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Malhotra K, Kumar B, Piunno PAE, Krull UJ. Cellular Uptake of Upconversion Nanoparticles Based on Surface Polymer Coatings and Protein Corona. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:35985-36001. [PMID: 38958411 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.4c04148] [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: 07/04/2024]
Abstract
Upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) are materials that provide unique advantages for biomedical applications. There are constantly emerging customized UCNPs with varying compositions, coatings, and upconversion mechanisms. Cellular uptake is a key parameter for the biological application of UCNPs. Uptake experiments have yielded highly varying results, and correlating trends between cellular uptake with different types of UCNP coatings remains challenging. In this report, the impact of surface polymer coatings on the formation of protein coronas and subsequent cellular uptake of UCNPs by macrophages and cancer cells was investigated. Luminescence confocal microscopy and elemental analysis techniques were used to evaluate the different coatings for internalization within cells. Pathway inhibitors were used to unravel the specific internalization mechanisms of polymer-coated UCNPs. Coatings were chosen as the most promising for colloidal stability, conjugation chemistry, and biomedical applications. PIMA-PEG (poly(isobutylene-alt-maleic) anhydride with polyethylene glycol)-coated UCNPs were found to have low cytotoxicity, low uptake by macrophages (when compared with PEI, poly(ethylenimine)), and sufficient uptake by tumor cells for surface-loaded drug delivery applications. Inductively coupled plasma-optical emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES) studies revealed that PIMA-coated NPs were preferentially internalized by the clathrin- and caveolar-independent pathways, with a preference for clathrin-mediated uptake at longer time points. PMAO-PEG (poly(maleic anhydride-alt-1-octadecene) with polyethylene glycol)-coated UCNPs were internalized by energy-dependent pathways, while PAA- (poly(acrylic acid)) and PEI-coated NPs were internalized by multifactorial mechanisms of internalization. The results indicate that copolymers of PIMA-PEG coatings on UCNPs were well suited for the next-generation of biomedical applications.
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- Karan Malhotra
- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga L5L1C6, Ontario, Canada
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga L5L1C6, Ontario, Canada
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga L5L1C6, Ontario, Canada
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga L5L1C6, Ontario, Canada
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Dubey N, Chandra S. Miniaturized Biosensors Based on Lanthanide-Doped Upconversion Polymeric Nanofibers. BIOSENSORS 2024; 14:116. [PMID: 38534223 DOI: 10.3390/bios14030116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2024] [Revised: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024]
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Electrospun nanofibers possess a large surface area and a three-dimensional porous network that makes them a perfect material for embedding functional nanoparticles for diverse applications. Herein, we report the trends in embedding upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) in polymeric nanofibers for making an advanced miniaturized (bio)analytical device. UCNPs have the benefits of several optical properties, like near-infrared excitation, anti-Stokes emission over a wide range from UV to NIR, narrow emission bands, an extended lifespan, and photostability. The luminescence of UCNPs can be regulated using different lanthanide elements and can be used for sensing and tracking physical processes in biological systems. We foresee that a UCNP-based nanofiber sensing platform will open opportunities in developing cost-effective, miniaturized, portable and user-friendly point-of-care sensing device for monitoring (bio)analytical processes. Major challenges in developing microfluidic (bio)analytical systems based on UCNPs@nanofibers have been reviewed and presented.
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- Neha Dubey
- Department of Chemistry, Sunandan Divatia School of Science, SVKM's NMIMS (Deemed to be) University, V.L. Mehta Road, Vile Parle (West), Mumbai 400056, India
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- Hanse-Wissenschaftskolleg-Institute for Advanced Study (HWK), Lehmkuhlenbusch 4, 27753 Delmenhorst, Germany
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Đačanin Far L, Dramićanin MD. Luminescence Thermometry with Nanoparticles: A Review. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:2904. [PMID: 37947749 PMCID: PMC10647651 DOI: 10.3390/nano13212904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2023] [Revised: 10/31/2023] [Accepted: 11/02/2023] [Indexed: 11/12/2023]
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Luminescence thermometry has emerged as a very versatile optical technique for remote temperature measurements, exhibiting a wide range of applicability spanning from cryogenic temperatures to 2000 K. This technology has found extensive utilization across many disciplines. In the last thirty years, there has been significant growth in the field of luminous thermometry. This growth has been accompanied by the development of temperature read-out procedures, the creation of luminescent materials for very sensitive temperature probes, and advancements in theoretical understanding. This review article primarily centers on luminescent nanoparticles employed in the field of luminescence thermometry. In this paper, we provide a comprehensive survey of the recent literature pertaining to the utilization of lanthanide and transition metal nanophosphors, semiconductor quantum dots, polymer nanoparticles, carbon dots, and nanodiamonds for luminescence thermometry. In addition, we engage in a discussion regarding the benefits and limitations of nanoparticles in comparison with conventional, microsized probes for their application in luminescent thermometry.
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- Centre of Excellence for Photoconversion, Vinča Institute of Nuclear Sciences—National Institute of the Republic of Serbia, University of Belgrade, P.O. Box 522, 11001 Belgrade, Serbia;
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Li H, Sheng W, Haruna SA, Hassan MM, Chen Q. Recent advances in rare earth ion-doped upconversion nanomaterials: From design to their applications in food safety analysis. Compr Rev Food Sci Food Saf 2023; 22:3732-3764. [PMID: 37548602 DOI: 10.1111/1541-4337.13218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2022] [Revised: 07/09/2023] [Accepted: 07/11/2023] [Indexed: 08/08/2023]
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The misuse of chemicals in agricultural systems and food production leads to an increase in contaminants in food, which ultimately has adverse effects on human health. This situation has prompted a demand for sophisticated detection technologies with rapid and sensitive features, as concerns over food safety and quality have grown around the globe. The rare earth ion-doped upconversion nanoparticle (UCNP)-based sensor has emerged as an innovative and promising approach for detecting and analyzing food contaminants due to its superior photophysical properties, including low autofluorescence background, deep penetration of light, low toxicity, and minimal photodamage to the biological samples. The aim of this review was to discuss an outline of the applications of UCNPs to detect contaminants in food matrices, with particular attention on the determination of heavy metals, pesticides, pathogenic bacteria, mycotoxins, and antibiotics. The review briefly discusses the mechanism of upconversion (UC) luminescence, the synthesis, modification, functionality of UCNPs, as well as the detection principles for the design of UC biosensors. Furthermore, because current UCNP research on food safety detection is still at an early stage, this review identifies several bottlenecks that must be overcome in UCNPs and discusses the future prospects for its application in the field of food analysis.
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- Huanhuan Li
- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, P. R. China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, P. R. China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, P. R. China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, P. R. China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, P. R. China
- College of Food and Biological Engineering, Jimei University, Xiamen, P. R. China
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Zhang N, Zhang W, Wu Y, Xie X, Jiang R, Luo F, Zhang K. Upconversion nanoparticles anchored MnO 2 nanosheets for luminescence "turn on" detecting hydrogen peroxide. SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA. PART A, MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY 2023; 299:122819. [PMID: 37163855 DOI: 10.1016/j.saa.2023.122819] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2023] [Revised: 04/18/2023] [Accepted: 05/02/2023] [Indexed: 05/12/2023]
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The sensitively and reliably detecting hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is of significant for biology and environment protection fields. Herein, we reported a high sensitive H2O2 nanoprobe based on upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) anchored MnO2 nanosheets. In which, DNA modified NaYF4@NaYF4:Yb,Tm core-shell nanoparticles were anchored onto the MnO2 nanosheets surface via π-π stacking. Owing to the luminescence resonance energy transfer, the blue luminescence of UCNPs was effectively quenched by MnO2 nanosheets, then the luminescence could be restored by adding H2O2 for reducing MnO2 to Mn2+, and achieving a H2O2 concentration-dependent luminescence change, the detection limit could reach to 0.23 nM (S/N = 3). The proposed method could detect H2O2 in serum, lake water and real samples. Thus, a desired upconversion luminescence sensing strategy for detection H2O2 in life and environmental analysis was successfully constructed. It may be provide a potential tool in disease diagnosis and environmental monitoring fields.
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- Na Zhang
- China Univ Min & Technol, Sch Chem Engn & Technol, Xuzhou 221116, China; Anhui Key Laboratory of Spin Electron and Nanomaterials of Anhui Higher Education Institues, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Suzhou University, Suzhou, Anhui, 234000, China
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- Anhui Key Laboratory of Spin Electron and Nanomaterials of Anhui Higher Education Institues, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Suzhou University, Suzhou, Anhui, 234000, China
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- Anhui Key Laboratory of Spin Electron and Nanomaterials of Anhui Higher Education Institues, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Suzhou University, Suzhou, Anhui, 234000, China
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- Anhui Key Laboratory of Spin Electron and Nanomaterials of Anhui Higher Education Institues, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Suzhou University, Suzhou, Anhui, 234000, China
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- China Univ Min & Technol, Sch Chem Engn & Technol, Xuzhou 221116, China.
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- Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hefei Normal University, Hefei, Anhui 234000, China.
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- Anhui Key Laboratory of Spin Electron and Nanomaterials of Anhui Higher Education Institues, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Suzhou University, Suzhou, Anhui, 234000, China; State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, Southeast University, Nanjing 211189, China.
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Jiang D, Tan Q, Shen Y, Ye M, Li J, Zhou Y. NIR-excited imaging and in vivo visualization of β-galactosidase activity using a pyranonitrile-modified upconversion nanoprobe. SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA. PART A, MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY 2023; 292:122411. [PMID: 36731306 DOI: 10.1016/j.saa.2023.122411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2022] [Revised: 01/19/2023] [Accepted: 01/23/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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β-galactosidase (β-gal) is a diagnostic biomarker of primary ovarian cancers. The development of effective fluorescent probes for investigating the activity of β-gal will be beneficial to cancer diagnosis. Herein, a near-infrared (NIR) excited ratiometric nanoprobe (DCM-β-gal-UCNPs) by assembling pyranonitrile dye (DCM-β-gal) on the surface of upconversion nanophosphors (UCNPs) was designed for the evaluation of β-gal activity in vivo. Upon the interaction with β-gal, a marked decrease of upconversion luminescence (UCL) signal in the green channel was observed owing to the luminescence resonance energy transfer from the UCNPs to pyranonitrile chromophore, whereas the NIR UCL emission at 800 nm was almost no influence. Thus, the β-gal activity could be quantitatively detected by the UCL intensity ratio of UCL543 nm/UCL800 nm with the limit of detection of 3.1 × 10-4 U/mL. Moreover, DCM-β-gal-UCNPs was effectively applied for monitoring β-gal fluctuation in living cells and zebrafish by a ratiometric UCL signal excited by 980 nm laser. We envision that nanoprobe DCM-β-gal-UCNPs might be used as a potential bioimaging tool to disclose more biological information of β-gal in β-gal-associated diseases in the future.
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- Detao Jiang
- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, PR China
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- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, PR China
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- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, PR China
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- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, PR China
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- Department of Plastic&Cosmetic Surgery, Maternal and Child Health Medical Institute, Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210004, PR China
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- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, PR China.
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Sivaiah A, Prusty S, Parandhama A. Synthesis and surface modification of ultrasmall monodisperse NaYF4:Yb3+/Tm3+ upconversion nanoparticles. J INDIAN CHEM SOC 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jics.2023.100990] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/05/2023]
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Yu S, Yang Y, Hu G, Wang W, Zhuang W, Wu Y, Huang R, Zhang Y, Gong S, Fan C. Colorimetric and Fluorescent Determination of Alkaline Phosphatase and Ascorbic Acid based upon the Inner Filter Effect using up-Conversion Nanoparticles. ANAL LETT 2023. [DOI: 10.1080/00032719.2023.2189265] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/22/2023]
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- Shaoyang Yu
- Clinical Laboratory, Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China
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- Clinical Laboratory, Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou, China
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- Clinical Laboratory, Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China
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- Clinical Laboratory, Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China
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- Sales Department, Xiamen Xutang Biological Technology, Xiamen, China
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- Clinical Laboratory, Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China
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- Clinical Laboratory, Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China
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- Clinical Laboratory, Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China
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- Clinical Laboratory, Second Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Quanzhou, China
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Upconversion nanoparticles-based background-free selective fluorescence sensor developed for immunoassay of fipronil pesticide. JOURNAL OF FOOD MEASUREMENT AND CHARACTERIZATION 2023. [DOI: 10.1007/s11694-023-01849-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/26/2023]
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Jiang X, Mietner JB, Harder C, Komban R, Chen S, Strelow C, Sazama U, Fröba M, Gimmler C, Müller-Buschbaum P, Roth SV, Navarro JRG. 3D Printable Hybrid Gel Made of Polymer Surface-Modified Cellulose Nanofibrils Prepared by Surface-Initiated Controlled Radical Polymerization (SI-SET-LRP) and Upconversion Luminescent Nanoparticles. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023; 15:5687-5700. [PMID: 36669131 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c20775] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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A cellulose nanofibril-based hybrid gel material was developed by grafting the polymerized stearyl acrylate (PSA) and upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) onto cellulose nanofibrils (CNFs) via Cu0-mediated radical polymerization (SET-LRP) to create a highly cross-linked CNF system. A two-step strategy was exploited to surface-exchange the ligand of the UCNPs from a hydrophobic ligand (oleic acid) to a hydrophilic small-molecule ligand (2-acrylamido-2-methyl-1-propanesulfonic acid, AMPS) and therefore be suitable for SET-LRP. The characteristics and properties of the hybrid material (UCNP-PSA-CNF) were monitored by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), rheology, X-ray diffraction (XRD), and microscopic analysis. Those characterization techniques prove the efficient modification of the CNF, with the presence of 1.8% UCNPs. The luminescence measurement was carried out using a homebuilt confocal microscope with a 980 nm laser source. The nanostructure of UCNPs and their incorporated CNF species were measured by small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS). In addition, this CNF-based hybrid gel has decisive rheological properties, such as good viscoelasticity (loss tangent was below 0.35 for the UCNP-PSA-CNF gel, while the PSA-CNF gel reached the highest value of 0.42), shear-thinning behavior, and shape retention, and was successfully applied to three-dimensional (3D) gel printing throughout various 3D print models.
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- Xuehe Jiang
- Institute of Wood Science, University Hamburg, Leuschnerstraße 91, 21031 Hamburg, Germany
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- Institute of Wood Science, University Hamburg, Leuschnerstraße 91, 21031 Hamburg, Germany
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- Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY, Notkestrasse 85, 22607 Hamburg, Germany
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- Fraunhofer Center for Applied Nanotechnology CAN, Grindelallee 117, D-20146 Hamburg, Germany
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- Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY, Notkestrasse 85, 22607 Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Chemistry, Institute of Physical Chemistry, University Hamburg, Grindelallee 117, 20146 Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Chemistry, Institute of Inorganic and Applied Chemistry, University Hamburg, Martin-Luther-King-Platz 6, 20146 Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Chemistry, Institute of Inorganic and Applied Chemistry, University Hamburg, Martin-Luther-King-Platz 6, 20146 Hamburg, Germany
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- Fraunhofer Center for Applied Nanotechnology CAN, Grindelallee 117, D-20146 Hamburg, Germany
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- Physik-Department, Lehrstuhl für Funtionelle Materielien, Technische Universität München, James-Franck-Strasse 1, 85748 Garching, Germany
- Technical University of Munich, Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Zentrum (MLZ), Lichtenbergstr. 1, 85748 Garching, Germany
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- Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY, Notkestrasse 85, 22607 Hamburg, Germany
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- Institute of Wood Science, University Hamburg, Leuschnerstraße 91, 21031 Hamburg, Germany
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Zhan Y, Zhang R, Guo Y, Cao S, Chen G, Tian B. Recent advances in tumor biomarker detection by lanthanide upconversion nanoparticles. J Mater Chem B 2023; 11:755-771. [PMID: 36606393 DOI: 10.1039/d2tb02017c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Early tumor diagnosis could reliably predict the behavior of tumors and significantly reduce their mortality. Due to the response to early cancerous changes at the molecular or cellular level, tumor biomarkers, including small molecules, proteins, nucleic acids, exosomes, and circulating tumor cells, have been employed as powerful tools for early cancer diagnosis. Therefore, exploring new approaches to detect tumor biomarkers has attracted a great deal of research interest. Lanthanide upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) provide numerous opportunities for bioanalytical applications. When excited by low-energy near-infrared light, UCNPs exhibit several unique properties, such as large anti-Stoke shifts, sharp emission lines, long luminescence lifetimes, resistance to photobleaching, and the absence of autofluorescence. Based on these excellent properties, UCNPs have demonstrated great sensitivity and selectivity in detecting tumor biomarkers. In this review, an overview of recent advances in tumor biomarker detection using UCNPs has been presented. The key aspects of this review include detection mechanisms, applications in vitro and in vivo, challenges, and perspectives of UCNP-based tumor biomarker detection.
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- Ying Zhan
- Center for Molecular Recognition and Biosensing, School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China.
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- Center for Molecular Recognition and Biosensing, School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China.
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- Center for Molecular Recognition and Biosensing, School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China.
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- Center for Molecular Recognition and Biosensing, School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China.
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- Center for Molecular Recognition and Biosensing, School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China.
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- Center for Molecular Recognition and Biosensing, School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China.
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Jin H, Yang M, Gui R. Ratiometric upconversion luminescence nanoprobes from construction to sensing, imaging, and phototherapeutics. NANOSCALE 2023; 15:859-906. [PMID: 36533436 DOI: 10.1039/d2nr05721b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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In terms of the combined advantages of upconversion luminescence (UCL) properties and dual-signal ratiometric outputs toward specific targets, the ratiometric UCL nanoprobes exhibit significant applications. This review summarizes and discusses the recent advances in ratiometric UCL nanoprobes, mainly including the construction of nanoprobe systems for sensing, imaging, and phototherapeutics. First, the construction strategies are introduced, involving different types of nanoprobe systems, construction methods, and ratiometric dual-signal modes. Then, the sensing applications are summarized, involving types of targets, sensing mechanisms, sensing targets, and naked-eye visual detection of UCL colors. Afterward, the phototherapeutic applications are discussed, including bio-toxicity, bio-distribution, biosensing, and bioimaging at the level of living cells and small animals, and biomedicine therapy. Particularly, each section is commented on by discussing the state-of-the-art relevant studies on ratiometric UCL nanoprobe systems. Moreover, the current status, challenges, and perspectives in the forthcoming studies are discussed. This review facilitates the exploration of functionally luminescent nanoprobes for excellent sensing, imaging, biomedicine, and multiple applications in significant fields.
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- Hui Jin
- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Intellectual Property Research Institute, Qingdao University, Shandong 266071, P. R. China.
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Intellectual Property Research Institute, Qingdao University, Shandong 266071, P. R. China.
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- College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Intellectual Property Research Institute, Qingdao University, Shandong 266071, P. R. China.
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Malhotra K, Hrovat D, Kumar B, Qu G, Houten JV, Ahmed R, Piunno PAE, Gunning PT, Krull UJ. Lanthanide-Doped Upconversion Nanoparticles: Exploring A Treasure Trove of NIR-Mediated Emerging Applications. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023; 15:2499-2528. [PMID: 36602515 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c12370] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Lanthanide-doped upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) possess the remarkable ability to convert multiple near-infrared (NIR) photons into higher energy ultraviolet-visible (UV-vis) photons, making them a prime candidate for several advanced applications within the realm of nanotechnology. Compared to traditional organic fluorophores and quantum dots (QDs), UCNPs possess narrower emission bands (fwhm of 10-50 nm), large anti-Stokes shifts, low toxicity, high chemical stability, and resistance to photobleaching and blinking. In addition, unlike UV-vis excitation, NIR excitation is nondestructive at lower power intensities and has high tissue penetration depths (up to 2 mm) with low autofluorescence and scattering. Together, these properties make UCNPs exceedingly favored for advanced bioanalytical and theranostic applications, where these systems have been well-explored. UCNPs are also well-suited for bioimaging, optically modulating chemistries, forensic science, and other state-of-the-art research applications. In this review, an up-to-date account of emerging applications in UCNP research, beyond bioanalytical and theranostics, are presented including optogenetics, super-resolution imaging, encoded barcodes, fingerprinting, NIR vision, UCNP-assisted photochemical manipulations, optical tweezers, 3D printing, lasing, NIR-II imaging, UCNP-molecule nanohybrids, and UCNP-based persistent luminescent nanocrystals.
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- Karan Malhotra
- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, OntarioL5L 1C6, Canada
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, OntarioL5L 1C6, Canada
- Gunning Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, OntarioL5L 1C6, Canada
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, OntarioL5L 1C6, Canada
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, OntarioL5L 1C6, Canada
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, OntarioL5L 1C6, Canada
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, OntarioL5L 1C6, Canada
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, OntarioL5L 1C6, Canada
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- Gunning Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, OntarioL5L 1C6, Canada
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, OntarioL5L 1C6, Canada
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Matulionyte M, Skripka A, Ramos-Guerra A, Benayas A, Vetrone F. The Coming of Age of Neodymium: Redefining Its Role in Rare Earth Doped Nanoparticles. Chem Rev 2023; 123:515-554. [PMID: 36516409 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemrev.2c00419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Among luminescent nanostructures actively investigated in the last couple of decades, rare earth (RE3+) doped nanoparticles (RENPs) are some of the most reported family of materials. The development of RENPs in the biomedical framework is quickly making its transition to the ∼800 nm excitation pathway, beneficial for both in vitro and in vivo applications to eliminate heating and facilitate higher penetration in tissues. Therefore, reports and investigations on RENPs containing the neodymium ion (Nd3+) greatly increased in number as the focus on ∼800 nm radiation absorbing Nd3+ ion gained traction. In this review, we cover the basics behind the RE3+ luminescence, the most successful Nd3+-RENP architectures, and highlight application areas. Nd3+-RENPs, particularly Nd3+-sensitized RENPs, have been scrutinized by considering the division between their upconversion and downshifting emissions. Aside from their distinctive optical properties, significant attention is paid to the diverse applications of Nd3+-RENPs, notwithstanding the pitfalls that are still to be addressed. Overall, we aim to provide a comprehensive overview on Nd3+-RENPs, discussing their developmental and applicative successes as well as challenges. We also assess future research pathways and foreseeable obstacles ahead, in a field, which we believe will continue witnessing an effervescent progress in the years to come.
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- Marija Matulionyte
- Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique, Centre Énergie, Matériaux et Télécommunications, Université du Québec, Varennes, Québec J3X 1P7, Canada
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- Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique, Centre Énergie, Matériaux et Télécommunications, Université du Québec, Varennes, Québec J3X 1P7, Canada
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- Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique, Centre Énergie, Matériaux et Télécommunications, Université du Québec, Varennes, Québec J3X 1P7, Canada
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- Department of Physics and CICECO-Aveiro Institute of Materials, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal.,Molecular Imaging Program at Stanford Department of Radiology Stanford University 1201 Welch Road, Lucas Center (exp.), Stanford, California 94305-5484, United States
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- Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique, Centre Énergie, Matériaux et Télécommunications, Université du Québec, Varennes, Québec J3X 1P7, Canada
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Billimoria K, Fernandez YAD, Andresen E, Sorzabal-Bellido I, Huelga-Suarez G, Bartczak D, Ortiz de Solórzano C, Resch-Genger U, Infante HG. The potential of bioprinting for preparation of nanoparticle-based calibration standards for LA-ICP-ToF-MS quantitative imaging. METALLOMICS : INTEGRATED BIOMETAL SCIENCE 2022; 14:6823718. [PMID: 36367500 DOI: 10.1093/mtomcs/mfac088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2022] [Accepted: 11/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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This paper discusses the feasibility of a novel strategy based on the combination of bioprinting nano-doping technology and laser ablation-inductively coupled plasma time-of-flight mass spectrometry analysis for the preparation and characterization of gelatin-based multi-element calibration standards suitable for quantitative imaging. To achieve this, lanthanide up-conversion nanoparticles were added to a gelatin matrix to produce the bioprinted calibration standards. The features of this bioprinting approach were compared with manual cryosectioning standard preparation, in terms of throughput, between batch repeatability and elemental signal homogeneity at 5 μm spatial resolution. By using bioprinting, the between batch variability for three independent standards of the same concentration of 89Y (range 0-600 mg/kg) was reduced to 5% compared to up to 27% for cryosectioning. On this basis, the relative standard deviation (RSD) obtained between three independent calibration slopes measured within 1 day also reduced from 16% (using cryosectioning) to 5% (using bioprinting), supporting the use of a single standard preparation replicate for each of the concentrations to achieve good calibration performance using bioprinting. This helped reduce the analysis time by approximately 3-fold. With cryosectioning each standard was prepared and sectioned individually, whereas using bio-printing it was possible to have up to six different standards printed simultaneously, reducing the preparation time from approximately 2 h to under 20 min (by approximately 6-fold). The bio-printed calibration standards were found stable for a period of 2 months when stored at ambient temperature and in the dark.
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- Kharmen Billimoria
- National Measurement Laboratory, LGC, Queens Road, Teddington, TW11 0LY, UK
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- National Measurement Laboratory, LGC, Queens Road, Teddington, TW11 0LY, UK.,Department of Chemistry, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy
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- Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und-prüfung (BAM), Berlin, Germany
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- National Measurement Laboratory, LGC, Queens Road, Teddington, TW11 0LY, UK
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- Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und-prüfung (BAM), Berlin, Germany
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Chintamaneni PK, Nagasen D, Babu KC, Mourya A, Madan J, Srinivasarao DA, Ramachandra RK, Santhoshi PM, Pindiprolu SKSS. Engineered upconversion nanocarriers for synergistic breast cancer imaging and therapy: Current state of art. J Control Release 2022; 352:652-672. [PMID: 36328078 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2022.10.056] [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: 07/29/2022] [Revised: 10/22/2022] [Accepted: 10/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women and is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. Early diagnosis and effective therapeutic interventions are critical determinants that can improve survival and quality of life in breast cancer patients. Nanotheranostics are emerging interventions that offer the dual benefit of in vivo diagnosis and therapeutics through a single nano-sized carrier. Rare earth metal-doped upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) with their ability to convert near-infrared light to visible light or UV light in vivo settings have gained special attraction due to their unique luminescence and tumor-targeting properties. In this review, we have discussed applications of UCNPs in drug and gene delivery, photothermal therapy (PTT), photodynamic therapy (PDT) and tumor targeting in breast cancer. Further, present challenges and future opportunities for UCNPs in breast cancer treatment have also been mentioned.
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- Pavan Kumar Chintamaneni
- Department of Pharmaceutics, GITAM School of Pharmacy, GITAM (Deemed to be University), Rudraram, 502329 Telangana, India.
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- Aditya Pharmacy College, Surampalem 533437, India; Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada, Kakinada 533003, Andhra Pradesh, India.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad 500037, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad 500037, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad 500037, Telangana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad 500037, Telangana, India.
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- Crystal Growth and Nanoscience Research Center, Department of Physics, Government College (A), Rajamahendravaram, Andhra Pradesh, India; Government Degree College, Chodavaram, Andhra Pradesh, India.
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- Crystal Growth and Nanoscience Research Center, Department of Physics, Government College (A), Rajamahendravaram, Andhra Pradesh, India
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- Aditya Pharmacy College, Surampalem 533437, India; Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada, Kakinada 533003, Andhra Pradesh, India.
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Zhang T, Ren W, Xiao F, Li J, Zu B, Dou X. Engineered olfactory system for in vitro artificial nose. ENGINEERED REGENERATION 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.engreg.2022.09.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Ye M, Tan Q, Jiang D, Li J, Yao C, Zhou Y. Deep-Depth Imaging of Hepatic Ischemia/Reperfusion Injury Using a Carbon Monoxide-Activated Upconversion Luminescence Nanosystem. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:52659-52669. [PMID: 36377946 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c15960] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Exploring a chemical imaging tool for visualizing the endogenous CO biosignaling molecule is of great importance in understanding the pathophysiological functions of CO in complex biological systems. Most of the existing CO fluorescent probes show excitation and emission in the region of ultraviolet and visible light, which are not suitable for application in in vivo deep-depth imaging of CO. Herein, a new near-infrared (NIR) to NIR upconversion luminescence (UCL) nanosystem for in vivo visualization of CO was developed, which possesses the merits of high selectivity and sensitivity, a deep tissue penetration depth, and a high signal-to-noise ratio. In this design, upon interaction with CO, the maxima absorption peak of the nanosystem showed a significant blue shift from 795 nm to 621 nm and triggered a remarkable turn-on NIR UCL signal due to the luminescence resonance energy transfer process. Leveraging this nanosystem, we achieved an NIR UCL visualization of the generation of CO biosignals caused by hypoxic, acute inflammation, or ischemic injury in living cells, zebrafish, and mice. Moreover, the protective effect of CO in zebrafish models of oxygen and glucose deprivation/reperfusion (OGD/R) and mice models of lipopolysaccharide-induced oxidative stress (LOS) and hepatic ischemia/reperfusion (HI/R) was also further verified. Therefore, this work discloses that the nanosystem not only serves as a promising nanoplatform to study biological signaling pathways of CO in pathophysiological events, but may also provide a powerful tool for HI/R injury diagnosis.
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- Minan Ye
- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, P. R. China
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- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, P. R. China
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- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, P. R. China
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- Nanjing Maternal and Child Health Medical Institute, Women's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, 123rd Tianfei Street, Mochou Road, Nanjing 210004, China
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- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, P. R. China
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- College of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, P. R. China
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A review on structural aspects and applications of PAMAM dendrimers in analytical chemistry: Frontiers from separation sciences to chemical sensor technologies. Trends Analyt Chem 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.trac.2022.116810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Rani M, Yadav J, Shanker U, Sillanpää M. Green Synthesized Zinc Derived Nanocomposites with Enhanced Photocatalytic Activity: An Updated Review on Structural Modification, Scientific Assessment and Environmental Applications. INORG CHEM COMMUN 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.inoche.2022.110246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Jiménez JA, Ibarra V. Tm 3+ Ion Blue Emission Quenching by Pd 2+ Ions in Barium Phosphate Glasses: Fundamental Analysis toward Sensing Applications. J Phys Chem B 2022; 126:8579-8587. [PMID: 36256966 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpcb.2c05246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The quenching effect of Pd2+ ions on the blue emission from Tm3+ was investigated for the first time using barium phosphate glass as model matrix. Glasses containing fixed Tm2O3 at 0.5 mol % and PdO up to 0.3 mol % (added relative to P2O5) were prepared by melting and first characterized for basic structural properties by X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), and Raman spectroscopy. Thermal properties were then evaluated by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). The focus was thereafter on evaluating the optical properties by absorption and photoluminescence (PL) spectroscopy with decay kinetics assessment. XRD confirmed the amorphous nature of the glasses synthesized. The vibrational spectroscopy assessment consistently exhibited the IR- and Raman-active bands characteristic of phosphate glasses, showing no significant variation with PdO codoping. The DSC analysis revealed all glasses possessed high thermal stability assessed by the differences (ΔT = Tg - Tx ≥ 154 °C) between glass transition temperatures (Tg) and onset of crystallization (Tx). A tendency of the Tg values to increase with PdO contents was however exhibited. In addition, specific enthalpies of crystallization showed magnitudes decreasing with increasing PdO concentration, thus suggesting crystallization suppression by Pd2+. Concerning the optical properties, it was observed that codoping the glasses with PdO (0.1-0.3 mol %) led to the development of the visible Pd2+ d-d absorption band (peak ≈415-410 nm). In addition, drastic PL quenching of the Tm3+ blue emission around 452 nm (1D2 → 3F4 transition) was induced by Pd2+. Analyzing PL decay curves obtained by exciting Tm3+ ions at 359 nm while monitoring 452 nm emission revealed decreased 1D2 state lifetimes. Thus, a potential of Tm3+ for analytical sensing of Pd2+ in various matrices was suggested. Ultimately determining quenching constants from the PL data and based on the comparison of results from emission intensity and decay rates, likely Tm3+ → Pd2+ energy transfer processes underlying the PL quenching were proposed.
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- José A Jiménez
- Department of Chemistry & Physics, Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia30904, United States.,Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, Georgia30460, United States
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- Department of Chemistry & Physics, Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia30904, United States
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Ouyang Q, Wang B, Ahmad W, Yang Y, Chen Q. Development of cobalt oxyhydroxide-aptamer-based upconversion sensing nano-system for the rapid detection of Staphylococcus aureus. Anal Bioanal Chem 2022; 414:8179-8189. [PMID: 36197461 DOI: 10.1007/s00216-022-04352-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2022] [Revised: 09/13/2022] [Accepted: 09/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) is a common pathogen that is dangerous to humans' health. Herein, a novel upconversion fluorescent biosensor based on fluorescence resonance energy transfer from aptamer-labeled upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs-apt) as donor and cobalt oxyhydroxide (CoOOH) nanosheets as acceptor was designed to detect S. aureus in complex matrices. The principle of the work relies on fluorescence resonance energy transfer as UCNPs-apt can self-assemble on CoOOH nanosheet surfaces by van der Waals forces to effectively quench the fluorescence. When S. aureus was added, the aptamer was able to preferentially capture the target, resulting in the dissociation of donor and acceptor and the recovery of fluorescence. The structure and morphology of the nanostructures were assigned in detail by a series of characterizations, and the energy transfer mechanism was evaluated by time-resolved lifetime measurements. Under the optimal conditions, a linear calibration plot was obtained in a concentration range of 45-4.5 × 106 CFU/mL with a limit of detection of 15 CFU/mL. In addition, the proposed biosensor was used for S. aureus detection in real samples (e.g., pork, beef), and the detection result showed no significant difference (p > 0.05) compared with the conventional plate count approach. Hence, the fabricated biosensor holds a potential application for S. aureus in food analysis and public health.
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- Qin Ouyang
- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, People's Republic of China.
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, People's Republic of China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, People's Republic of China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, People's Republic of China
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- School of Food and Biological Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, People's Republic of China.
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Malhotra K, Fuku R, Kumar B, Hrovat D, Van Houten J, Piunno PAE, Gunning PT, Krull UJ. Unlocking Long-Term Stability of Upconversion Nanoparticles with Biocompatible Phosphonate-Based Polymer Coatings. NANO LETTERS 2022; 22:7285-7293. [PMID: 36067362 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.2c00437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Achieving long-term (>3 months) colloidal stability of upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) in biologically relevant buffers has been a major challenge, which has severely limited practical implementation of UCNPs in bioimaging and nanomedicine applications. To address this challenge, nine unique copolymers formulations were prepared and evaluated as UCNP overcoatings. These polymers consisted of a poly(isobutylene-alt-maleic anhydride) (PIMA) backbone functionalized with different ratios and types of phosphonate anchoring groups and poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) moieties. The syntheses were done as simple, one-pot nucleophilic addition reactions. These copolymers were subsequently coated onto NaYF4:Yb3+,Er3+ UCNPs, and colloidal stability was evaluated in 1 × PBS, 10 × PBS, and other buffers. UCNP colloidal stability improved (up to 4 months) when coated with copolymers containing greater proportions of anchoring groups and higher phosphonate valences. Furthermore, small molecules could be conjugated to these overcoated UCNPs by use of copper-free click chemistry, as was done to demonstrate suitability for sensor and bioprobe development.
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- Karan Malhotra
- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5L 1C6
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5L 1C6
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5L 1C6
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5L 1C6
- Gunning Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5L 1C6
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5L 1C6
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5L 1C6
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- Gunning Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5L 1C6
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- Chemical Sensors Group, Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences, University of Toronto Mississauga, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5L 1C6
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Quantum-Dot-Bead-Based Fluorescence-Linked Immunosorbent Assay for Sensitive Detection of Cry2A Toxin in Cereals Using Nanobodies. Foods 2022; 11:foods11182780. [PMID: 36140908 PMCID: PMC9497650 DOI: 10.3390/foods11182780] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2022] [Revised: 08/21/2022] [Accepted: 08/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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In this study, a quantum-dot-bead (QB)-based fluorescence-linked immunosorbent assay (FLISA) using nanobodies was established for sensitive determination of the Cry2A toxin in cereal. QBs were used as the fluorescent probe and conjugated with a Cry2A polyclonal antibody. An anti-Cry2A nanobody P2 was expressed and used as the capture antibody. The results revealed that the low detection limit of the developed QB-FLISA was 0.41 ng/mL, which had a 19-times higher sensitivity than the traditional colorimetric ELISA. The proposed assay exhibited a high specificity for the Cry2A toxin, and it had no evident cross-reactions with other Cry toxins. The recoveries of Cry2A from the spiked cereal sample ranged from 86.6–117.3%, with a coefficient of variation lower than 9%. Moreover, sample analysis results of the QB-FLISA and commercial ELISA kit correlated well with each other. These results indicated that the developed QB-FLISA provides a potential approach for the sensitive determination of the Cry2A toxin in cereals.
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Kumar J, Roy I. Highly Selective and Sensitive Ratiometric Detection of Sn 2+ Ions Using NIR-Excited Rhodamine-B-Linked Upconversion Nanophosphors. ACS OMEGA 2022; 7:29840-29849. [PMID: 36061706 PMCID: PMC9434793 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.2c02671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2022] [Accepted: 08/04/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Detection of Sn2+ ions in environmental and biological samples is essential owing to the toxicological risk posed by excess use tin worldwide. Herein, we have designed a nanoprobe involving upconversion nanophosphors linked with a rhodamine-based fluorophore, which is selectively sensitive to the presence of Sn2+ ions. Upon excitation with near-infrared (NIR) light, the green emission of the nanophosphor is reabsorbed by the fluorophore with an efficiency that varies directly with the concentration of the Sn2+ ions. We have explored this NIR-excited fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET) process for the quantitative and ratiometric detection of Sn2+ ions in an aqueous phase. We have observed an excellent linear correlation between the ratiometric emission signal variation and the Sn2+ ion concentration in the lower micromolar range. The detection limit of Sn2+ ions observed using our FRET-based nanoprobe is about 10 times lower than that observed using other colorimetric or fluorescence-based techniques. Due to the minimal autofluorescence and great penetration depth of NIR light, this method is ideally suited for the selective and ultrasensitive detection of Sn2+ ions in complex biological or environmental samples.
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DNA nanomachine activation and Zn2+ imaging in living cells with single NIR irradiation. Anal Chim Acta 2022; 1221:340149. [DOI: 10.1016/j.aca.2022.340149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2022] [Revised: 06/26/2022] [Accepted: 07/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Borse S, Rafique R, Murthy ZVP, Park TJ, Kailasa SK. Applications of upconversion nanoparticles in analytical and biomedical sciences: a review. Analyst 2022; 147:3155-3179. [PMID: 35730445 DOI: 10.1039/d1an02170b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Lanthanide-doped upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) have gained more attention from researchers due to their unique properties of photon conversion from an excitation/incident wavelength to a more suitable emission wavelength at a designated site, thus improving the scope in the life sciences field. Due to their fascinating and unique optical properties, UCNPs offer attractive opportunities in theranostics for early diagnostics and treatment of deadly diseases such as cancer. Also, several efforts have been made on emerging approaches for the fabrication and surface functionalization of luminescent UCNPs in optical biosensing applications using various infrared excitation wavelengths. In this review, we discussed the recent advancements of UCNP-based analytical chemistry approaches for sensing and theranostics using a 980 nm laser as the excitation source. The key analytical merits of UNCP-integrated fluorescence analytical approaches for assaying a wide variety of target analytes are discussed. We have described the mechanisms of the upconversion (UC) process, and the application of surface-modified UCNPs for in vitro/in vivo bioimaging, photodynamic therapy (PDT), and photothermal therapy (PTT). Based on the latest scientific achievements, the advantages and disadvantages of UCNPs in biomedical and optical applications are also discussed to overcome the shortcomings and to improve the future study directions. This review delivers beneficial practical information of UCNPs in the past few years, and insights into their research in various fields are also discussed precisely.
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- Shraddha Borse
- Department of Chemistry, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat - 395007, Gujarat, India.
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- Department of Chemistry, Research Institute of Chem-Bio Diagnostic Technology, Chung-Ang University, 84 Heukseok-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul 06974, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Research Institute of Chem-Bio Diagnostic Technology, Chung-Ang University, 84 Heukseok-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul 06974, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Chemistry, Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat - 395007, Gujarat, India.
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Chen H, Ding B, Ma P, Lin J. Recent progress in upconversion nanomaterials for emerging optical biological applications. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2022; 188:114414. [PMID: 35809867 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2022.114414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Revised: 06/19/2022] [Accepted: 06/26/2022] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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The recent advances of upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) have made them the ideal "partner" for a variety of biological applications. In this review, we describe the emerging biological optical applications of UCNPs, focus on their potential therapeutic advantages. Firstly, we briefly review the development and mechanisms of upconversion luminescence, including organic and inorganic UCNPs. Next, in the section on UCNPs for imaging and detection, we list the development of UCNPs in visualization, temperature sensing, and detection. In the section on therapy, recent results are described concerning optogenetics and neurotherapy. Tumor therapy is another major part of this section, including the synergistic application of phototherapy such as photoimmunotherapy. In a special section, we briefly cover the integration of UCNPs in therapeutics. Finally, we present our understanding of the limitations and prospects of applications of UCNPs in biological fields, hoping to provide a more comprehensive understanding of UCNPs and attract more attention.
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- Hao Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun 130022, China; School of Applied Chemistry and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun 130022, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun 130022, China; School of Applied Chemistry and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun 130022, China; School of Applied Chemistry and Engineering, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230026, China.
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Rodrigues EM, Calvert ND, Crawford JC, Liu N, Shuhendler AJ, Hemmer E. Phytoglycogen Encapsulation of Lanthanide-Based Nanoparticles as an Optical Imaging Platform with Therapeutic Potential. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2022; 18:e2107130. [PMID: 35560500 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202107130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2021] [Revised: 04/23/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Lanthanide-based upconverting nanoparticles (UCNPs) are largely sought-after for biomedical applications ranging from bioimaging to therapy. A straightforward strategy is proposed here using the naturally sourced polymer phytoglycogen to coencapsulate UCNPs with hydrophobic photosensitizers as an optical imaging platform and light-induced therapeutic agents. The resulting multifunctional sub-micrometer-sized luminescent beads are shown to be cytocompatible as carrier materials, which encourages the assessment of their potential in biomedical applications. The loading of UCNPs of various elemental compositions enables multicolor hyperspectral imaging of the UCNP-loaded beads, endowing these materials with the potential to serve as luminescent tags for multiplexed imaging or simultaneous detection of different moieties under near-infrared (NIR) excitation. Coencapsulation of UCNPs and Rose Bengal opens the door for potential application of these microcarriers for collagen crosslinking. Alternatively, coloading UCNPs with Chlorin e6 enables NIR-light triggered generation of reactive oxygen species. Overall, the developed encapsulation methodology offers a straightforward and noncytotoxic strategy yielding water-dispersible UCNPs while preserving their bright and color-tunable upconversion emission that would allow them to fulfill their potential as multifunctional platforms for biomedical applications.
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- Emille M Rodrigues
- Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, 10 Marie Curie Private, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, 10 Marie Curie Private, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5, Canada
- University of Ottawa Heart Institute, University of Ottawa, 501 Smyth Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 4W7, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, 10 Marie Curie Private, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, 10 Marie Curie Private, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, 10 Marie Curie Private, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5, Canada
- University of Ottawa Heart Institute, University of Ottawa, 501 Smyth Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 4W7, Canada
- Centre for Advanced Materials Research (CAMaR), University of Ottawa, 25 Templeton, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6X1, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences, University of Ottawa, 10 Marie Curie Private, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6N5, Canada
- Centre for Advanced Materials Research (CAMaR), University of Ottawa, 25 Templeton, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 6X1, Canada
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Han X, Zhou L, Zhuang H, Wei P, Li F, Jiang L, Yi T. Hybrid Mesoporous MnO 2-Upconversion Nanoparticles for Image-Guided Lung Cancer Spinal Metastasis Therapy. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:18031-18042. [PMID: 35426297 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.1c22322] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) and MnO2 composite materials have broad prospects in biological applications due to their near-infrared (NIR) imaging capability and tumor microenvironment-responsive features. Nevertheless, the synthesis of such composite nanoplatforms still faces many hurdles such as redundant processing and uneven coatings. Here, we explored a simple, rapid, and universal method for precisely controlled coating of mesoporous MnO2 (mMnO2) using poly(ethylene imine) as a reducing agent and potassium permanganate as a manganese source. Using this strategy, a mMnO2 shell was successfully coated on UCNPs. We further modified the mMnO2-coated UCNPs (UCNP@mMnO2) with a photosensitizer (Ce6), cisplatin drug (DSP), and tumor targeting pentapeptide (TFA) to obtain a nanoplatform UCNP/Ce6@mMnO2/DSP-TFA for treating spinal metastasis of nonsmall cell lung cancer (NSCLC-SM). The utilization of both upconversion and downconversion luminescence of UCNPs with different NIR wavelengths can avoid the simultaneous initiation of NIR-II in vivo imaging and tumor photodynamic therapy, thus reducing damage to normal tissues. This platform achieved a high synergistic effect of photodynamic therapy and chemotherapy. This leads to beneficial antitumor effects on the therapy of NSCLC-SM.
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- Xuemin Han
- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Nano-Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine, College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, P. R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P. R. China
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- Departments of Rehabilitation, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Chemistry, Fudan University, Shanghai 200438, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Nano-Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine, College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Department of Chemistry, Fudan University, Shanghai 200438, P. R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory for Modification of Chemical Fibers and Polymer Materials, Shanghai Engineering Research Center of Nano-Biomaterials and Regenerative Medicine, College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, P. R. China
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Recent advances in chromophore-assembled upconversion nanoprobes for chemo/biosensing. Trends Analyt Chem 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.trac.2022.116602] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Advances in nanomaterial-based microfluidic platforms for on-site detection of foodborne bacteria. Trends Analyt Chem 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.trac.2021.116509] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Singh S, Numan A, Cinti S. Point-of-Care for Evaluating Antimicrobial Resistance through the Adoption of Functional Materials. Anal Chem 2022; 94:26-40. [PMID: 34802244 PMCID: PMC8756393 DOI: 10.1021/acs.analchem.1c03856] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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- Sima Singh
- IES
Institute of Pharmacy, IES University Campus, Kalkheda, Ratibad Main Road, Bhopal 462044, Madhya Pradesh, India
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- Graphene
& Advanced 2D Materials Research Group (GAMRG), School of Engineering
and Technology, Sunway University, 5, Jalan University, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Petaling
Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department
of Pharmacy, University of Naples “Federico
II”, Via D. Montesano 49, 80131 Naples, Italy
- BAT
Center−Interuniversity Center for Studies on Bioinspired Agro-Environmental
Technology, University of Napoli Federico
II, 80055 Naples, Italy
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Huang X, Sheng W, Chen H, Zhang B, Huang N, Wang S. Upconversion Nanoparticles-Based Fluorescence Immunoassay for the Sensitive Detection of 2-Amino-3-methylimidazo [4,5-f] Quinoline (IQ) in Heat Processed Meat. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2021; 22:8. [PMID: 35009550 PMCID: PMC8747629 DOI: 10.3390/s22010008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2021] [Revised: 12/15/2021] [Accepted: 12/16/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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A competitive fluorescence immunoassay for the quantitative detection of 2-amino-3-methylimidazo [4,5-f] quinoline (IQ) in pan-fried meat patties was developed, using magnetic nanoparticles coupled with coating antigen as the capture probe and anti-IQ antibody coupled with NaYF4: Yb, Er upconversion nanoparticles as the signal probe. Under optimal conditionals, the wide detection range for IQ in phosphate buffer saline is from 0.01 to 100 μg·L-1 (R2 = 0.991) with a detection limit of 0.007 μg·L-1. This proposed method has been applied to detect IQ in two different types of pan-fried meat patties at varying frying times, and the IQ content in chicken patties and fish patties are 2.11-3.47 μg·kg-1 and 1.35-2.85 μg·kg-1, respectively. These results are consistent with that of the ultraperformance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry. In summary, this method can serve as a sensitive and specific test tool for the determination of IQ in processed meat.
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- Xufang Huang
- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, China; (X.H.); (H.C.); (B.Z.); (N.H.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, China; (X.H.); (H.C.); (B.Z.); (N.H.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, China; (X.H.); (H.C.); (B.Z.); (N.H.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, China; (X.H.); (H.C.); (B.Z.); (N.H.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin 300457, China; (X.H.); (H.C.); (B.Z.); (N.H.)
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Food Science and Health, School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, China
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Xie A, Tsvetkova I, Liu Y, Ye X, Hewavitharanage P, Dragnea B, Cadena-Nava RD. Hydrophobic Cargo Encapsulation into Virus Protein Cages by Self-Assembly in an Aprotic Organic Solvent. Bioconjug Chem 2021; 32:2366-2376. [PMID: 34730939 DOI: 10.1021/acs.bioconjchem.1c00420] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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While extensive studies of virus capsid assembly in environments mimicking in vivo conditions have led to an understanding of the thermodynamic driving forces at work, applying this knowledge to virus assembly in other solvents than aqueous buffers has not been attempted yet. In this study, Brome mosaic virus (BMV) capsid proteins were shown to preserve their self-assembly abilities in an aprotic polar solvent, dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO). This facilitated protein cage encapsulation of nanoparticles and dye molecules that favor organic solvents, such as β-NaYF4-based upconversion nanoparticles and BODIPY dye. Assembly was found to be robust relative to a surprisingly broad range of DMSO concentrations. Cargos with poor initial stability in aqueous solutions were readily encapsulated at high DMSO concentrations and then transferred to aqueous solvents, where they remained stable and preserved their function for months.
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- Amberly Xie
- Department of Chemistry, Indiana University, 800 E Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, Indiana 47405, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Indiana University, 800 E Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, Indiana 47405, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Indiana University, 800 E Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, Indiana 47405, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Indiana University, 800 E Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, Indiana 47405, United States
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- Chemistry Department, University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Boulevard, Evansville, Indiana 47712, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Indiana University, 800 E Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, Indiana 47405, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Indiana University, 800 E Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, Indiana 47405, United States
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Li T, Dong H, Hao Y, Zhang Y, Chen S, Xu M, Zhou Y. Near‐infrared Responsive Photoelectrochemical Biosensors. ELECTROANAL 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/elan.202100355] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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- Ting Li
- Key Laboratory of Theoretical Organic Chemistry and Functional Molecule, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Hunan University of Science and Technology Xiangtan 411201 China
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Biomolecular Recognition and Sensing, Henan Joint International Research Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Early Diagnosis of Major Diseases, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Shangqiu Normal University Shangqiu 476000 China
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- Key Laboratory of Theoretical Organic Chemistry and Functional Molecule, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Hunan University of Science and Technology Xiangtan 411201 China
- Henan Key Laboratory of Biomolecular Recognition and Sensing, Henan Joint International Research Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Early Diagnosis of Major Diseases, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Shangqiu Normal University Shangqiu 476000 China
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Biomolecular Recognition and Sensing, Henan Joint International Research Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Early Diagnosis of Major Diseases, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Shangqiu Normal University Shangqiu 476000 China
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- Key Laboratory of Theoretical Organic Chemistry and Functional Molecule, Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Hunan University of Science and Technology Xiangtan 411201 China
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Biomolecular Recognition and Sensing, Henan Joint International Research Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Early Diagnosis of Major Diseases, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Shangqiu Normal University Shangqiu 476000 China
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Biomolecular Recognition and Sensing, Henan Joint International Research Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Early Diagnosis of Major Diseases, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Shangqiu Normal University Shangqiu 476000 China
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Kandrashkin YE, van der Est A. Enhanced Intersystem Crossing due to Resonant Energy Transfer to a Remote Spin. J Phys Chem Lett 2021; 12:7312-7318. [PMID: 34319743 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpclett.1c02032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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A new mechanism for enhanced intersystem crossing in coupled three-spin systems consisting of a chromophore and an attached radical is proposed. It is shown that if the unpaired electron of the radical experiences spin-orbit coupling and different exchange interactions with the two unpaired electron spins of the chromophore, energy transfer from the chromophore to the radical can occur together with singlet-triplet intersystem crossing in the chromophore. The efficiency of this process increases dramatically when the electronic excitation of the radical is resonant with the S1-T1 energy gap of the chromophore. The types of systems in which this resonance could be achieved are discussed, and it is suggested that the mechanism could result in improved sensitization in near-IR emitting lanthanide dyes.
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- Yuri E Kandrashkin
- Zavoisky Physical-Technical Institute, FRC Kazan Scientific Center of RAS, Kazan 420029, Russian Federation
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- Department of Chemistry Brock University, St. Catharines, ON L2S 3A1, Canada
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