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Lee JH, Lim H, Ma G, Kweon S, Park SJ, Seo M, Lee JH, Yang SB, Jeong HG, Park J. Nano-anticoagulant based on carrier-free low molecular weight heparin and octadecylamine with an albumin shuttling effect. Nat Commun 2024; 15:6769. [PMID: 39117649 PMCID: PMC11310394 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-50819-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 07/23/2024] [Indexed: 08/10/2024] Open
Abstract
Low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH), derived from unfractionated heparin (UFH), has enhanced anticoagulant efficacy, long duration of action, and extended half-life. Patients receiving LMWH for preventive therapies would strongly benefit from its long-term effects, however, achieving this is challenging. Here, we design and evaluate a nanoengineered LMWH and octadecylamine conjugate (LMHO) that can act for a long time while maintaining close to 97 ± 3% of LMWH activity via end-specific conjugation of the reducing end of LMWH. LMHO can self-assemble into nanoparticles with an average size of 105 ± 1.7 nm in water without any nanocarrier and can be combined with serum albumin, resulting in a lipid-based albumin shuttling effect. Such molecules can circulate in the bloodstream for 4-5 days. We corroborate the self-assembly capability of LMHO and its interaction with albumin through molecular dynamics (MD) simulations and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) analysis. This innovative approach to carrier-free polysaccharide delivery, enhanced by nanoengineered albumin shuttling, represents a promising platform to address limitations in conventional therapies.
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- Jae-Hyeon Lee
- Department of Biomedical Chemistry, College of Biomedical and Health Science, Konkuk University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Department of Applied Life Science, BK21 Program, Konkuk University, Chungju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Applied Life Science, BK21 Program, Konkuk University, Chungju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Applied Life Science, BK21 Program, Konkuk University, Chungju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Biopharmaceutical Science, Graduate School of Convergence Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
- College of Pharmacy, Chonnam National University, Gwangju, Republic of Korea.
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- College of Pharmacy, Seoul National University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Chemistry, College of Biomedical and Health Science, Konkuk University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Department of Applied Life Science, BK21 Program, Konkuk University, Chungju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Applied Life Science, BK21 Program, Konkuk University, Chungju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Applied Life Science, BK21 Program, Konkuk University, Chungju, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Neurocritical Care, Department of Neurosurgery and Neurology, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seongnam-si, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biomedical Chemistry, College of Biomedical and Health Science, Konkuk University, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
- Department of Applied Life Science, BK21 Program, Konkuk University, Chungju, Republic of Korea.
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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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Thyashan N, Ghimire ML, Lee S, Kim MJ. Exploring single-molecule interactions: heparin and FGF-1 proteins through solid-state nanopores. NANOSCALE 2024; 16:8352-8360. [PMID: 38563277 DOI: 10.1039/d4nr00274a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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Detection and characterization of protein-protein interactions are essential for many cellular processes, such as cell growth, tissue repair, drug delivery, and other physiological functions. In our research, we have utilized emerging solid-state nanopore sensing technology, which is highly sensitive to better understand heparin and fibroblast growth factor 1 (FGF-1) protein interactions at a single-molecule level without any modifications. Understanding the structure and behavior of heparin-FGF-1 complexes at the single-molecule level is very important. An abnormality in their formation can lead to life-threatening conditions like tumor growth, fibrosis, and neurological disorders. Using a controlled dielectric breakdown pore fabrication approach, we have characterized individual heparin and FGF-1 (one of the 22 known FGFs in humans) proteins through the fabrication of 17 ± 1 nm nanopores. Compared to heparin, the positively charged heparin-binding domains of some FGF-1 proteins translocationally react with the pore walls, giving rise to a distinguishable second peak with higher current blockade. Additionally, we have confirmed that the dynamic FGF-1 is stabilized upon binding with heparin-FGF-1 at the single-molecule level. The larger current blockades from the complexes relative to individual heparin and the FGF-1 recorded during the translocation ensure the binding of heparin-FGF-1 proteins, forming binding complexes with higher excluded volumes. Taken together, we demonstrate that solid-state nanopores can be employed to investigate the properties of individual proteins and their complex interactions, potentially paving the way for innovative medical therapies and advancements.
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- Navod Thyashan
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX, 75205, USA.
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX, 75205, USA.
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- Bionic Research Center, Biomedical Research Division, Korea Institute of Science and Technology, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX, 75205, USA.
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Seo M, Lee KJ, Seo B, Lee JH, Lee JH, Shin DW, Park J. Analysis of Self-Assembled Low- and High-Molecular-Weight Poly-L-Lysine-Ce6 Conjugate-Based Nanoparticles. Biomolecules 2024; 14:431. [PMID: 38672448 PMCID: PMC11048146 DOI: 10.3390/biom14040431] [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: 02/22/2024] [Revised: 03/26/2024] [Accepted: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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In cancer therapy, photodynamic therapy (PDT) has attracted significant attention due to its high potential for tumor-selective treatment. However, PDT agents often exhibit poor physicochemical properties, including solubility, necessitating the development of nanoformulations. In this study, we developed two cationic peptide-based self-assembled nanomaterials by using a PDT agent, chlorin e6 (Ce6). To manufacture biocompatible nanoparticles based on peptides, we used the cationic poly-L-lysine peptide, which is rich in primary amines. We prepared low- and high-molecular-weight poly-L-lysine, and then evaluated the formation and performance of nanoparticles after chemical conjugation with Ce6. The results showed that both molecules formed self-assembled nanoparticles by themselves in saline. Interestingly, the high-molecular-weight poly-L-lysine and Ce6 conjugates (HPLCe6) exhibited better self-assembly and PDT performance than low-molecular-weight poly-L-lysine and Ce6 conjugates (LPLCe6). Moreover, the HPLCe6 conjugates showed superior cellular uptake and exhibited stronger cytotoxicity in cell toxicity experiments. Therefore, it is functionally beneficial to use high-molecular-weight poly-L-lysine in the manufacturing of poly-L-lysine-based self-assembling biocompatible PDT nanoconjugates.
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- Minho Seo
- BK21 Program, Department of Applied Life Science, Konkuk University, Chungju 27478, Republic of Korea
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- BK21 Program, Department of Applied Life Science, Konkuk University, Chungju 27478, Republic of Korea
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- College of Biomedical and Health Science (RIBHS), Konkuk University, Chungju 27478, Republic of Korea
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- BK21 Program, Department of Applied Life Science, Konkuk University, Chungju 27478, Republic of Korea
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- BK21 Program, Department of Applied Life Science, Konkuk University, Chungju 27478, Republic of Korea
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- College of Biomedical and Health Science (RIBHS), Konkuk University, Chungju 27478, Republic of Korea
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- BK21 Program, Department of Applied Life Science, Konkuk University, Chungju 27478, Republic of Korea
- College of Biomedical and Health Science (RIBHS), Konkuk University, Chungju 27478, Republic of Korea
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Meher MK, Naidu G, Mishra A, Poluri KM. A review on multifaceted biomedical applications of heparin nanocomposites: Progress and prospects. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 260:129379. [PMID: 38242410 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.129379] [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: 10/02/2023] [Revised: 01/05/2024] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 01/21/2024]
Abstract
Advances in polymer-based nanocomposites have revolutionized biomedical applications over the last two decades. Heparin (HP), being a highly bioactive polymer of biological origin, provides strong biotic competence to the nanocomposites, broadening the horizon of their applicability. The efficiency, biocompatibility, and biodegradability properties of nanomaterials significantly improve upon the incorporation of heparin. Further, inclusion of structural/chemical derivatives, fractionates, and mimetics of heparin enable fabrication of versatile nanocomposites. Modern nanotechnological interventions have exploited the inherent biofunctionalities of heparin by formulating various nanomaterials, including inorganic/polymeric nanoparticles, nanofibers, quantum dots, micelles, liposomes, and nanogels ensuing novel functionalities targeting diverse clinical applications involving drug delivery, wound healing, tissue engineering, biocompatible coatings, nanosensors and so on. On this note, the present review explicitly summarises the recent HP-oriented nanotechnological developments, with a special emphasis on the reported successful engagement of HP and its derivatives/mimetics in nanocomposites for extensive applications in the laboratory and health-care facility. Further, the advantages and limitations/challenges specifically associated with HP in nanocomposites, undertaken in this current review are quintessential for future innovations/discoveries pertaining to HP-based nanocomposites.
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- Mukesh Kumar Meher
- Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee 247667, Uttarakhand, India
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- Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology Unit, Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur, Jodhpur 342011, Rajasthan, India
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- Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee 247667, Uttarakhand, India; Centre for Nanotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee 247667, Uttarakhand, India.
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Bhattacharjee A, Savargaonkar AV, Tahir M, Sionkowska A, Popat KC. Surface modification strategies for improved hemocompatibility of polymeric materials: a comprehensive review. RSC Adv 2024; 14:7440-7458. [PMID: 38433935 PMCID: PMC10906639 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra08738g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2023] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
Abstract
Polymeric biomaterials are a widely used class of materials due to their versatile properties. However, as with all other types of materials used for biomaterials, polymers also have to interact with blood. When blood comes into contact with any foreign body, it initiates a cascade which leads to platelet activation and blood coagulation. The implant surface also has to encounter a thromboinflammatory response which makes the implant integrity vulnerable, this leads to blood coagulation on the implant and obstructs it from performing its function. Hence, the surface plays a pivotal role in the design and application of biomaterials. In particular, the surface properties of biomaterials are responsible for biocompatibility with biological systems and hemocompatibility. This review provides a report on recent advances in the field of surface modification approaches for improved hemocompatibility. We focus on the surface properties of polysaccharides, proteins, and synthetic polymers. The blood coagulation cascade has been discussed and blood - material surface interactions have also been explained. The interactions of blood proteins and cells with polymeric material surfaces have been discussed. Moreover, the benefits as well as drawbacks of blood coagulation on the implant surface for wound healing purposes have also been studied. Surface modifications implemented by other researchers to enhance as well as prevent blood coagulation have also been analyzed.
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- Abhishek Bhattacharjee
- School of Advanced Material Discovery, Colorado State University Fort Collins CO 80523 USA
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- Department of Biomaterials and Cosmetic Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, Nicolaus Copernicus University Gagarina 7 87-100 Torun Poland
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- Department of Biomaterials and Cosmetic Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, Nicolaus Copernicus University Gagarina 7 87-100 Torun Poland
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- School of Advanced Material Discovery, Colorado State University Fort Collins CO 80523 USA
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Colorado State University Fort Collins CO 80523 USA
- Department of Bioengineering, George Mason University Fairfax VA 22030 USA
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Feng K, Wang K, Zhou Y, Xue H, Wang F, Jin H, Zhao W. Non-Anticoagulant Activities of Low Molecular Weight Heparins-A Review. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023; 16:1254. [PMID: 37765064 PMCID: PMC10537022 DOI: 10.3390/ph16091254] [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: 07/15/2023] [Revised: 08/23/2023] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
Abstract
Low molecular weight heparins (LMWHs) are derived from heparin through chemical or enzymatic cleavage with an average molecular weight (Mw) of 2000-8000 Da. They exhibit more selective activities and advantages over heparin, causing fewer side effects, such as bleeding and heparin-induced thrombocytopenia. Due to different preparation methods, LMWHs have diverse structures and extensive biological activities. In this review, we describe the basic preparation methods in this field and compare the main principles and advantages of these specific methods in detail. Importantly, we focus on the non-anticoagulant pharmacological effects of LMWHs and their conjugates, such as preventing glycocalyx shedding, anti-inflammatory, antiviral infection, anti-fibrosis, inhibiting angiogenesis, inhibiting cell adhesion and improving endothelial function. LMWHs are effective in various diseases at the animal level, including cancer, some viral diseases, fibrotic diseases, and obstetric diseases. Finally, we briefly summarize their usage and potential applications in the clinic to promote the development and utilization of LMWHs.
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- Ke Feng
- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, College of Pharmacy, Nankai University, 38 Tongyan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin 300350, China; (K.F.); (K.W.); (Y.Z.); (H.X.); (W.Z.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, College of Pharmacy, Nankai University, 38 Tongyan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin 300350, China; (K.F.); (K.W.); (Y.Z.); (H.X.); (W.Z.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, College of Pharmacy, Nankai University, 38 Tongyan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin 300350, China; (K.F.); (K.W.); (Y.Z.); (H.X.); (W.Z.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, College of Pharmacy, Nankai University, 38 Tongyan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin 300350, China; (K.F.); (K.W.); (Y.Z.); (H.X.); (W.Z.)
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- Department of Stomatology, Tianjin Nankai Hospital, 6 Changjiang Road, Nankai District, Tianjin 300100, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, College of Pharmacy, Nankai University, 38 Tongyan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin 300350, China; (K.F.); (K.W.); (Y.Z.); (H.X.); (W.Z.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, College of Pharmacy, Nankai University, 38 Tongyan Road, Jinnan District, Tianjin 300350, China; (K.F.); (K.W.); (Y.Z.); (H.X.); (W.Z.)
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