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Jiang Y, Li Y. Nutrition Intervention and Microbiome Modulation in the Management of Breast Cancer. Nutrients 2024; 16:2644. [PMID: 39203781 PMCID: PMC11356826 DOI: 10.3390/nu16162644] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2024] [Revised: 08/06/2024] [Accepted: 08/08/2024] [Indexed: 09/03/2024] Open
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Breast cancer (BC) is one of the most common cancers worldwide and a leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women. The escalating incidence of BC underscores the necessity of multi-level treatment. BC is a complex and heterogeneous disease involving many genetic, lifestyle, and environmental factors. Growing evidence suggests that nutrition intervention is an evolving effective prevention and treatment strategy for BC. In addition, the human microbiota, particularly the gut microbiota, is now widely recognized as a significant player contributing to health or disease status. It is also associated with the risk and development of BC. This review will focus on nutrition intervention in BC, including dietary patterns, bioactive compounds, and nutrients that affect BC prevention and therapeutic responses in both animal and human studies. Additionally, this paper examines the impacts of these nutrition interventions on modulating the composition and functionality of the gut microbiome, highlighting the microbiome-mediated mechanisms in BC. The combination treatment of nutrition factors and microbes is also discussed. Insights from this review paper emphasize the necessity of comprehensive BC management that focuses on the nutrition-microbiome axis.
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742, USA;
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Dourado D, Miranda JA, de Oliveira MC, Freire DT, Xavier-Júnior FH, Paredes-Gamero EJ, Alencar ÉDN. Recent Trends in Curcumin-Containing Inorganic-Based Nanoparticles Intended for In Vivo Cancer Therapy. Pharmaceutics 2024; 16:177. [PMID: 38399238 PMCID: PMC10891663 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16020177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2023] [Revised: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 01/24/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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Curcumin is a natural compound that has been widely investigated thanks to its various biological properties, including antiproliferative. This molecule acts on different cancers such as lung, breast, pancreatic, colorectal, etc. However, the bioactive actions of curcumin have limitations when its physicochemical properties compromise its pharmacological potential. As a therapeutic strategy against cancer, curcumin has been associated with inorganic nanoparticles. These nanocarriers are capable of delivering curcumin and offering physicochemical properties that synergistically enhance anticancer properties. This review highlights the different types of curcumin-based inorganic nanoparticles and discusses their physicochemical properties and in vivo anticancer activity in different models of cancer.
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- Douglas Dourado
- Department of Immunology, Aggeu Magalhães Institute (IAM), Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (FIOCRUZ), Recife 50670-420, PE, Brazil;
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- Department of Pharmacy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), Natal 59010-180, RN, Brazil; (J.A.M.); (M.C.d.O.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN), Natal 59010-180, RN, Brazil; (J.A.M.); (M.C.d.O.)
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food and Nutrition, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande 79070-900, MS, Brazil; (D.T.F.); (E.J.P.-G.)
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (BioTecFarm), Department of Pharmacy, Federal University of Paraíba (UFPB), João Pessoa 58051-900, PB, Brazil;
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food and Nutrition, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande 79070-900, MS, Brazil; (D.T.F.); (E.J.P.-G.)
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- College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food and Nutrition, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Campo Grande 79070-900, MS, Brazil; (D.T.F.); (E.J.P.-G.)
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Mai S, Inkielewicz-Stepniak I. Graphene Oxide Nanoparticles and Organoids: A Prospective Advanced Model for Pancreatic Cancer Research. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:1066. [PMID: 38256139 PMCID: PMC10817028 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25021066] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2023] [Revised: 01/02/2024] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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Pancreatic cancer, notorious for its grim 10% five-year survival rate, poses significant clinical challenges, largely due to late-stage diagnosis and limited therapeutic options. This review delves into the generation of organoids, including those derived from resected tissues, biopsies, pluripotent stem cells, and adult stem cells, as well as the advancements in 3D printing. It explores the complexities of the tumor microenvironment, emphasizing culture media, the integration of non-neoplastic cells, and angiogenesis. Additionally, the review examines the multifaceted properties of graphene oxide (GO), such as its mechanical, thermal, electrical, chemical, and optical attributes, and their implications in cancer diagnostics and therapeutics. GO's unique properties facilitate its interaction with tumors, allowing targeted drug delivery and enhanced imaging for early detection and treatment. The integration of GO with 3D cultured organoid systems, particularly in pancreatic cancer research, is critically analyzed, highlighting current limitations and future potential. This innovative approach has the promise to transform personalized medicine, improve drug screening efficiency, and aid biomarker discovery in this aggressive disease. Through this review, we offer a balanced perspective on the advancements and future prospects in pancreatic cancer research, harnessing the potential of organoids and GO.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Pathophysiology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Gdańsk, 80-210 Gdańsk, Poland;
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Imran H, Tang Y, Wang S, Yan X, Liu C, Guo L, Wang E, Xu C. Optimized DOX Drug Deliveries via Chitosan-Mediated Nanoparticles and Stimuli Responses in Cancer Chemotherapy: A Review. Molecules 2023; 29:31. [PMID: 38202616 PMCID: PMC10780101 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29010031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2023] [Revised: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 12/16/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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Chitosan nanoparticles (NPs) serve as useful multidrug delivery carriers in cancer chemotherapy. Chitosan has considerable potential in drug delivery systems (DDSs) for targeting tumor cells. Doxorubicin (DOX) has limited application due to its resistance and lack of specificity. Chitosan NPs have been used for DOX delivery because of their biocompatibility, biodegradability, drug encapsulation efficiency, and target specificity. In this review, various types of chitosan derivatives are discussed in DDSs to enhance the effectiveness of cancer treatments. Modified chitosan-DOX NP drug deliveries with other compounds also increase the penetration and efficiency of DOX against tumor cells. We also highlight the endogenous stimuli (pH, redox, enzyme) and exogenous stimuli (light, magnetic, ultrasound), and their positive effect on DOX drug delivery via chitosan NPs. Our study sheds light on the importance of chitosan NPs for DOX drug delivery in cancer treatment and may inspire the development of more effective approaches for cancer chemotherapy.
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- HafizMuhammad Imran
- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun 130062, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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Tian B, Hua S, Liu J. Multi-functional chitosan-based nanoparticles for drug delivery: Recent advanced insight into cancer therapy. Carbohydr Polym 2023; 315:120972. [PMID: 37230614 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2023.120972] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2023] [Revised: 04/26/2023] [Accepted: 04/29/2023] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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Cancer therapy continues to be a major global concern, with conventional treatments suffering from low efficacy, untargeted drug delivery, and severe side effects. Recent research in nanomedicine suggests that nanoparticles' unique physicochemical properties can be leveraged to surmount the limitations of conventional cancer treatment. Chitosan-based nanoparticles have gained significant attention due to their high drug-carrying capacity, non-toxicity, biocompatibility, and long circulation time. Chitosan is utilized in cancer therapies as a carrier to accurately deliver active ingredients to tumor sites. This review focuses on clinical studies and current market offerings of anticancer drugs. The unique nature of tumor microenvironments presents new opportunities for the development of smart drug delivery systems, and this review explores the design and preparation of chitosan-based smart nanoparticles. Further, we discuss the therapeutic efficacies of these nanoparticles based on various in vitro and in vivo findings. Finally, we present a forward-looking perspective on the challenges and prospects of chitosan-based nanoparticles in cancer therapy, intending to provide fresh ideas for advancing cancer treatment strategies.
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- Bingren Tian
- Institute of Medical Sciences, General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia 750004, China; Key Laboratory of Ningxia Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, Ningxia 750004, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences, University of Macau, Macao
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- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicine, Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences, University of Macau, Macao.
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Fakhri S, Moradi SZ, Faraji F, Farhadi T, Hesami O, Iranpanah A, Webber K, Bishayee A. Current advances in nanoformulations of therapeutic agents targeting tumor microenvironment to overcome drug resistance. Cancer Metastasis Rev 2023; 42:959-1020. [PMID: 37505336 DOI: 10.1007/s10555-023-10119-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2023] [Accepted: 06/13/2023] [Indexed: 07/29/2023]
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The tumor microenvironment (TME) plays a pivotal role in cancer development and progression. In this line, revealing the precise mechanisms of the TME and associated signaling pathways of tumor resistance could pave the road for cancer prevention and efficient treatment. The use of nanomedicine could be a step forward in overcoming the barriers in tumor-targeted therapy. Novel delivery systems benefit from enhanced permeability and retention effect, decreasing tumor resistance, reducing tumor hypoxia, and targeting tumor-associated factors, including immune cells, endothelial cells, and fibroblasts. Emerging evidence also indicates the engagement of multiple dysregulated mediators in the TME, such as matrix metalloproteinase, vascular endothelial growth factor, cytokines/chemokines, Wnt/β-catenin, Notch, Hedgehog, and related inflammatory and apoptotic pathways. Hence, investigating novel multitargeted agents using a novel delivery system could be a promising strategy for regulating TME and drug resistance. In recent years, small molecules from natural sources have shown favorable anticancer responses by targeting TME components. Nanoformulations of natural compounds are promising therapeutic agents in simultaneously targeting multiple dysregulated factors and mediators of TME, reducing tumor resistance mechanisms, overcoming interstitial fluid pressure and pericyte coverage, and involvement of basement membrane. The novel nanoformulations employ a vascular normalization strategy, stromal/matrix normalization, and stress alleviation mechanisms to exert higher efficacy and lower side effects. Accordingly, the nanoformulations of anticancer monoclonal antibodies and conventional chemotherapeutic agents also improved their efficacy and lessened the pharmacokinetic limitations. Additionally, the coadministration of nanoformulations of natural compounds along with conventional chemotherapeutic agents, monoclonal antibodies, and nanomedicine-based radiotherapy exhibits encouraging results. This critical review evaluates the current body of knowledge in targeting TME components by nanoformulation-based delivery systems of natural small molecules, monoclonal antibodies, conventional chemotherapeutic agents, and combination therapies in both preclinical and clinical settings. Current challenges, pitfalls, limitations, and future perspectives are also discussed.
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- Sajad Fakhri
- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, 6734667149, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, 6734667149, Iran
- Medical Biology Research Center, Health Technology Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, 6734667149, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Hamadan University of Medical Sciences, Hamadan, 6517838678, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, 6714415153, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, 6734667149, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, 6734667149, Iran
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, FL, 34211, USA
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- College of Osteopathic Medicine, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, FL, 34211, USA.
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Sadek AA, Abd-Elkareem M, Abdelhamid HN, Moustafa S, Hussein K. Repair of critical-sized bone defects in rabbit femurs using graphitic carbon nitride (g-C 3N 4) and graphene oxide (GO) nanomaterials. Sci Rep 2023; 13:5404. [PMID: 37012344 PMCID: PMC10070441 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-32487-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2023] [Indexed: 04/05/2023] Open
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Various biomaterials have been evaluated to enhance bone formation in critical-sized bone defects; however, the ideal scaffold is still missing. The objective of this study was to investigate the in vitro and in vivo regenerative capacity of graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) and graphene oxide (GO) nanomaterials to stimulate critical-sized bone defect regeneration. The in vitro cytotoxicity and hemocompatibility of g-C3N4 and GO were evaluated, and their potential to induce the in vitro osteogenesis of human fetal osteoblast (hFOB) cells was assessed using qPCR. Then, bone defect in femoral condyles was created in rabbits and left empty as control or filled with either g-C3N4 or GO. The osteogenesis of the different implanted scaffolds was evaluated after 4, 8, and 12 weeks of surgery using X-ray, computed tomography (CT), macro/microscopic examinations, and qPCR analysis of osteocalcin (OC) and osteopontin (OP) expressions. Both materials displayed good cell viability and hemocompatibility with enhanced collagen type-I (Col-I), OC, and OP expressions of the hFOB cells. Compared to the control group, the bone healing process in g-C3N4 and GO groups was promoted in vivo. Moreover, complete healing of the bone defect was observed radiologically and grossly in g-C3N4 implanted group. Additionally, g-C3N4 implanted group showed higher percentages of osteoid tissue, mature collagen, biodegradation, and expressions of OC and OP. In conclusion, our results revealed that g-C3N4 and GO nanomaterials could induce osteogenesis in critical-sized bone defects.
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- Ahmed Abdelrahiem Sadek
- Department of Surgery, Anesthesiology and Radiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, 71526, Egypt
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- Department of Cell and Tissues, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt
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- Advanced Multifunctional Materials Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt
- Proteomics Laboratory for Clinical Research and Materials Science, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt
- Nanotechnology Research Centre (NTRC), The British University in Egypt (BUE), Suez Desert Road, El-Sherouk City, 11837, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Surgery, Anesthesiology and Radiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, 71526, Egypt
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- Department of Surgery, Anesthesiology and Radiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Assiut University, Assiut, 71526, Egypt.
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Borzooee Moghadam N, Avatefi M, Karimi M, Mahmoudifard M. Graphene family in cancer therapy: recent progress in cancer gene/drug delivery applications. J Mater Chem B 2023; 11:2568-2613. [PMID: 36883982 DOI: 10.1039/d2tb01858f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/16/2023]
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In the past few years, the development in the construction and architecture of graphene based nanocomplexes has dramatically accelerated the use of nano-graphene for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes, fostering a new area of nano-cancer therapy. To be specific, nano-graphene is increasingly used in cancer therapy, where diagnosis and treatment are coupled to deal with the clinical difficulties and challenges of this lethal disease. As a distinct family of nanomaterials, graphene derivatives exhibit outstanding structural, mechanical, electrical, optical, and thermal capabilities. Concurrently, they can transport a wide variety of synthetic agents, including medicines and biomolecules, such as nucleic acid sequences (DNA and RNA). Herewith, we first provide an overview of the most effective functionalizing agents for graphene derivatives and afterward discuss the significant improvements in the gene and drug delivery composites based on graphene.
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- Negin Borzooee Moghadam
- Department of Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology, National Institute of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (NIGEB), Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology, National Institute of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (NIGEB), Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology, National Institute of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (NIGEB), Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology, National Institute of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (NIGEB), Tehran, Iran.
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Mor N, Raghav N. Design and development of carboxymethylcellulose ester of curcumin as sustained release delivery system in liver. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 231:123296. [PMID: 36649863 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.123296] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2022] [Revised: 11/07/2022] [Accepted: 01/12/2023] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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In the present work chemical transformation of carboxymethylcellulose with curcumin in ester form has led to the development of target specific sustained release delivery system for curcumin in presence of liver esterases. We here report synthesis, characterizations (FTIR, SEM and XRD) curcumin-carboxymethylcellulose ester (Cur-CMC ester) and its target specific hydrolysis to release curcumin. Cur-CMC ester has been found stable when simulated in-vitro in gastric fluid (pH 1.2) and in intestinal fluid (pH 6.8). On in-vitro simulation in liver homogenate curcumin is released from Cur-CMC ester after hydrolysis in a consistent amount (∼43 %) for 5 h. The release of curcumin from ester was highest at pH 8.0 in presence of liver enzymes. The present study suggested that modified CMC support can not only be used for the delivery of curcumin in liver but also acts as prodrug system and released free curcumin in presence of liver esterases.
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- Nitika Mor
- Department of Chemistry, Kurukshetra University Kurukshetra, 136119, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Kurukshetra University Kurukshetra, 136119, India.
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Nanoparticles loaded with pharmacologically active plant-derived natural products: Biomedical applications and toxicity. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2023; 225:113214. [PMID: 36893664 DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2023.113214] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2023] [Revised: 02/08/2023] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 03/09/2023]
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Pharmacologically active natural products have played a significant role in the history of drug development. They have acted as sources of therapeutic drugs for various diseases such as cancer and infectious diseases. However, most natural products suffer from poor water solubility and low bioavailability, limiting their clinical applications. The rapid development of nanotechnology has opened up new directions for applying natural products and numerous studies have explored the biomedical applications of nanomaterials loaded with natural products. This review covers the recent research on applying plant-derived natural products (PDNPs) nanomaterials, including nanomedicines loaded with flavonoids, non-flavonoid polyphenols, alkaloids, and quinones, especially their use in treating various diseases. Furthermore, some drugs derived from natural products can be toxic to the body, so the toxicity of them is discussed. This comprehensive review includes fundamental discoveries and exploratory advances in natural product-loaded nanomaterials that may be helpful for future clinical development.
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Pourmadadi M, Abbasi P, Eshaghi MM, Bakhshi A, Ezra Manicum AL, Rahdar A, Pandey S, Jadoun S, Díez-Pascual AM. Curcumin delivery and co-delivery based on nanomaterials as an effective approach for cancer therapy. J Drug Deliv Sci Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2022.103982] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Recent progress in two-dimensional nanomaterials for cancer theranostics. Coord Chem Rev 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ccr.2022.214654] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Ghasemzadeh F, Mohammadi M, Najafpour GD, Moghadamnia AA. Ursolic acid loaded β-cyclodextrin/folic acid/Fe3O4 nanocomplex for drug delivery to tumor cells. J Drug Deliv Sci Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2022.103412] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Antitumor Properties of Curcumin in Breast Cancer Based on Preclinical Studies: A Systematic Review. Cancers (Basel) 2022; 14:cancers14092165. [PMID: 35565294 PMCID: PMC9099919 DOI: 10.3390/cancers14092165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2022] [Revised: 04/14/2022] [Accepted: 04/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Simple Summary Natural formulations and phytotherapies have shown promising antitumor activities. This review assesses the antitumor effects of curcumin on breast cancer. In particular, we discuss the effects of curcumin on the proliferation, viability, and apoptosis of breast cancer cell lineages and tumor volume. Studies have shown that curcumin administered at different concentrations inhibited proliferation, decreased viability, and induced apoptosis in human and animal breast cancer cells. Nanoparticle formulations of curcumin administered orally, via implant, or intraperitoneally reduced the tumor volume of human and murine mammary cells in vivo. Moreover, curcumin nanoformulations facilitate tumor growth inhibition in animal models of breast cancer. Randomized clinical trials are warranted to assess the efficacy and safety of curcumin formulations for clinical use. Abstract Breast cancer is one of the most common neoplasms among women. Anticancer strategies using natural formulations and phytotherapies are promising antitumor treatment alternatives. This review assesses the antitumor effects of curcumin on breast cancer reported in preclinical in vitro and in vivo animal models. We used five databases to search for preclinical studies published up to May 2021. The assessments included the effects of curcumin on the proliferation, viability, and apoptosis of breast cancer cell lineages and on tumor volume. In total, 60 articles met the inclusion criteria. Curcumin administered at different concentrations and via different routes of administration inhibited proliferation, decreased viability, and induced apoptosis in human and animal breast cancer cells. Nanoparticle formulations of curcumin administered orally, via implant, and intraperitoneally reduced the tumor volume of human and murine mammary cells in vivo. Moreover, curcumin nanoformulations exert positive effects on tumor growth inhibition in animal models of breast cancer. Further randomized clinical trials are warranted to assess the efficacy and safety of curcumin formulations for clinical use.
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Oliveira AML, Machado M, Silva GA, Bitoque DB, Tavares Ferreira J, Pinto LA, Ferreira Q. Graphene Oxide Thin Films with Drug Delivery Function. NANOMATERIALS 2022; 12:nano12071149. [PMID: 35407267 PMCID: PMC9000550 DOI: 10.3390/nano12071149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2022] [Revised: 03/24/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Graphene oxide has been used in different fields of nanomedicine as a manager of drug delivery due to its inherent physical and chemical properties that allow its use in thin films with biomedical applications. Several studies demonstrated its efficacy in the control of the amount and the timely delivery of drugs when it is incorporated in multilayer films. It has been demonstrated that oxide graphene layers are able to work as drug delivery or just to delay consecutive drug dosage, allowing the operation of time-controlled systems. This review presents the latest research developments of biomedical applications using graphene oxide as the main component of a drug delivery system, with focus on the production and characterization of films, in vitro and in vivo assays, main applications of graphene oxide biomedical devices, and its biocompatibility properties.
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- Alexandra M. L. Oliveira
- Instituto de Telecomunicações, Avenida Rovisco Pais, 1049-001 Lisbon, Portugal;
- iNOVA4Health, CEDOC Chronic Diseases Research Centre, NOVA Medical School, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Campo Mártires da Pátria 130, 1169-056 Lisboa, Portugal; (G.A.S.); (D.B.B.)
- NOVA Medical School, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 1169-056 Lisbon, Portugal
- Correspondence: (A.M.L.O.); (Q.F.)
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- Instituto de Telecomunicações, Avenida Rovisco Pais, 1049-001 Lisbon, Portugal;
- iNOVA4Health, CEDOC Chronic Diseases Research Centre, NOVA Medical School, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Campo Mártires da Pátria 130, 1169-056 Lisboa, Portugal; (G.A.S.); (D.B.B.)
- NOVA Medical School, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 1169-056 Lisbon, Portugal
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- iNOVA4Health, CEDOC Chronic Diseases Research Centre, NOVA Medical School, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Campo Mártires da Pátria 130, 1169-056 Lisboa, Portugal; (G.A.S.); (D.B.B.)
- NOVA Medical School, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 1169-056 Lisbon, Portugal
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- iNOVA4Health, CEDOC Chronic Diseases Research Centre, NOVA Medical School, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Campo Mártires da Pátria 130, 1169-056 Lisboa, Portugal; (G.A.S.); (D.B.B.)
- NOVA Medical School, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, 1169-056 Lisbon, Portugal
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- Ophthalmology Department, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Lisboa Norte, 1649-035 Lisbon, Portugal; (J.T.F.); (L.A.P.)
- Visual Sciences Study Centre, Faculty of Medicine, Universidade de Lisboa, 1649-028 Lisbon, Portugal
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- Ophthalmology Department, Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Lisboa Norte, 1649-035 Lisbon, Portugal; (J.T.F.); (L.A.P.)
- Visual Sciences Study Centre, Faculty of Medicine, Universidade de Lisboa, 1649-028 Lisbon, Portugal
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- Instituto de Telecomunicações, Avenida Rovisco Pais, 1049-001 Lisbon, Portugal;
- Correspondence: (A.M.L.O.); (Q.F.)
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Mohammadi A, Hosseinipour M, Abdolvand H, Najafabadi SAA, Sahraneshin Samani F. Improvement in bioavailability of curcumin within the castor‐oil based polyurethane nanocomposite through its conjugation on the surface of graphene oxide nanosheets. POLYM ADVAN TECHNOL 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/pat.5586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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- Department of Biomaterials, Tissue Engineering and Nanotechnology, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine Isfahan University of Medical Sciences Isfahan Iran
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- Department of Stem Cells and Developmental Biology Cell Science Research Center, Royan Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Technology, ACECR Tehran Iran
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Synthesis, characterization, and in-vitro evaluation of piperine-loaded silica/hydroxyapatite mesoporous nanoparticles. CHEMICAL PAPERS 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s11696-021-01813-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Moradian M, Alam MN, van de Ven TGM. Influence of Carboxyl Charge Density on Properties of Extruded Cellulose Films. Ind Eng Chem Res 2021. [DOI: 10.1021/acs.iecr.1c01716] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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- Mohammadhadi Moradian
- Department of Chemistry, Quebec Centre for Advanced Materials, Pulp & Paper Research Centre, McGill University, 3420 University Street, Montreal, Quebec H3A 2A7, Canada
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- Biorefining Research Institute, Lakehead University, 1294 Balmoral Street, Thunder Bay, Ontario P7B5Z5, Canada
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- Department of Chemistry, Quebec Centre for Advanced Materials, Pulp & Paper Research Centre, McGill University, 3420 University Street, Montreal, Quebec H3A 2A7, Canada
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Du B, Qiu L, Chen Y, Zhang Z. Rational Design of Self-Supported CuO x -Decorated Composite Films as an Efficient and Easy-Recycling Catalyst for Styrene Oxidation. ACS OMEGA 2021; 6:18157-18168. [PMID: 34308047 PMCID: PMC8296588 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.1c02031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2021] [Accepted: 06/25/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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The applications of graphene-based materials in catalysis are limited by their strong tendency to aggregate, which may lead to a decrease in active sites. Herein, we propose a facile and controllable strategy to fabricate a series of heterogeneous catalysts with a unique nanostructure wherein CuO x -decorated reduced graphene oxide (rGO) sheets are incorporated into a solid matrix composed of poly(vinylpyrrolidone) (PVP) and carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC). The resultant materials are self-supported films and could be directly used as catalysts for the liquid-phase oxidation of styrene without the requirement for extra substrates. The employment of PVP-CMC (PC) as the support for CuO x -decorated rGO sheets successfully inhibits their aggregation. Benefiting from the dispersion of copper species, these films exhibit good catalytic activity and recyclability under mild reaction conditions. Especially, they can be conveniently removed from the reaction mixture by tweezers due to their structural stability. For catalyzing multiple reactions with high efficiency and facile recyclability, this study offers a universal strategy to design heterogeneous catalysts based on graphene materials and provides a promising platform.
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Ombredane AS, Silva VRP, Andrade LR, Pinheiro WO, Simonelly M, Oliveira JV, Pinheiro AC, Gonçalves GF, Felice GJ, Garcia MP, Campos PM, Luz GVS, Joanitti GA. In Vivo Efficacy and Toxicity of Curcumin Nanoparticles in Breast Cancer Treatment: A Systematic Review. Front Oncol 2021; 11:612903. [PMID: 33767985 PMCID: PMC7986721 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2021.612903] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2020] [Accepted: 01/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent types of malignant tumors in the world, resulting in a high incidence of death. The development of new molecules and technologies aiming to apply more effective and safer therapy strategies has been intensively explored to overcome this situation. The association of nanoparticles with known antitumor compounds (including plant-derived molecules such as curcumin) has been considered an effective approach to enhance tumor growth suppression and reduce adverse effects. Therefore, the objective of this systematic review was to summarize published data regarding evaluations about efficacy and toxicity of curcumin nanoparticles (Cur-NPs) in in vivo models of breast cancer. The search was carried out in the databases: CINAHL, Cochrane, LILACS, Embase, FSTA, MEDLINE, ProQuest, BSV regional portal, PubMed, ScienceDirect, Scopus, and Web of Science. Studies that evaluated tumor growth in in vivo models of breast cancer and showed outcomes related to Cur-NP treatment (without association with other antitumor molecules) were included. Of the 528 initially gathered studies, 26 met the inclusion criteria. These studies showed that a wide variety of NP platforms have been used to deliver curcumin (e.g., micelles, polymeric, lipid-based, metallic). Attachment of poly(ethylene glycol) chains (PEG) and active targeting moieties were also evaluated. Cur-NPs significantly reduced tumor volume/weight, inhibited cancer cell proliferation, and increased tumor apoptosis and necrosis. Decreases in cancer stem cell population and angiogenesis were also reported. All the studies that evaluated toxicity considered Cur-NP treatment to be safe regarding hematological/biochemical markers, damage to major organs, and/or weight loss. These effects were observed in different in vivo models of breast cancer (e.g., estrogen receptor-positive, triple-negative, chemically induced) showing better outcomes when compared to treatments with free curcumin or negative controls. This systematic review supports the proposal that Cur-NP is an effective and safe therapeutic approach in in vivo models of breast cancer, reinforcing the currently available evidence that it should be further analyzed in clinical trials for breast cancer treatments.
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- Alicia S Ombredane
- Laboratory of Bioactive Compounds and Nanobiotechnology (LBCNano), University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil.,Post-Graduation Program in Nanoscience and Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioactive Compounds and Nanobiotechnology (LBCNano), University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil
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- Department of Genetics & Morphology, Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil
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- Post-Graduation Program in Sciences and Technologies in Health, Faculty of Ceilandia, University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil
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- Department of Genetics & Morphology, Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil
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- Department of Immunology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioactive Compounds and Nanobiotechnology (LBCNano), University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil.,Post-Graduation Program in Nanoscience and Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioactive Compounds and Nanobiotechnology (LBCNano), University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioactive Compounds and Nanobiotechnology (LBCNano), University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil
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- Post-Graduation Program in Nanoscience and Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil.,Department of Genetics & Morphology, Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Department, State University of Ponta Grossa, Parana, Brazil
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- Post-Graduate Program in Biomedical Engineering-PPGEB, Faculty of Gama-FGA, University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil.,Health Technology Assessment Center-NATS/UnB, University of Brasília, Brasilia, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Bioactive Compounds and Nanobiotechnology (LBCNano), University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil.,Post-Graduation Program in Nanoscience and Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil.,Department of Genetics & Morphology, Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Brasilia, Brasilia, Brazil
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Preparation and Characterization of Zein/Sodium Caseinate/Xanthan Gum Complex for Encapsulation of Piperine and its In Vitro Release Study. FOOD BIOPHYS 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s11483-021-09668-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Umar AA, Abdul Patah MF, Abnisa F, Daud WMAW. Preparation of magnetized iron oxide grafted on graphene oxide for hyperthermia application. REV CHEM ENG 2020. [DOI: 10.1515/revce-2020-0001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Magnetic hyperthermia therapy (MHT) is a highly promising therapeutic modality for the treatment of different kinds of cancers and malignant tumors. The therapy is based on the concept that; iron oxide nanoparticles deposited at cancer sites can generate heat when exposed to an alternating current magnetic field or near infrared radiation and consequently destroying only the cancer cells by exploiting their vulnerability to heat. The fact that the treatment is at molecular level and that iron oxide nanoparticles provide more guided focus heating justifies its efficacy over treatment such as surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Nevertheless, the spread of MHT as the next-generation therapeutics has been shadowed by insufficient heating especially at the in vivo stage. This can be averted by modifying the iron oxide nanoparticle structure. To this end, various attempts have been made by developing a magnetic hybrid nanostructure capable of generating efficient heat. However, the synthesis method for each component (of the magnetic hybrid nanostructure) and the grafting process is now an issue. This has a direct effect on the performance of the magnetic hybrid nanostructure in MHT and other applications. The main objective of this review is to detail out the different materials, methods and characterization techniques that have been used so far in developing magnetic hybrid nanostructure. In view of this, we conducted a comprehensive review and present a road map for developing a magnetic hybrid nanostructure that is capable of generating optimum heat during MHT. We further summarize the various characterization techniques and necessary parameters to study in validating the efficiency of the magnetic hybrid nanostructure. Hopefully, this contribution will serve as a guide to researchers that are willing to evaluate the properties of their magnetic hybrid nanostructure.
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- Ahmad Abulfathi Umar
- Faculty of Engineering, Department of Chemical Engineering , University of Malaya , Kuala Lumpur 50603 , Malaysia
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- Faculty of Engineering, Department of Chemical Engineering , University of Malaya , Kuala Lumpur 50603 , Malaysia
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- Faculty of Engineering, Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering , King Abdulaziz University , Rabigh 21911 , Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Engineering, Department of Chemical Engineering , University of Malaya , Kuala Lumpur 50603 , Malaysia
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Alemi F, Zarezadeh R, Sadigh AR, Hamishehkar H, Rahimi M, Majidinia M, Asemi Z, Ebrahimi-Kalan A, Yousefi B, Rashtchizadeh N. Graphene oxide and reduced graphene oxide: Efficient cargo platforms for cancer theranostics. J Drug Deliv Sci Technol 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2020.101974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Oprea M, Voicu SI. Cellulose Composites with Graphene for Tissue Engineering Applications. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2020; 13:E5347. [PMID: 33255827 PMCID: PMC7728350 DOI: 10.3390/ma13235347] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2020] [Revised: 11/24/2020] [Accepted: 11/24/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Tissue engineering is an interdisciplinary field that combines principles of engineering and life sciences to obtain biomaterials capable of maintaining, improving, or substituting the function of various tissues or even an entire organ. In virtue of its high availability, biocompatibility and versatility, cellulose was considered a promising platform for such applications. The combination of cellulose with graphene or graphene derivatives leads to the obtainment of superior composites in terms of cellular attachment, growth and proliferation, integration into host tissue, and stem cell differentiation toward specific lineages. The current review provides an up-to-date summary of the status of the field of cellulose composites with graphene for tissue engineering applications. The preparation methods and the biological performance of cellulose paper, bacterial cellulose, and cellulose derivatives-based composites with graphene, graphene oxide and reduced graphene oxide were mainly discussed. The importance of the cellulose-based matrix and the contribution of graphene and graphene derivatives fillers as well as several key applications of these hybrid materials, particularly for the development of multifunctional scaffolds for cell culture, bone and neural tissue regeneration were also highlighted.
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- Madalina Oprea
- Faculty of Applied Chemistry and Materials Science, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Gheorghe Polizu 1-7, 011061 Bucharest, Romania;
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- Faculty of Applied Chemistry and Materials Science, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Gheorghe Polizu 1-7, 011061 Bucharest, Romania;
- Advanced Polymer Materials Group, Faculty of Applied Chemistry and Material Science, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Gheorghe Polizu 1-7, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
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Chen ZL, Yu ZL, Zhou MM, Zhang S, Zhang B, Liu Y, Zhao YF, Cao HM, Lin Y, Zhang ZL, Pang DW. Chlorophyll-Based Near-Infrared Fluorescent Nanocomposites: Preparation and Optical Properties. ACS OMEGA 2020; 5:14261-14266. [PMID: 32596562 PMCID: PMC7315411 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.9b04081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2019] [Accepted: 03/03/2020] [Indexed: 05/11/2023]
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Near-infrared (NIR) fluorescence has attracted much attention in biomedical fields because it offers deep tissue penetration and high spatial resolution. Herein, a method is developed for the preparation of NIR fluorescent nanocomposites (NCs) by encapsulating natural chlorophyll (Chl) into the micelles of octylamine-modified poly(acrylic acid) (OPA). Both femtosecond transient absorption spectra and isothermal titration calorimetry thermogram reveal that the micelles of OPA provide a hydrophobic environment for the improved fluorescence efficiency. Hence the resulted Chl NCs possess unique properties such as ultrasmall size, outstanding photostability, good biocompatibility, and superbright NIR fluorescence emission. In vivo imaging of sentinel lymph node is achieved in nude mice, demonstrating the potential of Chl NCs in biomedical applications. This work provides a new strategy for the preparation of highly biocompatible NIR fluorescence labeling nanocomposites.
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- Zhi-Liang Chen
- College
of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, State Key Laboratory of Virology,
The Institute for Advanced Studies, and Wuhan Institute of Biotechnology, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, P. R. China
- School
of Pharmacy, Shaoyang University, Shaoyang 422000, P. R. China
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- Key
Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine (Ministry of Education) and Department
of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430079, P. R. China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics Chinese
Academy of Sciences, Wuhan 430071, P. R China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics Chinese
Academy of Sciences, Wuhan 430071, P. R China
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- State
Key Laboratory of Magnetic Resonance and Atomic and Molecular Physics, Wuhan Institute of Physics and Mathematics Chinese
Academy of Sciences, Wuhan 430071, P. R China
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- College
of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, State Key Laboratory of Virology,
The Institute for Advanced Studies, and Wuhan Institute of Biotechnology, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, P. R. China
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- Key
Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine (Ministry of Education) and Department
of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430079, P. R. China
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- Hubei
Key Laboratory of Medical Information Analysis and Tumor Diagnosis
& Treatment, Key Laboratory of Cognitive Science (State Ethnic
Affairs Commission), College of Biomedical Engineering, South-Central University for Nationalities, Wuhan 430074, P. R. China
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- College
of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, State Key Laboratory of Virology,
The Institute for Advanced Studies, and Wuhan Institute of Biotechnology, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, P. R. China
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- College
of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, State Key Laboratory of Virology,
The Institute for Advanced Studies, and Wuhan Institute of Biotechnology, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, P. R. China
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- College
of Chemistry and Molecular Sciences, State Key Laboratory of Virology,
The Institute for Advanced Studies, and Wuhan Institute of Biotechnology, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, P. R. China
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Carboxymethylcellulose hybrid nanodispersions for edible coatings with potential anti-cancer properties. Int J Biol Macromol 2020; 157:350-358. [PMID: 32348862 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.04.175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2019] [Revised: 04/21/2020] [Accepted: 04/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Curcumin loaded lipid-polymer hybrid nanoparticles dispersions were fabricated from carboxymethylcellulose, stearic acid, polyethylene glycol and sesame oil using emulsion solvent evaporation method for their possible application as edible coatings for fresh vegetables and fruits. They were characterized by FTIR and TEM analysis. In addition, anti-bacterial, blood compatibility, cytotoxicity and anticancer studies were also carried out. The prepared nanodispersions showed excellent mixed nanostructured morphology with an average size of 94.96 nm. The hybrid nanodispersions showed excellent blood compatibility, non-toxicity and antitumor activity. The synthesized nanoparticle dispersion was employed as an edible coating solution for fresh apples and tomatoes. The hybrid system coated vegetables and fruits shows minimal weight loss after 15 days of storage. Hence, the formulated hybrid nanostructures of CMC are promising as edible coating solution, in addition to possessing the properties to fight cancer.
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Mohammadpour Z, Majidzadeh-A K. Applications of Two-Dimensional Nanomaterials in Breast Cancer Theranostics. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2020; 6:1852-1873. [PMID: 33455353 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.9b01894] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related mortality among women. Early stage diagnosis and treatment of this cancer are crucial to patients' survival. In addition, it is important to avoid severe side effects during the process of conventional treatments (surgery, chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, and targeted therapy) and increase the patients' quality of life. Over the past decade, nanomaterials of all kinds have shown excellent prospects in different aspects of oncology. Among them, two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials are unique due to their physical and chemical properties. The functional variability of 2D nanomaterials stems from their large specific surface area as well as the diversity of composition, electronic configurations, interlayer forces, surface functionalities, and charges. In this review, the current status of 2D nanomaterials in breast cancer diagnosis and therapy is reviewed. In this respect, sensing of the tumor biomarkers, imaging, therapy, and theranostics are discussed. The ever-growing 2D nanomaterials are building blocks for the development of a myriad of nanotheranostics. Accordingly, there is the possibility to explore yet novel properties, biological effects, and oncological applications.
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- Zahra Mohammadpour
- Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering Department, Breast Cancer Research Center, Motamed Cancer Institute, ACECR, Tehran 1315685981, Iran
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- Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering Department, Breast Cancer Research Center, Motamed Cancer Institute, ACECR, Tehran 1315685981, Iran
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Liu Z, Wu Q, He J, Vriesekoop F, Liang H. Crystal-Seeded Growth of pH-Responsive Metal-Organic Frameworks for Enhancing Encapsulation, Stability, and Bioactivity of Hydrophobicity Compounds. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2019; 5:6581-6589. [PMID: 33423477 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.9b01070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Zeolitic imidazolate framework-L (ZIF-L) could effectively improve the stability, controlled release, and anticancer activity of natural hydrophobicity drugs in drug delivery systems (DDSs). A simple and universal strategy was developed to prepare the curcumin-loaded ZIF-L (CCM@ZIF-L) by the antisolvent coprecipitation method, which was different from the traditional approaches. The microcrystal molecules of curcumin were used as the core of ZIF-L growth to form CCM@ZIF-L, which has a very high drug encapsulation efficiency of 98.21% and a regular leaf or cruciate flower-like structure. The formation of CCM@ZIF-L with a distinct composite structure was supported by scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, Fourier-transform infrared, powder X-ray diffraction, and zeta-potential. Because of the protective effect of ZIF-L, CCM@ZIF-L exhibited excellent stability and about a 5-fold increase in temperature stability over free curcumin. CCM@ZIF-L exhibited controlled drug release behavior in simulated in vitro tumor microenvironments (almost 81.2% drug release over a period of 72 h). Furthermore, confocal laser scanning microscopy results and cytotoxicity experiments confirmed that the encapsulated curcumin showed a significant improvement in cellular uptake and anticancer activity against A549 cancer cells. Moreover, the curcumin encapsulated in ZIF-L exhibited remarkable cellular antioxidant activity based on MGC-803 cell models. This work presents a novel approach to solve the drug loading problem by employing ZIF-L and exhibits enormous potential of ZIF-L as an effective DDS in cancer treatments.
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- Zexun Liu
- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, P. R. China
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- Department of Food Technology and Innovation, Harper Adams University, Newport TF10 8NB, Shropshire, England
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Resource Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, P. R. China
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Li H, Zhang N, Hao Y, Wang Y, Jia S, Zhang H. Enhancement of curcumin antitumor efficacy and further photothermal ablation of tumor growth by single-walled carbon nanotubes delivery system in vivo. Drug Deliv 2019; 26:1017-1026. [PMID: 31578087 PMCID: PMC6781245 DOI: 10.1080/10717544.2019.1672829] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2019] [Revised: 09/19/2019] [Accepted: 09/23/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Curcumin, a commonly used natural product for antitumor therapy, is unable to achieve full potential due to poor bioavailability. Based on our previous report of a novel delivery system for curcumin using functionalized single-walled carbon nanotubes by phosphatidylcholine and polyvinylpyrrolidone (SWCNT-Cur), we further evaluated SWCNT-Cur's performance in vivo and characteristics in vitro. SWCNT-Cur significantly increased the blood concentration of curcumin, up to 18-fold, in mice. And in a murine S180 tumor model, SWCNT-Cur exhibited significantly higher inhibition efficacy on tumor growth and no obvious toxicity in main organs. Moreover, photothermal therapy induced by SWCNT under near-infrared radiation further facilitated SWCNT-Cur to inhibit the tumor growth in vivo. In addition, solvent residue is negligible in SWCNT-Cur formulation, and hydrogen bonding was formed between void carriers and curcumin, as demonstrated by GC chromatograph and IR spectra. Furthermore, experiments of confocal microscopy and spectrofluorometer showed that SWCNT-Cur gave a six-fold higher uptake for curcumin compared to native curcumin in human prostate cancer PC-3 cells. In conclusion, curcumin delivery with functionalized SWCNT is a promising strategy to enhance anticancer activity in vivo by enhancing cell uptake and blood concentration, changing physicochemical properties of curcumin and combining phototherapeutic with chemotherapeutic effects.
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- Haixia Li
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, PR China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, PR China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, PR China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, PR China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, PR China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, PR China
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