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Chen M, Xu C, Wang C, Huang N, Bian Z, Xiao Y, Ruan J, Sun F, Shi S. Three Birds with One Stone: Copper Ions Assisted Synergistic Cuproptosis/Chemodynamic/Photothermal Therapy by a Three-Pronged Approach. Adv Healthc Mater 2024:e2401567. [PMID: 38962848 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202401567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2024] [Indexed: 07/05/2024]
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Copper is indispensable to organisms, while its homeostatic imbalance may interference normal cellular physiological processes and even induce cell death. Artificially regulating cellular copper content provides a viable strategy to activate antineoplastic effect. In light of this, a copper ions homeostasis perturbator (CuP-CL) with cinnamaldehyde (Cin) packaging and thermosensitive liposome coating is reported. Following laser exposure, the doping of Cu2+ in polydopamine initiates enhanced photothermal therapy (PTT) and unlocks the outer layer of liposome, leading to the release of copper ions and Cin in tumor microenvironment with mild acidity and high glutathione (GSH) levels. The liberative Cu2+ can evoke cuproptosis and chemodynamic therapy (CDT). Meanwhile, leveraging the merits of H2O2 supply and GSH consumption, Cin serves as a tumor microenvironment regulator to amplify Cu2+ mediated cuproptosis and CDT. Additionally, the positive feedback effects of "laser-triggered PTT, PTT accelerates reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation, ROS amplifies lipid peroxide (LPO) accumulation, LPO mediates heat shock proteins (HSPs) clearance, down-regulated HSPs promote PTT" entailed the overall benefit to therapeutic outcomes. Both in vitro and in vivo results corroborate the remarkable antineoplastic performance of CuP-CL by the synergy of cuproptosis/CDT/PTT. Collectively, based on the three-pronged approach, this work plots a viable multimodal regimen for cancer therapy.
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- Mengyao Chen
- School of Chemical Science and Engineering, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital of Tongji University, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Science and Engineering, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital of Tongji University, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Science and Engineering, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital of Tongji University, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Science and Engineering, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital of Tongji University, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, P. R. China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai Children's Medical Center, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200127, China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai Children's Medical Center, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200127, China
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- School of Chemical Science and Engineering, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital of Tongji University, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Science and Engineering, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital of Tongji University, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Science and Engineering, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital of Tongji University, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, P. R. China
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Sun Y, Qin L, Yang Y, Gao J, Zhang Y, Wang H, Wu Q, Xu B, Liu H. Zinc-Based ROS Amplifiers Trigger Cancer Chemodynamic/Ion Interference Therapy Through Self-Cascade Catalysis. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024:e2402320. [PMID: 38881259 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202402320] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2024] [Revised: 05/30/2024] [Indexed: 06/18/2024]
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Nanozyme-mediated chemodynamic therapy has emerged as a promising strategy due to its tumor specificity and controlled catalytic activity. However, the poor efficacy caused by low hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) levels in the tumor microenvironment (TME) poses challenges. Herein, an H2O2 self-supplying nanozyme is constructed through loading peroxide-like active platinum nanoparticles (Pt NPs) on zinc peroxide (ZnO2) (denoted as ZnO2@Pt). ZnO2 releases H2O2 in response to the acidic TME. Pt NPs catalyze the hydroxyl radical generation from H2O2 while reducing the mitigation of oxidative stress by glutathione, serving as a reactive oxygen (ROS) amplifier through self-cascade catalysis. In addition, Zn2+ released from ZnO2 interferes with tumor cell energy supply and metabolism, enabling ion interference therapy to synergize with chemodynamic therapy. In vitro studies demonstrate that ZnO2@Pt induces cellular oxidative stress injury through enhanced ROS generation and Zn2+ release, downregulating ATP and NAD+ levels. In vivo assessment of anticancer effects showed that ZnO2@Pt could generate ROS at tumor sites to induce apoptosis and downregulate energy supply pathways associated with glycolysis, resulting in an 89.7% reduction in tumor cell growth. This study presents a TME-responsive nanozyme capable of H2O2 self-supply and ion interference therapy, providing a paradigm for tumor-specific nanozyme design.
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- Yun Sun
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, Bionanomaterials & Translational Engineering Laboratory, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bioprocess, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, Bionanomaterials & Translational Engineering Laboratory, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bioprocess, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, Bionanomaterials & Translational Engineering Laboratory, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bioprocess, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, Bionanomaterials & Translational Engineering Laboratory, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bioprocess, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, Bionanomaterials & Translational Engineering Laboratory, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bioprocess, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, Bionanomaterials & Translational Engineering Laboratory, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bioprocess, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, Bionanomaterials & Translational Engineering Laboratory, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bioprocess, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, Bionanomaterials & Translational Engineering Laboratory, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bioprocess, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, Bionanomaterials & Translational Engineering Laboratory, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bioprocess, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, P. R. China
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Wang Y, Zeng M, Fan T, Jia M, Yin R, Xue J, Xian L, Fan P, Zhan M. Biomimetic ZIF-8 Nanoparticles: A Novel Approach for Biomimetic Drug Delivery Systems. Int J Nanomedicine 2024; 19:5523-5544. [PMID: 38882544 PMCID: PMC11178078 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s462480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2024] [Accepted: 05/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/18/2024] Open
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Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are porous materials resulting from the coordination of metal clusters or ions with organic ligands, merging macromolecular and coordination chemistry features. Among these, zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) stands out as a widely utilized MOF known for its robust stability in aqueous environments owing to the robust interaction between its constituent zinc ions (Zn2+) and 2-methylimidazole (2-MIM). ZIF-8 readily decomposes under acidic conditions, serving as a promising candidate for pH-responsive drug delivery systems. Moreover, biomimetic materials typically possess good biocompatibility, reducing immune reactions. By mimicking natural structures or surface features within the body, they enhance the targeting of nanoparticles, prolong their circulation time, and increase their bioavailability in vivo. This review explores the latest advancements in biomimetic ZIF-8 nanoparticles for drug delivery, elucidating the primary obstacles and future prospects in utilizing ZIF-8 for drug delivery applications.
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- Yao Wang
- Department of Pharmacy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmacy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmacy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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- Nanchong Institute for Food and Drug Control, Nanchong, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmacy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmacy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Institute of Thoracic Oncology, Frontiers Science Center for Disease-Related Molecular Network, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmacy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmacy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People’s Republic of China
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Lin P, Lu Y, Zheng J, Lin Y, Zhao X, Cui L. Strategic disruption of cancer's powerhouse: precise nanomedicine targeting of mitochondrial metabolism. J Nanobiotechnology 2024; 22:318. [PMID: 38849914 PMCID: PMC11162068 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-024-02585-3] [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: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 05/26/2024] [Indexed: 06/09/2024] Open
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Mitochondria occupy a central role in the biology of most eukaryotic cells, functioning as the hub of oxidative metabolism where sugars, fats, and amino acids are ultimately oxidized to release energy. This crucial function fuels a variety of cellular activities. Disruption in mitochondrial metabolism is a common feature in many diseases, including cancer, neurodegenerative conditions and cardiovascular diseases. Targeting tumor cell mitochondrial metabolism with multifunctional nanosystems emerges as a promising strategy for enhancing therapeutic efficacy against cancer. This review comprehensively outlines the pathways of mitochondrial metabolism, emphasizing their critical roles in cellular energy production and metabolic regulation. The associations between aberrant mitochondrial metabolism and the initiation and progression of cancer are highlighted, illustrating how these metabolic disruptions contribute to oncogenesis and tumor sustainability. More importantly, innovative strategies employing nanomedicines to precisely target mitochondrial metabolic pathways in cancer therapy are fully explored. Furthermore, key challenges and future directions in this field are identified and discussed. Collectively, this review provides a comprehensive understanding of the current state and future potential of nanomedicine in targeting mitochondrial metabolism, offering insights for developing more effective cancer therapies.
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- Pei Lin
- Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, Guangdong, China
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- Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Dentistry, The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, 510080, China
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- Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, Guangdong, China
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- Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, Guangdong, China.
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- Stomatological Hospital, School of Stomatology, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510280, Guangdong, China.
- School of Dentistry, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, USA.
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Yang Y, Fan H, Guo Z. Modulation of Metal Homeostasis for Cancer Therapy. Chempluschem 2024; 89:e202300624. [PMID: 38315756 DOI: 10.1002/cplu.202300624] [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: 10/31/2023] [Revised: 12/16/2023] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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Metal ions such as iron, zinc, copper, manganese, and calcium are essential for normal cellular processes, including DNA synthesis, enzyme activity, cellular signaling, and oxidative stress regulation. When the balance of metal homeostasis is disrupted, it can lead to various pathological conditions, including cancer. Thus, understanding the role of metal homeostasis in cancer has led to the development of anti-tumor strategies that specifically target the metal imbalance. Up to now, diverse small molecule-based chelators, ionophores, metal complexes, and metal-based nanomaterials have been developed to restore the normal balance of metals or exploit the dysregulation for therapeutic purposes. They hold great promise in inhibiting tumor growth, preventing metastasis, and enhancing the effectiveness of existing cancer therapies. In this review, we aim to provide a comprehensive summary of the strategies employed to modulate the homeostasis of iron, zinc, copper, manganese, and calcium for cancer therapy. Their modulation mechanisms for metal homeostasis are succinctly described, and their recent applications in the field of cancer therapy are discussed. At the end, the limitations of these approaches are addressed, and potential avenues for future developments are explored.
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- Ying Yang
- State Key Laboratory of Coordination Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Chemistry and Biomedicine Innovation Center (ChemBIC), Nanjing University, 210023, Nanjing, Jiangsu, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Coordination Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Chemistry and Biomedicine Innovation Center (ChemBIC), Nanjing University, 210023, Nanjing, Jiangsu, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Coordination Chemistry, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Chemistry and Biomedicine Innovation Center (ChemBIC), Nanjing University, 210023, Nanjing, Jiangsu, P. R. China
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Sun Y, Xiao Y, Ren L, Cheng Z, Niu Y, Li Z, Zhang S. Pyrrolic Nitrogen Boosted H 2 Generation from an Aqueous Solution of HCHO at Room Temperature by Metal-Free Carbon Catalysts. J Phys Chem Lett 2024; 15:4538-4545. [PMID: 38636086 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpclett.4c00283] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/20/2024]
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Hydrogen production from organic hydrides represents a promising strategy for the development of safe and sustainable technologies for H2 storage and transportation. Nonetheless, the majority of existing procedures rely on noble metal catalysts and emit greenhouse gases such as CO2/CO. Herein, we demonstrated an alternative N-doped carbon (CN) catalyst for highly efficient and robust H2 production from an aqueous solution of formaldehyde (HCHO). Importantly, this process generated formic acid as a valuable byproduct instead of CO2/CO, enabling a clean H2 generation process with 100% atom economy. Mechanism investigations revealed that the pyrrolic N in the CN catalysts played a critical role in promoting H2 generation via enhancing the transformation of O2 to generate •OO- free radicals. Consequently, the optimized CN catalysts achieved a remarkable H2 generation rate of 13.6 mmol g-1 h-1 at 30 °C. This finding is anticipated to facilitate the development of liquid H2 storage and its large-scale utilization.
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- Yu Sun
- Research & Development Institute of Northwestern Polytechnical University in Shenzhen, Shenzhen 518057, China
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
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- Longnan Ecological Environment Monitoring Center of Gansu Province, Longnan 746000, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
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- Research & Development Institute of Northwestern Polytechnical University in Shenzhen, Shenzhen 518057, China
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University, Xi'an 710072, China
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Uzdrowska K, Knap N, Gulczynski J, Kuban-Jankowska A, Struck-Lewicka W, Markuszewski MJ, Bączek T, Izycka-Swieszewska E, Gorska-Ponikowska M. Chasing Graphene-Based Anticancer Drugs: Where are We Now on the Biomedical Graphene Roadmap? Int J Nanomedicine 2024; 19:3973-3989. [PMID: 38711615 PMCID: PMC11073537 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s447397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2023] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 05/08/2024] Open
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Graphene and graphene-based materials have attracted growing interest for potential applications in medicine because of their good biocompatibility, cargo capability and possible surface functionalizations. In parallel, prototypic graphene-based devices have been developed to diagnose, imaging and track tumor growth in cancer patients. There is a growing number of reports on the use of graphene and its functionalized derivatives in the design of innovative drugs delivery systems, photothermal and photodynamic cancer therapy, and as a platform to combine multiple therapies. The aim of this review is to introduce the latest scientific achievements in the field of innovative composite graphene materials as potentially applied in cancer therapy. The "Technology and Innovation Roadmap" published in the Graphene Flagship indicates, that the first anti-cancer drugs using graphene and graphene-derived materials will have appeared on the market by 2030. However, it is necessary to broaden understanding of graphene-based material interactions with cellular metabolism and signaling at the functional level, as well as toxicity. The main aspects of further research should elucidate how treatment methods (e.g., photothermal therapy, photodynamic therapy, combination therapy) and the physicochemical properties of graphene materials influence their ability to modulate autophagy and kill cancer cells. Interestingly, recent scientific reports also prove that graphene nanocomposites modulate cancer cell death by inducing precise autophagy dysfunctions caused by lysosome damage. It turns out as well that developing photothermal oncological treatments, it should be taken into account that near-infrared-II radiation (1000-1500 nm) is a better option than NIR-I (750-1000 nm) because it can penetrate deeper into tissues due to less scattering at longer wavelengths radiation.
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- Katarzyna Uzdrowska
- Department of Medical Chemistry, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-211, Poland
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- Department of Medical Chemistry, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-211, Poland
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- Faculty of Health Sciences with the Institute of Maritime and Tropical Medicine, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-211, Poland
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-416, Poland
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- Faculty of Health Sciences with the Institute of Maritime and Tropical Medicine, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, 80-211, Poland
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Sun Y, Ding SL, Zhao X, Sun D, Yang Y, Chen M, Zhu C, Jiang B, Gu Q, Liu H, Zhang M. Self-Reinforced MOF-Based Nanogel Alleviates Osteoarthritis by Long-Acting Drug Release. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024:e2401094. [PMID: 38684182 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202401094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2024] [Revised: 03/31/2024] [Indexed: 05/02/2024]
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Intra-articular injection of drugs is an effective strategy for osteoarthritis (OA) treatment. However, the complex microenvironment and limited joint space result in rapid clearance of drugs. Herein, a nanogel-based strategy is proposed for prolonged drug delivery and microenvironment remodeling. Nanogel is constructed through the functionalization of hyaluronic acid (HA) by amide reaction on the surface of Kartogenin (KGN)-loaded zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (denoted as KZIF@HA). Leveraging the inherent hydrophilicity of HA, KZIF@HA spontaneously forms nanogels, ensuring extended drug release in the OA microenvironment. KZIF@HA exhibits sustained drug release over one month, with low leakage risk from the joint cavity compared to KZIF, enhanced cartilage penetration, and reparative effects on chondrocytes. Notably, KGN released from KZIF@HA serves to promote extracellular matrix (ECM) secretion for hyaline cartilage regeneration. Zn2+ release reverses OA progression by promoting M2 macrophage polarization to establish an anti-inflammatory microenvironment. Ultimately, KZIF@HA facilitates cartilage regeneration and OA alleviation within three months. Transcriptome sequencing validates that KZIF@HA stimulates the polarization of M2 macrophages and secretes IL-10 to inhibit the JNK and ERK pathways, promoting chondrocytes recovery and enhancing ECM remodeling. This pioneering nanogel system offers new therapeutic opportunities for sustained drug release, presenting a significant stride in OA treatment strategies.
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- Yun Sun
- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Bionanomaterials & Translational Engineering Laboratory, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bioprocess, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100730, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Membrane Biology, Key Laboratory of Organ Regeneration and Reconstruction, Institute of Zoology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100101, China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100730, China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Bionanomaterials & Translational Engineering Laboratory, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bioprocess, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Bionanomaterials & Translational Engineering Laboratory, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bioprocess, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100730, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100069, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Membrane Biology, Key Laboratory of Organ Regeneration and Reconstruction, Institute of Zoology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100101, China
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- Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Soft Matter Science and Engineering, State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Bionanomaterials & Translational Engineering Laboratory, Beijing Key Laboratory of Bioprocess, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, 100029, China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Beijing Tongren Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100730, China
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Thirumurugan S, Ramanathan S, Muthiah KS, Lin YC, Hsiao M, Dhawan U, Wang AN, Liu WC, Liu X, Liao MY, Chung RJ. Inorganic nanoparticles for photothermal treatment of cancer. J Mater Chem B 2024; 12:3569-3593. [PMID: 38494982 DOI: 10.1039/d3tb02797j] [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: 03/19/2024]
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In recent years, inorganic nanoparticles (NPs) have attracted increasing attention as potential theranostic agents in the field of oncology. Photothermal therapy (PTT) is a minimally invasive technique that uses nanoparticles to produce heat from light to kill cancer cells. PTT requires two essential elements: a photothermal agent (PTA) and near-infrared (NIR) radiation. The role of PTAs is to absorb NIR, which subsequently triggers hyperthermia within cancer cells. By raising the temperature in the tumor microenvironment (TME), PTT causes damage to the cancer cells. Nanoparticles (NPs) are instrumental in PTT given that they facilitate the passive and active targeting of the PTA to the TME, making them crucial for the effectiveness of the treatment. In addition, specific targeting can be achieved through their enhanced permeation and retention effect. Thus, owing to their significant advantages, such as altering the morphology and surface characteristics of nanocarriers comprised of PTA, NPs have been exploited to facilitate tumor regression significantly. This review highlights the properties of PTAs, the mechanism of PTT, and the results obtained from the improved curative efficacy of PTT by utilizing NPs platforms.
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- Senthilkumar Thirumurugan
- Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech), No. 1, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd, Taipei 10608, Taiwan.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech), No. 1, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd, Taipei 10608, Taiwan.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech), No. 1, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd, Taipei 10608, Taiwan.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech), No. 1, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd, Taipei 10608, Taiwan.
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, 50 Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798, Singapore
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- Genomics Research Center, Academia Sinica, Taipei 115, Taiwan
- Department and Graduate Institute of Veterinary Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei 10617, Taiwan
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- Centre for the Cellular Microenvironment, Division of Biomedical Engineering, James Watt School of Engineering, Mazumdar-Shaw Advanced Research Centre, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G116EW, UK
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- Scrona AG, Grubenstrasse 9, 8045 Zürich, Switzerland
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- Faculty of Science and Technology, Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong, New Territories, Hong Kong 999077, China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Chinese Engineering and Research Institute of Microelectronics, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518060, China
- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore 117583, Singapore
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, National Pingtung University, Pingtung 90003, Taiwan
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- Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech), No. 1, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd, Taipei 10608, Taiwan.
- High-value Biomaterials Research and Commercialization Center, National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech), Taipei 106, Taiwan
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Liang Y, Lei P, An R, Du P, Liu S, Wei Y, Zhang H. Biodegradable Monometallic Aluminum as a Biotuner for Tumor Pyroptosis. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202317304. [PMID: 38298089 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202317304] [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: 11/14/2023] [Revised: 01/01/2024] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 02/02/2024]
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Pyroptosis is an effective anti-tumor strategy. However, monometallic pyroptosis biotuners have not been explored until now. Here, we discover for the first time that biodegradable monometallic Al can act as a pyroptosis biotuner for tumor therapy. pH-sensitive Al nanoparticles (Al@P) are obtained by equipping polyethylene glycol-b-(poly(methyl methacrylate)-co-poly(4-vinylpyridine), which can exert their effect at the tumor site without affecting normal cells. The H2 and Al3+ release by Al@P in the acidic environment of tumors disrupts the redox balance and ionic homeostasis in tumor cells, thus generating large amounts of reactive oxygen species (ROS), leading to caspase-1 activation, gasdermin D cleavage, and IL-1β/LDH release, which induces canonical pyroptotic death. Meanwhile, the prodrug Doxorubicin (Pro-DOX) is successfully loaded onto Al@P (Al@P-P) and can be activated by ROS to release DOX in the tumor cells, thus further improving the tumor-killing efficiency. Ultimately, Al@P-P is degradable and exhibits efficient tumor inhibition.
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- Yuan Liang
- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Jilin, Changchun, 130022, China
- University of Science and Technology of China, Anhui, Hefei, 230026, China
- Ganjiang Innovation Academy, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Jiangxi, Ganzhou, 341000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Jilin, Changchun, 130022, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Jilin, Changchun, 130022, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Jilin, Changchun, 130022, China
- University of Science and Technology of China, Anhui, Hefei, 230026, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Jilin, Changchun, 130022, China
- University of Science and Technology of China, Anhui, Hefei, 230026, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Jilin, Changchun, 130022, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Jilin, Changchun, 130022, China
- University of Science and Technology of China, Anhui, Hefei, 230026, China
- Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, China
- Ganjiang Innovation Academy, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Jiangxi, Ganzhou, 341000, China
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Guo Z, Gao X, Lu J, Li Y, Jin Z, Fahad A, Pambe NU, Ejima H, Sun X, Wang X, Xie W, Zhang G, Zhao L. Apoptosis and Paraptosis Induced by Disulfiram-Loaded Ca 2+/Cu 2+ Dual-Ions Nano Trap for Breast Cancer Treatment. ACS NANO 2024; 18:6975-6989. [PMID: 38377439 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.3c10173] [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: 02/22/2024]
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Regarded as one of the hallmarks of tumorigenesis and tumor progression, the evasion of apoptotic cell death would also account for treatment resistance or failure during cancer therapy. In this study, a Ca2+/Cu2+ dual-ion "nano trap" to effectively avoid cell apoptosis evasion by synchronously inducing paraptosis together with apoptosis was successfully designed and fabricated for breast cancer treatment. In brief, disulfiram (DSF)-loaded amorphous calcium carbonate nanoparticles (NPs) were fabricated via a gas diffusion method. Further on, the Cu2+-tannic acid metal phenolic network was embedded onto the NPs surface by self-assembling, followed by mDSPE-PEG/lipid capping to form the DSF-loaded Ca2+/Cu2+ dual-ions "nano trap". The as-prepared nanotrap would undergo acid-triggered biodegradation upon being endocytosed by tumor cells within the lysosome for Ca2+, Cu2+, and DSF releasing simultaneously. The released Ca2+ could cause mitochondrial calcium overload and lead to hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) overexpression. Meanwhile, Ca2+/reactive oxygen species-associated mitochondrial dysfunction would lead to paraptosis cell death. Most importantly, cell paraptosis could be further induced and strengthened by the toxic dithiocarbamate (DTC)-copper complexes formed by the Cu2+ combined with the DTC, the metabolic products of DSF. Additionally, the released Cu2+ will be reduced by intracellular glutathione to generate Cu+, which can catalyze the H2O2 to produce a toxic hydroxyl radical by a Cu+-mediated Fenton-like reaction for inducing cell apoptosis. Both in vitro cellular assays and in vivo antitumor evaluations confirmed the cancer therapeutic efficiency by the dual ion nano trap. This study can broaden the cognition scope of dual-ion-mediated paraptosis together with apoptosis via a multifunctional nanoplatform.
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- Zhenhu Guo
- State Key Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering; Key Laboratory of Biopharmaceutical Preparation and Delivery, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Yuquan Hospital, School of Clinical Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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- State Key Laboratory of New Ceramics and Fine Processing; Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials (Ministry of Education of China), School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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- State Key Laboratory of New Ceramics and Fine Processing; Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials (Ministry of Education of China), School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Beijing Chao-Yang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100020, China
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- State Key Laboratory of New Ceramics and Fine Processing; Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials (Ministry of Education of China), School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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- State Key Laboratory of New Ceramics and Fine Processing; Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials (Ministry of Education of China), School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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- Department of Materials Engineering, School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo 113-8656, Japan
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- State Key Laboratory of New Ceramics and Fine Processing; Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials (Ministry of Education of China), School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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- State Key Laboratory of New Ceramics and Fine Processing; Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials (Ministry of Education of China), School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Organic-Inorganic Composites, Beijing Laboratory of Biomedical Materials, College of Life Science and Technology, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing 100029, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering; Key Laboratory of Biopharmaceutical Preparation and Delivery, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, China
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- State Key Laboratory of New Ceramics and Fine Processing; Key Laboratory of Advanced Materials (Ministry of Education of China), School of Materials Science and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
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Zhang Z, Liang X, Yang X, Liu Y, Zhou X, Li C. Advances in Nanodelivery Systems Based on Metabolism Reprogramming Strategies for Enhanced Tumor Therapy. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:6689-6708. [PMID: 38302434 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c15686] [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: 02/03/2024]
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Tumor development and metastasis are closely related to the complexity of the metabolism network. Recently, metabolism reprogramming strategies have attracted much attention in tumor metabolism therapy. Although there is preliminary success of metabolism therapy agents, their therapeutic effects have been restricted by the effective reaching of the tumor sites of drugs. Nanodelivery systems with unique physical properties and elaborate designs can specifically deliver to the tumors. In this review, we first summarize the research progress of nanodelivery systems based on tumor metabolism reprogramming strategies to enhance therapies by depleting glucose, inhibiting glycolysis, depleting lactic acid, inhibiting lipid metabolism, depleting glutamine and glutathione, and disrupting metal metabolisms combined with other therapies, including chemotherapy, radiotherapy, photodynamic therapy, etc. We further discuss in detail the advantages of nanodelivery systems based on tumor metabolism reprogramming strategies for tumor therapy. As well as the opportunities and challenges for integrating nanodelivery systems into tumor metabolism therapy, we analyze the outlook for these emerging areas. This review is expected to improve our understanding of modulating tumor metabolisms for enhanced therapy.
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- Zongquan Zhang
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan 646000, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan 646000, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan 646000, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan 646000, China
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- Department of Thyroid and Vascular Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan 646000, China
- Basic Medicine Research Innovation Center for Cardiometabolic Disease, Ministry of Education, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan 646000, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan 646000, China
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Zhao J, Zhang L, Li P, Liu S, Yu S, Chen Z, Zhu M, Xie S, Ling D, Li F. An Immunomodulatory Zinc-Alum/Ovalbumin Nanovaccine Boosts Cancer Metalloimmunotherapy Through Erythrocyte-Assisted Cascade Immune Activation. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2024; 11:e2307389. [PMID: 38064201 PMCID: PMC10853754 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202307389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2023] [Revised: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2024]
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Cancer therapeutic vaccines are powerful tools for immune system activation and eliciting protective responses against tumors. However, their efficacy has often been hindered by weak and slow immune responses. Here, the authors introduce an immunization strategy employing senescent erythrocytes to facilitate the accumulation of immunomodulatory zinc-Alum/ovalbumin (ZAlum/OVA) nanovaccines within both the spleen and solid tumors by temporarily saturating liver macrophages. This approach sets the stage for boosted cancer metalloimmunotherapy through a cascade immune activation. The accumulation of ZAlum/OVA nanovaccines in the spleen substantially enhances autophagy-dependent antigen presentation in dendritic cells, rapidly initiating OVA-specific T-cell responses against solid tumors. Concurrently, ZAlum/OVA nanovaccines accumulated in the tumor microenvironment trigger immunogenic cell death, leading to the induction of individualized tumor-associated antigen-specific T cell responses and increased T cell infiltration. This erythrocyte-assisted cascade immune activation using ZAlum/OVA nanovaccines results in rapid and robust antitumor immunity induction, holding great potential for clinical cancer metalloimmunotherapy.
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- Jing Zhao
- Institute of PharmaceuticsHangzhou Institute of Innovative MedicineCollege of Pharmaceutical SciencesZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310058P. R. China
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- Interdisciplinary Nanoscience Center (iNANO)Aarhus UniversityAarhusC DK‐8000Denmark
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- Institute of PharmaceuticsHangzhou Institute of Innovative MedicineCollege of Pharmaceutical SciencesZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310058P. R. China
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- Institute of PharmaceuticsHangzhou Institute of Innovative MedicineCollege of Pharmaceutical SciencesZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310058P. R. China
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- Institute of PharmaceuticsHangzhou Institute of Innovative MedicineCollege of Pharmaceutical SciencesZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310058P. R. China
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- Institute of PharmaceuticsHangzhou Institute of Innovative MedicineCollege of Pharmaceutical SciencesZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310058P. R. China
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- Institute of PharmaceuticsHangzhou Institute of Innovative MedicineCollege of Pharmaceutical SciencesZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310058P. R. China
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- Institute of PharmaceuticsHangzhou Institute of Innovative MedicineCollege of Pharmaceutical SciencesZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310058P. R. China
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- Institute of PharmaceuticsHangzhou Institute of Innovative MedicineCollege of Pharmaceutical SciencesZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310058P. R. China
- Frontiers Science Center for Transformative MoleculesSchool of Chemistry and Chemical EngineeringSchool of Biomedical EngineeringNational Center for Translational MedicineShanghai Jiao Tong UniversityShanghai200240P. R. China
- World Laureates Association (WLA) LaboratoriesShanghai201203P. R. China
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- Institute of PharmaceuticsHangzhou Institute of Innovative MedicineCollege of Pharmaceutical SciencesZhejiang UniversityHangzhou310058P. R. China
- World Laureates Association (WLA) LaboratoriesShanghai201203P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment for Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Tumor of Zhejiang ProvinceHangzhou310009P. R. China
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Yang C, Ding Y, Mao Z, Wang W. Nanoplatform-Mediated Autophagy Regulation and Combined Anti-Tumor Therapy for Resistant Tumors. Int J Nanomedicine 2024; 19:917-944. [PMID: 38293604 PMCID: PMC10826716 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s445578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 02/01/2024] Open
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The overall cancer incidence and death toll have been increasing worldwide. However, the conventional therapies have some obvious limitations, such as non-specific targeting, systemic toxic effects, especially the multidrug resistance (MDR) of tumors, in which, autophagy plays a vital role. Therefore, there is an urgent need for new treatments to reduce adverse reactions, improve the treatment efficacy and expand their therapeutic indications more effectively and accurately. Combination therapy based on autophagy regulators is a very feasible and important method to overcome tumor resistance and sensitize anti-tumor drugs. However, the less improved efficacy, more systemic toxicity and other problems limit its clinical application. Nanotechnology provides a good way to overcome this limitation. Co-delivery of autophagy regulators combined with anti-tumor drugs through nanoplatforms provides a good therapeutic strategy for the treatment of tumors, especially drug-resistant tumors. Notably, the nanomaterials with autophagy regulatory properties have broad therapeutic prospects as carrier platforms, especially in adjuvant therapy. However, further research is still necessary to overcome the difficulties such as the safety, biocompatibility, and side effects of nanomedicine. In addition, clinical research is also indispensable to confirm its application in tumor treatment.
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- Caixia Yang
- Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, People’s Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment for Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Tumor of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, People’s Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment for Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Tumor of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, People’s Republic of China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Macromolecular Synthesis and Functionalization, Department of Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, People’s Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Precision Diagnosis and Treatment for Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Tumor of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, People’s Republic of China
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Ke Q, Jing P, Wan Y, Xia T, Zhang L, Cao X, Jiang K. Sulfonated vitamin K3 mediated bimetallic metal-organic framework for multistage augmented cancer therapy. J Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 654:224-234. [PMID: 37839239 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2023.10.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2023] [Revised: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 10/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023]
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Chemodynamic therapy (CDT) relying on Fenton reaction has emerged as a promising strategy for tumor treatment. However, its clinical efficacy is hindered by the inadequate reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the potential cytotoxicity towards normal cells. To address these challenges, we have successfully developed a multistage augmented cancer therapy system based on bimetallic metal-organic framework (BMOF) that amplifies ROS and facilitates tumor-specific therapeutic effects. By employing a simple one-pot self-assembly approach, we synthesized SVK3@ZnCo-ZIF in which sulfonated vitamin K3 (SVK3) was encapsulated within ZnCo-ZIF BMOF. The results revealed that the incorporation of Zn atoms significantly diluted the Fenton activity of Co atoms towards normal cells. Notably, SVK3@ZnCo-ZIF underwent pH-controlled decomposition triggered by the tumor microenvironment (TME), thus releasing SVK3, Co2+ and Zn2+. Specifically, the H2O2 levels in tumors was effectively elevated by the interaction of SVK3 with NAD(P)H quinone oxidoreductase-1 (NQO-1). It thus enhanced the Fenton activity of Co2+. Moreover, the release of Zn2+ ions can induce cellular dysfunction and mitochondrial damage, thereby promoting the generation of ROS and subsequent cell death. The synergistic combination of CDT, SVK3 chemotherapy, and Zn2+-interfered therapy greatly facilitated apoptosis of tumor cells. Collectively, our investigations demonstrate the efficacy of such system in selectively inducing toxicity in cancer cells while minimizing detrimental effects on normal cells.
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- Qiaomei Ke
- Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Functional Food of Hainan Province, School of Food Science and Engineering, Hainan University, Haikou 570228, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Functional Food of Hainan Province, School of Food Science and Engineering, Hainan University, Haikou 570228, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Functional Food of Hainan Province, School of Food Science and Engineering, Hainan University, Haikou 570228, PR China
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- Institute of Materials, China Academy of Engineering Physics, Mianyang, 621907, PR China
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Hainan University, Haikou 570228, PR China.
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- Engineering Technology Research Center for Elderly Health Management in Hainan Province, Haikou 571126, PR China.
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- Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Functional Food of Hainan Province, School of Food Science and Engineering, Hainan University, Haikou 570228, PR China.
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Feng C, Zheng W, Jiang Y, Fu W, Huang W, Shen C, Wang Y, Qian H. Au Nanorods Activated the Zn/Ce Composites with Cancer Cell Specific Cytotoxicity for Enhanced Chemodynamic Therapy. NANO LETTERS 2024; 24:295-304. [PMID: 38117248 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.3c04031] [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: 12/21/2023]
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Chemodynamic therapy based on the Fenton reaction has been developed as an extremely promising modality for cancer therapeutics. In this study, a core-shell structure nanoplatform was constructed by a Au nanorod externally encapsulating Ce/Zn-based composites (ACZO). The nanoparticles can catalyze the generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) under acidic conditions and effectively consume existing glutathione (GSH) to destroy the redox balance within the tumor. Moreover, the decomposition of the nanocomplexes under acidic conditions releases large amounts of zinc ions, leading to zinc overload in cancer cells. The photothermal effect generated by the Au nanorods not only provides photothermal therapy (PTT) but also augments the catalytic reaction and ions action mentioned above. This facile strategy to improve the efficacy of chemodynamic therapy by the photothermal enhancement of catalytic activity and zinc ion release provides a promising perspective for potential tumor treatment.
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- Chengcheng Feng
- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230032, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, College & Hospital of Stomatology, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230032, P. R. China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Anhui Provincial Institute of Translational Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230032, P. R. China
- Anhui Engineering Research Center for Medical Micro-Nano Devices, Hefei, Anhui 230012, P. R. China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Anhui Provincial Institute of Translational Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230032, P. R. China
- Anhui Engineering Research Center for Medical Micro-Nano Devices, Hefei, Anhui 230012, P. R. China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Anhui Provincial Institute of Translational Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230032, P. R. China
- Anhui Engineering Research Center for Medical Micro-Nano Devices, Hefei, Anhui 230012, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, College & Hospital of Stomatology, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230032, P. R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230032, P. R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230032, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, College & Hospital of Stomatology, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230032, P. R. China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Anhui Provincial Institute of Translational Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Hefei 230032, P. R. China
- Anhui Engineering Research Center for Medical Micro-Nano Devices, Hefei, Anhui 230012, P. R. China
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Liang Y, Lei P, An R, Du P, Liu S, Wei Y, Zhang H. Wireless Photoactivated Targeted Nanosystem for Oncotherapy Via Synergistic Effects of Hyperthermia/Redox Stress Amplification/GSK-3β Activity Inhibition. NANO LETTERS 2024; 24:347-355. [PMID: 38149649 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.3c04063] [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: 12/28/2023]
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Highly soluble salts and gas mediated therapies are emerging antitumor strategies. However, the therapeutic efficacy remains restricted by difficulty in delivering them to the tumor site and poorly controlled release in deep tissues. Here, an intelligent wireless photoactivated targeted nanosystem is designed for delivering LiCl and H2 to tumors for therapy. LiCl causes cell death by inhibiting the activity of GSK-3β. H2 selectively interacts with reactive oxygen species in the tumor, leading to redox stress, which induces apoptosis. The significant heat generated by the nanosystem not only kills tumor cells but also accelerates the dissolution of LiCl and the release of H2. The rapid dissolution of LiCl leads to a surge in intracellular osmotic pressure, which further intensifies the redox stress response and enhances the efficiency of therapy. The nanosystem shows efficient tumor therapeutic capability via synergistic effects of hyperthermia/redox stress amplification/GSK-3β activity inhibition.
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- Yuan Liang
- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, Jilin 130022, China
- University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, China
- Ganjiang Innovation Academy, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ganzhou, Jiangxi 341000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, Jilin 130022, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, Jilin 130022, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, Jilin 130022, China
- University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, Jilin 130022, China
- University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, Jilin 130022, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Rare Earth Resource Utilization, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun, Jilin 130022, China
- University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, China
- Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China
- Ganjiang Innovation Academy, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ganzhou, Jiangxi 341000, China
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Xu K, Zhang S, Zhuang X, Zhang G, Tang Y, Pang H. Recent progress of MOF-functionalized nanocomposites: From structure to properties. Adv Colloid Interface Sci 2024; 323:103050. [PMID: 38086152 DOI: 10.1016/j.cis.2023.103050] [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: 06/20/2023] [Revised: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 11/06/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2024]
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Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are novel crystalline porous materials assembled from metal ions and organic ligands. The adaptability of their design and the fine-tuning of the pore structures make them stand out in porous materials. Furthermore, by integrating MOF guest functional materials with other hosts, the novel composites have synergistic benefits in numerous fields such as batteries, supercapacitors, catalysis, gas storage and separation, sensors, and drug delivery. This article starts by examining the structural relationship between the host and guest materials, providing a comprehensive overview of the research advancements in various types of MOF-functionalized composites reported to date. The review focuses specifically on four types of spatial structures, including MOFs being (1) embedded in nanopores, (2) immobilized on surface, (3) coated as shells and (4) assembled into hybrids. In addition, specific design ideas for these four MOF-based composites are presented. Some of them involve in situ synthesis method, solvothermal method, etc. The specific properties and applications of these materials are also mentioned. Finally, a brief summary of the advantages of these four types of MOF composites is given. Hopefully, this article will help researchers in the design of MOF composite structures.
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- Kun Xu
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Testing Center, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Testing Center, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Testing Center, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Testing Center, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Testing Center, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Testing Center, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou 225009, PR China.
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Wei X, Huang H, Guo J, Li N, Li Q, Zhao T, Yang G, Cai L, Yang H, Wu C, Liu Y. Biomimetic Nano-Immunoactivator via Ionic Metabolic Modulation for Strengthened NIR-II Photothermal Immunotherapy. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2023; 19:e2304370. [PMID: 37587781 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202304370] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2023] [Indexed: 08/18/2023]
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Reprogramming the immunologically "cold" environment of solid tumors is currently becoming the mainstream strategy to elicit powerful and systemic anticancer immunity. Here, a facile and biomimetic nano-immunnoactivator (CuS/Z@M4T1 ) is detailed by engineering a Zn2+ -bonded zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) with CuS nanodots (NDs) and cancer cell membrane for amplified near-infrared-II (NIR-II) photothermal immunotherapy via Zn2+ metabolic modulation. Taking advantage of the NIR-II photothermal effect of CuS NDs and the acidic responsiveness of ZIF-8, CuS/Z@M4T1 rapidly causes intracellular Zn2+ pool overload and disturbs the metabolic flux of 4T1 cells, which effectively hamper the production of heat shock proteins and relieve the resistance of photothermal therapy (PTT). Thus, amplified immunogenic cell death is evoked and initiates the immune cascade both in vivo and in vitro as demonstrated by dendritic cells maturation and T-cell infiltration. Further combination with antiprogrammed death 1 (aPD-1) achieves escalated antitumor efficacy which eliminates the primary, distant tumor and avidly inhibits lung metastasis due to cooperation of enhanced photothermal stimulation and empowerment of cytotoxic T lymphocytes by aPD-1. Collectively, this work provides the first report of using the intrinsic modulation property of meta-organometallic ZIF-8 for enhanced cancer photoimmunotherapy together with aPD-1, thereby inspiring a novel combined paradigm of ion-rich nanomaterials for cancer treatment.
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- Xiaodan Wei
- Department of Pharmacy, Personalized Drug Therapy Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, and School of Life Science and Technology, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610054, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Personalized Drug Therapy Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, and School of Life Science and Technology, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610054, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Personalized Drug Therapy Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, and School of Life Science and Technology, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610054, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Personalized Drug Therapy Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, and School of Life Science and Technology, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610054, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Personalized Drug Therapy Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, and School of Life Science and Technology, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610054, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Personalized Drug Therapy Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, and School of Life Science and Technology, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610054, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Personalized Drug Therapy Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, and School of Life Science and Technology, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610054, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Personalized Drug Therapy Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, and School of Life Science and Technology, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610054, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Personalized Drug Therapy Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, and School of Life Science and Technology, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610054, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Personalized Drug Therapy Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, and School of Life Science and Technology, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610054, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Personalized Drug Therapy Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Sichuan Provincial People's Hospital, and School of Life Science and Technology, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610054, P. R. China
- TCM Regulating Metabolic Diseases Key Laboratory of Sichuan Province, Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 39 Shi-er-qiao Road, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610072, P. R. China
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Chen H, Bao P, Lv Y, Luo R, Deng J, Yan Y, Ding D, Gao H. Enhancing NIR-II Imaging and Photothermal Therapy for Improved Oral Cancer Theranostics by Combining TICT and Aggregation-Induced Emission. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023. [PMID: 38019760 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c14905] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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In the treatment process of cancers like oral cancer, it is necessary to employ extensive surgical resection to achieve cancer eradication. However, this often results in damage to crucial functions such as chewing and speaking, leading to a poorer prognosis and a reduced quality of life. To address this issue, a multifunctional theranostic agent named MBPN-T-BTD has been developed by precisely modulating the excitation state energy distribution in the radiative/nonradiative decay pathways using the characteristics of twisted intramolecular charge transfer and aggregation-induced emission. This agent outperforms clinically utilized indocyanine green (ICG) in various aspects, including the second near-infrared window (NIR-II, 1000-1700 nm) fluorescence (FL) and photothermal conversion efficiency (PCE). Its nanoparticle form (BTB NPs) can be effectively used for high-contrast delineation of lymph node mapping and tongue and floor of mouth cancers using NIR-II FL, enabling surgeons to achieve more precise and thorough tumor clearance. For tumors located in close proximity to vital organs such as the tongue, the exceptional PCE (71.96%) of BTB NPs allows for targeted photothermal ablation with minimal damage to peripheral healthy tissues. This contribution provides a safer and more effective paradigm for minimally invasive or noninvasive treatment of oral cancer, ensuring the preservation of normal organ functions and showing potential for improving the overall prognosis and quality of life for cancer patients.
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- Haitao Chen
- Department of Oromaxillofacial-Head and Neck Surgery, Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nankai University, Tianjin 300041, P. R. China
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Function Reconstruction, Tianjin 300041, P. R. China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Function Reconstruction, Tianjin 300041, P. R. China
- Department of Endodontics, Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nankai University, Tianjin 300041, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Cell Responses, State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, Key Laboratory of Bioactive Materials, Ministry of Education, and College of Life Sciences, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, P. R. China
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- Department of Oromaxillofacial-Head and Neck Surgery, Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nankai University, Tianjin 300041, P. R. China
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Function Reconstruction, Tianjin 300041, P. R. China
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- School of Stomatology, Hospital of Stomatology, Tianjin Medical University, 12 Observatory Road, Tianjin 300070, P. R. China
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- Department of Oromaxillofacial-Head and Neck Surgery, Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nankai University, Tianjin 300041, P. R. China
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Function Reconstruction, Tianjin 300041, P. R. China
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- Department of Oromaxillofacial-Head and Neck Surgery, Tianjin Stomatological Hospital, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Nankai University, Tianjin 300041, P. R. China
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Function Reconstruction, Tianjin 300041, P. R. China
- Frontiers Science Center for Cell Responses, State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, Key Laboratory of Bioactive Materials, Ministry of Education, and College of Life Sciences, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Cell Responses, State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, Key Laboratory of Bioactive Materials, Ministry of Education, and College of Life Sciences, Nankai University, Tianjin 300071, P. R. China
- College of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering, College of Materials Science and Engineering, Center for AIE Research, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, Guangdong 518060, P. R. China
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Sadeghi MS, Sangrizeh FH, Jahani N, Abedin MS, Chaleshgari S, Ardakan AK, Baeelashaki R, Ranjbarpazuki G, Rahmanian P, Zandieh MA, Nabavi N, Aref AR, Salimimoghadam S, Rashidi M, Rezaee A, Hushmandi K. Graphene oxide nanoarchitectures in cancer therapy: Drug and gene delivery, phototherapy, immunotherapy, and vaccine development. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 237:117027. [PMID: 37659647 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.117027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2023] [Revised: 08/19/2023] [Accepted: 08/29/2023] [Indexed: 09/04/2023]
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The latest advancements in oncology involves the creation of multifunctional nanostructures. The integration of nanoparticles into the realm of cancer therapy has brought about a transformative shift, revolutionizing the approach to addressing existing challenges and limitations in tumor elimination. This is particularly crucial in combating the emergence of resistance, which has significantly undermined the effectiveness of treatments like chemotherapy and radiotherapy. GO stands as a carbon-derived nanoparticle that is increasingly finding utility across diverse domains, notably in the realm of biomedicine. The utilization of GO nanostructures holds promise in the arena of oncology, enabling precise transportation of drugs and genetic material to targeted sites. GO nanomaterials offer the opportunity to enhance the pharmacokinetic behavior and bioavailability of drugs, with documented instances of these nanocarriers elevating drug accumulation at the tumor location. The GO nanostructures encapsulate genes, shielding them from degradation and facilitating their uptake within cancer cells, thereby promoting efficient gene silencing. The capability of GO to facilitate phototherapy has led to notable advancements in reducing tumor progression. By PDT and PTT combination, GO nanomaterials hold the capacity to diminish tumorigenesis. GO nanomaterials have the potential to trigger both cellular and innate immunity, making them promising contenders for vaccine development. Additionally, types of GO nanoparticles that respond to specific stimuli have been applied in cancer eradication, as well as for the purpose of cancer detection and biomarker diagnosis. Endocytosis serves as the mechanism through which GO nanomaterials are internalized. Given these advantages, the utilization of GO nanomaterials for tumor elimination comes highly recommended.
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- Mohammad Saleh Sadeghi
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Avian Diseases, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Quality Control, Division of Animal Feed Hygiene, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Islamic Azad University, Shabestar Branch, Shabestar, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Quality Control, Division of Epidemiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Urologic Sciences, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 1M9, Canada
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- Department of Cancer Biology, Center for Cancer Systems Biology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Department of Genetics, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA; Department of Translational Sciences, Xsphera Biosciences Inc. Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran; The Health of Plant and Livestock Products Research Center, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.
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- Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Quality Control, Division of Epidemiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
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Yang Y, Zhu Y, Wang K, Miao Y, Zhang Y, Gao J, Qin H, Zhang Y. Activation of autophagy by in situ Zn 2+ chelation reaction for enhanced tumor chemoimmunotherapy. Bioact Mater 2023; 29:116-131. [PMID: 37456582 PMCID: PMC10345225 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2023.06.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2023] [Revised: 06/21/2023] [Accepted: 06/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023] Open
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Chemotherapy can induce a robust T cell antitumor immune response by triggering immunogenic cell death (ICD), a process in which tumor cells convert from nonimmunogenic to immunogenic forms. However, the antitumor immune response of ICD remains limited due to the low immunogenicity of tumor cells and the immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment. Although autophagy is involved in activating tumor immunity, the synergistic role of autophagy in ICD remains elusive and challenging. Herein, we report an autophagy amplification strategy using an ion-chelation reaction to augment chemoimmunotherapy in cancer treatments based on zinc ion (Zn2+)-doped, disulfiram (DSF)-loaded mesoporous silica nanoparticles (DSF@Zn-DMSNs). Upon pH-sensitive biodegradation of DSF@Zn-DMSNs, Zn2+ and DSF are coreleased in the mildly acidic tumor microenvironment, leading to the formation of toxic Zn2+ chelate through an in situ chelation reaction. Consequently, this chelate not only significantly stimulates cellular apoptosis and generates damage-associated molecular patterns (DAMPs) but also activates autophagy, which mediates the amplified release of DAMPs to enhance ICD. In vivo results demonstrated that DSF@Zn-DMSNs exhibit strong therapeutic efficacy via in situ ion chelation and possess the ability to activate autophagy, thus enhancing immunotherapy by promoting the infiltration of T cells. This study provides a smart in situ chelation strategy with tumor microenvironment-responsive autophagy amplification to achieve high tumor chemoimmunotherapy efficacy and biosafety.
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- Yang Yang
- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
- School of Medicine, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, PR China
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- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
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- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
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- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
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- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
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- Changhai Clinical Research Unit, Shanghai Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, PR China
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- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
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- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
- School of Medicine, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, PR China
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Zhou X, Zhou A, Tian Z, Chen W, Xu Y, Ning X, Chen K. A Responsive Nanorobot Modulates Intracellular Zinc Homeostasis to Amplify Mitochondria-Targeted Phototherapy. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2023; 19:e2302952. [PMID: 37434337 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202302952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2023] [Revised: 06/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/13/2023]
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Zinc has been proven to interweave with many critical cell death pathways, and not only exhibits potent anticancer activity solely, but sensitizes cancer cells to anticancer treatment, making zinc supplementation ideal for boosting odds against malignancy. Herein, a smart nanorobot (termed as Zinger) is developed, composed of iRGD-functionalized liposome encapsulating black phosphorus nanosheet (BPNs) doped zeolite imidazole framework-8 (BPN@ZIF-8), for advancing zinc-promoted photodynamic therapy (PDT). Zinger exhibits photo-triggered sequential mitochondria-targeting ability, and can induce zinc overload-mediated mitochondrial stress, which consequently sensitized tumor to PDT through synergistically modulating reactive oxygen species (ROS) production and p53 pathway. It is identified that Zinger selectively triggered intracellular zinc overload and photodynamic effect in cancer cells, which together enhanced PDT treatment outcomes. Importantly, Zinger shows high efficacy in overcoming various treatment barriers, allowing for effectively killing cancer cells in the complex circumstances. Particularly, Zinger exhibits good tumor accumulation, penetration, and even cell uptake, and can respond to light stimulation to eliminate tumors while avoiding normal tissues, thereby prolonging survival of tumor-bearing mice. Therefore, the study provides a novel insight in the development of novel zinc-associated therapy for advancing cancer treatment approaches.
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- Xinyuan Zhou
- National Laboratory of Solid State Microstructures, Collaborative Innovation Center of Advanced Microstructures, Chemistry and Biomedicine Innovation Center, College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Artificial Functional Materials, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210093, P. R. China
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- National Laboratory of Solid State Microstructures, Collaborative Innovation Center of Advanced Microstructures, Chemistry and Biomedicine Innovation Center, School of Physics, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Artificial Functional Materials, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210093, P. R. China
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- School of Information Science and Engineering (School of Cyber Science and Engineering), Xinjiang University, Urumqi, 830046, P. R. China
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- National Laboratory of Solid State Microstructures, Collaborative Innovation Center of Advanced Microstructures, Chemistry and Biomedicine Innovation Center, College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Artificial Functional Materials, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210093, P. R. China
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- National Laboratory of Solid State Microstructures, Collaborative Innovation Center of Advanced Microstructures, Chemistry and Biomedicine Innovation Center, College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Artificial Functional Materials, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210093, P. R. China
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- National Laboratory of Solid State Microstructures, Collaborative Innovation Center of Advanced Microstructures, Chemistry and Biomedicine Innovation Center, College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Artificial Functional Materials, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210093, P. R. China
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- National Laboratory of Solid State Microstructures, Collaborative Innovation Center of Advanced Microstructures, Chemistry and Biomedicine Innovation Center, College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Artificial Functional Materials, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210093, P. R. China
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Li DY, Jiang YJ, Nie KH, Li J, Li YF, Huang CZ, Li CM. Rational design of genotyping nanodevice for HPV subtype distinction. Anal Chim Acta 2023; 1276:341651. [PMID: 37573127 DOI: 10.1016/j.aca.2023.341651] [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: 06/14/2023] [Revised: 07/20/2023] [Accepted: 07/21/2023] [Indexed: 08/14/2023]
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There are more than 200 subtypes of human papillomavirus (HPV), and high-risk HPVs are a leading cause of cervical cancer. Identifying the genotypes of HPV is significant for clinical diagnosis and cancer control. Herein, we used programmable and modified DNA as the backbone to construct fluorescent genotyping nanodevice for HPV subtype distinction. In our strategy, the dye-labeled single-stranded recognize-DNA (R-DNA) was hybridized with Black Hole Quencher (BHQ) labeled single-stranded link-DNA (L-DNA) to form three functionalized DNA (RL-DNA). Through the extension of polycytosine (poly-C) in L-DNA, three RL-DNAs can be more firmly adsorbed on graphene oxide to construct reliable genotyping nanodevice. The genotyping nanodevice had low background noise since the dual energy transfer, including Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET) from dye to BHQ and the resonance energy transfer (RET) from dye to graphene oxide. Meanwhile, the programmability of DNA allows the proposed strategy to simultaneously and selectively distinguish several HPV subtypes in solution using DNA labeled with different dyes. To demonstrate clinical potential, we show multiplexed assay of HPV subtypes in cervical scrapes, and it has been successfully applied in HPV-DNA analysis in cervical scrapes samples. The genotyping nanodevice could be developed for simultaneous and multiplex analysis of several oligonucleotides in a homogeneous solution by adjusting the recognition sequence, demonstrating its potential application in the rapid screening of multiple biomarkers.
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- De Yu Li
- Key Laboratory of Luminescence Analysis and Molecular Sensing (Southwest University), Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, China
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- Key Laboratory of Luminescent and Real-Time Analytical System (Southwest University), Chongqing Science and Technology Bureau, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, China
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- Key Laboratory of Luminescent and Real-Time Analytical System (Southwest University), Chongqing Science and Technology Bureau, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, China
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- Key Laboratory of Luminescent and Real-Time Analytical System (Southwest University), Chongqing Science and Technology Bureau, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, China
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- Key Laboratory of Luminescence Analysis and Molecular Sensing (Southwest University), Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Luminescent and Real-Time Analytical System (Southwest University), Chongqing Science and Technology Bureau, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, China
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- Key Laboratory of Luminescent and Real-Time Analytical System (Southwest University), Chongqing Science and Technology Bureau, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Southwest University, Chongqing, 400715, China
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Báez DF. Graphene-Based Nanomaterials for Photothermal Therapy in Cancer Treatment. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:2286. [PMID: 37765255 PMCID: PMC10535159 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15092286] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2023] [Revised: 08/17/2023] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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Graphene-based nanomaterials (GBNMs), specifically graphene oxide (GO) and reduced graphene oxide (rGO), have shown great potential in cancer therapy owing to their physicochemical properties. As GO and rGO strongly absorb light in the near-infrared (NIR) region, they are useful in photothermal therapy (PTT) for cancer treatment. However, despite the structural similarities of GO and rGO, they exhibit different influences on anticancer treatment due to their different photothermal capacities. In this review, various characterization techniques used to compare the structural features of GO and rGO are first outlined. Then, a comprehensive summary and discussion of the applicability of GBNMs in the context of PTT for diverse cancer types are presented. This discussion includes the integration of PTT with secondary therapeutic strategies, with a particular focus on the photothermal capacity achieved through near-infrared irradiation parameters and the modifications implemented. Furthermore, a dedicated section is devoted to studies on hybrid magnetic-GBNMs. Finally, the challenges and prospects associated with the utilization of GBNM in PTT, with a primary emphasis on the potential for clinical translation, are addressed.
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- Daniela F. Báez
- Escuela de Medicina, Universidad de Talca, Talca 3460000, Chile;
- Instituto de Investigación Interdisciplinaria, Vicerrectoría Académica, Universidad de Talca, Talca 3460000, Chile
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Kang H, Chen L, Li Q, Chen H, Zhang L. Dual-Oxygenation/Dual-Fenton Synergistic Photothermal/Chemodynamic/Starvation Therapy for Tumor Treatment. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023; 15:15129-15139. [PMID: 36919267 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c22578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Due to the complexity of tumor pathogenesis and the heterogeneity of the tumor microenvironment (TME), it is difficult to obtain satisfactory efficacy with a single therapy. In this study, a hyaluronic acid (HA)-modified ruthenium nanoaggregate (RuNA) and glucose oxidase (GOD) -loaded manganese dioxide (MnO2) nanoflowers (MRG@HA) have been prepared. RuNA and MnO2 nanoflowers can generate O2 in TME, alleviating tumor tissue hypoxia. RuNA is a good photothermal agent for high-temperature ablation of solid tumors under infrared laser irradiation. GOD consumes glucose in the presence of O2 and converts it into glucuronic acid and hydrogen peroxide, reducing tumor nutrient supply while promoting Fenton-like reactions of MnO2 nanoflowers and RuNA to produce cytotoxic hydroxyl radicals. MRG@HA can also actively target tumor cells through the affinity of HA and CD44 receptor to improve the antitumor effect. In vitro and in vivo studies have confirmed the synergistic effect of MRG@HA with tumor photothermal/chemodynamic/starvation therapy, showing its great potential for clinical application in tumor therapy.
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- Hongmei Kang
- Chongqing Research Center for Pharmaceutical Engineering, Chongqing Key Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, Chongqing Medical University, No. 1, Yixueyuan Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing 400016, China
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- Chongqing Research Center for Pharmaceutical Engineering, Chongqing Key Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, Chongqing Medical University, No. 1, Yixueyuan Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing 400016, China
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- Chongqing Research Center for Pharmaceutical Engineering, Chongqing Key Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, Chongqing Medical University, No. 1, Yixueyuan Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing 400016, China
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- Chongqing Research Center for Pharmaceutical Engineering, Chongqing Key Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, Chongqing Medical University, No. 1, Yixueyuan Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing 400016, China
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- Chongqing Research Center for Pharmaceutical Engineering, Chongqing Key Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, Chongqing Medical University, No. 1, Yixueyuan Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing 400016, China
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Wang YN, Yu L, Wang T, Liu S. Apolipoprotein E facilitates titanium implant osseointegration by regulating osteogenesis-lipogenesis balance. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 236:123998. [PMID: 36906203 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.123998] [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: 01/28/2023] [Revised: 03/04/2023] [Accepted: 03/06/2023] [Indexed: 03/11/2023]
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Apolipoprotein E (ApoE), a protein closely related to various metabolic diseases, is recently considered to play an essential role in bone metabolism. However, the effect and mechanism of ApoE on implant osseointegration have not been clarified. This study aims to investigate the influence of additional ApoE supplementation in regulating the osteogenesis-lipogenesis balance on bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMMSCs) cultured on titanium surface, and the effect of ApoE on the osseointegration of titanium implants. In vivo, the bone volume/total volume (BV/TV) and the bone-implant contact (BIC) significantly elevated in the exogenous supplement of ApoE group, compared with the Normal group. Meanwhile, the adipocyte area proportion around the implant dramatically decreased after 4-week healing. In vitro, the additional ApoE substantially drove the osteogenic differentiation of BMMSCs cultured on the titanium surface and inhibit their lipogenic differentiation as well as lipid droplet accumulation. These results suggest that ApoE, by mediating the differentiation of stem cells on the surface of titanium with this macromolecular protein, is deeply involved in facilitating titanium implant osseointegration, which reveals the potential mechanism and proposes a promising solution for further improving the osseointegration of titanium implants.
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- Ya-Nan Wang
- Department of Implantology, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University & Shandong Key Laboratory of Oral Tissue Regeneration & Shandong Engineering Laboratory for Dental Materials and Oral Tissue Regeneration & Shandong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Jinan, Shandong 250012, China
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- Department of Periodontology, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University & Shandong Key Laboratory of Oral Tissue Regeneration & Shandong Engineering Laboratory for Dental Materials and Oral Tissue Regeneration & Shandong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Jinan, Shandong 250012, China
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- Department of General Dentistry, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University & Shandong Key Laboratory of Oral Tissue Regeneration & Shandong Engineering Laboratory for Dental Materials and Oral Tissue Regeneration & Shandong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Jinan, Shandong 250012, China
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- Department of Implantology, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University & Shandong Key Laboratory of Oral Tissue Regeneration & Shandong Engineering Laboratory for Dental Materials and Oral Tissue Regeneration & Shandong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Jinan, Shandong 250012, China; Department of Periodontology, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University & Shandong Key Laboratory of Oral Tissue Regeneration & Shandong Engineering Laboratory for Dental Materials and Oral Tissue Regeneration & Shandong Provincial Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Jinan, Shandong 250012, China.
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Yao J, Zhang A, Qiu Y, Li Z, Wu X, Li Z, Wu A, Yang F. Navigating zinc-involved nanomedicine in oncotherapy. NANOSCALE 2023; 15:4261-4276. [PMID: 36756840 DOI: 10.1039/d2nr06857e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Zinc (Zn), extolled as "the flower of life" in modern medicine, has been extensively highlighted with its physiological functions to maintain growth, development, and metabolism homeostasis. Driven by the substantial advancement of nanotechnology and oncology, Zn-involved nanomedicines integrating the intrinsic bioactivity of Zn species and the physiochemical attributes of Zn-composed nanosystems have blazed a highly efficient and relatively biosafe antineoplastic path. In this review, we aim to highlight and discuss the recent representative modalities of emerging Zn-involved oncology nanomedicine, mainly emphasizing the rational design, biological effect and biosafety, and therapeutic strategies. In addition, we provide the underlying critical obstacles and future perspectives of Zn-involved oncology nanomedicines, primarily focusing on the chances and challenges of clinical translation. Furthermore, we hope the review can give rise to opportunities within oncology nanomedicine and other biomedical fields, promoting the prosperity and progress of the "Zincic Age".
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- Junlie Yao
- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P. R. China
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
- Cixi Biomedical Research Institute, Wenzhou Medical University, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
- Cixi Biomedical Research Institute, Wenzhou Medical University, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
- Cixi Biomedical Research Institute, Wenzhou Medical University, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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Sun S, Yu M, Yu L, Huang W, Zhu M, Fu Y, Yan L, Wang Q, Ji X, Zhao J, Wu M. Nrf2 silencing amplifies DNA photooxidative damage to activate the STING pathway for synergistic tumor immunotherapy. Biomaterials 2023; 296:122068. [PMID: 36868032 DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2023.122068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2022] [Revised: 02/21/2023] [Accepted: 02/25/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2023]
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Photodynamic therapy (PDT)-mediated antitumor immune response depends on oxidative stress intensity and subsequent immunogenic cell death (ICD) in tumor cells, yet the inherent antioxidant system restricts reactive oxygen species (ROS)-associated oxidative damage, which is highly correlated with the upregulated nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) and the downstream products, such as glutathione (GSH). Herein, to overcome this dilemma, we designed a versatile nanoadjuvant (RI@Z-P) to enhance the sensitivity of tumor cells to oxidative stress via Nrf2-specific small interfering RNA (siNrf2). The constructed RI@Z-P could significantly amplify photooxidative stress and achieve robust DNA oxidative damage, activating the stimulator of interferon genes (STING)-dependent immune-sensing to produce interferon-β (IFN-β). Additionally, RI@Z-P together with laser irradiation reinforced tumor immunogenicity by exposing or releasing damage-associated molecular patterns (DAMPs), showing the prominent adjuvant effect for promoting dendritic cell (DC) maturation and T-lymphocyte activation and even alleviating the immunosuppressive microenvironment to some extent.
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- Shengjie Sun
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Shenzhen), Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen, 518107, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Shenzhen), Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen, 518107, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Shenzhen), Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen, 518107, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Shenzhen), Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen, 518107, China
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- Department of Burn and Plastic Surgery, Department of Wound Repair, Shenzhen Institute of Translational Medicine, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518035, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Shenzhen), Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen, 518107, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Shenzhen), Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen, 518107, China
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- The Seventh Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen, 518107, China
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- Academy of Medical Engineering and Translational Medicine, Medical College, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, China.
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- The Seventh Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen, 518107, China.
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Shenzhen), Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen, 518107, China.
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Li Z, Chu Z, Yang J, Qian H, Xu J, Chen B, Tian T, Chen H, Xu Y, Wang F. Immunogenic Cell Death Augmented by Manganese Zinc Sulfide Nanoparticles for Metastatic Melanoma Immunotherapy. ACS NANO 2022; 16:15471-15483. [PMID: 35981098 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.2c08013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 34.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Both T-cell deprivation and insufficient tumor immunogenicity seriously hinder the efficacy of immune-mediated tumor destruction in melanoma. In this work, an amphiphilic polyethylene glycol-poly(2-hexoxy-2-oxo-1,3,2-dioxaphospholane) copolymer with a thermally sensitive flowable core (mPEG-b-PHEP) was chosen to incorporate IR780 dye and manganese zinc sulfide nanoparticles (ZMS) to form polymer micelles (denoted PPIR780-ZMS), which precisely controlled the release of ZMS after being triggered by near-infrared light (NIR). Mn2+-mediated chemodynamic therapy (CDT) by photothermal trigger boosted the generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS), making the PPIR780-ZMS smart bomblets in vivo. It was demonstrated that PPIR780-ZMS could maximize immunogenic cell death (ICD) in cancer, which is characterized by abundant damage-associated molecular pattern (DAMP) exposure. As a result, the cytotoxic T cells (CD8+) and helper T cells (CD4+) expanded and infiltrated the neoplastic foci, which further reprogrammed the suppressive tumor microenvironment (TME) against the primary tumor and pulmonary metastases with safe systemic cytokine expression. In addition, Mn2+-mediated cGAS-STING signaling pathway activation enhanced the antitumor immunity of this nanocomposite, providing a practical strategy for expanding the use of Mn-based nanostructures.
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- Zhu Li
- Department of Dermatology, The Seventh Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Shenzhen, Guangdong 518107, P. R. China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Research and Engineering Center of Biomedical Materials, Anhui Provincial Institute of Translational Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui 230032, P. R. China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Research and Engineering Center of Biomedical Materials, Anhui Provincial Institute of Translational Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui 230032, P. R. China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Research and Engineering Center of Biomedical Materials, Anhui Provincial Institute of Translational Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui 230032, P. R. China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Seventh Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Shenzhen, Guangdong 518107, P. R. China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Research and Engineering Center of Biomedical Materials, Anhui Provincial Institute of Translational Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui 230032, P. R. China
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- Department of Oncology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui 230036, P. R. China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Research and Engineering Center of Biomedical Materials, Anhui Provincial Institute of Translational Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui 230032, P. R. China
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- Department of Dermatology, The Seventh Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Shenzhen, Guangdong 518107, P. R. China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Digestive Cancer Research and The Seventh Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Shenzhen, Guangdong 518107, P. R. China
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