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Aycan D. Alginate/hyaluronic acid/gelatin ternary blended films as pH-sensitive drug carriers: In vitro ampicillin release and kinetic studies. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 277:134111. [PMID: 39048006 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2024] [Revised: 07/19/2024] [Accepted: 07/21/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024]
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Researchers continuously focused on the fabrication of innovative drug delivery systems to prevent microbial infections while minimizing systemic side effects. Among these, pH-sensitive antibiotic release systems based on bio-based materials have gained great attention due to their ability to precisely modulate drug kinetics and enhance therapeutic efficacy. Herein, pH-sensitive alginate/hyaluronic acid/gelatin ternary blended films were fabricated for the controlled release of ampicillin. Swelling capacity, hydrolytic degradation profile, pH reversibility and in vitro ampicillin release behavior of produced films were investigated in both simulated gastric (pH 1.2) and intestinal (pH 7.4) environments. The cumulative release amount of ampicillin at pH 1.2 (61.0 ± 1.07 mg drug/g polymer) was greater than that of at pH 7.4 (43.0 ± 1.05 mg drug/g polymer) proved that release behavior of ampicillin for produced films is pH-dependent. Based on the fitted release data, best fit was found as the first-order kinetic model with the highest R2 values of 0.966 and 0.962 for both pH conditions. According to Korsmeyer-Peppas model, drug release mechanism is also controlled by case II-transport. Furthermore, produced films demonstrated excellent cytocompatibility. All results revealed that obtained films could be a promising drug carrier to traditional targeting systems for site-specific, pH-sensitive ampicillin delivery in both gastric and intestine.
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- Didem Aycan
- Marmara University, Department of Chemical Engineering, 34854 Istanbul, Turkey.
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Li K, Zhao H, He X, Sun C, Xu R, Li Q. Ca 2+-mediated chitosan/sodium alginate encapsulated Red Monascus Pigment hydrogel beads: Preparation, characterization and release kinetics. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 277:134380. [PMID: 39098674 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134380] [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: 02/17/2024] [Revised: 07/26/2024] [Accepted: 07/30/2024] [Indexed: 08/06/2024]
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Red Monascus Pigment (RMP), a natural pigment, has attracted significant attention due to its suitability for food use and potential health benefits. However, preserving its stability and exploring value-added development opportunities remain crucial challenges. This study outlined the utilization of RMP, by successfully preparing hydrogel beads encapsulating RMP crude extract (RMPCE) through Ca2+-mediated chitosan (CS)/sodium alginate (SA) encapsulation (CO-RMPHB). A systematic investigation into the fabrication and stability parameters, including preparation conditions, temperature, monochromatic light and storage time, was undertaken. Through optimization (SA: 2.50 wt%; CaCl2: 6.00 wt%; CS: 0.50 wt%), maximum encapsulation efficiency of 73.54 ± 2.16 % was achieved. The maximum swelling degree of blank hydrogel beads (BHB) in simulated gastric solution (pH = 1.2, 1.50 ± 0.97 %) was significantly lower than in simulated intestinal solution (pH = 7.0, 28.05 ± 1.43 %), confirming their sensitivity to pH changes. Additionally, the CO-RMPHB (66.08 %, 1000 μL) exhibited superior DPPH radical scavenging capability compared to individual RMPCE or BHB. Furthermore, analysis of the release kinetics based on zero-order, first-order, Higuchi, and Ritger-Peppas models revealed that RMPCE release from CO-RMPHB under in vitro digestion models followed non-Fickian diffusion. This discovery effectively addresses the challenges of the stability and controlled release of RMP, expanding its applications in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
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- Kexin Li
- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Forest Food Processing and Safety, College of Biological Sciences and Biotechnology, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Forest Food Processing and Safety, College of Biological Sciences and Biotechnology, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
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- Sinopec Research Institute of Petroleum Processing Co., LTD, Beijing 100083, China
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Forest Food Processing and Safety, College of Biological Sciences and Biotechnology, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China.
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- Sinopec Research Institute of Petroleum Processing Co., LTD, Beijing 100083, China.
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China; Beijing Key Laboratory of Forest Food Processing and Safety, College of Biological Sciences and Biotechnology, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China.
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Shen Y, Tan Q, Sun J, Cai X, Shen L, Lin H, Wei X. Membrane fouling characteristics and mechanisms in coagulation-ultrafiltration process for treating microplastic-containing water. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 954:176524. [PMID: 39332724 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.176524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2024] [Revised: 09/23/2024] [Accepted: 09/23/2024] [Indexed: 09/29/2024]
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Microplastics (MPs) are recognized as a significant challenge to water treatment processes due to their ability to adsorb or accumulate alginate foulants, impacting the coagulation-ultrafiltration (CUF) process. In this study, the mechanisms of membrane fouling caused by MPs under varying dosages of polymeric aluminum chloride (PAC) coagulant in the CUF process were investigated. It was revealed that MPs contribute to membrane fouling, which initially intensifies and then alleviates as coagulant concentration increases, with a turning point at 0.05 mM PAC dosage. The most significant alleviation of membrane fouling was observed at 0.2 mM PAC dosage. An in-depth analysis of interfacial interaction energy changes during filtration was conducted using the extended Derjaguin-Landau-Verwey-Overbeek (XDLVO) theory, demonstrating how MPs alter the interaction forces between foulants and the membrane surface, leading to either the exacerbation or mitigation of fouling. Additionally, it was shown that at optimal coagulant concentrations, the presence of MPs promotes the formation of a loose and porous cake layer, disrupting the original structure and creating a more open block structure, thereby alleviating membrane fouling. These findings provide valuable insights for optimizing the CUF process in microplastic-containing water treatment, presenting a novel approach to enhancing efficiency and reducing membrane fouling.
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- Yue Shen
- College of Geography and Environmental Sciences, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China; Key Laboratory of Watershed Earth Surface Processes and Ecological Security, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China.
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- College of Geography and Environmental Sciences, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China; Key Laboratory of Watershed Earth Surface Processes and Ecological Security, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China
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- College of Geography and Environmental Sciences, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China; Key Laboratory of Watershed Earth Surface Processes and Ecological Security, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China
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- College of Geography and Environmental Sciences, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China; Key Laboratory of Watershed Earth Surface Processes and Ecological Security, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China.
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- College of Geography and Environmental Sciences, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China; Key Laboratory of Watershed Earth Surface Processes and Ecological Security, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China.
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- College of Geography and Environmental Sciences, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China; Key Laboratory of Watershed Earth Surface Processes and Ecological Security, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China
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- College of Geography and Environmental Sciences, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China; Key Laboratory of Watershed Earth Surface Processes and Ecological Security, Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua 321004, China.
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Yang S, Feng M, Xu J, Deng Z, Zhang H. Encapsulation, characterization and in vitro releasing of xylanase and glucose oxidase (GOD) into cellulose nanocrystals stabilized three-layer microcapsules. Int J Biol Macromol 2024:135515. [PMID: 39260632 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.135515] [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] [Revised: 07/05/2024] [Accepted: 09/08/2024] [Indexed: 09/13/2024]
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The xylanase and glucose oxidase (GOD) are easily inactivated, restricting their applicaiton in food and agriculture fields. In this work, xylanase and glucose oxidase (GOD) were encapsulated into cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) stabilized three-layer microcapsules via ionic gelation technique to improve their bioavailability and targeted delivery. Encapsulation efficiency (EE), physicochemical properties, and in vitro releasing of xylanase and GOD encapsulated in microcapsules were investigated. EE of xylanase and GOD reached the highest values (73.34 % and 67.16 %, respectively) at an enzyme concentration of 35 mg/mL. In vitro experiments revealed that cumulative release of both enzymes encapsulated in microcapsules was greater than that of controls in simulated gastric tract (SGT) and simulated intestinal tract (SIT). The release of xylanase increased from 41.62 % (gastric tract) to 77.13 % (intestine tract), and release of GOD increased from 42.63 % to 72.11 %, respectively. Novel hydrogel carriers as enzymes encapsulation system could effectively improve the survival rate of enzymes in harsh environments and could be widely employed in food, feed and other industries.
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- Shoufeng Yang
- Shanghai Veterinary Bio-tech Key Laboratory, College of Agriculture and Biology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, China
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- College of Food Science and Technology, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, China
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- Shanghai Veterinary Bio-tech Key Laboratory, College of Agriculture and Biology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, China
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- State Key Laboratory for Pollution Control, School of Environmental Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai 200092, China.
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- Shanghai Veterinary Bio-tech Key Laboratory, College of Agriculture and Biology, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, China.
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Yan Y, Yan W, Wu S, Zhao H, Chen Q, Wang J. Oral Patch/Film for Drug Delivery-Current Status and Future Prospects. Biopolymers 2024:e23625. [PMID: 39230032 DOI: 10.1002/bip.23625] [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: 06/20/2024] [Revised: 08/18/2024] [Accepted: 08/20/2024] [Indexed: 09/05/2024]
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In recent years, there has been extensive research into drug delivery systems aimed at enhancing drug utilization while minimizing drug toxicities. Among these systems, oral patches/films have garnered significant attention due to their convenience, noninvasive administration, ability to bypass hepatic first-pass metabolism, thereby enhancing drug bioavailability, and their potential to ensure good compliance, particularly among special patient populations. In this review, from the perspective of the anatomical characteristics of the oral cavity and the advantages and difficulties of oral drug delivery, we illustrate the design ideas, manufacturing techniques, research methodologies, and the essential attributes of an ideal oral patch/film. Furthermore, the applications of oral patches/films in both localized and systemic drug delivery were discussed. Finally, we offer insights into the future prospects of the oral patch/film, aiming to provide valuable reference for the advancement of oral localized drug delivery systems.
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- Yujie Yan
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Center for Stomatology & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Research Unit of Oral Carcinogenesis and Management & Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Inner Mongolia Medical University College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hohhot, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Center for Stomatology & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Research Unit of Oral Carcinogenesis and Management & Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Center for Stomatology & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Research Unit of Oral Carcinogenesis and Management & Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Center for Stomatology & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Research Unit of Oral Carcinogenesis and Management & Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Center for Stomatology & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Research Unit of Oral Carcinogenesis and Management & Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Gao Q, Duan L, Zhang H, Jia Y, Li M, Li S, Yang D. Effect of Mn 2+ on RO membrane organic fouling: Insights into the complexation and interfacial interaction. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 2024; 367:122041. [PMID: 39083934 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.122041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2024] [Revised: 07/13/2024] [Accepted: 07/27/2024] [Indexed: 08/02/2024]
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RO process is commonly used to treat and reuse manganese-containing industrial wastewater. Nevertheless, even after undergoing multi-stage treatment, the secondary biochemical effluent still exhibits a high concentration of Mn2+ coupled with organics entering the RO system, leading to membrane fouling. In this work, we systematically analyze the RO membrane organic fouling processes and mechanisms, considering the coexistence of Mn2+ with humic acid (HA), sodium alginate (SA), bovine serum albumin (BSA) and their mixtures (HBS). The impact of Mn2+ on membrane fouling was HBS > SA > HA > BSA, controlling polysaccharide pollutant concentrations should be a priority for mitigating membrane fouling. In the presence of Mn2+ with HA, SA, or HBS, membrane fouling is primarily attributed to the complexation of organics and Mn2+ and the facilitation of interfacial interaction energy. RO membrane BSA fouling was not directly affected by Mn2+, the addition of Mn2+ induced a salting-out effect, leading to the deposition of BSA in a single molecular on the membrane. Simultaneously, adhesion energy hinders the deposition of BSA on the membrane, resulting in milder membrane fouling. This study provided the theoretical basis and suggestions for RO membrane organic fouling control in the presence of Mn2+.
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- Qiusheng Gao
- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Basin Research Center for Water Pollution Control, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Environment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; College of Water Sciences, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, 100875, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Basin Research Center for Water Pollution Control, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Environment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Basin Research Center for Water Pollution Control, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Environment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; College of Water Sciences, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, 100875, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Basin Research Center for Water Pollution Control, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Environment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Basin Research Center for Water Pollution Control, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Environment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; College of Water Sciences, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, 100875, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Basin Research Center for Water Pollution Control, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Environment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Criteria and Risk Assessment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Basin Research Center for Water Pollution Control, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China; Key Laboratory of Estuarine and Coastal Environment, Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences, Beijing, 100012, China
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Luanda A, Manohar M, Charyulu RN, Badalamoole V. Evaluation of drug release efficiency and antibacterial property of a pH-responsive dextran-based silver nanocomposite hydrogel. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 268:131783. [PMID: 38657933 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131783] [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: 02/03/2024] [Revised: 04/04/2024] [Accepted: 04/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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The bioavailability of curcumin (CUR), a highly lipophilic and commonly used anticancer drug, is mainly affected by its poor solubility in aqueous environment and quick metabolism. These challenges can be met by employing delivery systems. Nanocomposite materials have been used as delivery systems to enhance the solubility and dissolution rate of the drug. This study aims to develop dextran-graft-poly(4-acryloylmorpholine) silver nanocomposite using a microwave-assisted method to evaluate its drug-release efficiency and antimicrobial activity. The materials were characterized by FT-IR, FE-SEM, EDS, XRD, HR-TEM, TGA, and BET techniques. Drug loading and release efficiency were evaluated using CUR as the model drug. The swelling and drug release studies were conducted in buffer solutions of pH 1.2 and 7.4. Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli were employed to evaluate the antibacterial activity. The cytotoxicity was assessed by MTT assay against the breast MCF-10. Higher swelling and drug release were observed at pH 1.2 than 7.4. Nanocomposite hydrogel exhibited antibacterial activity against the tested bacterial strains. Cytotoxicity study proved the safety of the developed matrix. The results suggest the developed nanocomposite hydrogel to be a promising polymer matrix for the sustained release of CUR for cancer treatment that requires infectious control.
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- Amos Luanda
- Department of Post-Graduate Studies & Research in Chemistry, Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri 574199 (DK), Karnataka, India; Department of Chemistry, College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences, University of Dodoma, P.O. Box 338, Dodoma, Tanzania
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nitte (Deemed to be University), Deralakatte, Mangalore 575018, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nitte (Deemed to be University), Deralakatte, Mangalore 575018, India
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- Department of Post-Graduate Studies & Research in Chemistry, Mangalore University, Mangalagangothri 574199 (DK), Karnataka, India.
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Liu X, Zhang P, Song H, Tang X, Hao Y, Guan Y, Chong T, Hussain S, Gao R. Unveiling a pH-Responsive Dual-Androgen-Blocking Magnetic Molecularly Imprinted Polymer for Enhanced Synergistic Therapy of Prostate Cancer. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:4348-4360. [PMID: 38253997 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c13732] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
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Prostate cancer is the most common malignancy diagnosed in men. Androgens are directly related to its pathogenesis. Inhibition of the androgen receptor (AR) is considered to be the most promising therapeutic approach for the treatment of prostate cancer. In this study, a new type of pH-responsive dual androgen-blocking nanodrug (FASC MIPs) based on a molecularly imprinted polymer has been designed and synthesized. The nanodrug could selectively sequester testosterone from the prostate tumor through specific molecular imprinting sites and simultaneously deliver the AR inhibitory drug bicalutamide, which ultimately leads to enhanced synergistic therapy of prostate cancer. FASC MIPs demonstrate excellent pH responsiveness in a simulated tumor microenvironment due to the presence of chitosan and significantly inhibit the growth of prostate cancer cells (LNCaP cells) by blocking the G1 phase of cytokinesis. Additionally, the nanodrug also displayed excellent antitumor properties in a xenograft mouse model of prostate cancer without any sign of detrimental effects on healthy tissues and organs. Both in vitro and in vivo studies verified the augmented and synergistic therapeutic effects of FASC MIPs, and the proposed dual-androgen-blocking strategy could explore novel avenues in prostate cancer treatment.
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- Xueyi Liu
- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an710049, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Urology, Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710004, Shaanxi, China
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- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an710049, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Urology, Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710004, Shaanxi, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Health Science Center, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710061, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Urology, Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710004, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Urology, Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an 710004, Shaanxi, China
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- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an710049, Shaanxi, China
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- School of Chemistry, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an710049, Shaanxi, China
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Trinh LT, Lim S, Lee HJ, Kim IT. Development of Efficient Sodium Alginate/Polysuccinimide-Based Hydrogels as Biodegradable Acetaminophen Delivery Systems. Gels 2023; 9:980. [PMID: 38131966 PMCID: PMC10743301 DOI: 10.3390/gels9120980] [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: 11/29/2023] [Revised: 12/13/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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Efficient drug delivery systems are essential for improving patient outcomes. Acetaminophen (AP), which is a kind of oral administration, is a commonly used pain reliever and fever reducer. However, oral administration carries various health risks, especially overdose and frequent use; for instance, AP is administered approximately 4 times per day. Therefore, the aim of this study is to develop an efficient delivery system for once-daily administration by combining sodium alginate and polysuccinimide (PSI) hydrogels to delay the release of analgesic AP. PSI is a biodegradable polymer that can be used safely and effectively in drug delivery systems because it is eliminated by hydrolysis in the intestine. The use of PSI also improves the mechanical properties of hydrogels and prolongs drug release. In this study, hydrogel characterizations such as mechanical properties, drug dissolution ability, and biodegradability were measured to evaluate the hydrolysis of PSI in the intestine. Based on the results, hydrogels could be designed to improve the structural mechanical properties and to allow the drug to be completely dissolved, and eliminated from the body through PSI hydrolysis in the intestines. In addition, the release profiles of AP in the hydrogels were evaluated, and the hydrogels provided continuous release of AP for 24 h. Our research suggests that sodium alginate/PSI hydrogels can potentially serve as biodegradable delivery systems for AP. These findings may have significant implications for developing efficient drug delivery systems for other classes of drugs.
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- Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Gachon University, Seongnam-si 13120, Republic of Korea; (L.T.T.); (S.L.)
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- Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Gachon University, Seongnam-si 13120, Republic of Korea; (L.T.T.); (S.L.)
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Mehmood Y, Shahid H, ul Huq UI, Rafeeq H, Khalid HMB, Uddin MN, Kazi M. Microsponge-Based Gel Loaded with Immunosuppressant as a Simple and Valuable Strategy for Psoriasis Therapy: Determination of Pro-Inflammatory Response through Cytokine IL-2 mRNA Expression. Gels 2023; 9:871. [PMID: 37998961 PMCID: PMC10670748 DOI: 10.3390/gels9110871] [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: 10/02/2023] [Revised: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 11/25/2023] Open
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Tacrolimus (TL) is a topical calcineurin inhibitor immunosuppressive drug widely used to manage various skin disorders. Herein, we report a TL-loaded microsphere gel formulation with severe atopic dermatitis effects that are required to manage skin disorders. The current study adopted a modified emulsion solvent evaporation technique to synthesize TL-loaded microspheres, which were further converted into gels for skin use. Characterization of the synthesized formulation was performed by differential dynamic light scattering, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, X-ray crystallography, Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) analysis, differential scanning calorimetry, and drug release. A Franz diffusion cell was used to study the diffusion of TL for up to 8 h at pH 6.8 and 5.5. Evaluation of cell viability was determined by MTT assay and showed higher IC50 values compared to the plain drug. RNA extraction, real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR), and reverse transcription were also performed to determine the expression levels of the anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-2. Particle size determination was performed by a zeta sizer, and the TL microsphere size was 1745 ± 70 nm with a good polydispersity (0.337 ± 0.12). The drug entrapment efficiency was also very good at 60% ± 10, and the drug release was 93.9% ± 3.5 within 8 h. An in vitro diffusion study of the formulation also showed improved permeability at both pH values (4.5 and 5.5). The findings of the hemolytic tests demonstrated that TL-MG at concentrations of 50, 100, and 200 mg/mL did not produce any hemolysis. A dose-dependent pattern of cytotoxicity was found during the cell viability assay, with an IC50 value of 787.55 ± 12.78 µg/mL. There was a significant decrease in the IL-2 level in the TL-MG group compared to the other groups. TL-MG microspheres were nontoxic carriers for tacrolimus delivery, with greater loading capacity, a significant release profile, and enhanced cellular uptake with improved permeability.
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- Yasir Mehmood
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad P.O. Box 38000, Pakistan
- Riphah Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (RIPS), Riphah International University Faisalabad, Faisalabad P.O. Box 38000, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad P.O. Box 38000, Pakistan;
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- Department of Biochemistry, Riphah International University, Faisalabad Campus, Faisalabad P.O. Box 38000, Pakistan;
- Department of Biochemistry, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Faisalabad P.O. Box 38000, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad P.O. Box 38000, Pakistan
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- College of Pharmacy, Mercer University, 3001 Mercer University Drive, Atlanta, GA 30341, USA;
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2457, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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Ekapakul N, Lerdwiriyanupap T, Siritanon T, Choochottiros C. Double network structure via ionic bond and covalent bond of carboxymethyl chitosan and poly(ethylene glycol): Factors affecting hydrogel formation. Carbohydr Polym 2023; 318:121130. [PMID: 37479459 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.121130] [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: 02/15/2023] [Revised: 06/07/2023] [Accepted: 06/16/2023] [Indexed: 07/23/2023]
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The factors were studied that affect the formation of DN hydrogel, which was prepared using a water-based, environmental-friendly system. The DN hydrogel was designed and prepared based on a cross-linked, polysaccharide-based, polymer carboxymethyl chitosan (CMCS) via an ionic crosslinking reaction for the first network structure. UV irradiation created a radical crosslinking reaction of poly(ethylene glycol) from a double bond at the chain end for the second network structure. It was found that the optimum hydrogel was produced using 9.5 %v/v of 1000PEGGMA, CMCS 5%w/v, and CaCl2 3%w/v. The results showed the highest percentage of the gel fraction was 87.84 % and the hydrogel was stable based on its rheological properties. Factors affecting the hydrogel formation were the concentration and molecular weight of PEGGMA and the concentrations of CMCS and calcium chloride (CaCl2). The DN hydrogel had bioactivity due to its octacalcium phosphate (OCP) hydroxyapatite crystal form. In addition, the composite DN scaffold with a conductive polymer of chitosan-grafted-polyaniline (CS-g-PANI) had conduction of 2.33 × 10-5 S/cm when the concentration of CS-g-PANI was 3 mg/ml, confirming the semi-conductive nature of the material. All the results indicated that DN hydrogel could be a candidate to apply in tissue-engineering applications.
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- Natjaya Ekapakul
- Department of Materials Science, Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
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- School of Chemistry, Suranaree University of Technology, Nakhon Ratchasima 30000, Thailand
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- School of Chemistry, Suranaree University of Technology, Nakhon Ratchasima 30000, Thailand
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- Department of Materials Science, Faculty of Science, Kasetsart University, Bangkok 10900, Thailand.
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Liu W, Kang S, Xue J, Chen S, Yang W, Yan B, Liu D. Self-assembled carboxymethyl chitosan/zinc alginate composite film with excellent water resistant and antimicrobial properties for chilled meat preservation. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 247:125752. [PMID: 37429349 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.125752] [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: 04/20/2023] [Revised: 06/17/2023] [Accepted: 07/07/2023] [Indexed: 07/12/2023]
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A major way to reduce meat waste is to extend the shelf life of chilled meat with appropriate packaging. However, most of the packaging film cannot keep meat fresh because of its poor antibacterial and water resistance performance. In this paper, a composite film for chilled meat packaging was synthesized by simple self-assembly of zinc ions with chelating carboxyl groups. Introducing zinc ions into the composite system endows excellent water resistance and antibacterial properties to the film, which are demonstrated by the water vapor permeability and Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus antibacterial tests. The as-prepared composite film also showed enhanced mechanical properties due to the formation of chelation bonds between zinc ions and carboxyl groups. Moreover, the chilled meat preservation test demonstrated the as-prepared composite film can significantly extend the shelf life of pork by five days, indicating its outstanding freshness preservation property. This work demonstrated a facile method to synthesize water-resistant and antimicrobial composite film, which can appear as an effective packaging material for chilled meat and offer a new idea to solve its short shelf-life problem.
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- Wenlong Liu
- Meat Processing Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Chengdu University, Chengdu 610106, China; School of Mechanical Engineering, Chengdu University, Chengdu 610106, China
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- Meat Processing Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Chengdu University, Chengdu 610106, China; National Engineering Laboratory for Clean Technology of Leather Manufacture, College of Biomass Science and Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China; School of Mechanical Engineering, Chengdu University, Chengdu 610106, China
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- School of Mechanical Engineering, Chengdu University, Chengdu 610106, China
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- National Engineering Laboratory for Clean Technology of Leather Manufacture, College of Biomass Science and Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China
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- Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, University of Alberta, Edmonton T6G 1H9, Alberta, Canada; Zhongyuan Critical Metals Laboratory, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, Henan, China.
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- National Engineering Laboratory for Clean Technology of Leather Manufacture, College of Biomass Science and Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China.
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- Meat Processing Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Chengdu University, Chengdu 610106, China.
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Tan F, Li H, Zhang K, Xu L, Zhang D, Han Y, Han J. Sodium Alginate/Chitosan-Coated Liposomes for Oral Delivery of Hydroxy-α-Sanshool: In Vitro and In Vivo Evaluation. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:2010. [PMID: 37514196 PMCID: PMC10383520 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15072010] [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: 06/16/2023] [Revised: 07/13/2023] [Accepted: 07/17/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Hydroxy-α-Sanshool (HAS) possesses various pharmacological properties, such as analgesia and regulating gastrointestinal function. However, the low oral bioavailability of HAS has limited its oral delivery in clinical application. METHODS AND RESULTS To enhance its oral bioavailability, a nanocomposite delivery system based on chitosan (CH, as the polycation) and sodium alginate (SA, as the polyanion) was prepared using a layer-by-layer coating technique. The morphology, thermal behavior and Fourier transform infrared spectrum (FTIR) showed that the obtained sodium alginate/chitosan-coated HAS-loaded liposomes (SA/CH-HAS-LIP) with core-shell structures have been successfully covered with polymers. When compared with HAS-loaded liposomes (HAS-LIP), SA/CH-HAS-LIP displayed obvious pH sensitivity and a sustained-release behavior in in vitro studies, which fitted well to Weibull model. In vivo, the half-life of HAS from SA/CH-HAS-LIP remarkably extended after oral administration compared to the free drug. Additionally, it allowed a 4.6-fold and 4.2-fold increase in oral bioavailability, respectively, compared with free HAS and HAS-LIP. CONCLUSIONS SA/CH-HAS-LIP could be a promising release vehicle for the oral delivery of HAS to increase its oral bioavailability.
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- Fengming Tan
- Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, No. 103, Wenhua Road, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, No. 103, Wenhua Road, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, No. 103, Wenhua Road, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, No. 103, Wenhua Road, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, No. 103, Wenhua Road, Shenyang 110016, China
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- School of Chinese Materia Medica, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, No. 103, Wenhua Road, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Faculty of Functional Food and Wine, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, No. 103, Wenhua Road, Shenyang 110016, China
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Ha JH, Lim JH, Lee JM, Chung BG. Electro-Responsive Conductive Blended Hydrogel Patch. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:2608. [PMID: 37376253 DOI: 10.3390/polym15122608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2023] [Revised: 06/01/2023] [Accepted: 06/06/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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The proposed electro-responsive hydrogel has great benefit for transdermal drug delivery system (TDDS) applications. To improve the physical or chemical properties of hydrogels, a number of researchers have previously studied the mixing efficiencies of the blended hydrogels. However, few studies have focused on improving the electrical conductivity and drug delivery of the hydrogels. We developed a conductive blended hydrogel by mixing alginate with gelatin methacrylate (GelMA) and silver nanowire (AgNW). We demonstrated that and the tensile strength of blended hydrogels were increased by a factor of 1.8 by blending GelMA and the electrical conductivity was enhanced by a factor of 18 by the addition of AgNW. Furthermore, the GelMA-alginate-AgNW (Gel-Alg-AgNW) blended hydrogel patch enabled on-off controllable drug release, indicating 57% doxorubicin release in response to electrical stimulation (ES) application. Therefore, this electro-responsive blended hydrogel patch could be useful for smart drug delivery applications.
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- Jang Ho Ha
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sogang University, Seoul 04107, Republic of Korea
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- Research Center, Sogang University, Seoul 04107, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Chemical Industry, Yeungnam University College, Daegu 42415, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Sogang University, Seoul 04107, Republic of Korea
- Institute of Smart Biosensor, Sogang University, Seoul 04107, Republic of Korea
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Arango D, Cifuentes J, Puentes PR, Beltran T, Bittar A, Ocasión C, Muñoz-Camargo C, Bloch NI, Reyes LH, Cruz JC. Tailoring Magnetite-Nanoparticle-Based Nanocarriers for Gene Delivery: Exploiting CRISPRa Potential in Reducing Conditions. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:nano13111782. [PMID: 37299685 DOI: 10.3390/nano13111782] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2023] [Revised: 05/22/2023] [Accepted: 05/26/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Gene delivery has emerged as a promising alternative to conventional treatment approaches, allowing for the manipulation of gene expression through gene insertion, deletion, or alteration. However, the susceptibility of gene delivery components to degradation and challenges associated with cell penetration necessitate the use of delivery vehicles for effective functional gene delivery. Nanostructured vehicles, such as iron oxide nanoparticles (IONs) including magnetite nanoparticles (MNPs), have demonstrated significant potential for gene delivery applications due to their chemical versatility, biocompatibility, and strong magnetization. In this study, we developed an ION-based delivery vehicle capable of releasing linearized nucleic acids (tDNA) under reducing conditions in various cell cultures. As a proof of concept, we immobilized a CRISPR activation (CRISPRa) sequence to overexpress the pink1 gene on MNPs functionalized with polyethylene glycol (PEG), 3-[(2-aminoethyl)dithio]propionic acid (AEDP), and a translocating protein (OmpA). The nucleic sequence (tDNA) was modified to include a terminal thiol group and was conjugated to AEDP's terminal thiol via a disulfide exchange reaction. Leveraging the natural sensitivity of the disulfide bridge, the cargo was released under reducing conditions. Physicochemical characterizations, including thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, confirmed the correct synthesis and functionalization of the MNP-based delivery carriers. The developed nanocarriers exhibited remarkable biocompatibility, as demonstrated by the hemocompatibility, platelet aggregation, and cytocompatibility assays using primary human astrocytes, rodent astrocytes, and human fibroblast cells. Furthermore, the nanocarriers enabled efficient cargo penetration, uptake, and endosomal escape, with minimal nucleofection. A preliminary functionality test using RT-qPCR revealed that the vehicle facilitated the timely release of CRISPRa vectors, resulting in a remarkable 130-fold overexpression of pink1. We demonstrate the potential of the developed ION-based nanocarrier as a versatile and promising gene delivery vehicle with potential applications in gene therapy. The developed nanocarrier is capable of delivering any nucleic sequence (up to 8.2 kb) once it is thiolated using the methodology explained in this study. To our knowledge, this represents the first MNP-based nanocarrier capable of delivering nucleic sequences under specific reducing conditions while preserving functionality.
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- David Arango
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Universidad de Los Andes, Bogotá 111711, Colombia
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Universidad de Los Andes, Bogotá 111711, Colombia
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Universidad de Los Andes, Bogotá 111711, Colombia
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Universidad de Los Andes, Bogotá 111711, Colombia
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Universidad de Los Andes, Bogotá 111711, Colombia
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- Department of Chemical and Food Engineering, Universidad de Los Andes, Bogotá 111711, Colombia
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Universidad de Los Andes, Bogotá 111711, Colombia
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- Department of Chemical and Food Engineering, Universidad de Los Andes, Bogotá 111711, Colombia
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Universidad de Los Andes, Bogotá 111711, Colombia
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Wang F, Li L, Zhu X, Chen F, Han X. Development of pH-Responsive Polypills via Semi-Solid Extrusion 3D Printing. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:bioengineering10040402. [PMID: 37106589 PMCID: PMC10135560 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10040402] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2023] [Revised: 03/19/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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The low bioavailability of orally administered drugs as a result of the instability in the gastrointestinal tract environment creates significant challenges to developing site-targeted drug delivery systems. This study proposes a novel hydrogel drug carrier using pH-responsive materials assisted with semi-solid extrusion 3D printing technology, enabling site-targeted drug release and customisation of temporal release profiles. The effects of material parameters on the pH-responsive behaviours of printed tablets were analysed thoroughly by investigating the swelling properties under both artificial gastric and intestinal fluids. It has been shown that high swelling rates at either acidic or alkaline conditions can be achieved by adjusting the mass ratio between sodium alginate and carboxymethyl chitosan, enabling site-targeted release. The drug release experiments reveal that gastric drug release can be achieved with a mass ratio of 1:3, whilst a ratio of 3:1 allows for intestinal release. Furthermore, controlled release is realised by tuning the infill density of the printing process. The method proposed in this study can not only significantly improve the bioavailability of oral drugs, but also offer the potential that each component of a compound drug tablet can be released in a controlled manner at a target location.
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- Fan Wang
- National Engineering Research Center for High-Efficiency Grinding, College of Mechanical and Vehicle Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha 410082, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for High-Efficiency Grinding, College of Mechanical and Vehicle Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha 410082, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for High-Efficiency Grinding, College of Mechanical and Vehicle Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha 410082, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for High-Efficiency Grinding, College of Mechanical and Vehicle Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha 410082, China
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- National Engineering Research Center for High-Efficiency Grinding, College of Mechanical and Vehicle Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha 410082, China
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Mehmood Y, Shahid H, Barkat K, Ibraheem M, Riaz H, Badshah SF, Chopra H, Sharma R, Nepovimova E, Kuca K, Valis M, Emran TB. Designing of SiO 2 mesoporous nanoparticles loaded with mometasone furoate for potential nasal drug delivery: Ex vivo evaluation and determination of pro-inflammatory interferon and interleukin mRNA expression. Front Cell Dev Biol 2023; 10:1026477. [PMID: 36684440 PMCID: PMC9853011 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2022.1026477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2022] [Accepted: 12/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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The main objective of the current research work was to synthesize mesoporous silica nanoparticles for controlled delivery of mometasone furoate for potential nasal delivery. The optimized sol-gel method was used for the synthesis of mesoporous silica nanoparticles. Synthesized nanoparticles were processed through Zeta sizer, SEM, TEM, FTIR, TGA, DSC, XRD, and BET analysis for structural characterization. The in vitro dissolution test was performed for the inclusion compound, while the Franz diffusion experiment was performed for permeability of formulation. For the determination of expression levels of anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-4 and IL-5, RNA extraction, reverse transcription, and polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) were performed. The MTT assay was also performed to determine cell viability. Synthesized and functionalized mesoporous silica nanoparticles showed controlled release of drugs. FT-IR spectroscopy confirmed the presence of the corresponding functional groups of drugs within mesoporous silica nanoparticles. Zeta sizer and thermal analysis confirmed the delivery system was in nano size and thermally stable. Moreover, a highly porous system was observed during SEM and TEM evaluation, and further it was confirmed by BET analysis. Greater cellular uptake with improved permeability characteristics was also observed. As compared to the crystalline drug, a significant improvement in the dissolution rate was observed. It was concluded that stable mesoporous silica nanoparticles with significant porosity were synthesized, efficiently delivering the loaded drug without any toxic effect.
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- Yasir Mehmood
- Riphah Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (RIPS), Riphah International University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan,Saffron Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd., Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Saffron Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd., Faisalabad, Pakistan,Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan,*Correspondence: Kashif Barkat, ; Talha Bin Emran,
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- Riphah Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (RIPS), Riphah International University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Rashid Latif College of Pharmacy, Rashid Latif Khan University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Chitkara College of Pharmacy, Chitkara University, Chandigarh, Punjab, India
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- Department of Rasa Shastra and Bhaishajya Kalpana, Faculty of Ayurveda, Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Hradec Králové, Hradec Králové, Czechia,Neurology Clinic, University Hospital, Hradec Králové, Czechia
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Hradec Králové, Hradec Králové, Czechia,Biomedical Research Center, University Hospital Hradec Kralove, Hradec Králové, Czechia
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- Department of Neurology, Charles University in Prague, Faculty of Medicine in Hradec Králové and University Hospital, Hradec Králové, Czechia
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- Department of Pharmacy, BGC Trust University Bangladesh, Chittagong, Bangladesh,Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Daffodil International University, Dhaka, Bangladesh,*Correspondence: Kashif Barkat, ; Talha Bin Emran,
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Rodrigues ML, Gomes ADJ, Funez MI, Marques MADS, Lunardi CN. Euphorbia tirucalli latex loaded polymer nanoparticles: Synthesis, characterization, in vitro release and in vivo antinociceptive action. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0274432. [PMID: 36445864 PMCID: PMC9707765 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0274432] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2021] [Accepted: 08/28/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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The encapsulation of drugs in micro and nanocarriers has helped to resolve mechanisms of cellular resistance and decrease drug side effects as well. In this study, poly(D,L-lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA) was used to encapsulate the Euphol active substance-containing latex from Euphorbia tirucalli (E-latex). The nanoparticles (NP) were prepared using the solvent evaporation method and the physical and chemical properties were evaluated using spectrophotometric techniques. FTIR was used to prove the formation of the ester bond between the E-latex and PLGA-NP. The UV-Vis spectroscopic technique was used to show that more than 75% of the latex was encapsulated; the same technique was used to determine the release profile of the compound at different pH values, as well as determining the speed with which the process occurs through kinetic models, and it was observed that the best adjustments occurred for the Korsmeyer-Peppas model and the Higuchi model. The DLS technique was used to determine the diameter of the particles produced as well as their zeta potential (ZP). The sizes of the particles varied from 497 to 764 nm, and it was observed that the increase in E-latex concentration causes a reduction in the diameter of the NP and an increase in the ZP (-1.44 to -22.7 mV), due to more functional groups from latex film being adsorbed to the NPs surfaces. The thermogravimetric experiments exhibit the glass transition temperatures (Tg) that is appropriate for the use of formulated NPs as a stable drug delivery device before use. The in vivo activity of E-NPs (30 and 100 mg/Kg/p.o.) was tested against carrageenan-induced mechanical hypernociception. The data demonstrated a significantly antinociceptive effect for E-NPs, suggesting that E-latex nanoencapsulation preserved its desired properties.
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- Marina Lima Rodrigues
- Laboratory of Photochemistry and Nanobiotechnology, University of Brasilia, Campus Ceilandia, Brasília, Federal District, Brazil
- Program in Nanoscience and Nanobiotechnology, University of Brasilia, Brasília, Federal District, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Photochemistry and Nanobiotechnology, University of Brasilia, Campus Ceilandia, Brasília, Federal District, Brazil
- Program in Nanoscience and Nanobiotechnology, University of Brasilia, Brasília, Federal District, Brazil
- Sciences and Technologies in Health Program, University of Brasilia, Campus Ceilandia, Brasilia, Federal District, Brazil
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- Sciences and Technologies in Health Program, University of Brasilia, Campus Ceilandia, Brasilia, Federal District, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Photochemistry and Nanobiotechnology, University of Brasilia, Campus Ceilandia, Brasília, Federal District, Brazil
- Program in Nanoscience and Nanobiotechnology, University of Brasilia, Brasília, Federal District, Brazil
- Sciences and Technologies in Health Program, University of Brasilia, Campus Ceilandia, Brasilia, Federal District, Brazil
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Mehmood Y, Shahid H, Rashid MA, Alhamhoom Y, Kazi M. Developing of SiO 2 Nanoshells Loaded with Fluticasone Propionate for Potential Nasal Drug Delivery: Determination of Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines through mRNA Expression. J Funct Biomater 2022; 13:jfb13040229. [PMID: 36412870 PMCID: PMC9680518 DOI: 10.3390/jfb13040229] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2022] [Revised: 10/08/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles (MSN) are porous inorganic materials that have been extensively used for drug delivery due to their special qualities, such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, and non-toxicity. MSN is a promising drug delivery system to enhance the efficacy and safety of drug administration in nasal diseases like chronic rhinitis (CR). In this study, we used the sol-gel technique for MSN synthesis and incorporate fluticasone propionate (FP) for intranasal drug administration for the treatment of chronic rhinitis (CR). In order to confirm the particle size, shape, drug release, and compatibility, various instruments were used. MSN was effectively prepared with average sizes ranging between 400 ± 34 nm (mean ± SD) as measured by dynamic light scattering (DLS), while zeta potential verified in all cases their positive charged surface. To investigate MSN features, the Fourier transform infrared spectrometer (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscope (TEM), thermal analysis, X-ray diffraction (XRD), and nitrogen adsorption/desorption measurement were used. The loaded compound was submitted to in vitro dissolution tests, and a remarkable dissolution rate improvement was observed compared to the crystalline drug in both pH conditions (1.2 and 7.4 pH). By using an MTT assay cell viability was assessed. The expression levels of the anti-inflammatory cytokines IL-4 and IL-5 were also measured using mRNA extraction from rat blood. Other characterizations like acute toxicity and hemolytic activity were also performed to confirm loaded MSN safety. Loaded MSN was incorporated in nasal spray prepared by using innovator excipients including poloxamer. After this, its nasal spray's physical characteristics were also determined and compared with a commercial product (Ticovate).
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- Yasir Mehmood
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad P.O. Box 38000, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad P.O. Box 38000, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Khalid University, Guraiger, Abha 62529, Saudi Arabia
- Pharmacy Discipline, Faculty of Health, School of Clinical Sciences, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD 4000, Australia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Khalid University, Guraiger, Abha 62529, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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Alginate as a Promising Biopolymer in Drug Delivery and Wound Healing: A Review of the State-of-the-Art. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23169035. [PMID: 36012297 PMCID: PMC9409034 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23169035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2022] [Revised: 08/07/2022] [Accepted: 08/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Biopolymeric nanoparticulate systems hold favorable carrier properties for active delivery. The enhancement in the research interest in alginate formulations in biomedical and pharmaceutical research, owing to its biodegradable, biocompatible, and bioadhesive characteristics, reiterates its future use as an efficient drug delivery matrix. Alginates, obtained from natural sources, are the colloidal polysaccharide group, which are water-soluble, non-toxic, and non-irritant. These are linear copolymeric blocks of α-(1→4)-linked l-guluronic acid (G) and β-(1→4)-linked d-mannuronic acid (M) residues. Owing to the monosaccharide sequencing and the enzymatically governed reactions, alginates are well-known as an essential bio-polymer group for multifarious biomedical implementations. Additionally, alginate’s bio-adhesive property makes it significant in the pharmaceutical industry. Alginate has shown immense potential in wound healing and drug delivery applications to date because its gel-forming ability maintains the structural resemblance to the extracellular matrices in tissues and can be altered to perform numerous crucial functions. The initial section of this review will deliver a perception of the extraction source and alginate’s remarkable properties. Furthermore, we have aspired to discuss the current literature on alginate utilization as a biopolymeric carrier for drug delivery through numerous administration routes. Finally, the latest investigations on alginate composite utilization in wound healing are addressed.
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5-aminosalicylic acid pH sensitive core-shell nanoparticles targeting ulcerative colitis. J Drug Deliv Sci Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2022.103578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Liu M, Zhu J, Song X, Wen Y, Li J. Smart Hydrogel Formed by Alginate- g-Poly( N-isopropylacrylamide) and Chitosan through Polyelectrolyte Complexation and Its Controlled Release Properties. Gels 2022; 8:441. [PMID: 35877526 PMCID: PMC9315676 DOI: 10.3390/gels8070441] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2022] [Revised: 07/11/2022] [Accepted: 07/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Smart hydrogels that can respond to external stimuli such as temperature and pH have attracted tremendous interest for biological and biomedical applications. In this work, we synthesized two alginate-graft-poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) (Alg-g-PNIPAAm) copolymers and aimed to prepare smart hydrogels through formation of polyelectrolyte complex (PEC) between the negatively charged Alg-g-PNIPAAm copolymers and the positively charged chitosan (Cts) in aqueous solutions. The hydrogels were expected to be able to respond to both temperature and pH changes due to the nature of Alg-g-PNIPAAm and chitosan. The hydrogel formation was determined by a test tube inverting method and confirmed by the rheological measurements. The rheological measurements showed that the PEC hydrogels formed at room temperature could be further enhanced by increasing temperature over the lower critical solution temperature (LCST) of PNIPAAm, because PNIPAAm would change from hydrophilic to hydrophobic upon increasing temperature over its LCST, and the hydrophobic interaction between the PNIPAAm segments may act as additional physical crosslinking. The controlled release properties of the hydrogels were studied by using the organic dye rhodamine B (RB) as a model drug at different pH. The PEC hydrogels could sustain the RB release more efficiently at neutral pH. Both low pH and high pH weakened the PEC hydrogels, and resulted in less sustained release profiles. The release kinetics data were found to fit well to the Krosmyer-Peppas power law model. The analysis of the release kinetic parameters obtained by the modelling indicates that the release of RB from the PEC hydrogels followed mechanisms combining diffusion and dissolution of the hydrogels, but the release was mainly governed by diffusion with less dissolution at pH 7.4 when the PEC hydrogels were stronger and stabler than those at pH 5.0 and 10.0. Therefore, the PEC hydrogels are a kind of smart hydrogels holding great potential for drug delivery applications.
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- Min Liu
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, 15 Kent Ridge Crescent, Singapore 119276, Singapore; (M.L.); (J.Z.); (X.S.); (Y.W.)
- NUS Graduate School for Integrative Sciences & Engineering (NGS), National University of Singapore, 28 Medical Drive, Singapore 117456, Singapore
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, 15 Kent Ridge Crescent, Singapore 119276, Singapore; (M.L.); (J.Z.); (X.S.); (Y.W.)
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, 15 Kent Ridge Crescent, Singapore 119276, Singapore; (M.L.); (J.Z.); (X.S.); (Y.W.)
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, 15 Kent Ridge Crescent, Singapore 119276, Singapore; (M.L.); (J.Z.); (X.S.); (Y.W.)
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, 15 Kent Ridge Crescent, Singapore 119276, Singapore; (M.L.); (J.Z.); (X.S.); (Y.W.)
- NUS Graduate School for Integrative Sciences & Engineering (NGS), National University of Singapore, 28 Medical Drive, Singapore 117456, Singapore
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Maryam S, Barkat K, Khalid I, Mehmood Y, Syed MA, Malik NS, Aslam M. Polymeric blends of okra gum/gelatin prepared by aqueous polymerization technique: their characterization and toxicological evaluation. Polym Bull (Berl) 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s00289-021-03561-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Hoang HT, Vu TT, Karthika V, Jo SH, Jo YJ, Seo JW, Oh CW, Park SH, Lim KT. Dual cross-linked chitosan/alginate hydrogels prepared by Nb-Tz ‘click’ reaction for pH responsive drug delivery. Carbohydr Polym 2022; 288:119389. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2022.119389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2022] [Revised: 03/03/2022] [Accepted: 03/18/2022] [Indexed: 02/09/2023]
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Chen S, Zhu H, Luo Y. Chitosan-based oral colon-specific delivery systems for polyphenols: recent advances and emerging trends. J Mater Chem B 2022; 10:7328-7348. [PMID: 35766297 DOI: 10.1039/d2tb00874b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Oral colon-targeted delivery systems (OCDSs) have attracted great attention in the delivery of active compounds targeted to the colon for the treatment of colon and non-colon diseases with the advantages of enhanced efficacy and reduced side effects. Chitosan, the second-most abundant biopolymer next to cellulose, has great biocompatibility, is non-toxic, is sensitive to colonic flora and shows strong adhesion to colonic mucus, making it an ideal biomaterial candidate for the construction of OCDSs. Being rich in functional groups, the chitosan structure is easily modified, both physically and chemically, for the fabrication of delivery systems with diverse geometries, including nanoparticles, microspheres/microparticles, and hydrogels, that are resistant to the harsh environment of the upper gastrointestinal tract (GIT). This review offers a detailed overview of the preparation of chitosan-based delivery systems as the basis for building OCDSs. A variety of natural polyphenols with potent biological activities are used to treat diseases of the colon, or to be metabolized as active ingredients by colonic microorganisms to intervene in remote organ diseases after absorption into the circulation. However, the poor solubility of polyphenols limits their application, and the acidic environment of the upper GIT and various enzymes in the small intestine disrupt their structure and activity. As a result, the development of OCDSs for polyphenols has become an emerging and popular area of current research in the past decade. Thus, the second objective of this review is to systematically summarize the most recent research findings in this area and shed light on the future development of chitosan-based OCDSs for nutritional and biomedical applications.
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- Sunni Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330047, China
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- Nanotechnology and Biodelivery Laboratory, Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA.
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- Nanotechnology and Biodelivery Laboratory, Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT 06269, USA.
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Wang H, Wang L, Guo S, Liu Z, Zhao L, Qiao R, Li C. Rutin-Loaded Stimuli-Responsive Hydrogel for Anti-Inflammation. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:26327-26337. [PMID: 35642748 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c02295] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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An active flavonoid compound rutin was incorporated into a guanosine phenylborate hydrogel (GBR) by a stimuli-responsive borate ester linkage for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The components and morphology of the drug delivery system were characterized by NMR, UV-vis spectroscopy, and AFM. Rheological measurements revealed the required injectability and self-healing ability, which contributed to its application in rectal administration. The cell assays proved the excellent compatibility and safety of the system, and a possible pathway to form multicellular aggregates. In vitro drug-release studies showed that the hydrogel exhibited good stability in physiological medium, and the drug was almost completely released (more than 90 wt % after 24 h of incubation) in acidic pH and excessive ROS-containing medium, realizing the dual-responsive release of pH/ROS. In vivo activities of the GBR hydrogel showed higher therapeutic efficacy than free rutin in a colitis mice model, and it could significantly inhibit overexpressed inflammatory cytokines, including TNF-α and IL-6. Degradation studies of the hydrogel provided further evidence for the safety of its in vivo application. The work provided a simple strategy to prepare a G-quadruplex drug carrier, which was expected to achieve multi-drug delivery.
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- Hongyue Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, P. R. China
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- Digestive Disease Center, Beijing Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, P. R. China
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Zhang D, Chen H, Zhang L, Wang JLT, Cui SW, Wang M, Kang J, Wang B, Wang H. Loadings of lycopene in emulsion and sodium alginate-K-carrageenan composite systems: Preparation, characterization, bioaccessibility, and kinetics. J Food Sci 2022; 87:2463-2473. [PMID: 35593264 DOI: 10.1111/1750-3841.16167] [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: 08/21/2021] [Revised: 01/03/2022] [Accepted: 04/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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This research aims to prepare capsules emulsion using gallic acid (GA), dextran (DEX), bovine serum albumin (BSA), sodium alginate, and K-carrageenan (K-Car) as the biological delivery system of lycopene. The stability and bioaccessibility of lycopene were further improved through encapsulation of covalent complex of sodium alginate and K-Car. The molecular weight distribution and secondary structure of the conjugates were analyzed by sodium dodecyl sulfate-polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE) and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). The storage stability of the emulsion stabilized by conjugates was measured with Turbiscan stability index (TSI) and fluctuation of the particle size. The TSI value of ternary conjugates was 18.7 (37℃) with particle sizes ranging from 208 to 319 nm. Then, the changes of three-dimensional reticulate structures and physical properties of sodium alginate-K were analyzed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and TPA. The thermal stability of the sodium alginate-K-Car composite systems was increased compared with sodium alginate. The bioaccessibility of lycopene was significantly improved under the dual embedding of BSA-DEX-GA conjugate emulsion and sodium alginate-K-Car composite systems.
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- Daojiu Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Tianjin University of Science and Technology (TUST), Tianjin, China
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- College of Life Sciences, Fujian Normal University, Fuzhou, China
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- School of Life Science and Technology, Inner Mongolia University of Science and Technology, Baotou, Inner Mongolia, China
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- Department of Agriculture, Hetao College, Inner Mongolia, Bayannur, China
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- Guelph Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Guelph, Canada
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- Department of Food Science and Engineering, Anhui Agricultural University, Hefei, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Tianjin University of Science and Technology (TUST), Tianjin, China
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- College of Chemical Engineering and Material Science, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Tianjin University of Science and Technology (TUST), Tianjin, China
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Newham G, Evans SD, Ong ZY. Mechanically tuneable physical nanocomposite hydrogels from polyelectrolyte complex templated silica nanoparticles for anionic therapeutic delivery. J Colloid Interface Sci 2022; 617:224-235. [PMID: 35276523 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2022.02.052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2021] [Revised: 02/04/2022] [Accepted: 02/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Hydrogels have shown great promise for drug delivery and tissue engineering but can be limited in practical applications by poor mechanical performance. The incorporation of polymer grafted silica nanoparticles as chemical or physical crosslinkers in in situ polymerised nanocomposite hydrogels has been widely researched to enhance their mechanical properties. Despite the enhanced mechanical stiffness, tensile strength, and self-healing properties, there remains a need for the development of simpler and modular approaches to obtain nanocomposite hydrogels. Herein, we report a facile protocol for the polyelectrolyte complex (PEC) templated synthesis of organic-inorganic hybrid poly(ethylenimine) functionalised silica nanoparticles (PEI-SiNPs) and their use as multifunctional electrostatic crosslinkers with hyaluronic acid (HA) to form nanocomposite hydrogels. Upon mixing, electrostatic interactions between cationic PEI-SiNPs and anionic HA resulted in the formation of a coacervate nanocomposite hydrogel with enhanced mechanical stiffness that can be tuned by varying the ratios of PEI-SiNPs and HA present. The reversible electrostatic interactions within the hydrogel networks also enabled self-healing and thixotropic properties. The excess positive charge present within the PEI-SiNPs facilitated high loading and retarded the release of the anionic anti-cancer drug methotrexate from the nanocomposite hydrogel. Furthermore, the electrostatic complexation of PEI-SiNP and HA was found to mitigate haemotoxicity concerns associated with the use of high molecular weight PEI. The method presented herein offers a simpler and more versatile strategy for the fabrication of coacervate nanocomposite hydrogels with tuneable mechanical stiffness and self-healing properties for drug delivery applications.
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- George Newham
- School of Physics and Astronomy, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, UK
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- School of Physics and Astronomy, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, UK
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- School of Physics and Astronomy, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, UK; Leeds Institute of Medical Research at St. James's, School of Medicine, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, UK.
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Zong S, Wen H, Lv H, Li T, Tang R, Liu L, Jiang J, Wang S, Duan J. Intelligent hydrogel with both redox and thermo-response based on cellulose nanofiber for controlled drug delivery. Carbohydr Polym 2022; 278:118943. [PMID: 34973761 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2021.118943] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2021] [Revised: 11/22/2021] [Accepted: 11/24/2021] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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The purpose of this study is to develop a hydrogel with temperature and redox response to control drug delivery. However, the strength of temperature sensitive N-isopropylacrylamide (NIPAM) hydrogel is weak. Therefore, 2,2,6,6-tetramethylpiperidine-1-oxyl (TEMPO) oxidized cellulose nanofiber (CNF) is introduced to improve this problem. The compressive strength of hydrogels increased by 360% after CNF addition. Meanwhile, N,N'-bis(acryloyl)cystamine (BACy) is introduced into the hydrogels as a cross-linker, imparting redox responsive properties to the hydrogels. Tumor therapeutic drugs are used as model drugs for in vitro release studies. The drug release rate of hydrogel is regulated by temperature and reducing environment. The maximum cumulative release rate of doxorubicin (DOX) is 39.56%, and the Berberine (BBR) is 99.50% after 60 h. The swelling and transparency of hydrogels showed dramatic changes in the range of 30-40 °C. Cytotoxicity experiments demonstrated that the hydrogel had almost no cytotoxicity.
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- Shiyu Zong
- MOE Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Bioenergy, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
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- MOE Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Bioenergy, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
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- MOE Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Bioenergy, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
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- MOE Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Bioenergy, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
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- MOE Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Bioenergy, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
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- MOE Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Bioenergy, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
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- MOE Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Bioenergy, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China
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- Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences, State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, University of Macau, Macao, China
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- MOE Engineering Research Center of Forestry Biomass Materials and Bioenergy, Beijing Forestry University, Beijing 100083, China.
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Chitosan/Alginate Nanoparticles for the Enhanced Oral Antithrombotic Activity of Clam Heparinoid from the Clam Coelomactra antiquata. Mar Drugs 2022; 20:md20020136. [PMID: 35200665 PMCID: PMC8879524 DOI: 10.3390/md20020136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2022] [Revised: 02/06/2022] [Accepted: 02/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Chitosan/alginate nanoparticles (DG1-NPs and DG1/Cur-NPs) aiming to enhance the oral antithrombotic activity of clam heparinoid DG1 were prepared by ionotropic pre-gelation. The influence of parameters, such as the concentration of sodium alginate (SA), chitosan (CTS), CaCl2, clam heparinoid DG1, and curcumin (Cur), on the characteristics of the nanoparticles, were investigated. Results indicate that chitosan and alginate can be used as polymer matrices to encapsulate DG1, and nanoparticle characteristics depend on the preparation parameters. Nano-particles should be prepared using 0.6 mg/mL SA, 0.33 mg/mL CaCl2, 0.6 mg/mL CTS, 7.2 mg/mL DG1, and 0.24 mg/mL Cur under vigorous stirring to produce DG1-NPS and DG1/Cur-NPS with small size, high encapsulation efficiency, high loading capacity, and negative zeta potential from approximately −20 to 30 mV. Data from scanning electron microscopy, Fourier-transform infrared spectrometry, and differential scanning calorimetry analyses showed no chemical reaction between DG1, Cur, and the polymers; only physical mixing. Moreover, the drug was loaded in the amorphous phase within the nanoparticle matrix. In the acute pulmonary embolism murine model, DG1-NPs enhanced the oral antithrombotic activity of DG1, but DG1/Cur-NPs did not exhibit higher antithrombotic activity than DG1-NPs. Therefore, the chitosan/alginate nanoparticles enhanced the oral antithrombotic activity of DG1, but curcumin did not further enhance this effect.
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Sivakumar R, Lee NY. Adsorptive removal of organic pollutant methylene blue using polysaccharide-based composite hydrogels. CHEMOSPHERE 2022; 286:131890. [PMID: 34426282 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2021.131890] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2021] [Revised: 07/28/2021] [Accepted: 08/11/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Methylene blue (MB) is categorized as an organic dye (OD) released as effluents after various industrial activities and is one of the most abundant pollutants in the aquatic environment. Significantly, because of its potential toxicity, removing MB from wastewater has been a matter of necessity in recent times. Numerous analytical techniques have been applied, among which polysaccharide-based composite hydrogels appear as the most favorable for MB removal because of their large surface area, excellent mechanical properties, swelling capability, and large-scale production. In this review, the first section gives adequate information about the ODs' adverse effects on the environment and the contribution of polysaccharide-based hydrogels for OD removal, especially MB. Next, various mechanisms such as electrostatic interactions, π-π interactions, hydrogen bonding, hydrophobic interaction, van der Waals force, and coordination interaction involved in the adsorption technique are investigated. The third section extensively describes the MB removal by incorporation of various materials such as monomers, metal oxides, magnetic nanoparticles, and clay into the polysaccharide matrix to produce composite hydrogels. Finally, the current limitations and future perspectives of the polysaccharide-based composite hydrogel techniques are addressed. Overall, this review acknowledged the vital role of polysaccharide-based composite hydrogels for MB adsorption by surveying 110 research articles published in the past five years (2015-2021).
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- Rajamanickam Sivakumar
- Department of Industrial Environmental Engineering, College of Industrial Environmental Engineering, Gachon University, 1342 Seongnam-daero, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 13120, South Korea
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- Department of BioNano Technology, Gachon University, 1342 Seongnam-daero, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 13120, South Korea.
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Wang M, Zang Y, Hong K, Zhao X, Yu C, Liu D, An Z, Wang L, Yue W, Nie G. Preparation of pH-sensitive carboxymethyl cellulose/chitosan/alginate hydrogel beads with reticulated shell structure to deliver Bacillus subtilis natto. Int J Biol Macromol 2021; 192:684-691. [PMID: 34648802 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.10.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2021] [Revised: 09/29/2021] [Accepted: 10/02/2021] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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pH-sensitive hydrogels have been applied in delivering probiotics and drugs. However, pH sensitivity has been found to be contradictory with structural stability in hydrogel preparation. In this work, a novel strategy based on two systems of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC)/chitosan (CS) and sodium alginate (SA)/calcium chloride was designed to construct a reticulated shell structure stable for 3 h in simulated gastric fluid (pH 1.2) but began to break up at 2 h in simulated intestinal fluid (pH 6.8), exhibiting obvious pH sensitivity. The embedding rate of Bacillus subtilis natto reached to 67.3%, and the sustained release lasted for more than 10 h. It is implicated that the reticulated shell structure has harmoniously balanced the two incompatible properties of pH sensitivity and sustained release of CMC/CS/SA beads.
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- Mengmeng Wang
- College of Biological and Food Engineering, Anhui Polytechnic University, 241000 Wuhu, China
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- College of Biological and Food Engineering, Anhui Polytechnic University, 241000 Wuhu, China
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- College of Biological and Food Engineering, Anhui Polytechnic University, 241000 Wuhu, China
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- Institute of Developmental and Regenerative Biology, Zhejiang Key Laboratory of Organ Development and Regeneration, 310036 Hangzhou, China; College of Life and Environmental Sciences, Hangzhou Normal University, 310036 Hangzhou, China
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- College of Biological and Food Engineering, Anhui Polytechnic University, 241000 Wuhu, China
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- College of Biological and Food Engineering, Anhui Polytechnic University, 241000 Wuhu, China
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- College of Biological and Food Engineering, Anhui Polytechnic University, 241000 Wuhu, China
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- College of Biological and Food Engineering, Anhui Polytechnic University, 241000 Wuhu, China
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- School of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Anhui Polytechnic University, 241000 Wuhu, China.
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- College of Biological and Food Engineering, Anhui Polytechnic University, 241000 Wuhu, China; Anhui Engineering Laboratory for Industrial Microbiology Molecular Breeding, Anhui Polytechnic University, 241000 Wuhu, China.
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Hanif S, Sarfraz RM, Syed MA, Mahmood A, Minhas MU, Irfan M. Development and optimization of tibezonium iodide and lignocaine hydrochloride containing novel mucoadhesive buccal tablets: A pharmacokinetic investigation among healthy humans. Drug Dev Ind Pharm 2021; 47:1209-1222. [PMID: 34601978 DOI: 10.1080/03639045.2021.1988095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE It is clinically important to deliver sustained-release mucoadhesive dosage of local anesthetic and antimicrobial agent for pain control. The current study aimed to develop and evaluate chitosan (CHI) based buccal mucoadhesive delivery for local release of tibezonium iodide (TBN) and lignocaine hydrochloride (LGN). METHODS Direct compression technique was employed, aided by other mucoadhesive polymers like hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (HPMC) and sodium alginate (SA) and evaluated for physicochemical and in vivo character. RESULTS Fourier transform infrared spectral analysis (FTIR), powdered X-ray diffraction (XRPD), and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) absence of physical interaction between ingredients. The physical parameters complied with USP specifications for all formulations. Optimum swellability (551.9%) was offered from formulation TL15, containing 30% SA. Highest ex vivo mucoadhesive strength (24.79 g) and time (18.39 h) was found with TL8. Formulation TL8 also exhibited maximum in vivo residence time (11.37 h). Almost complete drug release at 6 h was possessed by formulation TL5 (HPMC and CHI, 20% each) for TBN (99.98%) and LGN (99.06%). The optimized formulation TL5 exhibited dosage stability up to 6 months at 75% relative humidity and retained drug contents. TL5 was well tolerated by the volunteers with no inflammation, pain or irritation found. Almost 73% of volunteers reported an increase in salivary secretion. The first-order salivary Cmax of TBN and LGN were found as 16.02 and 7.80 µg/mL within 4 h, respectively. CONCLUSION Therefore, the sustained release mucoadhesive dosage form of TBN and LGN can be an effective and alternative option to conventional delivery.
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- Sana Hanif
- College of Pharmacy, University of Sargodha, Sargodha, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Pakistan
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Development of a Polysaccharide-Based Hydrogel Drug Delivery System (DDS): An Update. Gels 2021; 7:gels7040153. [PMID: 34698125 PMCID: PMC8544468 DOI: 10.3390/gels7040153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2021] [Revised: 09/02/2021] [Accepted: 09/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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Delivering a drug to the target site with minimal-to-no off-target cytotoxicity is the major determinant for the success of disease therapy. While the therapeutic efficacy and cytotoxicity of the drug play the main roles, the use of a suitable drug delivery system (DDS) is important to protect the drug along the administration route and release it at the desired target site. Polysaccharides have been extensively studied as a biomaterial for DDS development due to their high biocompatibility. More usefully, polysaccharides can be crosslinked with various molecules such as micro/nanoparticles and hydrogels to form a modified DDS. According to IUPAC, hydrogel is defined as the structure and processing of sols, gels, networks and inorganic–organic hybrids. This 3D network which often consists of a hydrophilic polymer can drastically improve the physical and chemical properties of DDS to increase the biodegradability and bioavailability of the carrier drugs. The advancement of nanotechnology also allows the construction of hydrogel DDS with enhanced functionalities such as stimuli-responsiveness, target specificity, sustained drug release, and therapeutic efficacy. This review provides a current update on the use of hydrogel DDS derived from polysaccharide-based materials in delivering various therapeutic molecules and drugs. We also highlighted the factors that affect the efficacy of these DDS and the current challenges of developing them for clinical use.
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Witzler M, Vermeeren S, Kolevatov RO, Haddad R, Gericke M, Heinze T, Schulze M. Evaluating Release Kinetics from Alginate Beads Coated with Polyelectrolyte Layers for Sustained Drug Delivery. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2021; 4:6719-6731. [PMID: 35006974 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.1c00417] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Current approaches in stem cell-based bone tissue engineering require a release of bioactive compounds over up to 2 weeks. This study presents a polyelectrolyte-layered system featuring sustained release of water-soluble drugs with decreased burst release. The bioactive compounds adenosine 5'-triphosphate (ATP), suramin, and A740003 (a less water-soluble purinergic receptor ligand) were incorporated into alginate hydrogel beads subsequently layered with different polyelectrolytes (chitosan, poly(allyl amine), alginate, or lignosulfonate). Drug release into aqueous medium was monitored over 14 days and evaluated using Korsmeyer-Peppas, Peppas-Sahlin, Weibull models, and a Langmuir-like "Two-Stage" model. Release kinetics strongly depended on both the drug and the polyelectrolyte system. For ATP, five alternating layers of poly(allyl amine) and alginate proved to be most effective in sustaining the release. Release of suramin could be prolonged best with lignosulfonate as polyanion. A740003 showed prolonged release even without layering. Applying polyelectrolyte layers significantly slowed down the burst release. Release curves could be best described with the Langmuir-like model.
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- Markus Witzler
- Department of Natural Sciences, Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences, von-Liebig-Straße 20, 53359 Rheinbach, Germany.,Institute of Organic and Macromolecular Chemistry, Center of Excellence of Polysaccharide Research, Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena, Humboldtstraße 10, 07743 Jena, Germany
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- Department of Natural Sciences, Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences, von-Liebig-Straße 20, 53359 Rheinbach, Germany
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- School of Chemistry, Raymond and Beverly Sackler Faculty of Exact Sciences, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv 6997801, Israel
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid 22110, Jordan
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- Institute of Organic and Macromolecular Chemistry, Center of Excellence of Polysaccharide Research, Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena, Humboldtstraße 10, 07743 Jena, Germany
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- Institute of Organic and Macromolecular Chemistry, Center of Excellence of Polysaccharide Research, Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena, Humboldtstraße 10, 07743 Jena, Germany
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- Department of Natural Sciences, Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences, von-Liebig-Straße 20, 53359 Rheinbach, Germany
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Yang L, Wang S, Wang R, Zheng Q, Ma Q, Huang S, Chen J, Zhang Z. Floating chitosan-alginate microspheres loaded with chlorantraniliprole effectively control Chilo suppressalis (Walker) and Sesamia inferens (Walker) in rice fields. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2021; 783:147088. [PMID: 34088145 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.147088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2021] [Revised: 03/25/2021] [Accepted: 04/07/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Striped rice stem borer, Chilo suppressalis (Walker) and pink stem borer, Sesamia inferens (Walker) are two important pests, causing substantial yield loss in rice production. Application of conventional synthetic pesticides, such as suspension concentrates and water-dispersible granules, is a primary method for control of the two pests. Due to the flow of water in rice field, spray drift, and soil adsorption, applied such pesticides are often out of the target, resulting in low control efficacy, potential contamination of soil or surface water, and also threat to human health. Thus, there is an urgent need for developing environmentally friendly and highly targeted pesticide formulations to meet the challenges. The present study synthesized chlorantraniliprole loaded chitosan-alginate floating hydrogel microspheres (CCAM) through physical embedding, ionic crosslinking, and incorporation of citronellol as an oil phase. The morphology, particle size, entrapment efficiency, loading capacity, in vitro slow-release kinetics, and floating ability of the CCAM were tested in laboratory conditions. The CCAM and two commercial formulations (suspended and granulated) of chlorantraniliprole were respectively evaluated in two rice fields located in two provinces of China. The CCAM was able to float on the surface of rice field, gather around rice stems, and slowly release chlorantraniliprole, which resulted in significantly higher concentrations of chlorantraniliprole in rice stems and leaves for a prolonged time than suspended and granulated controls. The application of CCAM provided an on-target control of both striped stem borer and pink stem borer. Furthermore, CCAM application had very low residue of chlorantraniliprole in soils. As far as is known, this is the first report of chlorantraniliprole loaded on chitosan-alginate floating hydrogel microspheres for rice stem borer control. Our results indicate that the synthesized CCAM could potentially be used as a controlled-release product for effective control of the two rice pests, while reducing the residual chlorantraniliprole in the soil and avoiding pesticide drift.
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- Liupeng Yang
- Key Laboratory of Natural Pesticide & Chemical Biology, Ministry of Education, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Pesticide & Chemical Biology, Ministry of Education, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Pesticide & Chemical Biology, Ministry of Education, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Pesticide & Chemical Biology, Ministry of Education, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Pesticide & Chemical Biology, Ministry of Education, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China
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- College of Agriculture and Biology, Zhongkai University of Agriculture and Engineering, Guangzhou 510225, China
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- Mid-Florida Research and Education Center, Department of Environmental Horticulture, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida, Apopka, FL 32703, USA.
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Pesticide & Chemical Biology, Ministry of Education, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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Potential Applications of Chitosan-Based Nanomaterials to Surpass the Gastrointestinal Physiological Obstacles and Enhance the Intestinal Drug Absorption. Pharmaceutics 2021; 13:pharmaceutics13060887. [PMID: 34203816 PMCID: PMC8232820 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics13060887] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2021] [Revised: 06/06/2021] [Accepted: 06/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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The small intestine provides the major site for the absorption of numerous orally administered drugs. However, before reaching to the systemic circulation to exert beneficial pharmacological activities, the oral drug delivery is hindered by poor absorption/metabolic instability of the drugs in gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the presence of the mucus layer overlying intestinal epithelium. Therefore, a polymeric drug delivery system has emerged as a robust approach to enhance oral drug bioavailability and intestinal drug absorption. Chitosan, a cationic polymer derived from chitin, and its derivatives have received remarkable attention to serve as a promising drug carrier, chiefly owing to their versatile, biocompatible, biodegradable, and non-toxic properties. Several types of chitosan-based drug delivery systems have been developed, including chemical modification, conjugates, capsules, and hybrids. They have been shown to be effective in improving intestinal assimilation of several types of drugs, e.g., antidiabetic, anticancer, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory drugs. In this review, the physiological challenges affecting intestinal drug absorption and the effects of chitosan on those parameters impacting on oral bioavailability are summarized. More appreciably, types of chitosan-based nanomaterials enhancing intestinal drug absorption and their mechanisms, as well as potential applications in diabetes, cancers, infections, and inflammation, are highlighted. The future perspective of chitosan applications is also discussed.
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One-pot synthesis of dibenzaldehyde-terminated poly(ethylene glycol) for preparation of dynamic chitosan-based amphiphilic hydrogels. Polym Bull (Berl) 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s00289-020-03244-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Carvalho LT, Vieira TA, Zhao Y, Celli A, Medeiros SF, Lacerda TM. Recent advances in the production of biomedical systems based on polyhydroxyalkanoates and exopolysaccharides. Int J Biol Macromol 2021; 183:1514-1539. [PMID: 33989687 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.05.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2021] [Revised: 04/30/2021] [Accepted: 05/04/2021] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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In recent years, growing attention has been devoted to naturally occurring biological macromolecules and their ensuing application in agriculture, cosmetics, food and pharmaceutical industries. They inherently have antigenicity, low immunogenicity, excellent biocompatibility and cytocompatibility, which are ideal properties for the design of biomedical devices, especially for the controlled delivery of active ingredients in the most diverse contexts. Furthermore, these properties can be modulated by chemical modification via the incorporation of other (macro)molecules in a random or controlled way, aiming at improving their functionality for each specific application. Among the wide variety of natural polymers, microbial polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) and exopolysaccharides (EPS) are often considered for the development of original biomaterials due to their unique physicochemical and biological features. Here, we aim to fullfil a gap on the present associated literature, bringing an up-to-date overview of ongoing research strategies that make use of PHAs (poly (3-hydroxybutyrate), poly (3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate), poly (3-hydroxyoctanoate), poly(3-hydroxypropionate), poly (3-hydroxyhexanoate-co-3-hydroxyoctanoate), and poly (3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyhexanoate)) and EPS (bacterial cellulose, alginates, curdlan, pullulan, xanthan gum, dextran, hyaluronan, and schizophyllan) as sources of interesting and versatile biomaterials. For the first time, a monograph addressing the properties, pros and cons, status, challenges, and recent progresses regarding the application of these two important classes of biopolymers in biomedicine is presented.
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- Layde T Carvalho
- Biotechnology Department, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, 12602-810 Lorena, SP, Brazil
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- Biotechnology Department, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, 12602-810 Lorena, SP, Brazil
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- School of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, Tianjin Key Laboratory for Modern Drug Delivery 449 and High Efficiency, and Collaborative Innovation Center of Chemical Science and Engineering (Tianjin), Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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- Department of Civil, Chemical, Environmental and Materials Engineering, University of Bologna, Via Terracini 28, 40131 Bologna, Italy
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- Biotechnology Department, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, 12602-810 Lorena, SP, Brazil; Chemical Engineering Department, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, 12602-810 Lorena, SP, Brazil.
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- Biotechnology Department, Engineering School of Lorena, University of São Paulo, 12602-810 Lorena, SP, Brazil.
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Quality parameters and oxidative stability of functional beef burgers fortified with microencapsulated cod liver oil. Lebensm Wiss Technol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.lwt.2021.110959] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Duceac IA, Vereștiuc L, Coroaba A, Arotăriței D, Coseri S. All-polysaccharide hydrogels for drug delivery applications: Tunable chitosan beads surfaces via physical or chemical interactions, using oxidized pullulan. Int J Biol Macromol 2021; 181:1047-1062. [PMID: 33895174 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.04.128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2021] [Revised: 04/19/2021] [Accepted: 04/19/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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The present work reports a versatile approach to the manufacture of chitosan beads with tunable pore size and targeted properties. To achieve this, the as prepared chitosan beads were allowed to interact with aqueous solutions of two types of oxidized pullulan derivatives. Depending on the functional groups present on the pullulan structure after oxidation, i.e., carboxyl or aldehyde, covalent or physical hybrid hydrogels could be prepared. The attachment of oxidized pullulan onto chitosan structure was checked by FTIR, RMN, XPS and thermal analysis. The morphology of the hybrid structures was evaluated by using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). After structural evaluations, all the prepared hydrogels were characterized by means of dynamic vapor sorption and swelling degree studies, exhibiting a Case-II swelling mechanism. Drug model compounds, such as ibuprofen, bacitracin and neomycin were used for drug loading and release assays, proving high drug loading capacity and tunable release behavior. Drug loaded beads exhibited antibacterial activity and hemocompatibility experiments indicated no coagulation phenomena.
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- Ioana A Duceac
- "Petru Poni" Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry of Romanian Academy, 41 A Gr. Ghica Voda Alley, 700487 Iasi, Romania; "Gr. T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Faculty of Medical Bioengineering, Department of Biomedical Sciences, 9-13 M. Kogalniceanu Street, 700454 Iasi, Romania.
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- "Gr. T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Faculty of Medical Bioengineering, Department of Biomedical Sciences, 9-13 M. Kogalniceanu Street, 700454 Iasi, Romania
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- "Petru Poni" Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry of Romanian Academy, 41 A Gr. Ghica Voda Alley, 700487 Iasi, Romania
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- "Gr. T. Popa" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Faculty of Medical Bioengineering, Department of Biomedical Sciences, 9-13 M. Kogalniceanu Street, 700454 Iasi, Romania
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- "Petru Poni" Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry of Romanian Academy, 41 A Gr. Ghica Voda Alley, 700487 Iasi, Romania.
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Dorogin J, Townsend JM, Hettiaratchi MH. Biomaterials for protein delivery for complex tissue healing responses. Biomater Sci 2021; 9:2339-2361. [PMID: 33432960 DOI: 10.1039/d0bm01804j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Tissue repair requires a complex cascade of events mediated by a variety of cells, proteins, and matrix molecules; however, the healing cascade can be easily disrupted by numerous factors, resulting in impaired tissue regeneration. Recent advances in biomaterials for tissue regeneration have increased the ability to tailor the delivery of proteins and other biomolecules to injury sites to restore normal healing cascades and stimulate robust tissue repair. In this review, we discuss the evolution of the field toward creating biomaterials that precisely control protein delivery to stimulate tissue regeneration, with a focus on addressing complex and dynamic injury environments. We highlight biomaterials that leverage different mechanisms to deliver and present proteins involved in healing cascades, tissue targeting and mimicking strategies, materials that can be triggered by environmental cues, and integrated strategies that combine multiple biomaterial properties to improve protein delivery. Improvements in biomaterial design to address complex injury environments will expand our understanding of both normal and aberrant tissue repair processes and ultimately provide a better standard of patient care.
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- Jonathan Dorogin
- Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, University of Oregon, 6321 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97401, USA.
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Mu M, Liang X, Chuan D, Zhao S, Yu W, Fan R, Tong A, Zhao N, Han B, Guo G. Chitosan coated pH-responsive metal-polyphenol delivery platform for melanoma chemotherapy. Carbohydr Polym 2021; 264:118000. [PMID: 33910734 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2021.118000] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2020] [Revised: 02/08/2021] [Accepted: 03/25/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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The safe and effective drug delivery system is important for cancer therapy. Here in, we first constructed a delivery system Cabazitaxel(Cab)@MPN/CS between metal-polyphenol (MPN) and chitosan (CS) to deliver Cab for melanoma therapy. The preparation process is simple, green, and controllable. After introducing CS coating, the drug loading was improved from 7.56 % to 9.28 %. Cab@MPN/CS NPs released Cab continuously under acid tumor microenvironment. The zeta potential of Cab@MPN/CS NPs could be controlled by changing the ratio of Cab@MPN and CS solutions. The positively charged Cab@MPN/CS accelerate B16F10 cell internalization. After internalized, Cab@MPN/CS NPs could escape from lysosomes via the proton sponge effect. The permeability of CS promotes the penetration of Cab@MPN/CS to the deeper B16F10 tumor spheroids. In vivo results showed that Cab@MPN/CS NPs have a longer retention time in tumor tissues and significantly inhibit tumor growth by up-regulating TUNEL expression and down-regulating KI67 and CD31 expression. Thus, this delivery system provides a promising strategy for the tumor therapy in clinic.
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- Min Mu
- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, 610041, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, 610041, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, 610041, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, 610041, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shihezi University, and Key Laboratory of Xinjiang Phytomedicine Resource and Utilization, Ministry of Education, Shihezi, 832002, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, 610041, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, 610041, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shihezi University, and Key Laboratory of Xinjiang Phytomedicine Resource and Utilization, Ministry of Education, Shihezi, 832002, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shihezi University, and Key Laboratory of Xinjiang Phytomedicine Resource and Utilization, Ministry of Education, Shihezi, 832002, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy and Cancer Center, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, and Collaborative Innovation Center for Biotherapy, Chengdu, 610041, PR China.
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Feng K, Li SF, Wei YS, Zong MH, Hu TG, Wu H, Han SY. Fabrication of nanostructured multi-unit vehicle for intestinal-specific delivery and controlled release of peptide. NANOTECHNOLOGY 2021; 32:245101. [PMID: 33690179 DOI: 10.1088/1361-6528/abed07] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2021] [Accepted: 03/09/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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An oral multi-unit delivery system was developed by incorporating the nanoparticle (NP) into the nanofiber mat and its efficiency for intestinal-specific delivery and controlled release of a peptide (insulin) was investigated. Initially, the influence of deacetylation degree (DD) of chitosan and ionic gelation methods on the properties of NPs was studied. High DD (95%) chitosan was attributed to higher encapsulation efficiency and stability when crosslinked with polyanion tripolyphosphate. Subsequently, the multi-unit system was fabricated using a pH-sensitive polymer (sodium alginate) as the coating layer to further encapsulate the NP. Fiber mat with an average diameter of 481 ± 47 nm could significantly decrease the burst release of insulin in acidic condition and release most amount of insulin (>60%) in the simulated intestinal medium. Furthermore, the encapsulated peptide remained in good integrity. This multi-unit carrier provides the better-designed vehicle for intestinal-specific delivery and controlled release of the peptide.
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- Kun Feng
- School of Food Science and Engineering, Guangdong Province Key Laboratory for Green Processing of Natural Products and Product Safety, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510640, People's Republic of China
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, Guangdong Province Key Laboratory for Green Processing of Natural Products and Product Safety, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510640, People's Republic of China
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, Guangdong Province Key Laboratory for Green Processing of Natural Products and Product Safety, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510640, People's Republic of China
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, Guangdong Province Key Laboratory for Green Processing of Natural Products and Product Safety, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510640, People's Republic of China
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- Sericultural & Agri-Food Research Institute, Guangdong Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Key Laboratory of Functional Foods, Ministry of Agriculture, Guangdong Key Laboratory of Agricultural Products Processing, People's Republic of China
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, Guangdong Province Key Laboratory for Green Processing of Natural Products and Product Safety, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510640, People's Republic of China
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- College of Biosciences and Bioengineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510640, People's Republic of China
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Bakmaz D, Ulu A, Koytepe S, Ates B. Preparation, characterization, and in vitro release study of vincristine sulfate-loaded chitosan–polyethylene glycol–oleic acid composites. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF POLYMER ANALYSIS AND CHARACTERIZATION 2021. [DOI: 10.1080/1023666x.2021.1887624] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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- Dilara Bakmaz
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Arts and Science, İnönü University, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Arts and Science, İnönü University, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Arts and Science, İnönü University, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Arts and Science, İnönü University, Malatya, Turkey
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Pishnamazi M, Hafizi H, Pishnamazi M, Marjani A, Shirazian S, Walker GM. Controlled release evaluation of paracetamol loaded amine functionalized mesoporous silica KCC1 compared to microcrystalline cellulose based tablets. Sci Rep 2021; 11:535. [PMID: 33436819 PMCID: PMC7804127 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-79983-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2020] [Accepted: 12/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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In the pharmaceutical manufacturing, drug release behavior development is remained as one of the main challenges to improve the drug effectiveness. Recently, more focus has been done on using mesoporous silica materials as drug carriers for prolonged and superior control of drug release in human body. In this study, release behavior of paracetamol is developed using drug-loaded KCC-1-NH2 mesoporous silica, based on direct compaction method for preparation of tablets. The purpose of this study is to investigate the utilizing of pure KCC-1 mesoporous silica (KCC-1) and amino functionalized KCC-1 (KCC-1-NH2) as drug carriers in oral solid dosage formulations compared to common excipient, microcrystalline cellulose (MCC), to improve the control of drug release rate by manipulating surface chemistry of the carrier. Different formulations of KCC-1 and KCC-NH2 are designed to investigate the effect of functionalized mesoporous silica as carrier on drug controlled-release rate. The results displayed the remarkable effect of KCC-1-NH2 on drug controlled-release in comparison with the formulation containing pure KCC-1 and formulation including MCC as reference materials. The pure KCC-1 and KCC-1-NH2 are characterized using different evaluation methods such as FTIR, SEM, TEM and N2 adsorption analysis.
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- Marieh Pishnamazi
- Department of Chemistry, Arak Branch, Islamic Azad University, Arak, Iran
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, Bernal Institute, Synthesis and Solid-State Pharmaceutical Centre (SSPC), University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, Bernal Institute, Synthesis and Solid-State Pharmaceutical Centre (SSPC), University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- Institute of Research and Development, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, 550000, Vietnam
- The Faculty of Pharmacy, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, 550000, Vietnam
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- Department for Management of Science and Technology Development, Ton Duc Thang University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
- Faculty of Applied Sciences, Ton Duc Thang University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, Bernal Institute, Synthesis and Solid-State Pharmaceutical Centre (SSPC), University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
- Institute of Research and Development, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, 550000, Vietnam
- The Faculty of Environmental and Chemical Engineering, Duy Tan University, Da Nang, 550000, Vietnam
- Laboratory of Computational Modeling of Drugs, South Ural State University, Chelyabinsk, 454080, Russian Federation
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- Department of Chemical Sciences, Bernal Institute, Synthesis and Solid-State Pharmaceutical Centre (SSPC), University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
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Li Y, Liu X, Gong Q, Xia Z, Yang Y, Chen C, Qian C. Facile preparation of stretchable and self-healable conductive hydrogels based on sodium alginate/polypyrrole nanofibers for use in flexible supercapacitor and strain sensors. Int J Biol Macromol 2021; 172:41-54. [PMID: 33444652 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.01.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2020] [Revised: 12/23/2020] [Accepted: 01/04/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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A series of multifunctional conductive hydrogels (denoted as SA-B-DAPPy) is developed by combining sodium alginate (SA) and dopamine functionalized polypyrrole (DAPPy) nanofibers with borax as a cross-linking agent. By modulation of the DAPPy weight ratio to 3.5 wt%, the conductivity of the hydrogel can reach a high value of 1.33 ± 0.012 S/m. Both borate interactions and hydrogen bonds within hydrogel frameworks can account for the satisfactory stretchability (more than 800%) and instantaneous self-healing ability. More significantly, the SA-B-DAPPy hydorgels can be easily fabricated as electrode component in the symmetric supercapacitor with SA-B-DAPPy//SA-B//SA-B-DAPPy configuration. Due to the self-healing of the electrode/electrolyte interface, the obtained all-in-one device can deliver superior areal specific capacitance of 587 mF/cm2 at current density of 1.0 mA/cm2, high energy density of 52.18 μWh/cm2 at power density of 800 μW/cm2, good capacitance retention of 80% after 2000 cycles, as well as integration characteristics. Furthermore, on account of high conductivity, a thin SA-B-DAPPy hydrogel film can be fabricated into the motion sensor to detect and distinguish various human movements. The sensor exhibits high gauge factor (GF) up to 10.23, and stable, repeatable response signals, which permit supersensitive for monitoring large-scale joints motions and subtle muscle movements.
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- Yueqin Li
- Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China; College of Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Key Lab for the Chemistry & Utilization of Agricultural and Forest Biomass, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China.
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- Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China; College of Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Key Lab for the Chemistry & Utilization of Agricultural and Forest Biomass, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China
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- Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China; College of Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Key Lab for the Chemistry & Utilization of Agricultural and Forest Biomass, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China
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- Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China; College of Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Key Lab for the Chemistry & Utilization of Agricultural and Forest Biomass, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China
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- Co-Innovation Center of Efficient Processing and Utilization of Forest Resources, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China; College of Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Key Lab for the Chemistry & Utilization of Agricultural and Forest Biomass, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China
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- College of Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Key Lab for the Chemistry & Utilization of Agricultural and Forest Biomass, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China
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- College of Chemical Engineering, Jiangsu Key Lab for the Chemistry & Utilization of Agricultural and Forest Biomass, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing 210037, China
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Alpaslan D, Dudu TE, Aktaş N. Synthesis and characterization of novel organo-hydrogel based agar, glycerol and peppermint oil as a natural drug carrier/release material. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2021; 118:111534. [PMID: 33255087 PMCID: PMC7500399 DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2020.111534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Revised: 09/10/2020] [Accepted: 09/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
Abstract
The very recent Covid-19 pandemic has made the need to understand biocompatible polymers as support material in drug delivery systems and controlled release clearer, especially for organo-hydrogels. This study aims to synthesize various new polymeric materials called gels, hydrogels, and organo-hydrogels according to the monomer used and to investigate their use as drug release systems. The agar-glycerol (AG) pair was used to synthesize the polymers, N, N, methylene bisacrylamide (MBA, m) and glutaraldehyde (GA, g) were used as cross-linkers and peppermint oil (PmO) was included to obtain the organo-hydrogels. Therefore, one AG gel and two p (AG-m) and p (GA-g) hydrogels were synthesized within the scope of the study. Six different organo-hydrogels based on p(AG-m-PmO) or p (AG-g-PmO) were also synthesized by varying the amount of peppermint oil. Paracetamol and carboplatin were selected as the sample drugs. Synthesized gels, hydrogels and organo-hydrogels were characterized by FTIR and SEM analysis. Additionally, swelling behaviors of the synthesized gels were investigated in different media (ID water, tap water, ethanol, acetone, ethanol/ID water (1:1), acetone/ID water (1:1) and gasoline) and at different pHs. Moreover, it was determined that organo-hydrogels were blood compatible and had antioxidant properties based on hemolysis, blood clotting and antioxidant analysis. Therefore, the release of paracetamol (a known antipyretic-painkiller, recommended and used in the treatment of Covid-19) and carboplatin (widely used in cancer treatment) were studied. Evidently, as the amount of PMO oil increases, the -OH groups in organo-hydrogels will increase and the chemical and physical bonding rates will increase; therefore it was observed that increasing peppermint oil in the organo-hydrogels structure to 0.3 mL stimulated the release of the drugs. For instance, maximum paracetamol release amount from p(AG-g-PmO) and p(AG-m-PmO) organo-hydrogels was calculated to be 72.3% at pH 7.4 and 69.8% at pH 2.0, respectively. The maximum carboplatin release amount from p(AG-g-PmO) and p(AG-m-PmO) organo-hydrogels was calculated to be 99.7% at pH 7.4 and 100% at pH 7.4, respectively. It was concluded that the synthesized organo-hydrogels might easily be used as drug carrier and controlled drug release materials.
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- Duygu Alpaslan
- Van Yüzüncü Yıl University, Engineering Faculty, Department of Chemical Engineering, Campus, Van 65080, Turkey.
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- Van Yüzüncü Yıl University, Engineering Faculty, Department of Chemical Engineering, Campus, Van 65080, Turkey
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- Van Yüzüncü Yıl University, Engineering Faculty, Department of Chemical Engineering, Campus, Van 65080, Turkey; Kyrgyz-Turkish Manas University, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Chemical Engineering, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
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Yu JY, Kim JA, Joung HJ, Ko JA, Park HJ. Preparation and characterization of curcumin solid dispersion using HPMC. J Food Sci 2020; 85:3866-3873. [PMID: 33067846 DOI: 10.1111/1750-3841.15489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2020] [Revised: 08/31/2020] [Accepted: 09/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Curcumin solid dispersions were prepared using hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) to enhance water solubility of curcumin. The particle size of curcumin solid dispersions was in range from 371 to 528 nm and particles were shaped as spherical with wrinkles. The encapsulation efficiency was over 93% for all samples, and water solubility of curcumin was significantly improved to 238 µg/mL when the ratio of curcumin to HPMC was 20:80. The results of X-ray diffraction, differential scanning calorimeter, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy showed that crystalline form of curcumin changed to amorphous form. Curcumin solid dispersions showed improved dissolution behavior compared to pure curcumin and the curcumin release kinetic studies were applied to find best-fitting model. This study showed a great potential of solid dispersion using HPMC as curcumin delivery system with improved water solubility and oral absorption. PRACTICAL APPLICATION: Curcumin has limited applications in the food industry because of low water solubility. Dongoh water-soluble curcumin (DW-CURs) were prepared by solid dispersion method with HPMC. Our results indicated that curcumin solid dispersions improved the water solubility of curcumin and showed a sustained release, demonstrating its possibility of body application. Therefore, DW-CURs are a promising formulation for application as a functional ingredient in the food industry.
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- Ji Young Yu
- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Korea University, Anam-dong, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Korea University, Anam-dong, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Korea University, Anam-dong, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea.,Dongoh Life Science Co. Ltd., Venture Center, 303 Cheonjam-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeollabuk-do, 55069, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Korea University, Anam-dong, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biotechnology, College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Korea University, Anam-dong, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, 02841, Republic of Korea
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Chalitangkoon J, Wongkittisin M, Monvisade P. Silver loaded hydroxyethylacryl chitosan/sodium alginate hydrogel films for controlled drug release wound dressings. Int J Biol Macromol 2020; 159:194-203. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.05.061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2020] [Revised: 04/28/2020] [Accepted: 05/10/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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