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Chen K, Zhu L, Li J, Zhang Y, Yu Y, Wang X, Wei W, Huang K, Xu W. High-content tailoring strategy to improve the multifunctionality of functional nucleic acids. Biosens Bioelectron 2024; 261:116494. [PMID: 38901394 DOI: 10.1016/j.bios.2024.116494] [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: 05/08/2024] [Revised: 05/30/2024] [Accepted: 06/11/2024] [Indexed: 06/22/2024]
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Functional nucleic acids (FNAs) have attracted increasing attention in recent years due to their diverse physiological functions. The understanding of their conformational recognition mechanisms has advanced through nucleic acid tailoring strategies and sequence optimization. With the development of the FNA tailoring techniques, they have become a methodological guide for nucleic acid repurposing. Therefore, it is necessary to systematize the relationship between FNA tailoring strategies and the development of nucleic acid multifunctionality. This review systematically categorizes eight types of FNA multifunctionality, and introduces the traditional FNA tailoring strategy from five aspects, including deletion, substitution, splitting, fusion and elongation. Based on the current state of FNA modification, a new generation of FNA tailoring strategy, called the high-content tailoring strategy, was unprecedentedly proposed to improve FNA multifunctionality. In addition, the multiple applications of rational tailoring-driven FNA performance enhancement in various fields were comprehensively summarized. The limitations and potential of FNA tailoring and repurposing in the future are also explored in this review. In summary, this review introduces a novel tailoring theory, systematically summarizes eight FNA performance enhancements, and provides a systematic overview of tailoring applications across all categories of FNAs. The high-content tailoring strategy is expected to expand the application scenarios of FNAs in biosensing, biomedicine and materials science, thus promoting the synergistic development of various fields.
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- Keren Chen
- Food Laboratory of Zhongyuan, Key Laboratory of Precision Nutrition and Food Quality, Department of Nutrition and Health, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100193, China
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- Food Laboratory of Zhongyuan, Key Laboratory of Precision Nutrition and Food Quality, Department of Nutrition and Health, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100193, China
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- Key Laboratory of Safety Assessment of Genetically Modified Organism (Food Safety), College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Food Laboratory of Zhongyuan, Key Laboratory of Precision Nutrition and Food Quality, Department of Nutrition and Health, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100193, China
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- Food Laboratory of Zhongyuan, Key Laboratory of Precision Nutrition and Food Quality, Department of Nutrition and Health, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100193, China
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- Key Laboratory of Traceability for Agricultural Genetically Modified Organisms, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou, 310021, China
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- Key Laboratory of Traceability for Agricultural Genetically Modified Organisms, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Hangzhou, 310021, China
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- Key Laboratory of Safety Assessment of Genetically Modified Organism (Food Safety), College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Food Laboratory of Zhongyuan, Key Laboratory of Precision Nutrition and Food Quality, Department of Nutrition and Health, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100193, China; Key Laboratory of Safety Assessment of Genetically Modified Organism (Food Safety), College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100083, China.
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Li Z, Wang H, Gao Y, Chen J, Gu G, Liu J, Chen Y, Guo X, Wang Y. Microfluidic-Assisted Self-Assembly of Molecular Hydrogelator at Water-Water Interfaces for Continuous Fabrication of Supramolecular Microcapsules. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024:e2403085. [PMID: 39051965 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202403085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2024] [Revised: 06/25/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024]
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Control over the self-assembly of small molecules at specific areas is of great interest for many high-tech applications, yet remains a formidable challenge. Here, how the self-assembly of hydrazone-based molecular hydrogelators can be specifically triggered at water-water interfaces for the continuous fabrication of supramolecular microcapsules by virtue of the microfluidic technique is demonstrated. The non-assembling hydrazide- and aldehyde-based hydrogelator precursors are distributed in two immiscible aqueous polymer solutions, respectively, through spontaneous phase separation. In the presence of catalysts, hydrazone-based hydrogelators rapidly form and self-assemble into hydrogel networks at the generated water-water interfaces. Relying on the microfluidic technique, microcapsules bearing a shell of supramolecular hydrogel are continuously produced. The obtained microcapsules can effectively load enzymes, enabling localized enzymatic growth of supramolecular fibrous supramolecular structures, reminiscent of the self-assembly of biological filaments within living cells. This work may contribute to the development of biomimetic supramolecular carriers for applications in biomedicine and fundamental research, for instance, the construction of protocells.
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- Zhongqi Li
- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, P. R. China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory for Intelligent Sensing and Detection Technology, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai, 200237, P. R. China
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Zhu T, Fan B, He Z, Fan Z, He B, Miao W, Huang R. Self-Assembled DNA Microflowers for Platelet-Derived Extracellular Vesicle Isolation and Infected Wound Healing. Biomacromolecules 2024. [PMID: 38985329 DOI: 10.1021/acs.biomac.4c00398] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/11/2024]
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Platelet-derived extracellular vesicles (PEVs) showing great potential in wound healing have attracted increasing attention recently. Nondestructive isolation and effective utilization strategies are highly conducive for PEVs developing into recognized therapeutic entities. Here, we present an efficient strategy for PEV isolation and bacterial infected wound healing based on self-assembled DNA microflowers. First, DNA microflowers are prepared using rolling circle amplification. Then, the hydrophobic interaction between cholesteryl modified on DNA microflowers and the phospholipid bilayer membrane of PEVs leads to the formation of a network structure with improved mechanical strength and the separation of PEVs from biological samples. Finally, controlled release of PEVs is achieved through bacterial-induced hydrogel degradation. In vitro experiments demonstrate the obtained DNA hydrogel with good cytocompatibility and therapeutic potential. Taken together, the DNA microflower-based hydrogels with bioadhesive, self-healing, tunable mechanical properties and bacteria-responsive behavior offer substantial potential for EV isolation and wound healing.
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- Tong Zhu
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, P. R. China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210006, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, P. R. China
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Nanjing First Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210006, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Materials-Oriented Chemical Engineering, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, P. R. China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nanjing Tech University, Nanjing 211816, P. R. China
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Cao L, Yang X, Li Y, Yang Y, Liu Q, Bottini M, Jin Y, Wang B, Zhang J, Liang XJ. Near-Infrared Light-Activatable DNA Tentacles for Efficient Inhibition of Tumor Metastasis by Bio-Orthogonal Cell Assembly. ACS NANO 2024; 18:18046-18057. [PMID: 38937261 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c05216] [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: 06/29/2024]
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Tumor metastasis remains a major challenge in cancer management. Among various treatment strategies, immune cell-based cancer therapy holds a great potential for inhibiting metastasis. However, its wide application in cancer therapy is restricted by complex preparations, as well as inadequate homing and controllability. Herein, we present a groundbreaking approach for bioorthogonally manipulating tumor-NK (natural killer) cell assembly to inhibit tumor metastasis. Multiple dibenzocyclootyne (DBCO) groups decorated long single-stranded DNA were tail-modified on core-shell upconversion nanoparticles (CSUCNPs) and condensed by photosensitive chemical linker (PC-Linker) DNA to shield most of the DBCO groups. On the one hand, the light-triggered DNA scaffolds formed a cross-linked network by click chemistry, effectively impeding tumor cell migration. On the other hand, the efficient cellular assembly facilitated the effective communication between tumor cells and NK-92 cells, leading to enhanced immune response against tumors and further suppression of tumor metastasis. These features make our strategy highly applicable to a wide range of metastatic cancers.
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- Lingzhi Cao
- Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Diagnosis of the Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of New Pharmaceutical Preparations and Excipients, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Chemical Biology Key Laboratory of Hebei Province, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Diagnosis of the Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of New Pharmaceutical Preparations and Excipients, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Chemical Biology Key Laboratory of Hebei Province, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Diagnosis of the Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of New Pharmaceutical Preparations and Excipients, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Chemical Biology Key Laboratory of Hebei Province, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Diagnosis of the Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of New Pharmaceutical Preparations and Excipients, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Chemical Biology Key Laboratory of Hebei Province, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Diagnosis of the Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of New Pharmaceutical Preparations and Excipients, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Chemical Biology Key Laboratory of Hebei Province, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, PR China
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome 00133, Italy
- Sanford Burnham Prebys, La Jolla,California 92037, United States
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- College of Basic Medical Science, Key Laboratory of Pathogenesis Mechanism and Control of Inflammatory-autoimmune Diseases of Hebei Province, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, PR China
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- College of Basic Medical Science, Key Laboratory of Pathogenesis Mechanism and Control of Inflammatory-autoimmune Diseases of Hebei Province, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Diagnosis of the Ministry of Education, State Key Laboratory of New Pharmaceutical Preparations and Excipients, College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Chemical Biology Key Laboratory of Hebei Province, Hebei University, Baoding 071002, PR China
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- Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Center for Excellence in Nanoscience and CAS Key Laboratory for Biological Effects of Nanomaterials and Nanosafety, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Beijing 100190, PR China
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Tang J, Wang J, Ou J, Cui Z, Yao C, Yang D. A DNA/Poly-(L-lysine) Hydrogel with Long Shelf-Time for 3D Cell Culture. SMALL METHODS 2024; 8:e2301236. [PMID: 38351479 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202301236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2023] [Revised: 01/26/2024] [Indexed: 07/21/2024]
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Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)-based hydrogels are emerging as promising functional materials for biomedical applications. However, the shelf-time of DNA hydrogels in biological media is severely shortened by nucleases, which limit the application of DNA hydrogels. Herein, a DNA hydrogel with long shelf-time is reported for 3D cell culture. Poly-(L-lysine) (PLL) is introduced as both a cross-linker and a protectant. The electrostatic interaction between PLL and DNA drove the formation of hydrogel. PLL coating on DNA increased the steric hindrance between DNA and nucleases, thus weakening the digestion of nucleases toward phosphodiester bond. As a result, the shelf-time of DNA/PLL hydrogel for 3D cell culture is extended from generally 1 day to longer than 15 days, which has not been achieved previously. Notably, poly-AS1411-aptamers are integrated to DNA/PLL hydrogels for anchoring U87 cells, and the cell encapsulation efficiency of the DNA/PLL hydrogels with aptamer is 4-time higher than that of the hydrogels without aptamer. DNA/PLL hydrogel provided a favorable microenvironment to support the proliferation of cells, which formed cell spheroid in 15 days. This protective coating strategy solves the long-standing problem on the shelf-time of DNA hydrogel, and is envisioned to promote the development of DNA hydrogel in more biomedical applications.
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- Jianpu Tang
- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
- Department of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, College of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200438, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
- Department of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, College of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200438, P. R. China
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Peng Y, Liang S, Meng QF, Liu D, Ma K, Zhou M, Yun K, Rao L, Wang Z. Engineered Bio-Based Hydrogels for Cancer Immunotherapy. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2313188. [PMID: 38362813 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202313188] [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: 12/05/2023] [Revised: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/17/2024]
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Immunotherapy represents a revolutionary paradigm in cancer management, showcasing its potential to impede tumor metastasis and recurrence. Nonetheless, challenges including limited therapeutic efficacy and severe immune-related side effects are frequently encountered, especially in solid tumors. Hydrogels, a class of versatile materials featuring well-hydrated structures widely used in biomedicine, offer a promising platform for encapsulating and releasing small molecule drugs, biomacromolecules, and cells in a controlled manner. Immunomodulatory hydrogels present a unique capability for augmenting immune activation and mitigating systemic toxicity through encapsulation of multiple components and localized administration. Notably, hydrogels based on biopolymers have gained significant interest owing to their biocompatibility, environmental friendliness, and ease of production. This review delves into the recent advances in bio-based hydrogels in cancer immunotherapy and synergistic combinatorial approaches, highlighting their diverse applications. It is anticipated that this review will guide the rational design of hydrogels in the field of cancer immunotherapy, fostering clinical translation and ultimately benefiting patients.
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- Yuxuan Peng
- State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substance and Function of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Drug Delivery Technology and Novel Formulation, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substance and Function of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Drug Delivery Technology and Novel Formulation, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
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- Institute of Biomedical Health Technology and Engineering, Shenzhen Bay Laboratory, Shenzhen, 518132, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substance and Function of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Drug Delivery Technology and Novel Formulation, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substance and Function of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Drug Delivery Technology and Novel Formulation, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substance and Function of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Drug Delivery Technology and Novel Formulation, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substance and Function of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Drug Delivery Technology and Novel Formulation, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
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- Institute of Biomedical Health Technology and Engineering, Shenzhen Bay Laboratory, Shenzhen, 518132, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substance and Function of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Drug Delivery Technology and Novel Formulation, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100050, China
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Wu L, Yuan R, Wen T, Qin Y, Wang Y, Luo X, Liu JW. Recent advances in functional nucleic acid decorated nanomaterials for cancer imaging and therapy. Biomed Pharmacother 2024; 174:116546. [PMID: 38603885 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2024.116546] [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: 01/11/2024] [Revised: 03/19/2024] [Accepted: 04/04/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024] Open
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Nanomaterials possess unusual physicochemical properties including unique optical, magnetic, electronic properties, and large surface-to-volume ratio. However, nanomaterials face some challenges when they were applied in the field of biomedicine. For example, some nanomaterials suffer from the limitations such as poor selectivity and biocompatibility, low stability, and solubility. To address the above-mentioned obstacles, functional nucleic acid has been widely served as a powerful and versatile ligand for modifying nanomaterials because of their unique characteristics, such as ease of modification, excellent biocompatibility, high stability, predictable intermolecular interaction and recognition ability. The functionally integrating functional nucleic acid with nanomaterials has produced various kinds of nanocomposites and recent advances in applications of functional nucleic acid decorated nanomaterials for cancer imaging and therapy were summarized in this review. Further, we offer an insight into the future challenges and perspectives of functional nucleic acid decorated nanomaterials.
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- Liu Wu
- Key Laboratory of Longevity and Aging-related Diseases of Chinese Ministry of Education, Guangxi Colleges and Universities Key Laboratory of Biological Molecular Medicine Research, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China
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- Key Laboratory of Longevity and Aging-related Diseases of Chinese Ministry of Education, Guangxi Colleges and Universities Key Laboratory of Biological Molecular Medicine Research, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China
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- Department of Experimental Research, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China
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- Key Laboratory of Longevity and Aging-related Diseases of Chinese Ministry of Education, Guangxi Colleges and Universities Key Laboratory of Biological Molecular Medicine Research, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China
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- State Key Laboratory for the Chemistry and Molecular Engineering of Medicinal Resources, School of Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guangxi Normal University, Guilin 541004, China.
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- Department of Experimental Research, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Longevity and Aging-related Diseases of Chinese Ministry of Education, Guangxi Colleges and Universities Key Laboratory of Biological Molecular Medicine Research, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China.
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Wei Y, Feng Y, Wang K, Wei Y, Li Q, Zuo X, Li B, Li J, Wang L, Fan C, Zhu Y. Directing the Encapsulation of Single Cells with DNA Framework Nucleator-Based Hydrogel Growth. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202319907. [PMID: 38391274 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202319907] [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: 12/22/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024]
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Encapsulating individual mammalian cells with biomimetic materials holds potential in ex vivo cell culture and engineering. However, current methodologies often present tradeoffs between homogeneity, stability, and cell compatibility. Here, inspired by bacteria that use proteins stably anchored on their outer membranes to nucleate biofilm growth, we develop a single-cell encapsulation strategy by using a DNA framework structure as a nucleator (DFN) to initiate the growth of DNA hydrogels under cell-friendly conditions. We find that among the tested structures, the tetrahedral DFN can evenly and stably reside on cell membranes, effectively initiating hybridization chain reactions which generate homogeneously dense yet flexible single-cell encapsulation for diverse cell lines. The encapsulation persists for up to 72 hours in a serum-containing cell culture environment, representing a ~70-fold improvement compared to encapsulations mediated by single-stranded DNA nucleators. The metabolism and proliferation of the encapsulated cells are suppressed, but can be restored to the original efficiencies upon release, suggesting the superior cell compatibility of the encapsulation. We also find that compared to naked cells, the encapsulated cells exhibit a lower autophagy level after undergoing mechanical stress, suggesting the protective effect of the DNA encapsulation. This method may provide a new tool for ex vivo cell engineering.
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- Yuhan Wei
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, New Cornerstone Science Laboratory, Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules, Zhangjiang Institute for Advanced Study and National Center for Translational Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 200240, Shanghai, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, New Cornerstone Science Laboratory, Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules, Zhangjiang Institute for Advanced Study and National Center for Translational Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 200240, Shanghai, China
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- Ningbo Key Laboratory of Biomedical Imaging Probe Materials and Technology, Ningbo Cixi Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 315300, Ningbo, China
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- The Interdisciplinary Research Center, Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility, Zhangjiang Laboratory, Shanghai Advanced Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 201210, Shanghai, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, New Cornerstone Science Laboratory, Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules, Zhangjiang Institute for Advanced Study and National Center for Translational Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 200240, Shanghai, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, New Cornerstone Science Laboratory, Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules, Zhangjiang Institute for Advanced Study and National Center for Translational Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 200240, Shanghai, China
- Institute of Molecular Medicine, Shanghai Key Laboratory for Nucleic Acids Chemistry and Nanomedicine, Renji Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 200127, Shanghai, China
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- The Interdisciplinary Research Center, Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility, Zhangjiang Laboratory, Shanghai Advanced Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 201210, Shanghai, China
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- Institute of Materiobiology, College of Science, Shanghai University, 200444, Shanghai, China
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- Institute of Materiobiology, College of Science, Shanghai University, 200444, Shanghai, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, New Cornerstone Science Laboratory, Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules, Zhangjiang Institute for Advanced Study and National Center for Translational Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 200240, Shanghai, China
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- Institute of Materiobiology, College of Science, Shanghai University, 200444, Shanghai, China
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Yang S, Wu J, Wang Z, Cheng Y, Zhang R, Yao C, Yang D. A Smart DNA Hydrogel Enables Synergistic Immunotherapy and Photodynamic Therapy of Melanoma. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202319073. [PMID: 38353346 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202319073] [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: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 03/01/2024]
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Immunotherapy faces insufficient immune activation and limited immune effectiveness. Herein, we report a smart DNA hydrogel that enables the release of multivalent functional units at the tumor site to enhance the efficacy of immunotherapy. The smart DNA hydrogel was assembled from two types of ultra-long DNA chains synthesized via rolling circle amplification. One DNA chain contained immune adjuvant CpG oligonucleotides and polyaptamers for loading natural killer cell-derived exosomes; the other chain contained multivalent G-quadruplex for loading photodynamic agents. DNA chains formed DNA hydrogel through base-pairing. HhaI restriction endonuclease sites were designed between functional units. Upon stimuli in the tumor sites, the hydrogel was effectively cleaved by the released HhaI and disassembled into functional units. Natural killer cell-derived exosomes played an anti-tumor role, and the CpG oligonucleotide activated antigen-presenting cells to enhance the immunotherapy. Besides the tumor-killing effect of photodynamic therapy, the generated cellular debris acted as an immune antigen to further enhance the immunotherapeutic effect. In a mouse melanoma orthotopic model, the smart DNA hydrogel as a localized therapeutic agent, achieved a remarkable tumor suppression rate of 91.2 %. The smart DNA hydrogel exhibited enhanced efficacy of synergistic immunotherapy and photodynamic therapy, expanding the application of DNA materials in biomedicine.
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- Sen Yang
- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P.R. China
- Department of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, College of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200438, P.R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P.R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P.R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P.R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P.R. China
- Department of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, College of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200438, P.R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P.R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P.R. China
- Department of Chemistry, State Key Laboratory of Molecular Engineering of Polymers, Shanghai Key Laboratory of Molecular Catalysis and Innovative Materials, College of Chemistry and Materials, Fudan University, Shanghai, 200438, P.R. China
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Li S, Tan W, Jia X, Miao Q, Liu Y, Yang D. Recent advances in the synthesis of single-stranded DNA in vitro. Biotechnol J 2024; 19:e2400026. [PMID: 38622795 DOI: 10.1002/biot.202400026] [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: 01/11/2024] [Revised: 03/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/17/2024]
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Single-stranded DNA (ssDNA) is the foundation of modern biology, with wide applications in gene editing, sequencing, DNA information storage, and materials science. However, synthesizing ssDNA with high efficiency, high throughput, and low error rate in vitro remains a major challenge. Various methods have been developed for ssDNA synthesis, and some significant results have been achieved. In this review, six main methods were introduced, including solid-phase oligonucleotide synthesis, terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase-based ssDNA synthesis, reverse transcription, primer exchange reaction, asymmetric polymerase chain reaction, and rolling circle amplification. The advantages and limitations of each method were compared, as well as illustrate their representative achievements and applications. Especially, rolling circle amplification has received significant attention, including ssDNA synthesis, assembly, and application based on recent work. Finally, the future challenges and opportunities of ssDNA synthesis were summarized and discussed. Envisioning the development of new methods and significant progress will be made in the near future with the efforts of scientists around the world.
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- Shuai Li
- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, P.R. China
- Zhejiang Institute of Tianjin University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, P.R. China
- Zhejiang Institute of Tianjin University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, P.R. China
- Zhejiang Institute of Tianjin University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, P.R. China
- Zhejiang Institute of Tianjin University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, P.R. China
- Zhejiang Institute of Tianjin University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, P.R. China
- Zhejiang Institute of Tianjin University, Ningbo, Zhejiang, P.R. China
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Li Y, Chen R, Zhou B, Dong Y, Liu D. Rational Design of DNA Hydrogels Based on Molecular Dynamics of Polymers. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2307129. [PMID: 37820719 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202307129] [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: 07/19/2023] [Revised: 10/03/2023] [Indexed: 10/13/2023]
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In recent years, DNA has emerged as a fascinating building material to engineer hydrogel due to its excellent programmability, which has gained considerable attention in biomedical applications. Understanding the structure-property relationship and underlying molecular determinants of DNA hydrogel is essential to precisely tailor its macroscopic properties at molecular level. In this review, the rational design principles of DNA molecular networks based on molecular dynamics of polymers on the temporal scale, which can be engineered via the backbone rigidity and crosslinking kinetics, are highlighted. By elucidating the underlying molecular mechanisms and theories, it is aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of how the tunable DNA backbone rigidity and the crosslinking kinetics lead to desirable macroscopic properties of DNA hydrogels, including mechanical properties, diffusive permeability, swelling behaviors, and dynamic features. Furthermore, it is also discussed how the tunable macroscopic properties make DNA hydrogels promising candidates for biomedical applications, such as cell culture, tissue engineering, bio-sensing, and drug delivery.
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- Yujie Li
- Engineering Research Center of Advanced Rare Earth Materials, (Ministry of Education), Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, P. R. China
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- Engineering Research Center of Advanced Rare Earth Materials, (Ministry of Education), Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, P. R. China
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- Engineering Research Center of Advanced Rare Earth Materials, (Ministry of Education), Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, P. R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Colloid, Interface and Chemical Thermodynamics, Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, P. R. China
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- Engineering Research Center of Advanced Rare Earth Materials, (Ministry of Education), Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 100084, P. R. China
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He S, Deng H, Li P, Tian Q, Yang Y, Hu J, Li H, Zhao T, Ling H, Liu Y, Liu S, Guo Q. Bimodal DNA self-origami material with nucleic acid function enhancement. J Nanobiotechnology 2024; 22:39. [PMID: 38279115 PMCID: PMC10821560 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-024-02296-9] [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: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 01/02/2024] [Indexed: 01/28/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The design of DNA materials with specific nanostructures for biomedical tissue engineering applications remains a challenge. High-dimensional DNA nanomaterials are difficult to prepare and are unstable; moreover, their synthesis relies on heavy metal ions. Herein, we developed a bimodal DNA self-origami material with good biocompatibility and differing functions using a simple synthesis method. We simulated and characterized this material using a combination of oxDNA, freeze-fracture electron microscopy, and atomic force microscopy. Subsequently, we optimized the synthesis procedure to fix the morphology of this material. RESULTS Using molecular dynamics simulation, we found that the bimodal DNA self-origami material exhibited properties of spontaneous stretching and curling and could be fixed in a single morphology via synthesis control. The application of different functional nucleic acids enabled the achievement of various biological functions, and the performance of functional nucleic acids was significantly enhanced in the material. Consequently, leveraging the various functional nucleic acids enhanced by this material will facilitate the attainment of diverse biological functions. CONCLUSION The developed design can comprehensively reveal the morphology and dynamics of DNA materials. We thus report a novel strategy for the construction of high-dimensional DNA materials and the application of functional nucleic acid-enhancing materials.
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- Songlin He
- Institute of Orthopedics, First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital; Beijing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics; Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100853, China
- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital; Beijing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics; Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100853, China
- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital; Beijing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics; Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100853, China
- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital; Beijing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics; Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100853, China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital; Beijing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics; Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100853, China
- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital; Beijing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics; Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100853, China
- Department of Gastroenterology, the Second Medical Center and National Clinical Research Center of Geriatric Diseases, 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100853, China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital; Beijing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics; Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100853, China
- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital; Beijing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics; Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100853, China
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- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China
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- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China.
- Nankai University Eye Institute, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China.
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- Institute of Orthopedics, First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital; Beijing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics; Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100853, China.
- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China.
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- Institute of Orthopedics, First Medical Center, Chinese PLA General Hospital; Beijing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics; Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma and War Injuries PLA, 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100853, China.
- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, China.
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Wu H, Lin J, Ling N, Zhang Y, He Y, Qiu L, Tan W. Functional Nucleic Acid-Based Immunomodulation for T Cell-Mediated Cancer Therapy. ACS NANO 2024; 18:119-135. [PMID: 38117770 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.3c09861] [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: 12/22/2023]
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T cell-mediated immunity plays a pivotal role in cancer immunotherapy. The anticancer actions of T cells are coordinated by a sequence of biological processes, including the capture and presentation of antigens by antigen-presenting cells (APCs), the activation of T cells by APCs, and the subsequent killing of cancer cells by activated T cells. However, cancer cells have various means to evade immune responses. Meanwhile, these vulnerabilities provide potential targets for cancer treatments. Functional nucleic acids (FNAs) make up a class of synthetic nucleic acids with specific biological functions. With their diverse functionality, good biocompatibility, and high programmability, FNAs have attracted widespread interest in cancer immunotherapy. This Review focuses on recent research progress in employing FNAs as molecular tools for T cell-mediated cancer immunotherapy, including corresponding challenges and prospects.
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- Hui Wu
- Zhejiang Cancer Hospital, Hangzhou Institute of Medicine (HIM), The Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310022, China
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- Molecular Science and Biomedicine Laboratory (MBL), State Key Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Biology, Aptamer Engineering Center of Hunan Province, Hunan University, Changsha, Hunan 410082, China
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- Molecular Science and Biomedicine Laboratory (MBL), State Key Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Biology, Aptamer Engineering Center of Hunan Province, Hunan University, Changsha, Hunan 410082, China
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- Molecular Science and Biomedicine Laboratory (MBL), State Key Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Biology, Aptamer Engineering Center of Hunan Province, Hunan University, Changsha, Hunan 410082, China
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- Molecular Science and Biomedicine Laboratory (MBL), State Key Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Biology, Aptamer Engineering Center of Hunan Province, Hunan University, Changsha, Hunan 410082, China
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- Zhejiang Cancer Hospital, Hangzhou Institute of Medicine (HIM), The Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310022, China
- Molecular Science and Biomedicine Laboratory (MBL), State Key Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Biology, Aptamer Engineering Center of Hunan Province, Hunan University, Changsha, Hunan 410082, China
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- Zhejiang Cancer Hospital, Hangzhou Institute of Medicine (HIM), The Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, Zhejiang 310022, China
- Molecular Science and Biomedicine Laboratory (MBL), State Key Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Chemometrics, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, College of Biology, Aptamer Engineering Center of Hunan Province, Hunan University, Changsha, Hunan 410082, China
- Institute of Molecular Medicine (IMM), Renji Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, China
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Wang C, Xie Y, Song X, Chao Z, Wu K, Fang Y, Zhao H, Ju H, Liu Y. A NIR Programmable In Vivo miRNA Magnifier for NIR-II Imaging of Early Stage Cancer. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2023; 62:e202312665. [PMID: 37903741 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202312665] [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: 08/28/2023] [Revised: 10/28/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 11/01/2023]
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Aberrant expressions of biomolecules occur much earlier than tumor visualized size and morphology change, but their common measurement strategies such as biopsy suffer from invasive sampling process. In vivo imaging of slight biomolecule expression difference is urgently needed for early cancer detection. Fluorescence of rare earth nanoparticles (RENPs) in second near-infrared (NIR-II) region makes them appropriate tool for in vivo imaging. However, the incapacity to couple with signal amplification strategies, especially programmable signal amplification strategies, limited their application in lowly expressed biomarkers imaging. Here we develop a 980/808 nm NIR programmed in vivo microRNAs (miRNAs) magnifier by conjugating activatable DNAzyme walker set to RENPs, which achieves more effective NIR-II imaging of early stage tumor than size monitoring imaging technique. Dye FD1080 (FD1080) modified substrate DNA quenches NIR-II downconversion emission of RENPs under 808 nm excitation. The miRNA recognition region in DNAzyme walker is sealed by a photo-cleavable strand to avoid "false positive" signal in systemic circulation. Upconversion emission of RENPs under 980 nm irradiation activates DNAzyme walker for miRNA recognition and amplifies NIR-II fluorescence recovery of RENPs via DNAzyme catalytic reaction to achieve in vivo miRNA imaging. This strategy demonstrates good application potential in the field of early cancer detection.
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- Caixia Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Life Science Department, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Life Science Department, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Life Science Department, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Life Science Department, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Life Science Department, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Life Science Department, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Life Science Department, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Life Science Department, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Life Science Department, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, China
- Chemistry and Biomedicine Innovation Center, Nanjing University, Nanjing, 210023, 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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Lv Z, Huang M, Yang J, Li P, Chang L, Tang Q, Chen X, Wang S, Yao C, Liu P, Yang D. A Smart DNA-Based Nanosystem Containing Ribosome-Regulating siRNA for Enhanced mRNA Transfection. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2023; 35:e2300823. [PMID: 37461803 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202300823] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2023] [Revised: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 07/11/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023]
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Messenger RNA (mRNA) transfection is the prerequisite for the application of mRNA-based therapeutics. In hard-to-transfect cells, such as macrophages, the effective transfection of mRNA remains a long-standing challenge. Herein, a smart DNA-based nanosystem is reported containing ribosome biogenesis-promoting siRNA, realizing efficient mRNA transfection in macrophages. Four monomers are copolymerized to form a nanoframework (NF), including N-isopropylacrylamide (NIPAM) as the skeleton and acrydite-DNA as the initiator to trigger the cascade assembly of DNA hairpins (H1-polyT and H2-siRNA). By virtue of the phase transition characteristic of polymeric NIPAM, below the lower critical solution temperature (LCST, ≈34 °C), the NF swells to expose polyT sequences to hybridize with the polyA tail of mRNA. Above the LCST, the NF deswells to encapsulate mRNA. The disulfide bond in the NF responds to glutathione, triggering the disassembly of the nanosystem; the siRNA and mRNA are released in response to triphosadenine and RNase H. The siRNA down-regulates the expression of heat shock protein 27, which up-regulates the expression of phosphorylated ribosomal protein S6. The nanosystem shows satisfactory mRNA transfection and translation efficiency in a mouse model. It is envisioned that the DNA-based nanosystem will provide a promising carrier to deliver mRNA in hard-to-transfect cells and promote the development of mRNA-based therapeutics.
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- Zhaoyue Lv
- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- Beijing Institute of Microbiology and Epidemiology, Beijing, 100850, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oncogenes and Related Genes, Shanghai Cancer Institute, Ren Ji Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200032, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oncogenes and Related Genes, Shanghai Cancer Institute, Ren Ji Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200032, P. R. China
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- Beijing Institute of Microbiology and Epidemiology, Beijing, 100850, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oncogenes and Related Genes, Shanghai Cancer Institute, Ren Ji Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200032, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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Feng Y, Qi S, Yu X, Zhang X, Zhu H, Yu G. Supramolecular Modulation of Tumor Microenvironment through Pillar[5]arene-Based Host-Guest Recognition to Synergize Cancer Immunotherapy. J Am Chem Soc 2023; 145:18789-18799. [PMID: 37535445 DOI: 10.1021/jacs.3c03031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/05/2023]
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Despite the tremendous breakthrough of immunotherapy, the low response rate and resistance of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) toward solid tumors occur frequently. A highly hypoxic tumor microenvironment (TME) provides tumor cells with high concentrations of HIF-1α and polyamines to evade immune cell destruction. Reprogramming of an immunogenic TME has exhibited a brilliant future to boost immunotherapeutic performances. Herein, a supramolecular nanomedicine (TAPP) is developed on the basis of host-guest molecular recognition and metal coordination, showing the capability to remodel the immunosuppressive TME. Tamoxifen (Tmx) and Fe3+ are encapsulated into TAPP to achieve the combination of chemotherapy and chemodynamic therapy (CDT). Tmx directly downregulates HIF-1α, and a pillar[5]arene-based macrocyclic host successfully eliminates polyamines in tumors. Enhanced immunogenic cell death is achieved by Tmx and Fe3+, and the therapeutic efficacy is further synergized by immune checkpoint blockade (ICB) therapy. This supramolecular reprogramming modality encourages cytotoxic T lymphocyte infiltration, achieving pre-eminent immune response and long-term tumor suppression.
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- Yunxuan Feng
- Department of Chemistry, Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry & Chemical Biology, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemistry, Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry & Chemical Biology, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemistry, Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry & Chemical Biology, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemistry, Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry & Chemical Biology, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, P. R. China
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- Yusuf Hamied Department of Chemistry, University of Cambridge, Cambridge CB2 1EW, U.K
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- Department of Chemistry, Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry & Chemical Biology, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, P. R. China
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Zhu L, Shen Y, Deng S, Wan Y, Luo J, Su Y, You M, Fan C, Ren K. Controllable mitochondrial aggregation and fusion by a programmable DNA binder. Chem Sci 2023; 14:8084-8094. [PMID: 37538820 PMCID: PMC10395312 DOI: 10.1039/d2sc07095b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2022] [Accepted: 07/05/2023] [Indexed: 08/05/2023] Open
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DNA nanodevices have been feasibly applied for various chemo-biological applications, but their functions as precise regulators of intracellular organelles are still limited. Here, we report a synthetic DNA binder that can artificially induce mitochondrial aggregation and fusion in living cells. The rationally designed DNA binder consists of a long DNA chain, which is grafted with multiple mitochondria-targeting modules. Our results indicated that the DNA binder-induced in situ self-assembly of mitochondria can be used to successfully repair ROS-stressed neuron cells. Meanwhile, this DNA binder design is highly programmable. Customized molecular switches can be easily implanted to further achieve stimuli-triggered mitochondrial aggregation and fusion inside living cells. We believe this new type of DNA regulator system will become a powerful chemo-biological tool for subcellular manipulation and precision therapy.
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- Longyi Zhu
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology Nanjing 210094 China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology Nanjing 210094 China
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- School of Environmental and Biological Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology Nanjing 210094 China
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- Intelligent Microsystem Technology and Engineering Center, School of Mechanical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology Nanjing 210094 China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology Nanjing 210094 China
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- Intelligent Microsystem Technology and Engineering Center, School of Mechanical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology Nanjing 210094 China
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Massachusetts Amherst MA 01003 USA
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Shanghai 200127 China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University of Science and Technology Nanjing 210094 China
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Tang J, Jia X, Li Q, Cui Z, Liang A, Ke B, Yang D, Yao C. A DNA-based hydrogel for exosome separation and biomedical applications. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A 2023; 120:e2303822120. [PMID: 37399419 PMCID: PMC10334772 DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2303822120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2023] [Accepted: 06/04/2023] [Indexed: 07/05/2023] Open
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Exosomes (EXOs) have been proven as biomarkers for disease diagnosis and agents for therapeutics. Great challenge remains in the separation of EXOs with high-purity and low-damage from complex biological media, which is critical for the downstream applications. Herein, we report a DNA-based hydrogel to realize the specific and nondestructive separation of EXOs from complex biological media. The separated EXOs were directly utilized in the detection of human breast cancer in clinical samples, as well as applied in the therapeutics of myocardial infarction in rat models. The materials chemistry basis of this strategy involved the synthesis of ultralong DNA chains via an enzymatic amplification, and the formation of DNA hydrogels through complementary base-pairing. These ultralong DNA chains that contained polyvalent aptamers were able to recognize and bind with the receptors on EXOs, and the specific and efficient binding ensured the selective separation of EXOs from media into the further formed networked DNA hydrogel. Based on this DNA hydrogel, rationally designed optical modules were introduced for the detection of exosomal pathogenic microRNA, which achieved the classification of breast cancer patients versus healthy donors with 100% precision. Furthermore, the DNA hydrogel that contained mesenchymal stem cell-derived EXOs was proved with significant therapeutic efficacy in repairing infarcted myocardium of rat models. We envision that this DNA hydrogel-based bioseparation system is promising as a powerful biotechnology, which will promote the development of extracellular vesicles in nanobiomedicine.
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- Jianpu Tang
- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (Ministry of Education), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (Ministry of Education), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (Ministry of Education), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (Ministry of Education), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (Ministry of Education), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin300350, P. R. China
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- Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, Tianjin300060, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (Ministry of Education), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (Ministry of Education), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin300350, P. R. China
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Zare I, Taheri-Ledari R, Esmailzadeh F, Salehi MM, Mohammadi A, Maleki A, Mostafavi E. DNA hydrogels and nanogels for diagnostics, therapeutics, and theragnostics of various cancers. NANOSCALE 2023. [PMID: 37337663 DOI: 10.1039/d3nr00425b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/21/2023]
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As an efficient class of hydrogel-based therapeutic drug delivery systems, deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) hydrogels (particularly DNA nanogels) have attracted massive attention in the last five years. The main contributor to this is the programmability of these 3-dimensional (3D) scaffolds that creates fundamental effects, especially in treating cancer diseases. Like other active biological ingredients (ABIs), DNA hydrogels can be functionalized with other active agents that play a role in targeting drug delivery and modifying the half-life of the therapeutic cargoes in the body's internal environment. Considering the brilliant advantages of DNA hydrogels, in this survey, we intend to submit an informative collection of feasible methods for the design and preparation of DNA hydrogels and nanogels, and the responsivity of the immune system to these therapeutic cargoes. Moreover, the interactions of DNA hydrogels with cancer biomarkers are discussed in this account. Theragnostic DNA nanogels as an advanced species for both detection and therapeutic purposes are also briefly reviewed.
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- Iman Zare
- Research and Development Department, Sina Medical Biochemistry Technologies Co. Ltd., Shiraz 7178795844, Iran
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- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, 16846-13114, Iran
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- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, 16846-13114, Iran
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- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, 16846-13114, Iran
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- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, 16846-13114, Iran
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- Catalysts and Organic Synthesis Research Laboratory, Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, 16846-13114, Iran
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- Department of Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA.
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Tian R, Shang Y, Wang Y, Jiang Q, Ding B. DNA Nanomaterials-Based Platforms for Cancer Immunotherapy. SMALL METHODS 2023; 7:e2201518. [PMID: 36651129 DOI: 10.1002/smtd.202201518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2022] [Revised: 12/29/2022] [Indexed: 05/17/2023]
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The past few decades have witnessed the evolving paradigm for cancer therapy from nonspecific cytotoxic agents to selective, mechanism-based therapeutics, especially immunotherapy. In particular, the integration of nanomaterials with immunotherapy is proven to improve the therapeutic outcome and minimize off-target toxicity in the treatment. As a novel nanomaterial, DNA-based self-assemblies featuring uniform geometries, feasible modifications, programmability, surface addressability, versatility, and intrinsic biocompatibility, are extensively exploited for innovative and effective cancer immunotherapy. In this review, the successful employment of DNA nanoplatforms for cancer immunotherapy, including the delivery of immunogenic cell death inducers, adjuvants and vaccines, immune checkpoint blockers as well as the application in immune cell engineering and adoptive cell therapy is summarized. The remaining challenges and future perspectives regarding the pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics, in vivo fate and immunogenicity of DNA materials, and the design of intelligent DNA nanomedicine for individualized cancer immunotherapy are also discussed.
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- Run Tian
- CAS Key Laboratory of Nanosystem and Hierarchical Fabrication, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for NanoScience and Technology, Beijing, 100190, China
- School of Chemical Sciences, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
- Sino-Danish College, Sino-Danish Center for Education and Research, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Nanosystem and Hierarchical Fabrication, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for NanoScience and Technology, Beijing, 100190, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Nanosystem and Hierarchical Fabrication, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for NanoScience and Technology, Beijing, 100190, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Nanosystem and Hierarchical Fabrication, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for NanoScience and Technology, Beijing, 100190, China
- School of Chemical Sciences, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Nanosystem and Hierarchical Fabrication, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for NanoScience and Technology, Beijing, 100190, China
- School of Chemical Sciences, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450001, China
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Yang S, Luo J, Zhang L, Feng L, He Y, Gao X, Xie S, Gao M, Luo D, Chang K, Chen M. A Smart Nano-Theranostic Platform Based on Dual-microRNAs Guided Self-Feedback Tetrahedral Entropy-Driven DNA Circuit. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2023:e2301814. [PMID: 37085743 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202301814] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2023] [Revised: 04/03/2023] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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MicroRNAs (miRNAs) can act as oncogenes or tumor suppressors, capable of up or down-regulating gene expression during tumorigenesis; they are diagnostic biomarkers or therapeutic targets for tumors. To detect low abundance of intracellular oncogenic miRNAs (onco-miRNAs) and realize synergistic gene therapy of onco-miRNAs and tumor suppressors, a smart nano-theranostic platform based on dual-miRNAs guided self-feedback tetrahedral entropy-driven DNA circuit is created. The platform as a delivery vehicle is a DNA tetrahedral framework, in which the entropy-driven DNA circuit achieves a dual-miRNAs guided self-feedback, between an in situ amplification of the onco-miRNAs and activation of suppressor miRNAs release. To test this platform, dual-miRNAs are selected, miRNA-155, an up-regulated miRNA, as cancer indicators, and miRNA-122, a down-regulated miRNA as therapy targets in hepatocellular carcinoma, respectively. Through the circuit, the platform to detect onco-miRNAs at femtomolar level as well as visualized miRNAs inside cells, fixed tissues, and mice is programmed. Furthermore, triggered by miRNA-155, preloaded miRNA-122 is amplified via the self-feedback and released into target cells; the sudden increase of miRNA-122 and simultaneous decrease of miRNA-155 synergistically served as therapeutic drugs for gene regulation with enhanced antitumor efficacy and superior biosafety. It is envisioned that this nano-theranostic platform will initiate an essential step toward tumor theranostics in personalized/precise medicine.
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- Sha Yang
- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), 30 Gaotanyan, Shapingba District, Chongqing, 400038, P. R. China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), 30 Gaotanyan, Shapingba District, Chongqing, 400038, P. R. China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), 30 Gaotanyan, Shapingba District, Chongqing, 400038, P. R. China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), 30 Gaotanyan, Shapingba District, Chongqing, 400038, P. R. China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), 30 Gaotanyan, Shapingba District, Chongqing, 400038, P. R. China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), 30 Gaotanyan, Shapingba District, Chongqing, 400038, P. R. China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), 30 Gaotanyan, Shapingba District, Chongqing, 400038, P. R. China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), 30 Gaotanyan, Shapingba District, Chongqing, 400038, P. R. China
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- Department of Biological and Environmental Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, 14853-5701, USA
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), 30 Gaotanyan, Shapingba District, Chongqing, 400038, P. R. China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), 30 Gaotanyan, Shapingba District, Chongqing, 400038, P. R. China
- College of Pharmacy and Laboratory Medicine, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), 30 Gaotanyan, Shapingba District, Chongqing, 400038, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Trauma, Burn and Combined Injury, Third Military Medical University (Army Medical University), 30 Gaotanyan, Shapingba District, Chongqing, 400038, P. R. China
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Polymeric DNA Hydrogels and Their Applications in Drug Delivery for Cancer Therapy. Gels 2023; 9:gels9030239. [PMID: 36975688 PMCID: PMC10048489 DOI: 10.3390/gels9030239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2023] [Revised: 03/10/2023] [Accepted: 03/15/2023] [Indexed: 03/22/2023] Open
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The biomolecule deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA), which acts as the carrier of genetic information, is also regarded as a block copolymer for the construction of biomaterials. DNA hydrogels, composed of three-dimensional networks of DNA chains, have received considerable attention as a promising biomaterial due to their good biocompatibility and biodegradability. DNA hydrogels with specific functions can be prepared via assembly of various functional sequences containing DNA modules. In recent years, DNA hydrogels have been widely used for drug delivery, particularly in cancer therapy. Benefiting from the sequence programmability and molecular recognition ability of DNA molecules, DNA hydrogels prepared using functional DNA modules can achieve efficient loading of anti-cancer drugs and integration of specific DNA sequences with cancer therapeutic effects, thus achieving targeted drug delivery and controlled drug release, which are conducive to cancer therapy. In this review, we summarized the assembly strategies for the preparation of DNA hydrogels on the basis of branched DNA modules, hybrid chain reaction (HCR)-synthesized DNA networks and rolling circle amplification (RCA)-produced DNA chains, respectively. The application of DNA hydrogels as drug delivery carriers in cancer therapy has been discussed. Finally, the future development directions of DNA hydrogels in cancer therapy are prospected.
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Tang J, Liang A, Yao C, Yang D. Assembly of Rolling Circle Amplification-Produced Ultralong Single-Stranded DNA to Construct Biofunctional DNA Materials. Chemistry 2023; 29:e202202673. [PMID: 36263767 DOI: 10.1002/chem.202202673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2022] [Revised: 10/19/2022] [Accepted: 10/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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The Review by Yang, Yao and colleagues (DOI: 10.1002/chem.202202673) describes recent developments in biofunctional DNA hydrogels and DNA nanocomplexes based on rolling circle amplification (RCA) and introduces assembly strategies and functionalization methods of the ultralong single-strand DNA produced by RCA to construct biofunctional materials.
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- Jianpu Tang
- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300350, P. R. China
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Wang D, Duan J, Liu J, Yi H, Zhang Z, Song H, Li Y, Zhang K. Stimuli-Responsive Self-Degradable DNA Hydrogels: Design, Synthesis, and Applications. Adv Healthc Mater 2023:e2203031. [PMID: 36708144 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202203031] [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: 11/22/2022] [Revised: 01/11/2023] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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DNA hydrogels play an increasingly important role in biomedicine and bioanalysis applications. Due to their high programmability, multifunctionality and biocompatibility, they are often used as effective carriers for packing drugs, cells, or other bioactive cargoes in vitro and in vivo. However, the stability of the DNA hydrogels prevents their in-demand rapid release of cargoes to achieve a full therapeutic effect in time. For bioanalysis, the generation of signals sometimes needs the DNA hydrogel to be rapidly degraded when sensing target molecules. To meet these requirements, stimulus-responsive DNA hydrogels are designed. By responding to different stimuli, self-degradable DNA hydrogels can switch from gel to solution for quantitative bioanalysis and precision cargo delivery. This review summarizes the recently developed innovative methods for designing stimuli-responsive self-degradable DNA hydrogels and showed their applications in the bioanalysis and biomedicines fields. Challenges, as well as prospects, are also discussed.
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- Danyu Wang
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Key Laboratory of Targeting Therapy and Diagnosis for Critical Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450001, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Key Laboratory of Targeting Therapy and Diagnosis for Critical Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450001, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Key Laboratory of Targeting Therapy and Diagnosis for Critical Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450001, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Key Laboratory of Targeting Therapy and Diagnosis for Critical Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450001, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Key Laboratory of Targeting Therapy and Diagnosis for Critical Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450001, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Key Laboratory of Targeting Therapy and Diagnosis for Critical Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450001, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Key Laboratory of Targeting Therapy and Diagnosis for Critical Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450001, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Key Laboratory of Targeting Therapy and Diagnosis for Critical Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Esophageal Cancer Prevention & Treatment, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450001, China
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Engineering CRISPR/Cas-based nanosystems for therapeutics, diagnosis and bioimaging. CHINESE CHEM LETT 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cclet.2023.108134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Chen C, Zhou J, Chen J, Liu H. Advances in DNA Supramolecular Hydrogels for Tissue Engineering. Macromol Biosci 2022; 22:e2200152. [PMID: 35917391 DOI: 10.1002/mabi.202200152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2022] [Revised: 07/19/2022] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is a biological macromolecule that plays a genetic role in cells. DNA molecules with specific recognition, self-assembly capabilities, and sequence programmability have become an excellent construction material for micro- and nanostructures. Based on DNA self-assembly technology, a series of molecular devices and materials are constructed. Among them, DNA hydrogels with the advantages of good biocompatibility, biodegradability, and containing designable stimuli-responsive units have attracted much attention. This review introduces the formation strategy of DNA supramolecular hydrogels, and focuses on its applications in tissue engineering, including cell encapsulation, cell culture, cell capture and release, wound dressings, and tissue growth. The unique properties and application prospects of DNA supramolecular hydrogels in tissue engineering are also discussed.
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- Chun Chen
- Institute of Materials, China Academy of Engineering Physics, Mianyang, 621907, China
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- School of Chemical Science and Engineering, Key Laboratory of Advanced Civil Engineering Materials of Ministry of Education and Shanghai Research Institute for Intelligent Autonomous Systems, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China
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- School of Chemical Science and Engineering, Key Laboratory of Advanced Civil Engineering Materials of Ministry of Education and Shanghai Research Institute for Intelligent Autonomous Systems, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China
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- School of Chemical Science and Engineering, Key Laboratory of Advanced Civil Engineering Materials of Ministry of Education and Shanghai Research Institute for Intelligent Autonomous Systems, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China
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Lei L, Huang D, Gao H, He B, Cao J, Peppas NA. Hydrogel-guided strategies to stimulate an effective immune response for vaccine-based cancer immunotherapy. SCIENCE ADVANCES 2022; 8:eadc8738. [PMID: 36427310 PMCID: PMC9699680 DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.adc8738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2022] [Accepted: 10/07/2022] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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Cancer vaccines have attracted widespread interest in tumor therapy because of the potential to induce an effective antitumor immune response. However, many challenges including weak immunogenicity, off-target effects, and immunosuppressive microenvironments have prevented their broad clinical translation. To overcome these difficulties, effective delivery systems have been designed for cancer vaccines. As carriers in cancer vaccine delivery systems, hydrogels have gained substantial attention because they can encapsulate a variety of antigens/immunomodulators and protect them from degradation. This enables hydrogels to simultaneously reverse immunosuppression and stimulate the immune response. Meanwhile, the controlled release properties of hydrogels allow for precise temporal and spatial release of loads in situ to further enhance the immune response of cancer vaccines. Therefore, this review summarizes the classification of cancer vaccines, highlights the strategies of hydrogel-based cancer vaccines, and provides some insights into the future development of hydrogel-based cancer vaccines.
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- Lei Lei
- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
- Key Laboratory of Drug-Targeting and Drug Delivery System of the Education Ministry and Sichuan Province, Sichuan Engineering Laboratory for Plant-Sourced Drug and Sichuan Research Center for Drug Precision Industrial Technology, West China School of Pharmacy, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, P. R. China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78712, USA
- Institute for Biomaterials, Drug Delivery, and Regenerative Medicine, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78712, USA
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- Key Laboratory of Drug-Targeting and Drug Delivery System of the Education Ministry and Sichuan Province, Sichuan Engineering Laboratory for Plant-Sourced Drug and Sichuan Research Center for Drug Precision Industrial Technology, West China School of Pharmacy, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- National Engineering Research Center for Biomaterials, College of Biomedical Engineering, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610064, P. R. China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78712, USA
- Institute for Biomaterials, Drug Delivery, and Regenerative Medicine, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78712, USA
- Department of Chemical Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78712, USA
- Division of Molecular Pharmaceutics and Drug Delivery, College of Pharmacy, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78712, USA
- Departments of Pediatrics, Surgery, and Perioperative Care, Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78712, USA
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Chen N, Wang Y, Song X, Li Y, Deng Z. Steering DNA Condensation on Engineered Nanointerfaces. NANO LETTERS 2022; 22:8550-8558. [PMID: 36315179 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.2c03051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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DNA has received increasing attention in nanotechnology due to its ability to fold into prescribed structures. Different from the commonly adopted base-pairing strategy, an emerging class of amorphous DNA materials are formed by DNA's abiological interactions. Despite the great successes, a lack of nanoscale nucleation/growth control disables more advanced considerations. This work aims at harnessing the heterogeneous nucleation of metal-ion-glued DNA condensates on nanointerfaces. Upon unveiling key orthogonal factors including solution pH, ionic cross-linkers, and surface functionalities, chemically programmable DNA condensation on nanoparticle seeds is achieved, resembling a famous Stöber process for silica coating. The nucleation rules discovered on individual nanoseeds can be passed on to their dimeric assemblies, where broken spherical symmetry and the existence of interparticle gaps help a regiospecific DNA gelation. The steerable DNA condensation, and the multifunctions from DNA, metal ions, and nanocores, hold a great promise in noncanonical DNA nanotechnology toward novel applications.
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- Nuo Chen
- Center for Bioanalytical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, China
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- Center for Bioanalytical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, China
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- Center for Bioanalytical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, China
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- Center for Bioanalytical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, China
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- Center for Bioanalytical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, China
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Qu Y, Shen F, Zhang Z, Wang Q, Huang H, Xu Y, Li Q, Zhu X, Sun L. Applications of Functional DNA Materials in Immunomodulatory Therapy. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:45079-45095. [PMID: 36171537 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c13768] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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In recent years, nanoscale or microscale functional materials derived from DNA have shown great potential for immunotherapy as superior delivery carriers. DNA nanostructures with excellent programmability and addressability enable the precise assembly of molecules or nanoparticles. DNA hydrogels have predictable structures and adjustable mechanical strength, thus being advantageous in controllable release of cargos. In addition, utilizing systematic evolution of ligands by exponential enrichment technology, a variety of DNA aptamers have been screened for specific recognition of ions, molecules, and even cells. Moreover, a wide variety of chemical modifications can further enrich the function of DNA. The unique advantages of functional DNA materials make them extremely attractive in immunomodulation. Recently, functional DNA materials-based immunotherapy has shown great potential in fighting against many diseases like cancer, viral infection, and inflammation. Therefore, in this review, we focus on discussing the progress of the applications of functional DNA materials in immunotherapy; before that, we also summarize the characteristics of the functional DNA materials descried above. Finally, we discuss the challenges and future opportunities of functional DNA materials in immunomodulatory therapy.
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- Yanfei Qu
- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules and National Center for Translational Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules and National Center for Translational Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai 200072, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China
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Wei Y, Wang K, Luo S, Li F, Zuo X, Fan C, Li Q. Programmable DNA Hydrogels as Artificial Extracellular Matrix. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2022; 18:e2107640. [PMID: 35119201 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202107640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2021] [Revised: 01/06/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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The cell microenvironment plays a crucial role in regulating cell behavior and fate in physiological and pathological processes. As the fundamental component of the cell microenvironment, extracellular matrix (ECM) typically possesses complex ordered structures and provides essential physical and chemical cues to the cells. Hydrogels have attracted much attention in recapitulating the ECM. Compared to natural and synthetic polymer hydrogels, DNA hydrogels have unique programmable capability, which endows the material precise structural customization and tunable properties. This review focuses on recent advances in programmable DNA hydrogels as artificial extracellular matrix, particularly the pure DNA hydrogels. It introduces the classification, design, and assembly of DNA hydrogels, and then summarizes the state-of-the-art achievements in cell encapsulation, cell culture, and tissue engineering with DNA hydrogels. Ultimately, the challenges and prospects for cellular applications of DNA hydrogels are delivered.
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- Yuhan Wei
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules and National Center for Translational Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules and National Center for Translational Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, P. R. China
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- Department of Traumatology, Ruijin Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200025, P. R. China
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- Institute of Molecular Medicine, Shanghai Key Laboratory for Nucleic Acids Chemistry and Nanomedicine, Renji Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200127, P. R. China
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- Institute of Molecular Medicine, Shanghai Key Laboratory for Nucleic Acids Chemistry and Nanomedicine, Renji Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200127, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules and National Center for Translational Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, P. R. China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Frontiers Science Center for Transformative Molecules and National Center for Translational Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, 200240, P. R. China
- WLA Laboratories, Shanghai, 201203, P. R. China
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Novel antitumor therapeutic strategy using CD4+ T cell-derived extracellular vesicles. Biomaterials 2022; 289:121765. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2022.121765] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2022] [Revised: 07/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Yang B, Zhou B, Li C, Li X, Shi Z, Li Y, Zhu C, Li X, Hua Y, Pan Y, He J, Cao T, Sun Y, Liu W, Ge M, Yang YR, Dong Y, Liu D. A Biostable l-DNA Hydrogel with Improved Stability for Biomedical Applications. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2022; 61:e202202520. [PMID: 35445515 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202202520] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2022] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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DNA hydrogels have attracted increasing attention owing to their excellent permeability and high mechanical strength, together with thixotropy, versatile programmability and good biocompatibility. However, the moderate biostability and immune stimulation of DNA have arisen as big concerns for future potential clinical applications. Herein, we report the self-assembly of a novel l-DNA hydrogel, which inherited the extraordinary physical properties of a d-DNA hydrogel. With the mirror-isomer deoxyribose, this hydrogel exhibited improved biostability, withstanding fetal bovine serum (FBS) for at least 1 month without evident decay of its mechanical properties. The low inflammatory response of the l-DNA hydrogel has been verified both in vitro and in vivo. Hence, this l-DNA hydrogel with outstanding biostability and biocompatibility can be anticipated to serve as an ideal 3D cell-culture matrix and implanted bio-scaffold for long-term biomedical applications.
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- Bo Yang
- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, 100084, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, 100084, Beijing, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Institute for Immunology, Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Protein Sciences, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Structural Biology, Collaborative Innovation Centre for Diagnosis and Treatment of Infectious Diseases, Beijing Key Lab for Immunological Research on Chronic Diseases, Tsinghua University, 100084, Beijing, China.,Tsinghua-Peking Center for Life Sciences, 100084, Beijing, China
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- Zenji Research Laboratories (Nanjing) Ltd., Building 9, Phase 2, Zifeng Research and Development Center, Qiaolin Tablet, Economic Development Zone, Pukou District, Nanjing, 211806 Jiangsu, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Colloid, Interface and Chemical Thermodynamics, Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100190, Beijing, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Institute for Immunology, Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Protein Sciences, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Structural Biology, Collaborative Innovation Centre for Diagnosis and Treatment of Infectious Diseases, Beijing Key Lab for Immunological Research on Chronic Diseases, Tsinghua University, 100084, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, 100084, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, 100084, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, 100084, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, 100084, Beijing, China
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- Zenji Research Laboratories (Nanjing) Ltd., Building 9, Phase 2, Zifeng Research and Development Center, Qiaolin Tablet, Economic Development Zone, Pukou District, Nanjing, 211806 Jiangsu, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, 100084, Beijing, China
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- College of Chemical Engineering, China University of Petroleum (East China), 258000, Qingdao, China
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- School of Life Sciences, Institute for Immunology, Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Protein Sciences, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Structural Biology, Collaborative Innovation Centre for Diagnosis and Treatment of Infectious Diseases, Beijing Key Lab for Immunological Research on Chronic Diseases, Tsinghua University, 100084, Beijing, China.,Tsinghua-Peking Center for Life Sciences, 100084, Beijing, China
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- Zenji Research Laboratories (Nanjing) Ltd., Building 9, Phase 2, Zifeng Research and Development Center, Qiaolin Tablet, Economic Development Zone, Pukou District, Nanjing, 211806 Jiangsu, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Nanosystem and Hierarchical Fabrication, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, 100190, Beijing, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Colloid, Interface and Chemical Thermodynamics, Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100190, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Department of Chemistry, Tsinghua University, 100084, Beijing, China
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Yao C, Ou J, Tang J, Yang D. DNA Supramolecular Assembly on Micro/Nanointerfaces for Bioanalysis. Acc Chem Res 2022; 55:2043-2054. [PMID: 35839123 DOI: 10.1021/acs.accounts.2c00170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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ConspectusFacing increasing demand for precision medicine, materials chemistry systems for bioanalysis with accurate molecular design, controllable structure, and adjustable biological activity are required. As a genetic biomacromolecule, deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is created via precise, efficient, and mild processes in life systems and can in turn precisely regulate life activities. From the perspective of materials chemistry, DNA possesses the characteristics of sequence programmability and can be endowed with customized functions by the rational design of sequences. In recent years, DNA has been considered to be a potential biomaterial for analysis and has been applied in the fields of bioseparation, biosensing, and detection imaging. To further improve the precision of bioanalysis, the supramolecular assembly of DNA on micro/nanointerfaces is an effective strategy to concentrate functional DNA modules, and thus the functions of DNA molecules for bioanalysis can be enriched and enhanced. Moreover, the new modes of DNA supramolecular assembly on micro/nanointerfaces enable the integration of DNA with the introduced components, breaking the restriction of limited functions of DNA materials and achieving more precise regulation and manipulation in bioanalysis. In this Account, we summarize our recent work on DNA supramolecular assembly on micro/nanointerfaces for bioanalysis from two main aspects. In the first part, we describe DNA supramolecular assembly on the interfaces of microscale living cells. The synthesis strategy of DNA is based on rolling-circle amplification (RCA), which generates ultralong DNA strands according to circular DNA templates. The templates can be designed with complementary sequences of functional modules such as aptamers, which allow DNA to specifically bind with cellular interfaces and achieve efficient cell separation. In the second part, we describe DNA supramolecular assembly on the interfaces of nanoscale particles. DNA sequences are designed with functional modules such as targeting, drug loading, and gene expression and then are assembled on interfaces of particles including upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs), gold nanoparticles (AuNPs), and magnetic nanoparticle (MNPs). The integration of DNA with these functional particles achieves cell manipulation, targeted tumor imaging, and cellular regulation. The processes of interfacial assembly are well controlled, and the functions of the obtained bioanalytical materials can be flexibly regulated. We envision that the work on DNA supramolecular assembly on micro/nanointerfaces will be a typical paradigm for the construction of more bioanalytical materials, which we hope will facilitate the development of precision medicine.
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- Chi Yao
- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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- Frontiers Science Center for Synthetic Biology, Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering (MOE), Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300350, P. R. China
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Frtús A, Smolková B, Uzhytchak M, Lunova M, Jirsa M, Henry SJW, Dejneka A, Stephanopoulos N, Lunov O. The interactions between DNA nanostructures and cells: A critical overview from a cell biology perspective. Acta Biomater 2022; 146:10-22. [PMID: 35523414 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2022.04.046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2022] [Revised: 04/25/2022] [Accepted: 04/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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DNA nanotechnology has yielded remarkable advances in composite materials with diverse applications in biomedicine. The specificity and predictability of building 3D structures at the nanometer scale make DNA nanotechnology a promising tool for uses in biosensing, drug delivery, cell modulation, and bioimaging. However, for successful translation of DNA nanostructures to real-world applications, it is crucial to understand how they interact with living cells, and the consequences of such interactions. In this review, we summarize the current state of knowledge on the interactions of DNA nanostructures with cells. We identify key challenges, from a cell biology perspective, that influence progress towards the clinical translation of DNA nanostructures. We close by providing an outlook on what questions must be addressed to accelerate the clinical translation of DNA nanostructures. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: Self-assembled DNA nanostructures (DNs) offers unique opportunities to overcome persistent challenges in the nanobiotechnology field. However, the interactions between engineered DNs and living cells are still not well defined. Critical systematization of current cellular models and biological responses triggered by DNs is a crucial foundation for the successful clinical translation of DNA nanostructures. Moreover, such an analysis will identify the pitfalls and challenges that are present in the field, and provide a basis for overcoming those challenges.
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- Adam Frtús
- Department of Optical and Biophysical Systems, Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, 18221, Czech Republic
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- Department of Optical and Biophysical Systems, Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, 18221, Czech Republic
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- Department of Optical and Biophysical Systems, Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, 18221, Czech Republic
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- Department of Optical and Biophysical Systems, Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, 18221, Czech Republic; Institute for Clinical & Experimental Medicine (IKEM), Prague, 14021, Czech Republic
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- Institute for Clinical & Experimental Medicine (IKEM), Prague, 14021, Czech Republic
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- School of Molecular Sciences, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States; Biodesign Center for Molecular Design and Biomimetics, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85281, United States
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- Department of Optical and Biophysical Systems, Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, 18221, Czech Republic
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- School of Molecular Sciences, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States; Biodesign Center for Molecular Design and Biomimetics, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85281, United States.
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- Department of Optical and Biophysical Systems, Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, 18221, Czech Republic.
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Wang Q, Qu Y, Zhang Z, Huang H, Xu Y, Shen F, Wang L, Sun L. Injectable DNA Hydrogel-Based Local Drug Delivery and Immunotherapy. Gels 2022; 8:gels8070400. [PMID: 35877485 PMCID: PMC9320917 DOI: 10.3390/gels8070400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2022] [Revised: 06/13/2022] [Accepted: 06/16/2022] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Regulated drug delivery is an important direction in the field of medicine and healthcare research. In recent years, injectable hydrogels with good biocompatibility and biodegradability have attracted extensive attention due to their promising application in controlled drug release. Among them, DNA hydrogel has shown great potentials in local drug delivery and immunotherapy. DNA hydrogel is a three-dimensional network formed by cross-linking of hydrophilic DNA strands with extremely good biocompatibility. Benefiting from the special properties of DNA, including editable sequence and specificity of hybridization reactions, the mechanical properties and functions of DNA hydrogels can be precisely designed according to specific applications. In addition, other functional materials, including peptides, proteins and synthetic organic polymers can be easily integrated with DNA hydrogels, thereby enriching the functions of the hydrogels. In this review, we first summarize the types and synthesis methods of DNA hydrogels, and then review the recent research progress of injectable DNA hydrogels in local drug delivery, especially in immunotherapy. Finally, we discuss the challenges facing DNA hydrogels and future development directions.
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- Qi Wang
- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China; (Q.W.); (Y.Q.); (Z.Z.); (H.H.); (Y.X.)
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China; (Q.W.); (Y.Q.); (Z.Z.); (H.H.); (Y.X.)
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China; (Q.W.); (Y.Q.); (Z.Z.); (H.H.); (Y.X.)
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China; (Q.W.); (Y.Q.); (Z.Z.); (H.H.); (Y.X.)
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China; (Q.W.); (Y.Q.); (Z.Z.); (H.H.); (Y.X.)
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 201240, China
- Correspondence: (F.S.); (L.S.)
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- Shanghai Advanced Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shanghai 201210, China;
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- School of Life Sciences, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China; (Q.W.); (Y.Q.); (Z.Z.); (H.H.); (Y.X.)
- Correspondence: (F.S.); (L.S.)
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Yang B, Zhou B, Li C, Li X, Shi Z, Li Y, Zhu C, Li X, Hua Y, Pan Y, He J, Cao T, Sun Y, Liu W, Ge M, Yang YR, Dong Y, Liu D. A Biostable
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‐DNA Hydrogel with Improved Stability for Biomedical Applications. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/ange.202202520] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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- Bo Yang
- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology Department of Chemistry Tsinghua University 100084 Beijing China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology Department of Chemistry Tsinghua University 100084 Beijing China
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- School of Life Sciences, Institute for Immunology Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Protein Sciences Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Structural Biology Collaborative Innovation Centre for Diagnosis and Treatment of Infectious Diseases Beijing Key Lab for Immunological Research on Chronic Diseases Tsinghua University 100084 Beijing China
- Tsinghua-Peking Center for Life Sciences 100084 Beijing China
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- Zenji Research Laboratories (Nanjing) Ltd. Building 9, Phase 2, Zifeng Research and Development Center, Qiaolin Tablet, Economic Development Zone, Pukou District Nanjing 211806 Jiangsu China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Colloid Interface and Chemical Thermodynamics, Institute of Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences University of Chinese Academy of Sciences 100190 Beijing China
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- School of Life Sciences, Institute for Immunology Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Protein Sciences Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Structural Biology Collaborative Innovation Centre for Diagnosis and Treatment of Infectious Diseases Beijing Key Lab for Immunological Research on Chronic Diseases Tsinghua University 100084 Beijing China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology Department of Chemistry Tsinghua University 100084 Beijing China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology Department of Chemistry Tsinghua University 100084 Beijing China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology Department of Chemistry Tsinghua University 100084 Beijing China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology Department of Chemistry Tsinghua University 100084 Beijing China
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- Zenji Research Laboratories (Nanjing) Ltd. Building 9, Phase 2, Zifeng Research and Development Center, Qiaolin Tablet, Economic Development Zone, Pukou District Nanjing 211806 Jiangsu China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology Department of Chemistry Tsinghua University 100084 Beijing China
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- College of Chemical Engineering China University of Petroleum (East China) 258000 Qingdao China
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- School of Life Sciences, Institute for Immunology Ministry of Education Key Laboratory of Protein Sciences Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Structural Biology Collaborative Innovation Centre for Diagnosis and Treatment of Infectious Diseases Beijing Key Lab for Immunological Research on Chronic Diseases Tsinghua University 100084 Beijing China
- Tsinghua-Peking Center for Life Sciences 100084 Beijing China
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- Zenji Research Laboratories (Nanjing) Ltd. Building 9, Phase 2, Zifeng Research and Development Center, Qiaolin Tablet, Economic Development Zone, Pukou District Nanjing 211806 Jiangsu China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Nanosystem and Hierarchical Fabrication CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience National Center for Nanoscience and Technology 100190 Beijing China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Colloid Interface and Chemical Thermodynamics, Institute of Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences University of Chinese Academy of Sciences 100190 Beijing China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioorganic Phosphorus Chemistry and Chemical Biology Department of Chemistry Tsinghua University 100084 Beijing China
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A high-integrated DNA biocomputing platform for MicroRNA sensing in living cells. Biosens Bioelectron 2022; 207:114183. [PMID: 35303538 DOI: 10.1016/j.bios.2022.114183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2022] [Revised: 03/08/2022] [Accepted: 03/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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DNA logic computing has captured increasing interest due to its ability to assemble programmable DNA computing elements for disease diagnosis, gene regulation, and targeted therapy. In this work, we developed an aptamer-equipped high-integrated DNA biocomputing platform (HIDBP-A) with a dual-recognition function that enabled cancer cell targeting. Dual microRNAs were the input signals and can perform AND logic operations. Compared to the free DNA biocomputing platform (FDBP), the integration of all computing elements into the same DNA tetrahedron greatly improved logic computing speed and efficiency owing to the confinement effect reflected by the high local concentration of computing elements. As a proof of concept, the utilization of microRNA as the input signal was beneficial for improving the scalability and flexibility of the sequence design of the logic nano-platform. Given that the different microRNAs were over-expressed in cancer cells, this new HIDBP-A has great promise in accurate diagnosis and logic-controlled disease treatment.
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Zhu G, Song P, Wu J, Luo M, Chen Z, Chen T. Application of Nucleic Acid Frameworks in the Construction of Nanostructures and Cascade Biocatalysts: Recent Progress and Perspective. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2022; 9:792489. [PMID: 35071205 PMCID: PMC8777461 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2021.792489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2021] [Accepted: 12/10/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Nucleic acids underlie the storage and retrieval of genetic information literally in all living organisms, and also provide us excellent materials for making artificial nanostructures and scaffolds for constructing multi-enzyme systems with outstanding performance in catalyzing various cascade reactions, due to their highly diverse and yet controllable structures, which are well determined by their sequences. The introduction of unnatural moieties into nucleic acids dramatically increased the diversity of sequences, structures, and properties of the nucleic acids, which undoubtedly expanded the toolbox for making nanomaterials and scaffolds of multi-enzyme systems. In this article, we first introduce the molecular structures and properties of nucleic acids and their unnatural derivatives. Then we summarized representative artificial nanomaterials made of nucleic acids, as well as their properties, functions, and application. We next review recent progress on constructing multi-enzyme systems with nucleic acid structures as scaffolds for cascade biocatalyst. Finally, we discuss the future direction of applying nucleic acid frameworks in the construction of nanomaterials and multi-enzyme molecular machines, with the potential contribution that unnatural nucleic acids may make to this field highlighted.
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- Gan Zhu
- MOE International Joint Research Laboratory on Synthetic Biology and Medicines, School of Biology and Biological Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China
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- MOE International Joint Research Laboratory on Synthetic Biology and Medicines, School of Biology and Biological Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China
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- MOE International Joint Research Laboratory on Synthetic Biology and Medicines, School of Biology and Biological Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China
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- MOE International Joint Research Laboratory on Synthetic Biology and Medicines, School of Biology and Biological Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China
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- MOE International Joint Research Laboratory on Synthetic Biology and Medicines, School of Biology and Biological Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China
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- MOE International Joint Research Laboratory on Synthetic Biology and Medicines, School of Biology and Biological Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China
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Wang DX, Wang J, Wang YX, Ma JY, Liu B, Tang AN, Kong DM. A CRISPR/Cas12a-responsive dual-aptamer DNA network for specific capture and controllable release of circulating tumor cells. Chem Sci 2022; 13:10395-10405. [PMID: 36277631 PMCID: PMC9473531 DOI: 10.1039/d2sc03374g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2022] [Accepted: 08/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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The separation and detection of circulating tumor cells (CTCs) have a significant impact on clinical diagnosis and treatment by providing a predictive diagnosis of primary tumors and tumor metastasis.
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- Dong-Xia Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Biosensing and Molecular Recognition, Research Centre for Analytical Sciences, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Biosensing and Molecular Recognition, Research Centre for Analytical Sciences, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, P. R. China
- School of Medical Laboratory, College of Medical Technology, Tianjin Medical University, Guangdong Road, Tianjin, 300203, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Biosensing and Molecular Recognition, Research Centre for Analytical Sciences, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, P. R. China
- School of Pharmacy, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, Shandong, 264003, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Biosensing and Molecular Recognition, Research Centre for Analytical Sciences, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Biosensing and Molecular Recognition, Research Centre for Analytical Sciences, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Biosensing and Molecular Recognition, Research Centre for Analytical Sciences, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Medicinal Chemical Biology, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Biosensing and Molecular Recognition, Research Centre for Analytical Sciences, College of Chemistry, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, P. R. China
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