyde or ketone moieties and briefly introduce their reactivity and corresponding applications.
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- Zhenghao Zhai
- Macromolecules
Innovation Institute, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia 24061, United States
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- Macromolecules
Innovation Institute, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia 24061, United States
- Department
of Sustainable Biomaterials, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Virginia 24061, United States
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Wang J, Wu X, Chen J, Gao T, Zhang Y, Yu N. Traditional Chinese medicine polysaccharide in nano-drug delivery systems: Current progress and future perspectives. Biomed Pharmacother 2024; 173:116330. [PMID: 38422656 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2024.116330] [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: 11/16/2023] [Revised: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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Traditional Chinese medicine polysaccharides (TCMPs) have gained increasing attention in the field of nanomedicine due to their diverse biological activities and favorable characteristics as drug carriers, including biocompatibility, biodegradability, safety, and ease of modification. TCMPs-based nano-drug delivery systems (NDDSs) offer several advantages, such as evasion of reticuloendothelial system (RES) phagocytosis, protection against biomolecule degradation, enhanced drug bioavailability, and potent therapeutic effects. Therefore, a comprehensive review of the latest developments in TCMPs-based NDDSs and their applications in disease therapy is of great significance. This review provides an overview of the structural characteristics and biological activities of TCMPs relevant to carrier design, the strategies employed for constructing TCMPs-based NDDSs, and the versatile role of TCMPs in these systems. Additionally, current challenges and future prospects of TCMPs in NDDSs are discussed, aiming to provide valuable insights for future research and clinical translation.
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- Juan Wang
- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Preparation, General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Preparation, General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China; Department of Chemistry, School of Basic Medical Science, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Preparation, General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China; Department of Clinical Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia, China.
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Lu A, Li S. Polysaccharides as a Hydrophilic Building Block of Amphiphilic Block Copolymers for the Conception of Nanocarriers. Pharmaceutics 2024; 16:467. [PMID: 38675130 PMCID: PMC11054713 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16040467] [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: 01/16/2024] [Revised: 03/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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Polysaccharides are gaining increasing attention for their relevance in the production of sustainable materials. In the domain of biomaterials, polysaccharides play an important role as hydrophilic components in the design of amphiphilic block copolymers for the development of drug delivery systems, in particular nanocarriers due to their outstanding biocompatibility, biodegradability, and structural versatility. The presence of a reducing end in polysaccharide chains allows for the synthesis of polysaccharide-based block copolymers. Compared with polysaccharide-based graft copolymers, the structure of block copolymers can be more precisely controlled. In this review, the synthesis methods of polysaccharide-based amphiphilic block copolymers are discussed in detail, taking into consideration the structural characteristics of polysaccharides. Various synthetic approaches, including reductive amination, oxime ligation, and other chain-end modification reactions, are explored. This review also focuses on the advantages of polysaccharides as hydrophilic blocks in polymeric nanocarriers. The structure and unique properties of different polysaccharides such as cellulose, hyaluronic acid, chitosan, alginate, and dextran are described along with examples of their applications as hydrophilic segments in the synthesis of amphiphilic copolymers to construct nanocarriers for sustained drug delivery.
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- Aijing Lu
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Quality Research and Control of Tissue Regenerative Biomaterial & NMPA Research Base of Regulatory Science for Medical Devices, Institute of Regulatory Science for Medical Devices, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, China;
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- Institut Européen des Membranes, UMR CNRS 5635, Université de Montpellier, 34095 Montpellier, France
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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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Żebrowska J, Mucha P, Prusinowski M, Krefft D, Żylicz-Stachula A, Deptuła M, Skoniecka A, Tymińska A, Zawrzykraj M, Zieliński J, Pikuła M, Skowron PM. Development of hybrid biomicroparticles: cellulose exposing functionalized fusion proteins. Microb Cell Fact 2024; 23:81. [PMID: 38481305 PMCID: PMC10938831 DOI: 10.1186/s12934-024-02344-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2024] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND One of the leading current trends in technology is the miniaturization of devices to the microscale and nanoscale. The highly advanced approaches are based on biological systems, subjected to bioengineering using chemical, enzymatic and recombinant methods. Here we have utilised the biological affinity towards cellulose of the cellulose binding domain (CBD) fused with recombinant proteins. RESULTS Here we focused on fusions with 'artificial', concatemeric proteins with preprogrammed functions, constructed using DNA FACE™ technology. Such CBD fusions can be efficiently attached to micro-/nanocellulose to form functional, hybrid bionanoparticles. Microcellulose (MCC) particles were generated by a novel approach to enzymatic hydrolysis using Aspergillus sp. cellulase. The interaction between the constructs components - MCC, CBD and fused concatemeric proteins - was evaluated. Obtaining of hybrid biomicroparticles of a natural cellulose biocarrier with proteins with therapeutic properties, fused with CBD, was confirmed. Further, biological tests on the hybrid bioMCC particles confirmed the lack of their cytotoxicity on 46BR.1 N fibroblasts and human adipose derived stem cells (ASCs). The XTT analysis showed a slight inhibition of the proliferation of 46BR.1 N fibroblasts and ACSs cells stimulated with the hybrid biomicroparticles. However, in both cases no changes in the morphology of the examined cells after incubation with the hybrid biomicroparticles' MCC were detected. CONCLUSIONS Microcellulose display with recombinant proteins involves utilizing cellulose, a natural polymer found in plants, as a platform for presenting or displaying proteins. This approach harnesses the structural properties of cellulose to express or exhibit various recombinant proteins on its surface. It offers a novel method for protein expression, presentation, or immobilization, enabling various applications in biotechnology, biomedicine, and other fields. Microcellulose shows promise in biomedical fields for wound healing materials, drug delivery systems, tissue engineering scaffolds, and as a component in bio-sensors due to its biocompatibility and structural properties.
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- Joanna Żebrowska
- Department of Molecular Biotechnology, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-308, Poland.
- BioVentures Institute Ltd, Poznan, 60-141, Poland.
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- Department of Molecular Biochemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-308, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Biotechnology, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-308, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Biotechnology, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-308, Poland
- BioVentures Institute Ltd, Poznan, 60-141, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Biotechnology, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-308, Poland
- BioVentures Institute Ltd, Poznan, 60-141, Poland
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- Laboratory of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Division of Embryology, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-211, Poland
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- Laboratory of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Division of Embryology, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-211, Poland
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- Laboratory of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Division of Embryology, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-211, Poland
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- Division of Clinical Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-211, Poland
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- Department of Oncologic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-211, Poland
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- Laboratory of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Division of Embryology, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-211, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Biotechnology, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-308, Poland
- BioVentures Institute Ltd, Poznan, 60-141, Poland
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Sela A, Moussa S, Rodov V, Iasur Kruh L, Poverenov E. Carboxymethyl chitosan-N-alkylimine derivatives: Synthesis, characterization and use for preservation of symbiotic biofertilizer bacteria on chickpea seeds. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 262:130057. [PMID: 38340940 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.130057] [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: 06/26/2023] [Revised: 01/21/2024] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024]
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A series of carboxymethyl chitosan-N-alkylimine derivatives with side chain length of 4 to 10 carbons (CMCS-n, n = 4, 6, 8, 10) was prepared in a one-step solvent-free synthesis using Schiff base chemistry. The modified polysaccharides were characterized by their spectral, thermal and physical properties. The prepared polymers demonstrated an ability to spontaneous self-assembly with a clear correlation between critical aggregation concentration and the chain length of the alkyl substituent. N-alkylimine-CMCS derivatives were found to deliver hydrophobic (curcumin) and hydrophilic (ascorbic acid) active agents in unfavorable environments of water and oil, respectively. Then, N-alkylimine-CMCS derivatives were used as a platform for the delivery of symbiotic gram-positive bacteria Bacillus subtilis CJ onto chickpea seeds. These bacteria demonstrated a significantly higher survival rate (106 CFU/mL) in dried CMCS-6 derivative film than in other films tested. The seeds treated with N-alkylimine-CMCS coatings that contained B. subtilis CJ demonstrated up to 100-fold increase of this bacterial population on the seedlings in comparison to the pristine CMCS.
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- Aviad Sela
- Agro-nanotechnology and Advanced Materials Research Center, Department of Food Science, Agriculture Research Organization, The Volcani Institute, Rishon LeZion, Israel; Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environment, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Rehovot, Israel
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- Department of Biotechnology Engineering, Braude College of Engineering, Carmiel, Israel
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- Department of Postharvest Science, Agricultural Research Organization, The Volcani Institute, Rishon LeZion, Israel
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- Department of Biotechnology Engineering, Braude College of Engineering, Carmiel, Israel
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- Agro-nanotechnology and Advanced Materials Research Center, Department of Food Science, Agriculture Research Organization, The Volcani Institute, Rishon LeZion, Israel.
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Yang P, Lu Y, Gou W, Qin Y, Tan J, Luo G, Zhang Q. Glycosaminoglycans' Ability to Promote Wound Healing: From Native Living Macromolecules to Artificial Biomaterials. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2024; 11:e2305918. [PMID: 38072674 PMCID: PMC10916610 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202305918] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Revised: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 03/07/2024]
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Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) are important for the occurrence of signaling molecules and maintenance of microenvironment within the extracellular matrix (ECM) in living tissues. GAGs and GAG-based biomaterial approaches have been widely explored to promote in situ tissue regeneration and repair by regulating the wound microenvironment, accelerating re-epithelialization, and controlling ECM remodeling. However, most approaches remain unacceptable for clinical applications. To improve insights into material design and clinical translational applications, this review highlights the innate roles and bioactive mechanisms of native GAGs during in situ wound healing and presents common GAG-based biomaterials and the adaptability of application scenarios in facilitating wound healing. Furthermore, challenges before the widespread commercialization of GAG-based biomaterials are shared, to ensure that future designed and constructed GAG-based artificial biomaterials are more likely to recapitulate the unique and tissue-specific profile of native GAG expression in human tissues. This review provides a more explicit and clear selection guide for researchers designing biomimetic materials, which will resemble or exceed their natural counterparts in certain functions, thereby suiting for specific environments or therapeutic goals.
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- Peng Yang
- Institute of Burn ResearchState Key Laboratory of TraumaBurn and Combined InjurySouthwest HospitalThird Military Medical UniversityChongqing400038China
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- Institute of Burn ResearchState Key Laboratory of TraumaBurn and Combined InjurySouthwest HospitalThird Military Medical UniversityChongqing400038China
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- Institute of Burn ResearchState Key Laboratory of TraumaBurn and Combined InjurySouthwest HospitalThird Military Medical UniversityChongqing400038China
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- Department of Dermatology and Laboratory of DermatologyClinical Institute of Inflammation and ImmunologyFrontiers Science Center for Disease‐Related Molecular NetworkWest China HospitalSichuan UniversityChengdu610041China
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- Institute of Burn ResearchState Key Laboratory of TraumaBurn and Combined InjurySouthwest HospitalThird Military Medical UniversityChongqing400038China
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- Institute of Burn ResearchState Key Laboratory of TraumaBurn and Combined InjurySouthwest HospitalThird Military Medical UniversityChongqing400038China
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- Institute of Burn ResearchState Key Laboratory of TraumaBurn and Combined InjurySouthwest HospitalThird Military Medical UniversityChongqing400038China
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Świętek M, Marková I, Malínská H, Hüttl M, Miklánková D, Černá K, Konefał R, Horák D. Tannic acid- and N-acetylcysteine-chitosan-modified magnetic nanoparticles reduce hepatic oxidative stress in prediabetic rats. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2024; 235:113791. [PMID: 38335769 DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2024.113791] [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: 12/19/2023] [Revised: 02/01/2024] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024]
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Magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) modified with tannic acid (TA) have shown remarkable success as an antioxidant and antimicrobial therapeutic agent. Herein, we report a synthetic procedure for the preparation of silica-coated MNPs modified with N-acetylcysteine-modified chitosan and TA. This was achieved by free-radical grafting of NAC onto chitosan (CS), a layer-by-layer technique for modifying negatively charged MNP@SiO2 nanoparticles with positively charged CS-NAC, and crosslinking CS with TA. The antioxidant and metabolic effects of MNP@SiO2-CS-NAC and MNP@SiO2-CS-NAC-TA nanoparticles were tested in a model of prediabetic rats with hepatic steatosis, the hereditary hypertriglyceridemic rats (HHTg). The particles exhibited significant antioxidant properties in the liver, increasing the activity of the antioxidant enzymes superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione reductase (GR) and glutathione peroxidase (GPx), decreasing the concentration of the lipoperoxidation product malondialdehyde (MDA), and improving the antioxidant status determined as the ratio of reduced to oxidized glutathione; in particular, TA increased some antioxidant parameters. MNPs carrying antioxidants such as NAC and TA could thus represent a promising therapeutic agent for the treatment of various diseases accompanied by increased oxidative stress.
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- Małgorzata Świętek
- Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Czech Academy of Sciences, Heyrovského Nám. 2, 162 00 Prague 6, Czech Republic
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- Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Vídeňská 1958, 140 21 Prague 4, Czech Republic
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- Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Vídeňská 1958, 140 21 Prague 4, Czech Republic
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- Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Vídeňská 1958, 140 21 Prague 4, Czech Republic
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- Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Vídeňská 1958, 140 21 Prague 4, Czech Republic
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- Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Vídeňská 1958, 140 21 Prague 4, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Czech Academy of Sciences, Heyrovského Nám. 2, 162 00 Prague 6, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Czech Academy of Sciences, Heyrovského Nám. 2, 162 00 Prague 6, Czech Republic.
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Ma Y, Morozova SM, Kumacheva E. From Nature-Sourced Polysaccharide Particles to Advanced Functional Materials. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024:e2312707. [PMID: 38391153 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202312707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2023] [Revised: 02/15/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024]
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Polysaccharides constitute over 90% of the carbohydrate mass in nature, which makes them a promising feedstock for manufacturing sustainable materials. Polysaccharide particles (PSPs) are used as effective scavengers, carriers of chemical and biological cargos, and building blocks for the fabrication of macroscopic materials. The biocompatibility and degradability of PSPs are advantageous for their uses as biomaterials with more environmental friendliness. This review highlights the progresses in PSP applications as advanced functional materials, by describing PSP extraction, preparation, and surface functionalization with a variety of functional groups, polymers, nanoparticles, and biologically active species. This review also outlines the fabrication of PSP-derived macroscopic materials, as well as their applications in soft robotics, sensing, scavenging, water harvesting, drug delivery, and bioengineering. The paper is concluded with an outlook providing perspectives in the development and applications of PSP-derived materials.
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- Yingshan Ma
- Department of Chemistry, University of Toronto, 80 St. George Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 3H6, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Toronto, 80 St. George Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 3H6, Canada
- Center of Fluid Physics and Soft Matter, N.E. Bauman Moscow State Technical University, 5/1 2-nd Baumanskaya street, Moscow, 105005, Russia
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Toronto, 80 St. George Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 3H6, Canada
- Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry, University of Toronto, 200 College Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 3E5, Canada
- The Institute of Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering, University of Toronto, 4 Taddle Creek Road, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 3G9, Canada
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Jons CK, Cheng D, Dong C, Meany EL, Nassi JJ, Appel EA. AAV eluting lenses for single-step targeted expression of genetically-encoded activity sensors for in vivo microendoscopic calcium imaging. BIORXIV : THE PREPRINT SERVER FOR BIOLOGY 2024:2023.11.09.566491. [PMID: 38014217 PMCID: PMC10680654 DOI: 10.1101/2023.11.09.566491] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2023]
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Optical methods for studying the brain offer powerful approaches for understanding how neural activity underlies complex behavior. These methods typically rely on genetically encoded sensors and actuators to monitor and control neural activity. For microendoscopic calcium imaging, injection of a virus followed by implantation of a lens probe is required to express a calcium sensor and enable optical access to the target brain region. This two-step process poses several challenges, chief among them being the risks associated with mistargeting and/or misalignment between virus expression zone, lens probe and target brain region. Here, we engineer an adeno-associated virus (AAV)-eluting polymer coating for gradient refractive index (GRIN) lenses enabling expression of a genetically encoded calcium indicator (GCaMP) directly within the brain region of interest upon implantation of the lens. This approach requires only one surgical step and guarantees alignment between GCaMP expression and lens in the brain. Additionally, the slow virus release from these coatings increases the working time for surgical implantation, expanding the brain regions and species amenable to this approach. These enhanced capabilities should accelerate neuroscience research utilizing optical methods and advance our understanding of the neural circuit mechanisms underlying brain function and behavior in health and disease. Significance Statement We engineered a polymer coating for gradient refractive index (GRIN) lenses that provides controlled release of adeno-associated viruses (AAVs). This technology enables expression of a genetically encoded calcium indicator (GCaMP) directly at the brain region of interest upon implantation of the lens. Compared to current methods, our coating offers two important improvements. First, it simplifies surgery by combining GCaMP expression and lens placement in one step, saving time and ensuring alignment. Second, controlled release of AAV from these coatings extends the time available for surgery, making it possible to implant lenses in deeper parts of the brain and in more species. These advances accelerate neuroscience research and deepen our understanding of how neural circuits impact both health and disease.
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Akram W, Pandey V, Sharma R, Joshi R, Mishra N, Garud N, Haider T. Inulin: Unveiling its potential as a multifaceted biopolymer in prebiotics, drug delivery, and therapeutics. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 259:129131. [PMID: 38181920 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.129131] [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: 10/22/2023] [Revised: 12/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/07/2024]
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In recent years, inulin has gained much attention as a promising multifunctional natural biopolymer with numerous applications in drug delivery, prebiotics, and therapeutics. It reveals a multifaceted biopolymer with transformative implications by elucidating the intricate interplay between inulin and the host, microbiome, and therapeutic agents. Their flexible structure, exceptional targetability, biocompatibility, inherent ability to control release behavior, tunable degradation kinetics, and protective ability make them outstanding carriers in healthcare and biomedicine. USFDA has approved Inulin as a nutritional dietary supplement for infants. The possible applications of inulin in biomedicine research inspired by nature are presented. The therapeutic potential of inulin goes beyond its role in prebiotics and drug delivery. Recently, significant research efforts have been made towards inulin's anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory properties for their potential applications in treating various chronic diseases. Moreover, its ability to reduce inflammation and modulate immune responses opens new avenues for treating conditions such as autoimmune disorders and gastrointestinal ailments. This review will attempt to illustrate the inulin's numerous and interconnected roles, shedding light on its critical contributions to the advancement of healthcare and biomedicine and its recent advancement in therapeutics, and conclude by taking valuable insights into the prospects and opportunities of inulin.
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- Wasim Akram
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 4774005, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 4774005, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 4774005, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, ShriRam college of Pharmacy, Banmore 476444, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 4774005, India
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- School of Studies in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jiwaji University, Gwalior 474011, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 4774005, India.
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Kou F, Mei Y, Wang W, Wei X, Xiao H, Wu X. Phellinus linteus polysaccharides: A review on their preparation, structure-activity relationships, and drug delivery systems. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 258:128702. [PMID: 38072341 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.128702] [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: 06/19/2023] [Revised: 11/30/2023] [Accepted: 12/07/2023] [Indexed: 12/21/2023]
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Phellinus linteus polysaccharides exhibit antitumor, immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, mitigate insulin resistance, and enhance the diversity and abundance of gut microbiota. However, the bioactivities of P. linteus polysaccharides vary owing to the complex structure, thereby, limiting their application. Various processing strategies have been employed to modify them for improving the functional properties and yield. Herein, we compare the primary modes of extraction and purification employed to improve the yield and purity, review the structure-activity relationships, and discuss the application of P. linteus polysaccharides using nano-carriers for the encapsulation and delivery of various drugs to improve bioactivity. The limitations and future perspectives are also discussed. Exploring the bioactivity, structure-activity relationship, processing methods, and delivery routes of P. linteus polysaccharides will facilitate the development of functional foods and dietary supplements rich in P. linteus polysaccharides.
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- Fang Kou
- Department of Marine Food Science and Technology, Gangneung-Wonju National University, Gangneung, South Korea; College of Food Science, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, Daqing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- College of Food Science, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, Daqing, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China.
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- Department of Food Science, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA, United States of America
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- Department of Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health, Miami University, Oxford, OH, United States of America
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Li M, Liu Y, Liu Y, Lin J, Ding L, Wu S, Gong J. Fabrication of targeted and pH responsive lysozyme-hyaluronan nanoparticles for 5-fluorouracil and curcumin co-delivery in colorectal cancer therapy. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 254:127836. [PMID: 37931859 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127836] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2023] [Revised: 10/28/2023] [Accepted: 10/31/2023] [Indexed: 11/08/2023]
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Green nanotechnology is considered a promising method to construct functional materials with significant anticancer activity, while overcoming the shortcomings of traditional synthesis process complexity and high organic solvents consumption. Thus, in this study, we report for the first time the rational design and green synthesis of functionalized 5-fluorouracil and curcumin co-loaded lysozyme-hyaluronan composite colloidal nanoparticles (5-Fu/Cur@LHNPs) for better targeted colorectal cancer therapy with minimized side effects. The functionalized 5-Fu/Cur@LHNPs exhibit stabilized particle size (126.1 nm) with excellent homogeneity (PDI = 0.1), favorable colloidal stabilities, and excellent re-dispersibility. In vitro cell experiments illustrate that the cellular uptake of 5-Fu/Cur@LHNPs was significantly improved and further promoted a higher apoptosis ratio of HCT-116 cells. Compared with the control group, the 5-Fu/Cur@LHNPs formulation group achieved effective inhibition (60.1 %) of colorectal tumor growth. The alcohol-free self-assembly method to construct 5-Fu/Cur@LHNPs is simple and safe for a translational chemotherapy drug, also to promote more robust delivery systems for treating colorectal cancer.
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- Maolin Li
- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, PR China
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- Department of Oncology, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100038, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, PR China
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- Department of Oncology, Beijing Shijitan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100038, PR China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, PR China; Haihe Laboratory of Sustainable Chemical Transformations, Tianjin 300192, PR China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, PR China; Haihe Laboratory of Sustainable Chemical Transformations, Tianjin 300192, PR China
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Li H, Feng J, Yu K, Liu S, Wang H, Fu J. Construction of asymmetric dual-layer polysaccharide-based porous structure on multiple sources for potential application in biomedicine. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 254:127361. [PMID: 37827411 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127361] [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: 05/26/2023] [Revised: 10/08/2023] [Accepted: 10/09/2023] [Indexed: 10/14/2023]
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Biomedical materials can produce high efficiency and special behavior with an integrated internal structure. It is possible that changing the structure of biomedical materials could extend and promote the application of eco-friendly and multifunctional biomaterials. However, the instantaneous formation of complex structures between tannic acid (TA) and polysaccharides is disrupted, and the reconstruction of the new porous structure becomes a key issue. Here, we present an innovative one-step forming method for an asymmetric dual-layer porous structure of carboxymethyl chitosan (CC)/sodium alginate (SA)/TA, which can be utilized in various biomedical applications. Even after 6 months of storage, it still demonstrates a range of desirable properties including tailorable performance, efficient antibacterial activity, ultrarapid antioxidant activity, low differential blood clotting index and cytotoxicity. This suggests its potential for regulating and controlling wound bleeding, providing flexible possibilities for potential applications in biomedicine.
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- Huimin Li
- Jiangsu Engineering Technology Research Centre for Functional Textiles, Jiangnan University, No.1800 Lihu Avenue, Wuxi, China
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- Jiangsu Engineering Technology Research Centre for Functional Textiles, Jiangnan University, No.1800 Lihu Avenue, Wuxi, China
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- Jiangsu Engineering Technology Research Centre for Functional Textiles, Jiangnan University, No.1800 Lihu Avenue, Wuxi, China
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- College of Textile and Clothing, Yancheng Institute of Technology, Yancheng 224007, China
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- Jiangsu Engineering Technology Research Centre for Functional Textiles, Jiangnan University, No.1800 Lihu Avenue, Wuxi, China.
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- Jiangsu Engineering Technology Research Centre for Functional Textiles, Jiangnan University, No.1800 Lihu Avenue, Wuxi, China; China National Textile and Apparel Council Key Laboratory of Natural Dyes, Soochow University, Suzhou 215123, China.
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Mittal RK, Mishra R, Uddin R, Sharma V. Hydrogel Breakthroughs in Biomedicine: Recent Advances and Implications. Curr Pharm Biotechnol 2024; 25:1436-1451. [PMID: 38288792 DOI: 10.2174/0113892010281021231229100228] [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: 10/09/2023] [Revised: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/28/2023] [Indexed: 07/23/2024]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this review is to present a succinct summary of the latest advancements in the utilization of hydrogels for diverse biomedical applications, with a particular focus on their revolutionary impact in augmenting the delivery of drugs, tissue engineering, along with diagnostic methodologies. METHODS Using a meticulous examination of current literary works, this review systematically scrutinizes the nascent patterns in applying hydrogels for biomedical progress, condensing crucial discoveries to offer a comprehensive outlook on their ever-changing importance. RESULTS The analysis presents compelling evidence regarding the growing importance of hydrogels in biomedicine. It highlights their potential to significantly enhance drug delivery accuracy, redefine tissue engineering strategies, and advance diagnostic techniques. This substantiates their position as a fundamental element in the progress of modern medicine. CONCLUSION In summary, the constantly evolving advancement of hydrogel applications in biomedicine calls for ongoing investigation and resources, given their diverse contributions that can revolutionize therapeutic approaches and diagnostic methods, thereby paving the way for improved patient well-being.
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- Ravi K Mittal
- Galgotias College of Pharmacy, Greater Noida, 201310, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Lloyd School of Pharmacy, Knowledge Park II, Greater Noida-201306, Uttar Pradesh, India
- GLA University, Mathura-281406, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Sir Madanlal Institute of Pharmacy, Etawah-206001 Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Galgotias College of Pharmacy, Greater Noida, 201310, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Mneimneh AT, Mehanna MM. Chondroitin Sulphate: An emerging therapeutic multidimensional proteoglycan in colon cancer. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 254:127672. [PMID: 38287564 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127672] [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: 06/03/2023] [Revised: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 01/31/2024]
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Chondroitin sulfate (CS) is a sulfated glycosaminoglycan (GAG) that has captured massive attention in the field of drug delivery. As the colon is considered the preferred site for local and systemic delivery of bioactive agents for the treatment of various diseases, colon-targeted drug delivery rose to the surface of research. Amid several tactics to attain colon-targeted drug release, the exploitation of polymers degraded by colonic bacteria holds great promise. Chondroitin sulfate as a biodegradable, biocompatible mucopolysaccharide is known for its anti-inflammatory, anti-osteoarthritis, anti-atherosclerotic, anti-oxidant, and anti-coagulant effects. Besides these therapeutic functions, CS thrived to play a major role in nanocarriers as a matrix material, coat, and targeting ligand. This review focuses on the role of CS in nanocarriers as a matrix material or as a targeting moiety for colon cancer therapy, relating the present applications to future perspectives.
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- Amina T Mneimneh
- Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology Research Lab, Faculty of Pharmacy, Beirut Arab University, Beirut, Lebanon.
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- Department of Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Alexandria University, Alexandria, 21521, Egypt; Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Lebanese American University, Byblos, Lebanon.
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Wang D, Zhang Z, Zhao L, Yang L, Lou C. Recent advances in natural polysaccharides against hepatocellular carcinoma: A review. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 253:126766. [PMID: 37689300 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126766] [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: 05/28/2023] [Revised: 08/26/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 09/11/2023]
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Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a malignant tumor of the digestive system that poses a serious threat to human life and health. Chemotherapeutic drugs commonly used in the clinic have limited efficacy and heavy adverse effects. Therefore, it is imperative to find effective and safe alternatives, and natural polysaccharides (NPs) fit the bill. This paper summarizes in detail the anti-HCC activity of NPs in vitro, animal and clinical trials. Furthermore, the addition of NPs can reduce the deleterious effects of chemotherapeutic drugs such as immunotoxicity, bone marrow suppression, oxidative stress, etc. The potential mechanisms are related to induction of apoptosis and cell cycle arrest, block of angiogenesis, invasion and metastasis, stimulation of immune activity and targeting of MircoRNA. And on this basis, we further elucidate that the anti-HCC activity may be related to the monosaccharide composition, molecular weight (Mw), conformational features and structural modifications of NPs. In addition, due to its good physicochemical properties, it is widely used as a drug carrier in the delivery of chemotherapeutic drugs and small molecule components. This review provides a favorable theoretical basis for the application of the anti-HCC activity of NPs.
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- Dazhen Wang
- Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, Harbin 150081, China
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- Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, Harbin 150081, China
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- Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, Harbin 150081, China
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- Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, Harbin 150081, China
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- Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, Harbin 150081, China.
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Gao X, Homayoonfal M. Exploring the anti-cancer potential of Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides (GLPs) and their versatile role in enhancing drug delivery systems: a multifaceted approach to combat cancer. Cancer Cell Int 2023; 23:324. [PMID: 38104078 PMCID: PMC10724890 DOI: 10.1186/s12935-023-03146-8] [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: 08/07/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023] Open
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There has been a growing global interest in the potential health benefits of edible natural bioactive products in recent years. Ganoderma lucidum, a medicinal mushroom, has gained attention for its decadent array of therapeutic and pharmaceutical compounds. Notably, G. lucidum exhibits significant anti-cancer effects against various cancer types. Polysaccharides, a prominent component in G. lucidum, are pivotal in conferring its diverse biological and medicinal properties. The primary focus of this study was to investigate the anti-cancer activities of G. lucidum polysaccharides (GLPs), with particular attention to their potential to mitigate chemotherapy-associated toxicity and enhance targeted drug delivery. Our findings reveal that GLPs exhibit anti-cancer effects through diverse mechanisms, including cytotoxicity, antioxidative properties, apoptosis induction, reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation, and anti-proliferative effects. Furthermore, the potential of GLPs-based nanoparticles (NPs) as delivery vehicles for bioactive constituents was explored. These GLPs-based NPs are designed to target various cancer tissues, enhancing the biological activity of encapsulated compounds. As such, GLPs derived from G. lucidum represent a promising avenue for inhibiting cancer progression, minimizing chemotherapy-related side effects, and supporting their utilization in combination therapies as natural adjuncts.
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- Xiaoli Gao
- Department of Life Science, Lyuliang University, Lyuliang, 033001, Shanxi, China.
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- Research Center for Biochemistry and Nutrition in Metabolic Diseases, Institute for Basic Sciences, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, I.R. of Iran.
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Li Z, Wang M, Yang Z. Structural characterization, anti-tumor and immunomodulatory activity of intracellular polysaccharide from Armillaria luteo-virens. Carbohydr Res 2023; 534:108945. [PMID: 37738818 DOI: 10.1016/j.carres.2023.108945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2022] [Revised: 07/28/2023] [Accepted: 09/15/2023] [Indexed: 09/24/2023]
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Armillaria luteo-virens (A. luteo-virens) is a kind of edible fungus mainly exists in Qinghai-Tibet of China, but at present only very few studies focus on the bioactivities of its polysaccharides. This study aimed to purify and characterize the structure features of a novel intracellular polysaccharide (ALP-A) derived from A. luteo-virens and explore its potential anti-tumor and immunomodulatory activities. Through systematic separation and purification, we obtained a homogeneous ALP-A with an average molecular weight of 23693Da. Structural analysis indicated that ALP-A was mainly composed of glucose and mannose with a molar ratio of 6.02:1. The repeating unit of ALP-A was →4) -α-D-Glcp-(1→ backbone with α-Glcp-(1→ and α-Manp-(6→ side chains which branched at O-2 position. The anti-tumor assays in vivo suggested that ALP-A could effectively restrain S180 solid tumor growth, protect immune organs and promote the secretion of cytokines (IL2, IL6 and TNF-α) in serum. Besides, in vitro immunomodulatory assays indicated that ALP-A could improve proliferation, phagocytic capacity and raise the level of NO and cytokines in Raw264.7 cells. These results demonstrate that ALP-A which possess potential antitumor and immunomodulatory abilities can be developed as a new functional food.
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- Zhang Li
- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology, Frontiers Science Center for Disease-related Molecular Network, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610064, China
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- Laboratory Animal Center, West China School of Basic Medical Science & Forensic Medicine, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Biological Resource and Ecological Environment of the Ministry of Education, College of Life Sciences, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610064, China
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Iqbal Y, Ahmed I, Irfan MF, Chatha SAS, Zubair M, Ullah A. Recent advances in chitosan-based materials; The synthesis, modifications and biomedical applications. Carbohydr Polym 2023; 321:121318. [PMID: 37739510 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.121318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2023] [Revised: 08/18/2023] [Accepted: 08/19/2023] [Indexed: 09/24/2023]
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The attention to polymer-based biomaterials, for instance, chitosan and its derivatives, as well as the techniques for using them in numerous scientific domains, is continuously rising. Chitosan is a decomposable naturally occurring polymeric material that is mostly obtained from seafood waste. Because of its special ecofriendly, biocompatible, non- toxic nature as well as antimicrobial properties, chitosan-based materials have received a lot of interest in the field of biomedical applications. The reactivity of chitosan is mainly because of the amino and hydroxyl groups in its composition, which makes it further fascinating for various uses, including biosensing, textile finishing, antimicrobial wound dressing, tissue engineering, bioimaging, gene, DNA and drug delivery and as a coating material for medical implants. This study is an overview of the different types of chitosan-based materials which now a days have been fabricated by applying different techniques and modifications that include etherification, esterification, crosslinking, graft copolymerization and o-acetylation etc. for hydroxyl groups' processes and acetylation, quaternization, Schiff's base reaction, and grafting for amino groups' reactions. Furthermore, this overview summarizes the literature from recent years related to the important applications of chitosan-based materials (i.e., thin films, nanocomposites or nanoparticles, sponges and hydrogels) in different biomedical applications.
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- Yasir Iqbal
- Lipid Utilization, Polymers/Materials Chemistry Group, Department of Agriculture Food and Nutritional Science, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2P5, Canada; Department of Chemistry, Government College University Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, Government College University Faisalabad, 38000, Pakistan
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- Lipid Utilization, Polymers/Materials Chemistry Group, Department of Agriculture Food and Nutritional Science, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2P5, Canada
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- Lipid Utilization, Polymers/Materials Chemistry Group, Department of Agriculture Food and Nutritional Science, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2P5, Canada
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- Lipid Utilization, Polymers/Materials Chemistry Group, Department of Agriculture Food and Nutritional Science, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2P5, Canada.
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Meng Q, Zhong S, Wang J, Gao Y, Cui X. 10-hydroxycamptothecin-loaded starch-based microcapsules with the stepwise responsive release strategy for targeted controlled release. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 252:126424. [PMID: 37607650 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126424] [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: 05/09/2023] [Revised: 07/18/2023] [Accepted: 08/17/2023] [Indexed: 08/24/2023]
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Controlled and accurate drug release at the target site have been the focus of research. Especially in cancer therapy, economical, convenient and accurate delivery strategies could help to reduce the toxic effects of drugs on normal tissues and improve drug availability. In the study, glutathione (GSH)-responsive microcapsules (FA-RSMCs) were prepared by sonochemical method based on thiolated modified starch. 10-Hydroxycamptothecin (HCPT) was designed as a reactive oxygen species (ROS)-responsive polyprodrug (polyHCPT), which was loaded into the core of the microcapsules to obtain stepwise released drug delivery carriers. In the tumor microenvironment, FA-RSMCs first triggered GSH-responsive cleavage to release polyHCPT, followed by ROS-responsive cleavage of polyHCPT to release intact HCPT drug molecules. The results of experiments in simulated tumor microenvironment showed that FA-RSMCs exhibited good cascade-response release properties in vitro. It exhibited good anti-tumor ability and protection of normal cells in cytotoxicity in vitro. This strategy enhanced the accuracy and safety of targeted delivery of HCPT via microcapsules, which has potential for clinical application.
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- Qingye Meng
- College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, PR China
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- College of Resources and Environment, Jilin Agricultural University, Changchun 130118, PR China
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- College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, PR China
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- College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, PR China; State Key Laboratory of Supramolecular Structure and Materials, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, PR China; Weihai Institute for Bionics-Jilin University, Weihai 264400, PR China.
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- College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, PR China; Weihai Institute for Bionics-Jilin University, Weihai 264400, PR China.
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Wang Z, Wang X, Xu W, Li Y, Lai R, Qiu X, Chen X, Chen Z, Mi B, Wu M, Wang J. Translational Challenges and Prospective Solutions in the Implementation of Biomimetic Delivery Systems. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:2623. [PMID: 38004601 PMCID: PMC10674763 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15112623] [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: 09/25/2023] [Revised: 11/03/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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Biomimetic delivery systems (BDSs), inspired by the intricate designs of biological systems, have emerged as a groundbreaking paradigm in nanomedicine, offering unparalleled advantages in therapeutic delivery. These systems, encompassing platforms such as liposomes, protein-based nanoparticles, extracellular vesicles, and polysaccharides, are lauded for their targeted delivery, minimized side effects, and enhanced therapeutic outcomes. However, the translation of BDSs from research settings to clinical applications is fraught with challenges, including reproducibility concerns, physiological stability, and rigorous efficacy and safety evaluations. Furthermore, the innovative nature of BDSs demands the reevaluation and evolution of existing regulatory and ethical frameworks. This review provides an overview of BDSs and delves into the multifaceted translational challenges and present emerging solutions, underscored by real-world case studies. Emphasizing the potential of BDSs to redefine healthcare, we advocate for sustained interdisciplinary collaboration and research. As our understanding of biological systems deepens, the future of BDSs in clinical translation appears promising, with a focus on personalized medicine and refined patient-specific delivery systems.
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- Zhe Wang
- Department of Pathology, The Eighth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen 518033, China; (Z.W.); (R.L.)
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen 518107, China; (X.W.); (W.X.); (Y.L.); (X.Q.); (X.C.); (Z.C.)
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen 518107, China; (X.W.); (W.X.); (Y.L.); (X.Q.); (X.C.); (Z.C.)
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen 518107, China; (X.W.); (W.X.); (Y.L.); (X.Q.); (X.C.); (Z.C.)
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- Department of Pathology, The Eighth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen 518033, China; (Z.W.); (R.L.)
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen 518107, China; (X.W.); (W.X.); (Y.L.); (X.Q.); (X.C.); (Z.C.)
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen 518107, China; (X.W.); (W.X.); (Y.L.); (X.Q.); (X.C.); (Z.C.)
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen 518107, China; (X.W.); (W.X.); (Y.L.); (X.Q.); (X.C.); (Z.C.)
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China;
- Hubei Province Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Development and Regeneration, Wuhan 430022, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen 518107, China; (X.W.); (W.X.); (Y.L.); (X.Q.); (X.C.); (Z.C.)
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen 518107, China; (X.W.); (W.X.); (Y.L.); (X.Q.); (X.C.); (Z.C.)
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Adebayo AS, Agbaje K, Adesina SK, Olajubutu O. Colorectal Cancer: Disease Process, Current Treatment Options, and Future Perspectives. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:2620. [PMID: 38004598 PMCID: PMC10674471 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15112620] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2023] [Revised: 10/28/2023] [Accepted: 11/02/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the deadliest malignancies in the US, ranking fourth after lung, prostate, and breast cancers, respectively, in general populations. It continues to be a menace, and the incidence has been projected to more than double by 2035, especially in underdeveloped countries. This review seeks to provide some insights into the disease progression, currently available treatment options and their challenges, and future perspectives. Searches were conducted in the PubMed search engine in the university's online library. The keywords were "Colorectal Cancer" AND "disease process" OR "disease mechanisms" OR "Current Treatment" OR "Prospects". Selection criteria were original articles published primarily during the period of 2013 through 2023. Abstracts, books and documents, and reviews/systematic reviews were filtered out. Of over 490 thousand articles returned, only about 800 met preliminary selection criteria, 200 were reviewed in detail, but 191 met final selection criteria. Fifty-one other articles were used due to cross-referencing. Although recently considered a disease of lifestyle, CRC incidence appears to be rising in countries with low, low-medium, and medium social demographic indices. CRC can affect all parts of the colon and rectum but is more fatal with poor disease outcomes when it is right-sided. The disease progression usually takes between 7-10 years and can be asymptomatic, making early detection and diagnosis difficult. The CRC tumor microenvironment is made up of different types of cells interacting with each other to promote the growth and proliferation of the tumor cells. Significant advancement has been made in the treatment of colorectal cancer. Notable approaches include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and cryotherapy. Chemotherapy, including 5-fluorouracil, irinotecan, oxaliplatin, and leucovorin, plays a significant role in the management of CRC that has been diagnosed at advanced stages. Two classes of monoclonal antibody therapies have been approved by the FDA for the treatment of colorectal cancer: the vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) inhibitor, e.g., bevacizumab (Avastin®), and the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitor, e.g., cetuximab (Erbitux®) and panitumumab (Verbitix®). However, many significant problems are still being experienced with these treatments, mainly off-target effects, toxic side effects, and the associated therapeutic failures of small molecular drugs and the rapid loss of efficacy of mAb therapies. Other novel delivery strategies continue to be investigated, including ligand-based targeting of CRC cells.
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- Amusa S. Adebayo
- College of Pharmacy, Howard University, 2400 6th St NW, Washington, DC 20059, USA; (K.A.); (S.K.A.); (O.O.)
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Trzaskowski M, Drozd M, Ciach T. Study on Saccharide-Glucose Receptor Interactions with the Use of Surface Plasmon Resonance. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:16079. [PMID: 38003267 PMCID: PMC10671554 DOI: 10.3390/ijms242216079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2023] [Revised: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 11/06/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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The aim of this study was to investigate the process of attachment of saccharide particles differing in degree of complexity to cell receptors responsible for transport of glucose across the cell membrane (GLUT proteins). This phenomenon is currently considered when designing modern medicines, e.g., peptide drugs to which glucose residues are attached, enabling drugs to cross the barrier of cell membranes and act inside cells. This study aims to help us understand the process of assimilation of polysaccharide nanoparticles by tumour cells. In this study, the interactions between simple saccharides (glucose and sucrose) and dextran nanoparticles with two species of GLUT proteins (GLUT1 and GLUT4) were measured using the surface plasmon resonance technique. We managed to observe the interactions of glucose and sucrose with both applied proteins. The lowest concentration that resulted in the detection of interaction was 4 mM of glucose on GLUT1. Nanoparticles were measured using the same proteins with a detection limit of 40 mM. These results indicate that polysaccharide nanoparticles interact with GLUT proteins. The measured strengths of interactions differ between proteins; thus, this study can suggest which protein is preferable when considering it as a mean of nanoparticle carrier transport.
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- Maciej Trzaskowski
- Centre for Advanced Materials and Technologies CEZAMAT, Warsaw University of Technology, Poleczki 19, 02-822 Warsaw, Poland;
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- Centre for Advanced Materials and Technologies CEZAMAT, Warsaw University of Technology, Poleczki 19, 02-822 Warsaw, Poland;
- Faculty of Chemistry, Warsaw University of Technology, Noakowskiego 3, 00-664 Warsaw, Poland
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- Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, Waryńskiego 1, 00-645 Warsaw, Poland;
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Kawasaki R, Ikeda A. "On-Off" Switching of Functional Guest Molecules via Exchange of Natural Product Solubilizing Agents. Chembiochem 2023; 24:e202300455. [PMID: 37497578 DOI: 10.1002/cbic.202300455] [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: 06/19/2023] [Revised: 07/26/2023] [Accepted: 07/27/2023] [Indexed: 07/28/2023]
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For the development of delivery systems, the solubilization of hydrophobic guest molecules in water is an important yet challenging task. This can be achieved by preparing stable aqueous solutions with a high concentration of guest molecules using a natural product as a solubilizing agent and a mechanochemical high-speed vibration milling apparatus as a solubilizing method. Various solubilizing agent-guest molecule complexes can be obtained via the exchange between solubilizing agents, which enables the "on-off" switching of the properties of functional guest molecules, such as fluorescence intensity, and photodynamic activity. In the exchange method, guest molecules can transfer into cell membranes such as lysosomes and exosomes. Therefore, the exchange method of the solubilizing agents not only creates novel solubilizing agent-guest molecule complexes but also is applied to drug delivery systems.
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- Riku Kawasaki
- Applied Chemistry Program, Graduate School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Hiroshima University, 1-4-1 Kagamiyama, Higashi-Hiroshima, Hiroshima 739-8527, Japan
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- Applied Chemistry Program, Graduate School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Hiroshima University, 1-4-1 Kagamiyama, Higashi-Hiroshima, Hiroshima 739-8527, Japan
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Kaltbeitzel J, Wich PR. Protein-based Nanoparticles: From Drug Delivery to Imaging, Nanocatalysis and Protein Therapy. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2023; 62:e202216097. [PMID: 36917017 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202216097] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2022] [Revised: 03/12/2023] [Accepted: 03/13/2023] [Indexed: 03/16/2023]
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Proteins and enzymes are versatile biomaterials for a wide range of medical applications due to their high specificity for receptors and substrates, high degradability, low toxicity, and overall good biocompatibility. Protein nanoparticles are formed by the arrangement of several native or modified proteins into nanometer-sized assemblies. In this review, we will focus on artificial nanoparticle systems, where proteins are the main structural element and not just an encapsulated payload. While under natural conditions, only certain proteins form defined aggregates and nanoparticles, chemical modifications or a change in the physical environment can further extend the pool of available building blocks. This allows the assembly of many globular proteins and even enzymes. These advances in preparation methods led to the emergence of new generations of nanosystems that extend beyond transport vehicles to diverse applications, from multifunctional drug delivery to imaging, nanocatalysis and protein therapy.
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- Jonas Kaltbeitzel
- School of Chemical Engineering, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
- Australian Centre for NanoMedicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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- School of Chemical Engineering, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
- Australian Centre for NanoMedicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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Russo B, Piacentini E, Bazzarelli F, Calderoni G, Vacca P, Figoli A, Giorno L. Scalable production of chitosan sub-micron particles by membrane ionotropic gelation process. Carbohydr Polym 2023; 318:121125. [PMID: 37479456 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.121125] [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: 04/13/2023] [Revised: 06/07/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 07/23/2023]
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Ionotropic gelation (IG) is a highly attractive method for the synthesis of natural water-soluble polymeric nanoparticles (NPs) and sub-micron particles (sMP) due to its relatively simple procedure and the absence of organic solvents. The method involves the electrostatic interaction between two ionic species of opposite charge. Although it is well studied at the laboratory scale, the difficulty to achieve size control in conventional bench-top process is actually a critical aspect of the technology. The aim of this work is to study the membrane dispersion technology in combination with IG as a suitable scalable method for the production of chitosan sub-micron particles (CS-sMPs). The two phases, one containing chitosan (CS) and the other containing sodium tripolyphosphate (TPP), were put in contact using a tubular hydrophobic glass membrane with a pore diameter of 1 μm. TPP (dispersed phase) was permeated through the membrane pores into the lumen side along which the CS solution (the continuous phase) flowed in batch recirculation or continuous single-pass operation mode. The influence of chemical variables (i.e. pH, concentration and mass ratio of polyelectrolyte species, emulsifier) and fluid-dynamic parameters (i.e. polyelectrolyte solution flow rate and their relative mass ratio) was studied to precisely tune the size of CS-Ps.
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- Beatrice Russo
- Institute on Membrane Technology (CNR-ITM), Via P. Bucci 17/c, 87036 Rende, CS, Italy
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- Institute on Membrane Technology (CNR-ITM), Via P. Bucci 17/c, 87036 Rende, CS, Italy.
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- Institute on Membrane Technology (CNR-ITM), Via P. Bucci 17/c, 87036 Rende, CS, Italy
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- SAES Getters S.p.A., Group Research Labs, Viale Italia 77, 20045 Lainate, MI, Italy
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- SAES Getters S.p.A., Group Research Labs, Viale Italia 77, 20045 Lainate, MI, Italy
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- Institute on Membrane Technology (CNR-ITM), Via P. Bucci 17/c, 87036 Rende, CS, Italy
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- Institute on Membrane Technology (CNR-ITM), Via P. Bucci 17/c, 87036 Rende, CS, Italy
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Chiaregato CG, Bernardinelli OD, Shavandi A, Sabadini E, Petri DFS. The effect of the molecular structure of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose on the states of water, wettability, and swelling properties of cryogels prepared with and without CaO 2. Carbohydr Polym 2023; 316:121029. [PMID: 37321726 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.121029] [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: 01/27/2023] [Revised: 05/08/2023] [Accepted: 05/13/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) belongs to the cellulose ether family that has hydroxyl groups substituted by hydrophobic methyl groups (DS) and hydrophilic hydroxypropyl groups (MS). Herein, the interactions between water molecules and cryogels prepared with HPMC in the presence and absence of a linear nonionic surfactant, as well as CaO2 microparticles, which react with water producing O2, were systematically investigated by sorption experiments and Time-Domain Nuclear Magnetic Resonance. Regardless of the DS and MS, most water molecules presented transverse relaxation time t2 typical of intermediate water and a small population of more tightly bound water. HPMC cryogels with the highest DS of 1.9 presented the slowest swelling rate of 0.519 ± 0.053 gwater/(g.s) and the highest contact angle values 85.250o ± 0.004o, providing the best conditions for a slow reaction between CaO2 and water. The presence of surfactant favored hydrophobic interactions that allowed the polar head of the surfactant to be exposed to the medium, resulting in a higher swelling rate and lower contact angle values. The HPMC with the highest MS presented the fastest swelling rate and the lowest contact angle. These findings are relevant for the formulations and reactions, where tuning the swelling kinetics is crucial for the final application.
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- Camila Gruber Chiaregato
- Department of Fundamental Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, University of São Paulo, 05508-000 São Paulo, Brazil
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- BioMatter Unit, École Polytechnique de Bruxelles, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), 1050 Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Physical Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, State University of Campinas, 6154, 13083-970 Campinas, Brazil
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Chatterjee S, Mahmood S, Hilles AR, Thomas S, Roy S, Provaznik V, Romero EL, Ghosal K. Cationic starch: A functionalized polysaccharide based polymer for advancement of drug delivery and health care system - A review. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 248:125757. [PMID: 37429342 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.125757] [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: 03/29/2023] [Revised: 06/17/2023] [Accepted: 07/07/2023] [Indexed: 07/12/2023]
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Research and development in health care industry is in persistence progression. To make it more patient-friendly or to get maximum benefits from it, special attention to different advanced drug delivery system (ADDS) is employed that delivers the drug at the target site and will be able to sustain/control release of drugs. ADDS should be non-toxic, biodegradable, biocompatible along with desirable showing physicochemical and functional properties. These drug delivery systems can be totally based on polymers, either with natural or synthetic polymers. The molecular weight of polymer can be tuned and different groups of polymers can be modified or substituted with other functional groups. Degree of substitution is also tailored. Cationic starch in recent years is exploited in drug delivery, tissue engineering and biomedicine. Due to their abundant availability, low cost, easy chemical modification, low toxicity, biodegradability and biocompatibility, extensive research is now being carried out. Our present discussion will shed light on the usage of cationic starch in health care system.
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- Shreya Chatterjee
- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Jadavpur University, Kolkata 700032, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- INHART, International Islamic University Malaysia, Jalan Gombak, 53100, Selangor, Malaysia
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- IIUCNN, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala, India
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Communication, Brno University of Technology Technická 12, 61200 Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Communication, Brno University of Technology Technická 12, 61200 Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Science and Technology, Nanomedicines Research and Development Center, Quilmes National University, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Jadavpur University, Kolkata 700032, India.
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Solomevich SO, Oranges CM, Kalbermatten DF, Schwendeman A, Madduri S. Natural polysaccharides and their derivatives as potential medical materials and drug delivery systems for the treatment of peripheral nerve injuries. Carbohydr Polym 2023; 315:120934. [PMID: 37230605 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.120934] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2023] [Revised: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 04/17/2023] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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Peripheral nerve repair following injury is one of the most serious problems in neurosurgery. Clinical outcomes are often unsatisfactory and associated with a huge socioeconomic burden. Several studies have revealed the great potential of biodegradable polysaccharides for improving nerve regeneration. We review here the promising therapeutic strategies involving different types of polysaccharides and their bio-active composites for promoting nerve regeneration. Within this context, polysaccharide materials widely used for nerve repair in different forms are highlighted, including nerve guidance conduits, hydrogels, nanofibers and films. While nerve guidance conduits and hydrogels were used as main structural scaffolds, the other forms including nanofibers and films were generally used as additional supporting materials. We also discuss the issues of ease of therapeutic implementation, drug release properties and therapeutic outcomes, together with potential future directions of research.
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- Sergey O Solomevich
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Research Institute for Physical Chemical Problems of the Belarusian State University, Minsk, Belarus
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- Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals and University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals and University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland; Bioengineering and Neuroregeneration Laboratory, Department of Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals and University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Biointerfaces Institute, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Division, Department of Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals and University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland; Bioengineering and Neuroregeneration Laboratory, Department of Surgery, Geneva University Hospitals and University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland.
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Lukova P, Katsarov P, Pilicheva B. Application of Starch, Cellulose, and Their Derivatives in the Development of Microparticle Drug-Delivery Systems. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:3615. [PMID: 37688241 PMCID: PMC10490215 DOI: 10.3390/polym15173615] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2023] [Revised: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023] Open
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Micro- and nanotechnologies have been intensively studied in recent years as novel platforms for targeting and controlling the delivery of various pharmaceutical substances. Microparticulate drug delivery systems for oral, parenteral, or topical administration are multiple unit formulations, considered as powerful therapeutic tools for the treatment of various diseases, providing sustained drug release, enhanced drug stability, and precise dosing and directing the active substance to specific sites in the organism. The properties of these pharmaceutical formulations are highly dependent on the characteristics of the polymers used as drug carriers for their preparation. Starch and cellulose are among the most preferred biomaterials for biomedical applications due to their biocompatibility, biodegradability, and lack of toxicity. These polysaccharides and their derivatives, like dextrins (maltodextrin, cyclodextrins), ethylcellulose, methylcellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, carboxy methylcellulose, etc., have been widely used in pharmaceutical technology as excipients for the preparation of solid, semi-solid, and liquid dosage forms. Due to their accessibility and relatively easy particle-forming properties, starch and cellulose are promising materials for designing drug-loaded microparticles for various therapeutic applications. This study aims to summarize some of the basic characteristics of starch and cellulose derivatives related to their potential utilization as microparticulate drug carriers in the pharmaceutical field.
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- Paolina Lukova
- Department of Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Plovdiv, 4002 Plovdiv, Bulgaria;
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Plovdiv, 4002 Plovdiv, Bulgaria;
- Research Institute at Medical University of Plovdiv, 4002 Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Plovdiv, 4002 Plovdiv, Bulgaria;
- Research Institute at Medical University of Plovdiv, 4002 Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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Visan AI, Cristescu R. Polysaccharide-Based Coatings as Drug Delivery Systems. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:2227. [PMID: 37765196 PMCID: PMC10537422 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15092227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Revised: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/27/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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Therapeutic polysaccharide-based coatings have recently emerged as versatile strategies to transform a conventional medical implant into a drug delivery system. However, the translation of these polysaccharide-based coatings into the clinic as drug delivery systems still requires a deeper understanding of their drug degradation/release profiles. This claim is supported by little or no data. In this review paper, a comprehensive description of the benefits and challenges generated by the polysaccharide-based coatings is provided. Moreover, the latest advances made towards the application of the most important representative coatings based on polysaccharide types for drug delivery are debated. Furthermore, suggestions/recommendations for future research to speed up the transition of polysaccharide-based drug delivery systems from the laboratory testing to clinical applications are given.
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- Anita Ioana Visan
- National Institute for Lasers, Plasma and Radiation Physics, 409 Atomistilor Street, 077125 Magurele, Ilfov, Romania
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- National Institute for Lasers, Plasma and Radiation Physics, 409 Atomistilor Street, 077125 Magurele, Ilfov, Romania
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Veerapandian M, Ramasundaram S, Jerome P, Chellasamy G, Govindaraju S, Yun K, Oh TH. Drug Delivery Application of Functional Nanomaterials Synthesized Using Natural Sources. J Funct Biomater 2023; 14:426. [PMID: 37623670 PMCID: PMC10455391 DOI: 10.3390/jfb14080426] [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: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 08/03/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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Nanomaterials (NMs) synthesized from natural sources have been attracting greater attention, due to their intrinsic advantages including biocompatibility, stimuli-responsive property, nontoxicity, cost-effectiveness, and non-immunogenic characteristics in the biological environment. Among various biomedical applications, a breakthrough has been achieved in the development of drug delivery systems (DDS). Biocompatibility is necessary for treating a disease safely without any adverse effects. Some components in DDS respond to the physiological environment, such as pH, temperature, and functional group at the target, which facilitates targeted drug release. NM-based DDS is being applied for treating cancer, arthritis, cardiovascular diseases, and dermal and ophthalmic diseases. Metal nanomaterials and carbon quantum dots are synthesized and stabilized using functional molecules extracted from natural sources. Polymers, mucilage and gums, exosomes, and molecules with biological activities are directly derived from natural sources. In DDS, these functional components have been used as drug carriers, imaging agents, targeting moieties, and super disintegrants. Plant extracts, biowaste, biomass, and microorganisms have been used as the natural source for obtaining these NMs. This review highlights the natural sources, synthesis, and application of metallic materials, polymeric materials, carbon dots, mucilage and gums, and exosomes in DDS. Aside from that, challenges and future perspectives on using natural resources for DDS are also discussed.
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- Mekala Veerapandian
- Department of Bionanotechnology, Gachon University, Soengnam 13120, Republic of Korea; (M.V.); (G.C.); (S.G.)
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan 38436, Republic of Korea; (S.R.); (P.J.)
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan 38436, Republic of Korea; (S.R.); (P.J.)
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- Department of Bionanotechnology, Gachon University, Soengnam 13120, Republic of Korea; (M.V.); (G.C.); (S.G.)
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- Department of Bionanotechnology, Gachon University, Soengnam 13120, Republic of Korea; (M.V.); (G.C.); (S.G.)
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- Department of Bionanotechnology, Gachon University, Soengnam 13120, Republic of Korea; (M.V.); (G.C.); (S.G.)
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Yeungnam University, Gyeongsan 38436, Republic of Korea; (S.R.); (P.J.)
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Lukova P, Katsarov P. Contemporary Aspects of Designing Marine Polysaccharide Microparticles as Drug Carriers for Biomedical Application. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:2126. [PMID: 37631340 PMCID: PMC10458623 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15082126] [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: 06/22/2023] [Revised: 08/05/2023] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
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The main goal of modern pharmaceutical technology is to create new drug formulations that are safer and more effective. These formulations should allow targeted drug delivery, improved drug stability and bioavailability, fewer side effects, and reduced drug toxicity. One successful approach for achieving these objectives is using polymer microcarriers for drug delivery. They are effective for treating various diseases through different administration routes. When creating pharmaceutical systems, choosing the right drug carrier is crucial. Biomaterials have become increasingly popular over the past few decades due to their lack of toxicity, renewable sources, and affordability. Marine polysaccharides, in particular, have been widely used as substitutes for synthetic polymers in drug carrier applications. Their inherent properties, such as biodegradability and biocompatibility, make marine polysaccharide-based microcarriers a prospective platform for developing drug delivery systems. This review paper explores the principles of microparticle design using marine polysaccharides as drug carriers. By reviewing the current literature, the paper highlights the challenges of formulating polymer microparticles, and proposes various technological solutions. It also outlines future perspectives for developing marine polysaccharides as drug microcarriers.
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- Paolina Lukova
- Department of Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Plovdiv, 4002 Plovdiv, Bulgaria;
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Plovdiv, 4002 Plovdiv, Bulgaria
- Research Institute at Medical University of Plovdiv, 4002 Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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