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Yang X, He M, Li Y, Qiu T, Zuo J, Jin Y, Fan J, Sun W, Peng X. Charge-reversal polymeric nanomodulators for ferroptosis-enhanced photodynamic therapy. J Mater Chem B 2024; 12:7113-7121. [PMID: 38919138 DOI: 10.1039/d4tb00616j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/27/2024]
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The clinical application of photodynamic therapy (PDT) has some limitations including poor tumor targeting properties, a high reductive tumor microenvironment, and inefficient activation of single cell death machinery. We herein report pH-sensitive polymeric nanomodulators (NBS-PDMC NPs) for ferroptosis-enhanced photodynamic therapy. NBS-PDMC NPs were constructed using a positively charged type-I photosensitizer (NBS) coordinated with a demethylcantharidin (DMC)-decorated block copolymer via electrostatic interactions. NBS-PDMC NPs had a negative surface charge, which ensures their high stability in bloodstream circulation, while exposure to lysosomal acidic environments reverses their surface charge to positive for tumor penetration and the release of DMC and NBS. Under NIR light irradiation, NBS generated ROS to induce cell damage; in the meantime, DMC inhibited the expression of the GPX4 protein in tumor cells and promoted ferroptosis of tumor cells. This polymer design concept provides some novel insights into smart drug delivery and combinational action to amplify the antitumor effect.
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- Xuelong Yang
- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Frontiers Science Center for Smart Materials Oriented Chemical Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Frontiers Science Center for Smart Materials Oriented Chemical Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Frontiers Science Center for Smart Materials Oriented Chemical Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Frontiers Science Center for Smart Materials Oriented Chemical Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Frontiers Science Center for Smart Materials Oriented Chemical Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Frontiers Science Center for Smart Materials Oriented Chemical Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Frontiers Science Center for Smart Materials Oriented Chemical Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
- Ningbo Institute of Dalian University of Technology, Ningbo 315016, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Frontiers Science Center for Smart Materials Oriented Chemical Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
- Ningbo Institute of Dalian University of Technology, Ningbo 315016, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fine Chemicals, Frontiers Science Center for Smart Materials Oriented Chemical Engineering, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian 116024, China
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Liu H, Lu HH, Alp Y, Wu R, Thayumanavan S. Structural Determinants of Stimuli-Responsiveness in Amphiphilic Macromolecular Nano-assemblies. Prog Polym Sci 2024; 148:101765. [PMID: 38476148 PMCID: PMC10927256 DOI: 10.1016/j.progpolymsci.2023.101765] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/14/2024]
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Stimuli-responsive nano-assemblies from amphiphilic macromolecules could undergo controlled structural transformations and generate diverse macroscopic phenomenon under stimuli. Due to the controllable responsiveness, they have been applied for broad material and biomedical applications, such as biologics delivery, sensing, imaging, and catalysis. Understanding the mechanisms of the assembly-disassembly processes and structural determinants behind the responsive properties is fundamentally important for designing the next generation of nano-assemblies with programmable responsiveness. In this review, we focus on structural determinants of assemblies from amphiphilic macromolecules and their macromolecular level alterations under stimuli, such as the disruption of hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB), depolymerization, decrosslinking, and changes of molecular packing in assemblies, which eventually lead to a series of macroscopic phenomenon for practical purposes. Applications of stimuli-responsive nano-assemblies in delivery, sensing and imaging were also summarized based on their structural features. We expect this review could provide readers an overview of the structural considerations in the design and applications of nanoassemblies and incentivize more explorations in stimuli-responsive soft matters.
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- Hongxu Liu
- College of Polymer Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Polymer Materials Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610065 P. R. China
- Department of Chemistry, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, Massachusetts 01003, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, Massachusetts 01003, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, Massachusetts 01003, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, Massachusetts 01003, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, Massachusetts 01003, United States
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Massachusetts 01003, United States
- Center for Bioactive Delivery, Institute for Applied Life Sciences, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Massachusetts 01003, United States
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Zhao Z, Wu Y, Liang X, Liu J, Luo Y, Zhang Y, Li T, Liu C, Luo X, Chen J, Wang Y, Wang S, Wu T, Zhang S, Yang D, Li W, Yan J, Ke Z, Luo F. Sonodynamic Therapy of NRP2 Monoclonal Antibody-Guided MOFs@COF Targeted Disruption of Mitochondrial and Endoplasmic Reticulum Homeostasis to Induce Autophagy-Dependent Ferroptosis. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2023; 10:e2303872. [PMID: 37661565 PMCID: PMC10602529 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202303872] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2023] [Revised: 08/24/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023]
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The lethality and chemotherapy resistance of pancreatic cancer necessitates the urgent development of innovative strategies to improve patient outcomes. To address this issue, we designed a novel drug delivery system named GDMCN2,which uses iron-based metal organic framework (Fe-MOF) nanocages encased in a covalent organic framework (COF) and modified with the pancreatic cancer-specific antibody, NRP2. After being targeted into tumor cells, GDMCN2 gradually release the sonosensitizer sinoporphyrin sodium (DVDMS) and chemotherapeutic gemcitabine (GEM) and simultaneously generated reactive oxygen species (ROS) under ultrasound (US) irradiation. This system can overcome gemcitabine resistance in pancreatic cancer and reduce its toxicity to non-targeted cells and tissues. In a mechanistic cascade, the release of ROS activates the mitochondrial transition pore (MPTP), leading to the release of Ca2+ and induction of endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress. Therefore, microtubule-associated protein 1A/1B-light chain 3 (LC3) is activated, promoting lysosomal autophagy. This process also induces autophagy-dependent ferroptosis, aided by the upregulation of Nuclear Receptor Coactivator 4 (NCOA4). This mechanism increases the sensitivity of pancreatic cancer cells to chemotherapeutic drugs and increases mitochondrial and DNA damage. The findings demonstrate the potential of GDMCN2 nanocages as a new avenue for the development of cancer therapeutics.
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- Zhiyu Zhao
- Cancer Research CenterSchool of MedicineXiamen UniversityXiamen361000P.R. China
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- School of Science and EngineeringShenzhen Key Laboratory of Innovative Drug SynthesisThe Chinese University of Hong KongShenzhen518172P.R. China
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- Environmental ToxicologyUniversity of CaliforniaRiversideCalifornia92507USA
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- Cancer Research CenterSchool of MedicineXiamen UniversityXiamen361000P.R. China
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- School of Basic MedicineSchool of Clinical MedicineFujian Medical UniversityFuzhou350122P.R. China
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- Cancer Research CenterSchool of MedicineXiamen UniversityXiamen361000P.R. China
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- Cancer Research CenterSchool of MedicineXiamen UniversityXiamen361000P.R. China
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- Cancer Research CenterSchool of MedicineXiamen UniversityXiamen361000P.R. China
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- Cancer Research CenterSchool of MedicineXiamen UniversityXiamen361000P.R. China
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- School of Basic MedicineSchool of Clinical MedicineFujian Medical UniversityFuzhou350122P.R. China
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- Cancer Research CenterSchool of MedicineXiamen UniversityXiamen361000P.R. China
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- Cancer Research CenterSchool of MedicineXiamen UniversityXiamen361000P.R. China
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- Cancer Research CenterSchool of MedicineXiamen UniversityXiamen361000P.R. China
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- Shanghai Guangsheng Biopharmaceutical Co., LtdShanghai200120P.R. China
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- Cancer Research CenterSchool of MedicineXiamen UniversityXiamen361000P.R. China
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- Cancer Research CenterSchool of MedicineXiamen UniversityXiamen361000P.R. China
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- Cancer Research CenterSchool of MedicineXiamen UniversityXiamen361000P.R. China
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- School of Science and EngineeringShenzhen Key Laboratory of Innovative Drug SynthesisThe Chinese University of Hong KongShenzhen518172P.R. China
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- Cancer Research CenterSchool of MedicineXiamen UniversityXiamen361000P.R. China
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Paresishvili T, Kakabadze Z. Challenges and Opportunities Associated With Drug Delivery for the Treatment of Solid Tumors. Oncol Rev 2023; 17:10577. [PMID: 37711860 PMCID: PMC10497757 DOI: 10.3389/or.2023.10577] [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: 04/14/2022] [Accepted: 08/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/16/2023] Open
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In this review, we discuss the effectiveness of drug delivery system based on metal nanoparticles, and also, describe the problems associated with their delivery to tumor cells. Throughout recent years, more reports have appeared in the literature that demonstrate promising results for the treatment of various types of cancer using metal-based nanoparticles. Due to their unique physical and chemical properties, metal nanoparticles are effectively being used for the delivery of drug to the tumor cells, for cancer diagnosis and treatment. They can also be synthesized allowing the control of size and shape. However, the effectiveness of the metal nanoparticles for cancer treatment largely depends on their stability, biocompatibility, and ability to selectively affect tumor cells after their systemic or local administration. Another major problem associated with metal nanoparticles is their ability to overcome tumor tissue barriers such as atypical blood vessel structure, dense and rigid extracellular matrix, and high pressure of tumor interstitial fluid. The review also describes the design of tumor drug delivery systems that are based on metal nanoparticles. The mechanism of action of metal nanoparticles on cancer cells is also discussed. Considering the therapeutic safety and toxicity of metal nanoparticles, the prospects for their use for future clinical applications are being currently reviewed.
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- Teona Paresishvili
- Department of Clinical Anatomy, Tbilisi State Medical University, Tbilisi, Georgia
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Baochai L, Bakar AA, Mohamad Z. An overview of the recent advances in flame retarded poly(lactic acid). POLYM ADVAN TECHNOL 2023. [DOI: 10.1002/pat.5990] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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- Li Baochai
- Department of Bioprocess and Polymer Engineering Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Johor Bahru Malaysia
- Department of Applied Chemistry Hengshui University Hengshui China
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- Department of Bioprocess and Polymer Engineering Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Johor Bahru Malaysia
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- Department of Bioprocess and Polymer Engineering Faculty of Chemical and Energy Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Johor Bahru Malaysia
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Jin GW, Rejinold NS, Choy JH. Multifunctional Polymeric Micelles for Cancer Therapy. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14224839. [PMID: 36432965 PMCID: PMC9696676 DOI: 10.3390/polym14224839] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2022] [Revised: 11/05/2022] [Accepted: 11/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Polymeric micelles, nanosized assemblies of amphiphilic polymers with a core-shell architecture, have been used as carriers for various therapeutic compounds. They have gained attention due to specific properties such as their capacity to solubilize poorly water-soluble drugs, biocompatibility, and the ability to accumulate in tumor via enhanced permeability and retention (EPR). Moreover, additional functionality can be provided to the micelles by a further modification. For example, micelle surface modification with targeting ligands allows a specific targeting and enhanced tumor accumulation. The introduction of stimuli-sensitive groups leads to the drug's release in response to environment change. This review highlights the progress in the development of multifunctional polymeric micelles in the field of cancer therapy. This review will also cover some examples of multifunctional polymeric micelles that are applied for tumor imaging and theragnosis.
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- Geun-Woo Jin
- Intelligent Nanohybrid Materials Laboratory (INML), Institute of Tissue Regeneration Engineering (ITREN), Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Korea
- R & D Center, CnPharm Co., Ltd., Seoul 03759, Korea
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- R & D Center, CnPharm Co., Ltd., Seoul 03759, Korea
- Division of Natural Sciences, The National Academy of Sciences, Seoul 06579, Korea
- Department of Pre-Medical Course, College of Medicine, Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Korea
- International Research Frontier Initiative (IRFI), Institute of Innovative Research, Tokyo Institute of Technology, Yokohama 226-8503, Japan
- Correspondence:
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Huang Y, Lai H, Jiang J, Xu X, Zeng Z, Ren L, Liu Q, Chen M, Zhang T, Ding X, Zhao C, Cui S. pH-activatable oxidative stress amplifying dissolving microneedles for combined chemo-photodynamic therapy of Melanoma. Asian J Pharm Sci 2022; 17:679-696. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ajps.2022.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2022] [Revised: 07/26/2022] [Accepted: 08/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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