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Do T, Vaculciakova S, Kluska K, Peris-Díaz MD, Priborsky J, Guran R, Krężel A, Adam V, Zitka O. Antioxidant-related enzymes and peptides as biomarkers of metallic nanoparticles (eco)toxicity in the aquatic environment. CHEMOSPHERE 2024; 364:142988. [PMID: 39103097 PMCID: PMC11422181 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2024.142988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2024] [Revised: 07/20/2024] [Accepted: 07/30/2024] [Indexed: 08/07/2024]
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Increased awareness of the impact of human activities on the environment has emerged in recent decades. One significant global environmental and human health issue is the development of materials that could potentially have negative effects. These materials can accumulate in the environment, infiltrate organisms, and move up the food chain, causing toxic effects at various levels. Therefore, it is crucial to assess materials comprising nano-scale particles due to the rapid expansion of nanotechnology. The aquatic environment, particularly vulnerable to waste pollution, demands attention. This review provides an overview of the behavior and fate of metallic nanoparticles (NPs) in the aquatic environment. It focuses on recent studies investigating the toxicity of different metallic NPs on aquatic organisms, with a specific emphasis on thiol-biomarkers of oxidative stress such as glutathione, thiol- and related-enzymes, and metallothionein. Additionally, the selection of suitable measurement methods for monitoring thiol-biomarkers in NPs' ecotoxicity assessments is discussed. The review also describes the analytical techniques employed for determining levels of oxidative stress biomarkers.
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- Tomas Do
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of AgriSciences, Mendel University in Brno, Zemedelska 1, 613 00, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of AgriSciences, Mendel University in Brno, Zemedelska 1, 613 00, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Chemical Biology, Faculty of Biotechnology, University of Wrocław, Joliot-Curie 14a, 50-383, Wrocław, Poland
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- Department of Chemical Biology, Faculty of Biotechnology, University of Wrocław, Joliot-Curie 14a, 50-383, Wrocław, Poland
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of AgriSciences, Mendel University in Brno, Zemedelska 1, 613 00, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of AgriSciences, Mendel University in Brno, Zemedelska 1, 613 00, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Chemical Biology, Faculty of Biotechnology, University of Wrocław, Joliot-Curie 14a, 50-383, Wrocław, Poland
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of AgriSciences, Mendel University in Brno, Zemedelska 1, 613 00, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of AgriSciences, Mendel University in Brno, Zemedelska 1, 613 00, Brno, Czech Republic.
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Sun A, Wang WX. Differentiation of cellular responses to particulate and soluble constituents in sunscreen products. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2024; 474:134791. [PMID: 38833954 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2024.134791] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2024] [Revised: 05/16/2024] [Accepted: 05/31/2024] [Indexed: 06/06/2024]
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Despite the growing awareness of potential human and environmental risks associated with sunscreens, identifying the specific constituents responsible for their potential toxicity is challenging. In this study, we applied three different types of sunscreens with contrasting compositions and compared the effects of their particulate and soluble fractions based on 15 cellular biomarkers of HaCaT cells. Multilinear regression analysis revealed that the internalized soluble fractions played a primary role in the overall cytotoxicity of sunscreen mixtures, which was primarily attributed to their biotransformation, generating metabolites with higher toxicity. The presence of plastic microspheres in sunscreens either inhibited the internalization of soluble fractions or led to their redistribution toward lysosomes. Conversely, subcellular toxicity resulting from the sunscreen mixture was predominantly influenced by particulates. Bio-transformable particulates such as ZnO dissolved in the organelles and induced higher subcellular toxicity compared to bioinert particulates such as microplastics. Subcellular biomarkers including lysosomal count, lysosomal size, mitochondrial count and mitochondrial shape emerged as the potential predictors of sunscreen presence. Our study provides important understanding of sunscreen toxicity by elucidating the differential impacts of particulate and soluble fractions in mixture contaminants.
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- Anqi Sun
- School of Energy and Environment and State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China; Research Centre for the Oceans and Human Health, City University of Hong Kong Shenzhen Research Institute, Shenzhen 518057, China
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- School of Energy and Environment and State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China; Research Centre for the Oceans and Human Health, City University of Hong Kong Shenzhen Research Institute, Shenzhen 518057, China.
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Zhang M, Ono M, Kawaguchi S, Iida M, Chattrairat K, Zhu Z, Nagashima K, Yanagida T, Yamaguchi J, Nishikawa H, Natsume A, Baba Y, Yasui T. On-Site Stimulation of Dendritic Cells by Cancer-Derived Extracellular Vesicles on a Core-Shell Nanowire Platform. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:29570-29580. [PMID: 38804616 PMCID: PMC11181270 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.4c00283] [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: 01/05/2024] [Revised: 05/12/2024] [Accepted: 05/16/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024]
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Extracellular vesicles (EVs) contain a subset of proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids that maintain the characteristics of the parent cell. Immunotherapy using EVs has become a focus of research due to their unique features and bioinspired applications in cancer treatment. Unlike conventional immunotherapy using tumor fragments, EVs can be easily obtained from bodily fluids without invasive actions. We previously fabricated nanowire devices that were specialized for EV collection, but they were not suitable for cell culturing. In this study, we fabricated a ZnO/Al2O3 core-shell nanowire platform that could collect more than 60% of the EVs from the cell supernatant. Additionally, we could continue to culture dendritic cells (DCs) on the platform as an artificial lymph node to investigate cell maturation into antigen-presenting cells. Finally, using this platform, we reproduced a series of on-site immune processes that are among the pivotal immune functions of DCs and include such processes as antigen uptake, antigen presentation, and endocytosis of cancer-derived EVs. This platform provides a new ex vivo tool for EV-DC-mediated immunotherapies.
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- Min Zhang
- Department
of Biomolecular Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan
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- Department
of Biomolecular Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan
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- Department
of Biomolecular Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan
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- Department
of Biomolecular Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan
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- Department
of Life Science and Technology, Tokyo Institute
of Technology, Nagatsuta 4259, Midori-ku, Yokohama 226-8501, Japan
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- Department
of Life Science and Technology, Tokyo Institute
of Technology, Nagatsuta 4259, Midori-ku, Yokohama 226-8501, Japan
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- Research
Institute for Electronic Science (RIES), Hokkaido University, Kita, Sapporo, Hokkaido 001-0020, Japan
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- Department
of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-8656, Japan
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- Department
of Immunology, Nagoya University Graduate
School of Medicine, Nagoya 466-8550, Japan
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- Department
of Immunology, Nagoya University Graduate
School of Medicine, Nagoya 466-8550, Japan
- Division
of Cancer Immunology, Exploratory Oncology
Research and Clinical Trial Center (EPOC), National Cancer Center, Chiba 277-8577, Japan
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- Institute
of Nano-Life-Systems, Institutes of Innovation for Future Society, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan
- Kawamura
Medical Society, Gifu 501-3144, Japan
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- Department
of Biomolecular Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan
- Institute
of Nano-Life-Systems, Institutes of Innovation for Future Society, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan
- Institute
for Quantum Life Science, National Institutes
for Quantum Science and Technology (QST), Anagawa 4-9-1, Inage-ku, Chiba 263-8555, Japan
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- Department
of Biomolecular Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan
- Department
of Life Science and Technology, Tokyo Institute
of Technology, Nagatsuta 4259, Midori-ku, Yokohama 226-8501, Japan
- Institute
of Nano-Life-Systems, Institutes of Innovation for Future Society, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan
- Institute
for Quantum Life Science, National Institutes
for Quantum Science and Technology (QST), Anagawa 4-9-1, Inage-ku, Chiba 263-8555, Japan
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Mao Y, Wang L, Xu Z, Xie W, Wang Y, Qiao W, Zhu Z, Wang J. Developing a Selection Framework for Zinc Ion-Based Biomaterial Design: Guided by the Biosafety Assessment of ZIF-8 and ZnO. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2024; 10:2967-2982. [PMID: 38632925 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.3c01693] [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] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
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In recent years, nanomaterials have gained widespread use in the biomedical field, with ZIF-8 and ZnO emerging as promising candidates due to their remarkable performance in osteogenesis, angiogenesis, and antimicrobial therapy. However, before advancing these nanomaterials for clinical applications, it is imperative to evaluate their biocompatibility. In particular, comparing nanomaterials with similar biomedical functions is crucial for identifying the most suitable nanomaterials for further development and market entry. Our study aimed to compare the biocompatibility of nano-ZIF-8 and nano-ZnO under the same conditions. We found that nano-ZIF-8 exhibited lower toxicity both in vitro and in vivo compared to nano-ZnO. To gain insights into the underlying mechanisms responsible for this difference, we conducted further experiments to investigate lysosome damage, mitochondrial change, and the occurrence of ferroptosis. Additionally, we performed transcriptome sequencing to analyze the expression of relevant genes, thereby providing robust validation for our findings. In summary, our study highlighted the importance of evaluating nanomaterials with similar biomedical effects. Through this comparative study, we have not only shed light on the superior biocompatibility of nano-ZIF-8 over nano-ZnO, but also contributed valuable insights and methodological references for future material screening endeavors. Ultimately, our study served as a stepping stone toward the development of safer and more effective nanomaterials for various biomedical applications.
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- Yilin Mao
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Prosthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Prosthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Prosthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Prosthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Prosthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610041, China
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- Applied Oral Sciences & Community Dental Care, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong 000000, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Prosthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610041, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Prosthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan 610041, China
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Paslı D, Gürbay A. Assessment of Protective Effects of DTPA, NAC, and Taurine on Possible Cytotoxicity Induced by Individual and Combined Zinc Oxide and Copper Oxide Nanoparticles in SH-SY5Y Cells. Biol Trace Elem Res 2024:10.1007/s12011-024-04161-0. [PMID: 38683268 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-024-04161-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
Abstract
The present study investigated the cytotoxic effects of ZnO, CuO, and mixed combinations of them on SH-SY5Y cells. For this purpose, the cells were exposed to various concentrations of these NPs alone for 24-96 h and as a mixture for 24 h. Variations in cell viability were noted. MTT results showed that ZnO and/or CuO NPs decreased cell survival by about 59% at 200 (ZnO, at 24 h) and 800 µg/ml (ZnO and/or CuO, at 72 and 96 h). When the NR assay was used, slight decreases were noted with ZnO NPs at 72 and 96 h. With CuO NPs alone and NPs in a mixture, only the highest concentrations caused 40 and 70% decreases in cell survival, respectively. Especially with NR assays, DTPA, NAC, or taurine provided marked protection. ROS levels were increased with the highest concentration of CuO NPs and with all concentrations of the mixture. The highest concentration of ZnO NPs and the lowest concentration of CuO NPs caused slight decreases in mitochondrial membrane potential levels. Additionally, increases were noted in caspase 3/7 levels with ZnO and CuO NPs alone or with a mixture of them. Intracellular calcium levels were decreased in this system. These findings demonstrated that ZnO and CuO NPs, either separately or in combination, had a modest cytotoxic effect on SH-SY5Y cells. Protection obtained with DTPA, NAC, or taurine against the cytotoxicity of these NPs and the ROS-inducing effect of CuO NPs and the NPs' mixture suggests that oxidative stress might be involved in the cytotoxicity mechanisms of these NPs.
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- Duygu Paslı
- Department of Pharmaceutical Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Hacettepe University, 06100, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Hacettepe University, 06100, Ankara, Turkey.
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Dordevic S, Dordevic D, Tesikova K, Sedlacek P, Kalina M, Vapenka L, Nejezchlebova M, Treml J, Tremlova B, Koudelková Mikulášková H. Nanometals incorporation into active and biodegradable chitosan films. Heliyon 2024; 10:e28430. [PMID: 38576574 PMCID: PMC10990857 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e28430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2024] [Revised: 03/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024] Open
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This study investigates the effects of incorporating ZnO, TiO2, and colloidal Ag nanoparticles on the antioxidant, antimicrobial, and physical properties of biodegradable chitosan films. The research focuses on addressing the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions that offer efficient food preservation while mitigating environmental concerns. In this investigation, the physical properties including thickness, water content, solubility, swelling degree, tensile strength, and elasticity of the chitosan films were examined. Additionally, the samples were analyzed for total polyphenol content, antimicrobial activity, and antioxidant capacity. Notably, the incorporation of ZnO nanoparticles led to the lowest water content and highest strength values among the tested films. Conversely, the addition of colloidal Ag nanoparticles resulted in films with the highest antioxidant capacities (DPPH: 32.202 ± 1.631 %). Remarkably, antimicrobial tests revealed enhanced activity with the inclusion of colloidal silver nanoparticles, yet the most potent antimicrobial properties were observed in films containing ZnO (E.coli: 2.0 ± 0.0 mm; MRSA: 2.0 ± 0.5 mm). The findings of this study hold significant implications for the advancement of edible biodegradable films, offering potential for more efficient food packaging solutions that address environmental sustainability concerns. By elucidating the effects of nanoparticle incorporation on film properties, this research contributes to the ongoing discourse surrounding sustainable packaging solutions in the food industry.
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- Simona Dordevic
- Department of Plant Origin Food Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Hygiene and Ecology, University of Veterinary Sciences Brno, Palackeho tr. 1946/1, 612 42, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Plant Origin Food Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Hygiene and Ecology, University of Veterinary Sciences Brno, Palackeho tr. 1946/1, 612 42, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Plant Origin Food Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Hygiene and Ecology, University of Veterinary Sciences Brno, Palackeho tr. 1946/1, 612 42, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Faculty of Chemistry, Brno University of Technology, Purkynova 118, 612 00, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Faculty of Chemistry, Brno University of Technology, Purkynova 118, 612 00, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Food Preservation, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, Technicka 5, 166 28 Prague 6, Czech Republic
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- Department of Molecular Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Masaryk University, Palackeho tr. 1946/1, 612 00, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Molecular Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Masaryk University, Palackeho tr. 1946/1, 612 00, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Plant Origin Food Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Hygiene and Ecology, University of Veterinary Sciences Brno, Palackeho tr. 1946/1, 612 42, Brno, Czech Republic
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- Department of Plant Origin Food Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Hygiene and Ecology, University of Veterinary Sciences Brno, Palackeho tr. 1946/1, 612 42, Brno, Czech Republic
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Al-Ragi MJ, Karieb SS, Fathallah N, Zaïri A. Effect of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles on Liver Functions in Albino Mice. Cureus 2024; 16:e54822. [PMID: 38529423 PMCID: PMC10962696 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.54822] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 03/27/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND An alarming number of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) have leaked into the environment, endangering the tissues of many living creatures, due to the recent surge in their use in several items. Through intra-peritoneal injection, this research intends to examine the impact of ZnO-NPs on the hepatic and gastrointestinal structures of male albino mice. METHOD For seven and 14 days, animals were given 0.1 ml of 100 and 200 mg kg-1 of 50 nm-size ZnO-NPs, respectively. In contrast, those in the control group were given only water and food. RESULT The results demonstrated that the treated mice's livers underwent functional changes and histological damage. After seven and 14 days, there was a notable rise in the average levels of the glutamate-oxaloacetate transaminase and glutamate-pyruvate transaminase enzymes in comparison to the control group (p≤0.05). Concentration time determines the magnitude of this impact. When enzyme levels vary, it means the liver isn't working properly. Histological changes in the liver, such as necrosis, destruction of hepatocyte membranes, widening of sinusoidal spaces and vacuolation of their cytoplasm, vascular congestion, and an increased number of Kupffer cells, were induced in mice treated with ZnO-NPs at two studied concentrations (100 and 200 mg/kg) for seven and 14 days, respectively. These effects were time-dose-dependent, according to the results of hematoxylin-eosin staining of liver tissue images.
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- Department of Biology, College of Education for Pure Science (Ibn Al-Haitham) University of Baghdad, Baghdad, IRQ
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- Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine (Ibn El Gazzar) University of Sousse, Sousse, TUN
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- Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine (Ibn El Gazzar) University of Sousse, Sousse, TUN
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Shoaib A, Shahid S, Mansoor S, Javed M, Iqbal S, Mahmood S, Bahadur A, Jaber F, Alshalwi M. Tailoring of an anti-diabetic drug empagliflozin onto zinc oxide nanoparticles: characterization and in vitro evaluation of anti-hyperglycemic potential. Sci Rep 2024; 14:2499. [PMID: 38291095 PMCID: PMC10827742 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-52523-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 02/01/2024] Open
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Diabetes is a serious health issue that can be a great risk factor related to numerous physical problems. A class of drugs "Gliflozin" especially Sodium Glucose Co. Transporter 2 was inhibited by a novel drug, which is known as "empagliflozin". While ZnO nanoparticles (NPs) had considerable promise for combating diabetes, it was employed in the treatment and management of type-2 diabetes mellitus. The new drug empagliflozin was initially incorporated into Zinc Oxide NPs in this study using the surface physio-sorption technique, and the degree of drug adsorption was assessed using the HPLC method. The tailored product was characterized by using the FTIR, EDX, Ultraviolet-Visible, XRD and SEM techniques. With an average particle size of 17 nm, SEM revealed mono-dispersion of NPs and sphere-like form. The Freundlich isotherm model best fits and explains the data for the physio-sorption investigation, which examined adsorption capabilities using adsorption isotherms. The enzymes α-amylase and α-glucosidase, which are involved in the human metabolism of carbohydrates, were used in the in-vitro anti-diabetic assays. It was discovered that the composite showed the highest levels of 81.72 and 92.77% inhibition of -α-amylase and -glucosidase at an absolute concentration of 1000 μg per ml with IC50 values of 30.6 μg per ml and 72 μg per ml.
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- Abdullah Shoaib
- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, 54770, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, 54770, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, 54770, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, 54770, Pakistan
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- Nottingham Ningbo China Beacons of Excellence Research and Innovation Institute, University of Nottingham Ningbo China, Ningbo, 315100, China.
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- Nottingham Ningbo China Beacons of Excellence Research and Innovation Institute, University of Nottingham Ningbo China, Ningbo, 315100, China
- Functional Materials Group, Gulf University for Science and Technology, 32093, Mishref, Kuwait
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Mathematics, and Technology, Wenzhou-Kean University, Wenzhou, 325060, China.
- Dorothy and George Hennings College of Science, Mathematics and Technology, Kean University, 1000 Morris Ave, Union, New Jersey, 07083, USA.
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Ajman University, Ajman, UAE.
- Center of Medical and Bio-Allied Health Sciences Research, Ajman University, Ajman, UAE.
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, PO Box 2455, 11541, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Yu J, Zhu F, Yang Y, Zhang P, Zheng Y, Chen H, Gao Y. Ultrasmall iron-doped zinc oxide nanoparticles for ferroptosis assisted sono-chemodynamic cancer therapy. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2023; 232:113606. [PMID: 37898045 DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2023.113606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2023] [Revised: 10/03/2023] [Accepted: 10/17/2023] [Indexed: 10/30/2023]
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The efficacy and biosafety of sonodynamic therapy (SDT) are closely related to the properties of sonosensitizers. Inorganic sonosensitizers with high chemical stability and low dark toxicity are generally limited by slow metabolism and accumulation in vivo. Combined treatment strategies by inducing more redox imbalance are expected to improve the efficacy of sonodynamic antitumor therapy. Herein, we report the development of ultra-small iron-doped zinc oxide nanoparticles (FZO NPs) to achieve synergistic sono-chemodynamic therapy and low accumulation in vivo. The surface of FZO NPs with diameter of 5 nm was modified with 3-aminopropyltriethoxysilane and polyethylene glycol 600 to obtain FZO-ASP with good aqueous stability. FZO-ASP with iron doping could trigger Fenton reaction and induce ferroptosis in cancer cells. With the assistance of ultrasonic energy, FZO-ASP demonstrated enhanced inhibitory effects on proliferation of various cancer cells and murine breast tumor growth than undoped counterpart. In addition, FZO-ASP injected intravenously could be effectively excreted in vivo and showed no obvious cumulative toxicity to the treated mice. Hence, this type of ultra-small iron-doped zinc oxide nanoparticles could serve as a safe and efficient sonosensitizer agent for synergistic sono-chemodynamic cancer therapy.
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- Jing Yu
- Cancer Metastasis Alert and Prevention Center, College of Chemistry, and Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Cancer Metastasis Chemoprevention and Chemotherapy, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China
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- Cancer Metastasis Alert and Prevention Center, College of Chemistry, and Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Cancer Metastasis Chemoprevention and Chemotherapy, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China
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- Cancer Metastasis Alert and Prevention Center, College of Chemistry, and Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Cancer Metastasis Chemoprevention and Chemotherapy, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China
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- Cancer Metastasis Alert and Prevention Center, College of Chemistry, and Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Cancer Metastasis Chemoprevention and Chemotherapy, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China
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- Cancer Metastasis Alert and Prevention Center, College of Chemistry, and Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Cancer Metastasis Chemoprevention and Chemotherapy, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China
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- Key Laboratory of Molecule Synthesis and Function Discovery (Fujian Province University), College of Chemistry, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China
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- Cancer Metastasis Alert and Prevention Center, College of Chemistry, and Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Cancer Metastasis Chemoprevention and Chemotherapy, Fuzhou University, Fuzhou 350116, China.
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Herrera-Rodríguez MA, Del Pilar Ramos-Godinez M, Cano-Martínez A, Segura FC, Ruiz-Ramírez A, Pavón N, Lira-Silva E, Bautista-Pérez R, Thomas RS, Delgado-Buenrostro NL, Chirino YI, López-Marure R. Food-grade titanium dioxide and zinc oxide nanoparticles induce toxicity and cardiac damage after oral exposure in rats. Part Fibre Toxicol 2023; 20:43. [PMID: 37978398 PMCID: PMC10655394 DOI: 10.1186/s12989-023-00553-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Metallic nanoparticles (NPs) are widely used as food additives for human consumption. NPs reach the bloodstream given their small size, getting in contact with all body organs and cells. NPs have adverse effects on the respiratory and intestinal tract; however, few studies have focused on the toxic consequences of orally ingested metallic NPs on the cardiovascular system. Here, the effects of two food-grade additives on the cardiovascular system were analyzed. METHODS Titanium dioxide labeled as E171 and zinc oxide (ZnO) NPs were orally administered to Wistar rats using an esophageal cannula at 10 mg/kg bw every other day for 90 days. We evaluated cardiac cell morphology and death, expression of apoptotic and autophagic proteins in cardiac mitochondria, mitochondrial dysfunction, and concentration of metals on cardiac tissue. RESULTS Heart histology showed important morphological changes such as presence of cellular infiltrates, collagen deposition and mitochondrial alterations in hearts from rats exposed to E171 and ZnO NPs. Intracellular Cyt-C levels dropped, while TUNEL positive cells increased. No significant changes in the expression of inflammatory cytokines were detected. Both NPs altered mitochondrial function indicating cardiac dysfunction, which was associated with an elevated concentration of calcium. ZnO NPs induced expression of caspases 3 and 9 and two autophagic proteins, LC3B and beclin-1, and had the strongest effect compared to E171. CONCLUSIONS E171 and ZnO NPs induce adverse cardiovascular effects in rats after 90 days of exposure, thus food intake containing these additives, should be taken into consideration, since they translocate into the bloodstream and cause cardiovascular damage.
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- Manuel Alejandro Herrera-Rodríguez
- Departamento de Fisiología, Instituto Nacional de Cardiología Ignacio Chávez, Juan Badiano No. 1, Colonia Sección 16, Tlalpan, C.P. 14080, Ciudad de Mexico, México
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- Departamento de Fisiología, Instituto Nacional de Cardiología Ignacio Chávez, Juan Badiano No. 1, Colonia Sección 16, Tlalpan, C.P. 14080, Ciudad de Mexico, México
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- Departamento de Biomedicina Cardiovascular, Instituto Nacional de Cardiología Ignacio Chávez, Ciudad de México, México
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- Departamento de Biomedicina Cardiovascular, Instituto Nacional de Cardiología Ignacio Chávez, Ciudad de México, México
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- Departamento de Farmacología, Instituto Nacional de Cardiología Ignacio Chávez, Ciudad de México, México
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- Departamento de Farmacología, Instituto Nacional de Cardiología Ignacio Chávez, Ciudad de México, México
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- Departamento de Biología Molecular, Instituto Nacional de Cardiología Ignacio Chávez, Ciudad de México, México
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- Departamento de Bioquímica, Instituto Nacional de Cardiología Ignacio Chávez, Ciudad de México, México
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- Unidad de Biomedicina, Facultad de Estudios Superiores Iztacala, UNAM, Ciudad de México, México
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- Departamento de Fisiología, Instituto Nacional de Cardiología Ignacio Chávez, Juan Badiano No. 1, Colonia Sección 16, Tlalpan, C.P. 14080, Ciudad de Mexico, México.
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Yang Y, Zhu Y, Wang K, Miao Y, Zhang Y, Gao J, Qin H, Zhang Y. Activation of autophagy by in situ Zn 2+ chelation reaction for enhanced tumor chemoimmunotherapy. Bioact Mater 2023; 29:116-131. [PMID: 37456582 PMCID: PMC10345225 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2023.06.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2023] [Revised: 06/21/2023] [Accepted: 06/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023] Open
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Chemotherapy can induce a robust T cell antitumor immune response by triggering immunogenic cell death (ICD), a process in which tumor cells convert from nonimmunogenic to immunogenic forms. However, the antitumor immune response of ICD remains limited due to the low immunogenicity of tumor cells and the immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment. Although autophagy is involved in activating tumor immunity, the synergistic role of autophagy in ICD remains elusive and challenging. Herein, we report an autophagy amplification strategy using an ion-chelation reaction to augment chemoimmunotherapy in cancer treatments based on zinc ion (Zn2+)-doped, disulfiram (DSF)-loaded mesoporous silica nanoparticles (DSF@Zn-DMSNs). Upon pH-sensitive biodegradation of DSF@Zn-DMSNs, Zn2+ and DSF are coreleased in the mildly acidic tumor microenvironment, leading to the formation of toxic Zn2+ chelate through an in situ chelation reaction. Consequently, this chelate not only significantly stimulates cellular apoptosis and generates damage-associated molecular patterns (DAMPs) but also activates autophagy, which mediates the amplified release of DAMPs to enhance ICD. In vivo results demonstrated that DSF@Zn-DMSNs exhibit strong therapeutic efficacy via in situ ion chelation and possess the ability to activate autophagy, thus enhancing immunotherapy by promoting the infiltration of T cells. This study provides a smart in situ chelation strategy with tumor microenvironment-responsive autophagy amplification to achieve high tumor chemoimmunotherapy efficacy and biosafety.
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- Yang Yang
- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
- School of Medicine, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, PR China
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- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
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- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
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- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
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- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
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- Changhai Clinical Research Unit, Shanghai Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, 200433, PR China
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- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
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- Nanomedicine and Intestinal Microecology Research Center, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200072, PR China
- School of Medicine, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, PR China
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Abdelrahman SA, El-Shal AS, Abdelrahman AA, Saleh EZH, Mahmoud AA. Neuroprotective effects of quercetin on the cerebellum of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnoNps)-exposed rats. Tissue Barriers 2023; 11:2115273. [PMID: 35996208 PMCID: PMC10364653 DOI: 10.1080/21688370.2022.2115273] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2022] [Revised: 08/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/16/2022] [Indexed: 10/15/2022] Open
Abstract
Engineered nanomaterials induce hazardous effects at the cellular and molecular levels. We investigated different mechanisms underlying the neurotoxic potential of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs) on cerebellar tissue and clarified the ameliorative role of Quercetin supplementation. Forty adult male albino rats were divided into control group (I), ZnONPs-exposed group (II), and ZnONPs and Quercetin group (III). Oxidative stress biomarkers (MDA & TOS), antioxidant biomarkers (SOD, GSH, GR, and TAC), serum interleukins (IL-1β, IL-6, IL-8), and tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α) were measured. Serum micro-RNA (miRNA): miRNA-21-5p, miRNA-122-5p, miRNA-125b-5p, and miRNA-155-3p expression levels were quantified by real-time quantitative polymerase-chain reaction (RT-QPCR). Cerebellar tissue sections were stained with Hematoxylin & Eosin and Silver stains and examined microscopically. Expression levels of Calbindin D28k, GFAP, and BAX proteins in cerebellar tissue were detected by immunohistochemistry. Quercetin supplementation lowered oxidative stress biomarkers levels and ameliorated the antioxidant parameters that were decreased by ZnONPs. No significant differences in GR activity were detected between the study groups. ZnONPs significantly increased serum IL-1β, IL-6, IL-8, and TNF-α which were improved with Quercetin. Serum miRNA-21-5p, miRNA-122-5p, miRNA-125b-5p, and miRNA-155-p expression levels showed significant increase in ZnONPs group, while no significant difference was observed between Quercetin-treated group and control group. ZnONPs markedly impaired cerebellar tissue structure with decreased levels of calbindin D28k, increased BAX and GFAP expression. Quercetin supplementation ameliorated cerebellar tissue apoptosis, gliosis and improved calbindin levels. In conclusion: Quercetin supplementation ameliorated cerebellar neurotoxicity induced by ZnONPs at cellular and molecular basis by different studied mechanisms.Abbreviations: NPs: Nanoparticles, ROS: reactive oxygen species, ZnONPs: Zinc oxide nanoparticles, AgNPs: silver nanoparticles, BBB: blood-brain barrier, ncRNAs: Non-coding RNAs, miRNA: Micro RNA, DMSO: Dimethyl sulfoxide, LPO: lipid peroxidation, MDA: malondialdehyde, TBA: thiobarbituric acid, TOS: total oxidative status, ELISA: enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, H2O2: hydrogen peroxide, SOD: superoxide dismutase, GR: glutathione reductase, TAC: total antioxidant capacity, IL-1: interleukin-1, TNF: tumor necrosis factor alpha, cDNA: complementary DNA, RT-QPCR: Real-time quantitative polymerase-chain reaction, ABC: Avidin biotin complex technique, DAB: 3', 3-diaminobenzidine, SPSS: Statistical Package for Social Sciences, ANOVA: One way analysis of variance, Tukey's HSD: Tukey's Honestly Significant Difference, GFAP: glial fiberillar acitic protein, iNOS: Inducible nitric oxide synthase, NO: nitric oxide, HO-1: heme oxygenase-1, Nrf2: nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2, NF-B: nuclear factor-B, SCI: spinal cord injury, CB: Calbindin.
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- Shaimaa A. Abdelrahman
- Medical Histology and Cell Biology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
- Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department, Armed Forces College of Medicine (AFCM), Cairo, Egypt
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- Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Medical Histology and Cell Biology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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- Medical Histology and Cell Biology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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Yao J, Zhang A, Qiu Y, Li Z, Wu X, Li Z, Wu A, Yang F. Navigating zinc-involved nanomedicine in oncotherapy. NANOSCALE 2023; 15:4261-4276. [PMID: 36756840 DOI: 10.1039/d2nr06857e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
Abstract
Zinc (Zn), extolled as "the flower of life" in modern medicine, has been extensively highlighted with its physiological functions to maintain growth, development, and metabolism homeostasis. Driven by the substantial advancement of nanotechnology and oncology, Zn-involved nanomedicines integrating the intrinsic bioactivity of Zn species and the physiochemical attributes of Zn-composed nanosystems have blazed a highly efficient and relatively biosafe antineoplastic path. In this review, we aim to highlight and discuss the recent representative modalities of emerging Zn-involved oncology nanomedicine, mainly emphasizing the rational design, biological effect and biosafety, and therapeutic strategies. In addition, we provide the underlying critical obstacles and future perspectives of Zn-involved oncology nanomedicines, primarily focusing on the chances and challenges of clinical translation. Furthermore, we hope the review can give rise to opportunities within oncology nanomedicine and other biomedical fields, promoting the prosperity and progress of the "Zincic Age".
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- Junlie Yao
- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P. R. China
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
- Cixi Biomedical Research Institute, Wenzhou Medical University, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
- Cixi Biomedical Research Institute, Wenzhou Medical University, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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- Ningbo Cixi Institute of BioMedical Engineering, CAS Key Laboratory of Magnetic Materials and Devices, Key Laboratory of Additive Manufacturing Materials of Zhejiang Province, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Ningbo 315201, P.R. China.
- Cixi Biomedical Research Institute, Wenzhou Medical University, Zhejiang, P. R. China
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Yan Z, Liu C, Liu Y, Tan X, Li X, Shi Y, Ding C. The interaction of ZnO nanoparticles, Cr(VI), and microorganisms triggers a novel ROS scavenging strategy to inhibit microbial Cr(VI) reduction. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2023; 443:130375. [PMID: 36444067 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2022.130375] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Revised: 10/20/2022] [Accepted: 11/08/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
Abstract
Cr(VI) contaminated water usually contains other contaminants like engineered nanomaterials (ENMs). During the process of microbial treatment, the inevitable interaction of Cr(VI), ENMs, and microorganisms probably determines the efficiency of Cr(VI) biotransformation, however, the corresponding information remains elusive. This study investigated the interaction of ZnO nanoparticles (NPs), Cr(VI), and Pannonibacter phragmitetus BB (hereafter BB), which changed the process of microbial Cr(VI) reduction. ZnO NPs inhibited Cr(VI) reduction, but had no effect on bacterial viability. In particular, Cr(VI) induced BB to produce organic acids and to drive Zn2+ dissolution from ZnO NPs inside and outside of cells. The dissolved Zn2+ not only promoted Cr(VI) reduction to Cr(V)/Cr(IV) by strengthening sugar metabolism and inducing increase in NAD(P)H production, but also hindered Cr(V)/Cr(IV) transformation to Cr(III) through down-regulating Cr(VI) reductase genes. A novel bacterial driven ROS scavenging mechanism leading to the inhibition of Cr(VI) reduction was elucidated. Specifically, the accumulated Cr(VI) and Cr(V)/Cr(IV) formed a redox dynamic equilibrium, which triggered the disproportionation of superoxide radicals mimicking superoxide dismutase through the flip-flop of Cr(VI) and Cr(V)/Cr(IV) in bacterial cells. This study provided a realistic insight into design the applicability of biological remediation technology for Cr(VI) contaminant and evaluating environmental risks of ENMs.
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- Zhiyan Yan
- School of Environment and Resources, Xiangtan University, Xiangtan 411105, China
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- School of Environment and Resources, Xiangtan University, Xiangtan 411105, China
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- School of Environment and Resources, Xiangtan University, Xiangtan 411105, China.
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- Institute of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Metallurgy and Environment, Central South University, 410083 Changsha, China
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- Institute of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Metallurgy and Environment, Central South University, 410083 Changsha, China
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- Institute of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Metallurgy and Environment, Central South University, 410083 Changsha, China; National Engineering Research Center for Heavy Metals Pollution Control and Treatment, 410083 Changsha, China.
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Chongqing University, Chongqing 400044, China.
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Li Z, Zhang S, Liu M, Zhong T, Li H, Wang J, Zhao H, Tian Y, Wang H, Wang J, Xu M, Wang S, Zhang X. Antitumor Activity of the Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Coated with Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin and Doxorubicin Complex In Vitro and In Vivo. Mol Pharm 2022; 19:4179-4190. [PMID: 36223494 DOI: 10.1021/acs.molpharmaceut.2c00553] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Various metal oxide nanomaterials have been widely used as carriers to prepare pH-sensitive nanomedicines to respond to the acidic tumor microenvironment promoting antitumor efficiency. Herein, we used zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) as metal oxide nanomaterial coated with low-molecular-weight heparin (LMHP) and doxorubicin (DOX) complex (LMHP-DOX) to prepare ZnO-LD NPs for controllable pH-triggered DOX release on the targeted site. Our results indicated that the released DOX from ZnO-LD NPs was pH-sensitive. The oxygen produced by ZnO-LD NPs in H2O2 solution was observed in in vitro experiment. The ZnO-LD NPs entered into both PC-3M and 4T1 tumor cells via clathrin-mediated endocytosis and micropinocytosis pathway. The intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) generated by ZnO-LD NPs could significantly increase the caspase 3/7 level, leading to tumor cell apoptosis. The in vitro and in vivo antitumor activity was confirmed in PC-3M and 4T1 cell lines or tumor-bearing mice models. The in vivo and in vitro tumor images via second-order nonlinearity of ZnO-LD NPs indicated that ZnO-LD NPs could penetrate deep into the tumor tissues. Therefore, the ZnO-LD NPs developed in our study could provide an efficient approach for the preparation of pH-sensitive nano delivery systems suitable for tumor therapy and imaging.
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- Zhuoyue Li
- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China.,Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug Delivery Systems, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China.,Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug Delivery Systems, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China.,Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug Delivery Systems, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China.,Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug Delivery Systems, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China.,Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug Delivery Systems, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China.,Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug Delivery Systems, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China.,Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug Delivery Systems, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China.,Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug Delivery Systems, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China.,Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug Delivery Systems, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China.,Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug Delivery Systems, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China.,Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug Delivery Systems, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Peking University Third Hospital, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China.,Beijing Key Laboratory of Molecular Pharmaceutics and New Drug Delivery Systems, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Peking University, Xueyuan Road 38, Beijing 100191, China
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Biodegradable Polymers-Based Smart Nanocrystals for Loxoprofen Delivery with Enhanced Solubility: Design, Fabrication and Physical Characterizations. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14173464. [PMID: 36080539 PMCID: PMC9460905 DOI: 10.3390/polym14173464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2022] [Revised: 08/20/2022] [Accepted: 08/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Nanocrystals are carrier-free, submicron-sized, colloidal drug delivery systems with particle sizes in the mean nanometer range. Nanocrystals have high bioavailability and fast absorption because of their high dissolution velocity and enhanced adhesiveness to cell membranes. Loxoprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug belonging to the Biopharmaceutical Classification System (BCS) II drug class, was selected as the model drug. The aim of this study was to formulate nanocrystals of loxoprofen. A total of 12 formulations (F1 to F12) were prepared. An antisolvent technique was used to determine the effects of various stabilizers and processing conditions on the optimization of formulations. The various stabilizers used were hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (0.5%), polyvinylpyrrolidone (0.5%), and sodium lauryl sulfate (0.1%). The various characterizations conducted for this research included stability studies at 25 °C and 4 °C, scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray powder diffraction (XRPD), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), zeta potentials, polydispersity indexes, and dissolution studies. F10 was the optimized formulation that showed stability at room temperature, as well as at a refrigerated temperature, for 30 days. A high dissolution rate (100% within the first 10 min) was shown by comparative dissolution studies of nano-suspensions with the micro-suspension and raw loxoprofen. F10 formulation had a non-porous and crystalline morphology on evaluation by TEM and XRPD, respectively, and the average particle size was 300 ± 0.3 nm as confirmed by TEM. DSC recorded a reduction in the melting point (180 °C processed and 200 °C unprocessed melting points). The dissolution rate and solubility of the formulated loxoprofen nanocrystals were significantly enhanced. It can be concluded that selecting suitable stabilizers (i.e., polymers and surfactants) can produce stable nanocrystals, and this can potentially lead to a scaling up of the process for commercialization.
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Cui W, Zhao Y, Han Y, Wang X, Guan R, Liu S, Zhang T, He T. Electrochemically Accessing ROS‐Related Cytotoxicity through the Oxygen Reduction Reaction to Identify Antimicrobial Agents. ChemElectroChem 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/celc.202200560] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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- Wei Cui
- Yantai University Department of Applied Chemistry CHINA
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- Yantai University Department of Applied Chemistry CHINA
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- Yantai University Department of Applied Chemistry CHINA
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- Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences Institute of Feed Research CHINA
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- Yantai University Department of Applied Chemistry CHINA
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- Yantai University Department of Applied Chemistry CHINA
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- Yantai University Applied Chemistry 30th Clearspring RDLaishan district 264005 Yantai CHINA
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- Yantai University Department of Applied Chemistry CHINA
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Maddah M, Unsworth CP, Gouws GJ, Plank NOV. Synthesis of encapsulated ZnO nanowires provide low impedance alternatives for microelectrodes. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0270164. [PMID: 35709181 PMCID: PMC9202946 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0270164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2022] [Accepted: 06/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Microelectrodes are commonly used in electrochemical analysis and biological sensing applications owing to their miniaturised dimensions. It is often desirable to improve the performance of microelectrodes by reducing their electrochemical impedance for increasing the signal-to-noise of the recorded signals. One successful route is to incorporate nanomaterials directly onto microelectrodes; however, it is essential that these fabrication routes are simple and repeatable. In this article, we demonstrate how to synthesise metal encapsulated ZnO nanowires (Cr/Au-ZnO NWs, Ti-ZnO NWs and Pt-ZnO NWs) to reduce the impedance of the microelectrodes. Electrochemical impedance modelling and characterisation of Cr/Au-ZnO NWs, Ti-ZnO NWs and Pt-ZnO NWs are carried out in conjunction with controls of planar Cr/Au and pristine ZnO NWs. It was found that the ZnO NW microelectrodes that were encapsulated with a 10 nm thin layer of Ti or Pt demonstrated the lowest electrochemical impedance of 400 ± 25 kΩ at 1 kHz. The Ti and Pt encapsulated ZnO NWs have the potential to offer an alternative microelectrode modality that could be attractive to electrochemical and biological sensing applications.
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- Mohsen Maddah
- School of Chemical and Physical Science, Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
- The MacDiarmid Institute for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Wellington, New Zealand
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- The MacDiarmid Institute for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Wellington, New Zealand
- Department of Engineering Science, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- The MacDiarmid Institute for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Wellington, New Zealand
- School of Engineering and Computer Science, Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
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- School of Chemical and Physical Science, Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
- The MacDiarmid Institute for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Wellington, New Zealand
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Naguib GH, Abd El-Aziz GS, Mously HA, Bukhary SM, Hamed MT. Assessment of the dose-dependent biochemical and cytotoxicity of zein-coated MgO nanowires in male and female albino rats. Ann Med 2021; 53:1850-1862. [PMID: 34693843 PMCID: PMC8547828 DOI: 10.1080/07853890.2021.1991587] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2021] [Accepted: 10/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Introduction: Recently, zein-coated MgO nanowires were synthesized, which could be promising as an effective antimicrobial compounds that can be combined in the preparation of a diversity of new dental formulations. However, there is a deficiency of information concerning their toxicological profile regarding the human health.Objective: This in vivo study aimed to explore the hepato- and nephrotoxicity of low versus high doses of zein-coated MgO nanowires in rats.Materials and Methods: A 21-day recurrent dose toxicity research was carried out. Wistar rats were divided into 2 main groups, males and females (n = 18). Each group was further subdivided into 3 subgroups: control, MgO-zein nanowires low dose, MgO-zein nanowires high dose. The low dose used was 100 mg/kg while the high dose used was 200 mg/kg.Results: The results showed that MgO-zein nanowires at both doses did not affect the electrolytes levels compared to the control levels. Also, they did not produce any significant alteration in liver function markers in both rats' genders. MgO-zein nanowires at both doses did not produce any effective alteration in serum creatinine in treated rats of both genders. Moreover, very minimal histological alterations were observed in both doses of MgO-zein nanowires in liver and kidney of both genders.Conclusion: Based on the observed safety of zein-coated MgO nanowires, it can be utilized as an effective antimicrobial compound that can be combined in the preparation of a diversity of new dental formulations.KEY MESSAGESMgO NPs are globally used in multiple fields including the therapeutic field.Zein has wide pharmaceutical applications especially coating the tablet over sugar.There are no cytotoxic studies that investigate MgO-zein nanowires safety until now.
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- Ghada H. Naguib
- Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Oral Biology, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Oral Biology, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Fixed Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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Lv Z, Sun H, Du W, Li R, Mao H, Kopittke PM. Interaction of different-sized ZnO nanoparticles with maize (Zea mays): Accumulation, biotransformation and phytotoxicity. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2021; 796:148927. [PMID: 34271385 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2021.148927] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2021] [Revised: 07/01/2021] [Accepted: 07/05/2021] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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This study aimed to investigate the biotransformation of ZnO nanoparticles (NPs) in maize grown in hydroponics for ecotoxicity assessment. Maize seedlings grown for 14 days were exposed to a solution of 9 nm ZnO NPs, 40 nm ZnO NPs, and ZnSO4 at a Zn concentration of 300 mg L-1 for 1, 3, and 7 days, respectively. The results of in-situ Zn distribution in maize (Zea mays) showed that 9 nm ZnO NPs could quickly enter the roots of maize and reach the center column transport system of the stem. The results of transmission electron microscopy combined with energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy revealed that ZnO NPs were accumulated in the vacuoles of the roots, and then transformed and transported through vesicles. Simulated studies showed that low pH (5.6) played a critical role in the transformation of ZnO NPs, and organic acids (Kf = 1011.4) could promote particle dissolution. Visual MINTEQ software simulated the species of Zn after the entry of ZnO NPs or Zn2+ into plants and found that the species of Zn was mainly Zn2+ when the Zn content of plants reached 200-300 ppm. Considering that the lowest Zn content of the roots in treatments was 1920 mg kg-1, combination of the result analysis of root effects showed that the toxicity of roots in most treatments had a direct relationship with Zn2+. However, treatment with 9 nm ZnO NPs exhibited significantly higher toxicity than ZnSO4 treatment on day 1 when the Zn2+ concentration difference was not significant, which was mainly due to the large amount of ZnO NPs deposited in the roots. To the authors' knowledge, this study was the first to confirm the process of biotransformation and explore the factors affecting the toxicity of ZnO NPs in depth.
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- Zhiyuan Lv
- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China; Key Laboratory of Plant Nutrition and the Agri-environment in Northwest China, Ministry of Agriculture, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China
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- College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China; Key Laboratory of Plant Nutrition and the Agri-environment in Northwest China, Ministry of Agriculture, Yangling, 712100, Shaanxi, China.
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- School of Agriculture and Food Sciences, The University of Queensland, St. Lucia, Queensland 4072, Australia
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Li Y, Wang WX. Uptake, intracellular dissolution, and cytotoxicity of silver nanowires in cell models. CHEMOSPHERE 2021; 281:130762. [PMID: 34020191 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2021.130762] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2021] [Revised: 04/23/2021] [Accepted: 04/24/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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The uptake, intracellular dissolution, and cytotoxicity of silver nanowires (AgNWs) in two cell models (human keratinocytes - HaCaT cells and murine macrophages) were systemically investigated for the first time. Cellular uptake of AgNWs occurred mainly via pathways of clathrin-dependent endocytosis, caveolae-dependent endocytosis, and phagocytosis. AgNWs could be internalized by two types of cells with numerous lysosomal vesicles detected in close vicinity to AgNWs. Meanwhile, AgNWs exposure caused lysosomal permeabilization and release of cathepsisn B into cytoplasm. Furthermore, for the first time, this study found that AgNWs exposure inhibited the transmembrane ATP binding cassette (ABC) efflux transporter activity, which could make AgNWs as chemosensitizers to increase the toxicity of other xenobiotic pollutants. Toxicity assays evaluating reactive oxygen species production and mitochondrial activity indicated that cytotoxicity differed for different cell types and particles. The intracellular presence of AgNWs with different diameters induced similar toxic events but to different extents. AgNWs were absorbed by macrophages more efficiently than HaCaT cells, while AgNWs exhibited only marginal cytotoxicity towards macrophages compared to HaCaT cells. Using an Ag+ fluorescence probe, it was found that a fraction of AgNWs was dissolved inside the lysosomes. A higher amount of released Ag+ was detected in HaCaT cells than in macrophages, which might partially contribute to their higher cytotoxicity in HaCaT cells. The toxicity of AgNWs in HaCaT cells and macrophages is due to the high-aspect nature of the nanowires rather than the extracellular release of Ag+. This study may be useful for risk assessments of AgNWs in their practical applications in the biomedical field.
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- Yiling Li
- School of Energy and Environment and State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China; Research Centre for the Oceans and Human Health, City University of Hong Kong Shenzhen Research Institute, Shenzhen, 518057, China
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- School of Energy and Environment and State Key Laboratory of Marine Pollution, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China; Research Centre for the Oceans and Human Health, City University of Hong Kong Shenzhen Research Institute, Shenzhen, 518057, China.
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A state of the art review on the synthesis, antibacterial, antioxidant, antidiabetic and tissue regeneration activities of zinc oxide nanoparticles. Adv Colloid Interface Sci 2021; 295:102495. [PMID: 34375877 DOI: 10.1016/j.cis.2021.102495] [Citation(s) in RCA: 65] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2021] [Revised: 07/19/2021] [Accepted: 07/21/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Recently, zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs) are gaining much interest of nanobiotechnologists due to their profound biomedical applications. ZnONPs are used as antibacterial agents, which cause both gram-positive and negative bacterial cell death through the generation of reactive free radicals as well as membrane rupture. ZnONPs show excellent antioxidant properties in normal mammalian cells via the scavenging of reactive free radicals and up-regulation of antioxidant enzyme activities. Besides, it also shows hypoglycaemic effect in diabetic animals via pancreatic β-cells mediated increased insulin secretion and glucose uptake by liver, skeletal muscles and adipose tissues. Among the other potential applications, ZnONPs-induced bone and soft-tissue regeneration open a new horizon in the field of tissue engineering. Here, first we reviewed the complete synthesis routes of ZnONPs by physical, chemical, and biological pathways as well as outlined the advantages and disadvantages of the techniques. Further, we discussed the several important aspects of physicochemical analysis of ZnONPs. Additionally, we extensively reviewed the important biomedical applications of ZnONPs as antibacterial, antioxidant, and antidiabetic agents, and in the field of tissue engineering with special emphasis on their mechanisms of actions. Furthermore, the future perspectives of the ZnONPs are also discussed.
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Innes E, Yiu HHP, McLean P, Brown W, Boyles M. Simulated biological fluids - a systematic review of their biological relevance and use in relation to inhalation toxicology of particles and fibres. Crit Rev Toxicol 2021; 51:217-248. [PMID: 33905298 DOI: 10.1080/10408444.2021.1903386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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The use of simulated biological fluids (SBFs) is a promising in vitro technique to better understand the release mechanisms and possible in vivo behaviour of materials, including fibres, metal-containing particles and nanomaterials. Applications of SBFs in dissolution tests allow a measure of material biopersistence or, conversely, bioaccessibility that in turn can provide a useful inference of a materials biodistribution, its acute and long-term toxicity, as well as its pathogenicity. Given the wide range of SBFs reported in the literature, a review was conducted, with a focus on fluids used to replicate environments that may be encountered upon material inhalation, including extracellular and intracellular compartments. The review aims to identify when a fluid design can replicate realistic biological conditions, demonstrate operation validation, and/or provide robustness and reproducibility. The studies examined highlight simulated lung fluids (SLFs) that have been shown to suitably replicate physiological conditions, and identify specific components that play a pivotal role in dissolution mechanisms and biological activity; including organic molecules, redox-active species and chelating agents. Material dissolution was not always driven by pH, and likewise not only driven by SLF composition; specific materials and formulations correspond to specific dissolution mechanisms. It is recommended that SLF developments focus on biological predictivity and if not practical, on better biological mimicry, as such an approach ensures results are more likely to reflect in vivo behaviour regardless of the material under investigation.
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- Emma Innes
- Institute of Occupational Medicine (IOM), Edinburgh, UK
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- Chemical Engineering, School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, UK
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- Institute of Occupational Medicine (IOM), Edinburgh, UK
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- Institute of Occupational Medicine (IOM), Edinburgh, UK
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Musa M, Yasui T, Nagashima K, Horiuchi M, Zhu Z, Liu Q, Shimada T, Arima A, Yanagida T, Baba Y. ZnO/SiO 2 core/shell nanowires for capturing CpG rich single-stranded DNAs. ANALYTICAL METHODS : ADVANCING METHODS AND APPLICATIONS 2021; 13:337-344. [PMID: 33393567 DOI: 10.1039/d0ay02138e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Atomic layer deposition (ALD) is capable of providing an ultrathin layer on high-aspect ratio structures with good conformality and tunable film properties. In this research, we modified the surface of ZnO nanowires through ALD for the fabrication of a ZnO/SiO2 (core/shell) nanowire microfluidic device which we utilized for the capture of CpG-rich single-stranded DNAs (ssDNA). Structural changes of the nanowires while varying the number of ALD cycles were evaluated by statistical analysis and their relationship with the capture efficiency was investigated. We hypothesized that finding the optimum number of ALD cycles would be crucial to ensure adequate coating for successful tuning to the desired surface properties, besides promoting a sufficient trapping region with optimal spacing size for capturing the ssDNAs as the biomolecules traverse through the dispersed nanowires. Using the optimal condition, we achieved high capture efficiency of ssDNAs (86.7%) which showed good potential to be further extended for the analysis of CpG sites in cancer-related genes. This finding is beneficial to the future design of core/shell nanowires for capturing ssDNAs in biomedical applications.
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- Marina Musa
- Department of Biomolecular Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan.
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Aggas JR, Walther BK, Abasi S, Kotanen CN, Karunwi O, Wilson AM, Guiseppi-Elie A. On the intersection of molecular bioelectronics and biosensors: 20 Years of C3B. Biosens Bioelectron 2020; 176:112889. [PMID: 33358581 DOI: 10.1016/j.bios.2020.112889] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2020] [Revised: 11/16/2020] [Accepted: 12/02/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Formed in 2000 at Virginia Commonwealth University, the Center for Bioelectronics, Biosensors and Biochips (C3B®) has subsequently been located at Clemson University and at Texas A&M University. Established as an industry-university collaborative center of excellence, the C3B has contributed new knowledge and technology in the areas of i) molecular bioelectronics, ii) responsive polymers, iii) multiplexed biosensor systems, and iv) bioelectronic biosensors. Noteworthy contributions in these areas include i) being the first to report direct electron transfer of oxidoreductase enzymes enabled by single walled carbon nanotubes and colloidal clays, ii) the molecular level integration of inherently conductive polymers with bioactive hydrogels using bi-functional monomers such as poly(pyrrole-co-3-pyrrolylbutyrate-conj-aminoethylmethacrylate) [PyBA-conj-AEMA] and 3-(1-ethyl methacryloylate)aniline to yield hetero-ladder electroconductive hydrogels, iii) the development of a multi-analyte physiological status monitoring biochip, and iv) the development of a bioanalytical Wien-bridge oscillator for the fused measurement to lactate and glucose. The present review takes a critical look of these contributions over the past 20 years and offers some perspective on the future of bioelectronics-based biosensors and systems. Particular attention is given to multiplexed biosensor systems and data fusion for rapid decision making.
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- John R Aggas
- Center for Bioelectronics, Biosensors and Biochips (C3B®), Department of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, 77843, USA; Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, 77843, USA.
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- Center for Bioelectronics, Biosensors and Biochips (C3B®), Department of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, 77843, USA; Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Houston Methodist Institute for Academic Medicine, Houston Methodist Research Institute, 6670 Bertner Ave., Houston, TX, 77030, USA.
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- Center for Bioelectronics, Biosensors and Biochips (C3B®), Department of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, 77843, USA; Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, 77843, USA.
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- Center for Bioelectronics, Biosensors and Biochips (C3B®), Department of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, 77843, USA; Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, 77843, USA; Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, 8901 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD, 20814, USA.
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- Center for Bioelectronics, Biosensors and Biochips (C3B®), Department of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, 77843, USA; Department of Physics, Anderson University, 316 Boulevard, Anderson, SC, 29621, USA.
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- Center for Bioelectronics, Biosensors and Biochips (C3B®), Department of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, 77843, USA; Department of Chemistry, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago; ABTECH Scientific, Inc., Biotechnology Research Park, 800 East Leigh Street, Richmond, VA, 23219, USA.
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- Center for Bioelectronics, Biosensors and Biochips (C3B®), Department of Biomedical Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, 77843, USA; Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, 77843, USA; Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Houston Methodist Institute for Academic Medicine, Houston Methodist Research Institute, 6670 Bertner Ave., Houston, TX, 77030, USA; ABTECH Scientific, Inc., Biotechnology Research Park, 800 East Leigh Street, Richmond, VA, 23219, USA.
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Wu J, Yu Q, Bosker T, Vijver MG, Peijnenburg WJGM. Quantifying the relative contribution of particulate versus dissolved silver to toxicity and uptake kinetics of silver nanowires in lettuce: impact of size and coating. Nanotoxicology 2020; 14:1399-1414. [PMID: 33074765 DOI: 10.1080/17435390.2020.1831639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2020] [Revised: 09/28/2020] [Accepted: 09/29/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Functionalized high-aspect-ratio silver nanowires (AgNWs) have been recognized as one of the most promising alternatives for fabricating products, with their use ranging from electronic devices to biomedical fields. Given concerns on the safety of AgNWs, there is an urgent need to investigate the relation between intrinsic properties of AgNWs and their toxicity. In this study, lettuce was exposed for either 6 or 18 d to different AgNWs to determine how the size/aspect ratio and coating of AgNWs affect the contributions of the dissolved and particulate Ag to the overall phytotoxicity and uptake kinetics. We found that the uncoated AgNW (39 nm diameter × 8.4 µm length) dissolved fastest of all AgNWs investigated. The phytotoxicity, uptake rate constants, and bioaccumulation factors of the PVP-coated AgNW (43 nm diameter × 1.8 µm length) and the uncoated AgNW (39 nm diameter × 8.4 µm length) were similar, and both were higher than that of the PVP-coated AgNW with the larger diameter(65 nm diameter × 4.4 µm length). These results showed that the diameter of the AgNWs predominantly affected toxicity and Ag accumulation in plants. Particulate Ag was found to be the predominant driver/descriptor of overall toxicity and Ag accumulation in the plants rather than dissolved Ag for all AgNWs tested. The relative contribution of dissolved versus particulate Ag to the overall effects was influenced by the exposure concentration and the extent of dissolution of AgNWs. This work highlights inherent particulate-dependent effects of AgNWs in plants and suggests that toxicokinetics should explicitly be considered for more nanomaterials and organisms, consequently providing more realistic input information for their environmental risk assessment.
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- Juan Wu
- Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML), Leiden University, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML), Leiden University, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML), Leiden University, Leiden, The Netherlands
- Leiden University College, Leiden University, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML), Leiden University, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML), Leiden University, Leiden, The Netherlands
- National Institute of Public Health and the Environment, Center for the Safety of Substances and Products, Bilthoven, The Netherlands
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Zinc oxide nanoparticles: A comprehensive review on its synthesis, anticancer and drug delivery applications as well as health risks. Adv Colloid Interface Sci 2020; 286:102317. [PMID: 33212389 DOI: 10.1016/j.cis.2020.102317] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Revised: 11/06/2020] [Accepted: 11/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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In recent years, zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs) emerged as an excellent candidate in the field of optical, electrical, food packaging and particularly in biomedical research. ZnONPs show cancer cell specific toxicity via the pH-dependent (low pH) dissolution into Zn2+ ions, which generate reactive oxygen species and induce cytotoxicity in cancer cells. Further, ZnONPs have also been used as an effective carrier for the targeted delivery of several anticancer drugs into tumor cells. The increasing focus on ZnONPs resulted in the development of various synthesis approaches including chemical, pHysical, and green or biological for the manufacturing of ZnONPs. In this article, at first we have discussed the various synthesis methods of ZnONPs and secondly its biomedical applications. We have extensively reviewed the anticancer mechanism of ZnONPs on different types of cancers considering its size, shape and surface charge dependent cytotoxicity. Photoirradiation with UV light or NIR laser further increase its anticancer activity via synergistic chemo-photodynamic effect. The drug delivery applications of ZnONPs with special emphasis on drug loading mechanism, stimuli-responsive controlled release and therapeutic effects have also been discussed in this review. Finally, its side effects to vital body organs with mechanism via different exposure routes, the future direction of the ZnONPs research and application are also discussed.
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Serati-Nouri H, Jafari A, Roshangar L, Dadashpour M, Pilehvar-Soltanahmadi Y, Zarghami N. Biomedical applications of zeolite-based materials: A review. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2020; 116:111225. [DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2020.111225] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/29/2020] [Revised: 06/15/2020] [Accepted: 06/19/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Lama S, Merlin-Zhang O, Yang C. In Vitro and In Vivo Models for Evaluating the Oral Toxicity of Nanomedicines. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2020; 10:E2177. [PMID: 33142878 PMCID: PMC7694082 DOI: 10.3390/nano10112177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2020] [Revised: 10/29/2020] [Accepted: 10/29/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Toxicity studies for conventional oral drug formulations are standardized and well documented, as required by the guidelines of administrative agencies such as the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA), the European Medicines Agency (EMA) or European Medicines Evaluation Agency (EMEA), and the Japanese Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA). Researchers tend to extrapolate these standardized protocols to evaluate nanoformulations (NFs) because standard nanotoxicity protocols are still lacking in nonclinical studies for testing orally delivered NFs. However, such strategies have generated many inconsistent results because they do not account for the specific physicochemical properties of nanomedicines. Due to their tiny size, accumulated surface charge and tension, sizeable surface-area-to-volume ratio, and high chemical/structural complexity, orally delivered NFs may generate severe topical toxicities to the gastrointestinal tract and metabolic organs, including the liver and kidney. Such toxicities involve immune responses that reflect different mechanisms than those triggered by conventional formulations. Herein, we briefly analyze the potential oral toxicity mechanisms of NFs and describe recently reported in vitro and in vivo models that attempt to address the specific oral toxicity of nanomedicines. We also discuss approaches that may be used to develop nontoxic NFs for oral drug delivery.
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- Center for Diagnostics and Therapeutics, Digestive Disease Research Group, Institute for Biomedical Sciences, Petite Science Center, Suite 754, 100 Piedmont Ave SE, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA; (S.L.); (O.M.-Z.)
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Demir E. A review on nanotoxicity and nanogenotoxicity of different shapes of nanomaterials. J Appl Toxicol 2020; 41:118-147. [PMID: 33111384 DOI: 10.1002/jat.4061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2020] [Revised: 08/15/2020] [Accepted: 08/18/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Nanomaterials (NMs) generally display fascinating physical and chemical properties that are not always present in bulk materials; therefore, any modification to their size, shape, or coating tends to cause significant changes in their chemical/physical and biological characteristics. The dramatic increase in efforts to use NMs renders the risk assessment of their toxicity highly crucial due to the possible health perils of this relatively uncharted territory. The different sizes and shapes of the nanoparticles are known to have an impact on organisms and an important place in clinical applications. The shape of nanoparticles, namely, whether they are rods, wires, or spheres, is a particularly critical parameter to affect cell uptake and site-specific drug delivery, representing a significant factor in determining the potency and magnitude of the effect. This review, therefore, intends to offer a picture of research into the toxicity of different shapes (nanorods, nanowires, and nanospheres) of NMs to in vitro and in vivo models, presenting an in-depth analysis of health risks associated with exposure to such nanostructures and benefits achieved by using certain model organisms in genotoxicity testing. Nanotoxicity experiments use various models and tests, such as cell cultures, cores, shells, and coating materials. This review article also attempts to raise awareness about practical applications of NMs in different shapes in biology, to evaluate their potential genotoxicity, and to suggest approaches to explain underlying mechanisms of their toxicity and genotoxicity depending on nanoparticle shape.
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- Eşref Demir
- Vocational School of Health Services, Department of Medical Services and Techniques, Medical Laboratory Techniques Programme, Antalya Bilim University, Dosemealti, Antalya, Turkey
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Pan CY, Lin FY, Kao LS, Huang CC, Liu PS. Zinc oxide nanoparticles modulate the gene expression of ZnT1 and ZIP8 to manipulate zinc homeostasis and stress-induced cytotoxicity in human neuroblastoma SH-SY5Y cells. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0232729. [PMID: 32915786 PMCID: PMC7485861 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0232729] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2020] [Accepted: 08/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Zinc ions (Zn2+) are important messenger molecules involved in various physiological functions. To maintain the homeostasis of cytosolic Zn2+ concentration ([Zn2+]c), Zrt/Irt-related proteins (ZIPs) and Zn2+ transporters (ZnTs) are the two families of proteins responsible for decreasing and increasing the [Zn2+]c, respectively, by fluxing Zn2+ across the membranes of the cell and intracellular compartments in opposite directions. Most studies focus on the cytotoxicity incurred by a high concentration of [Zn2+]c and less investigate the [Zn2+]c at physiological levels. Zinc oxide-nanoparticle (ZnO-NP) is blood brain barrier-permeable and elevates the [Zn2+]c to different levels according to the concentrations of ZnO-NP applied. In this study, we mildly elevated the [Zn2+]c by ZnO-NP at concentrations below 1 μg/ml, which had little cytotoxicity, in cultured human neuroblastoma SH-SY5Y cells and characterized the importance of Zn2+ transporters in 6-hydroxy dopamine (6-OHDA)-induced cell death. The results show that ZnO-NP at low concentrations elevated the [Zn2+]c transiently in 6 hr, then declined gradually to a basal level in 24 hr. Knocking down the expression levels of ZnT1 (located mostly at the plasma membrane) and ZIP8 (present in endosomes and lysosomes) increased and decreased the ZnO-NP-induced elevation of [Zn2+]c, respectively. ZnO-NP treatment reduced the basal levels of reactive oxygen species and Bax/Bcl-2 mRNA ratios; in addition, ZnO-NP decreased the 6-OHDA-induced ROS production, p53 expression, and cell death. These results show that ZnO-NP-induced mild elevation in [Zn2+]c activates beneficial effects in reducing the 6-OHDA-induced cytotoxic effects. Therefore, brain-delivery of ZnO-NP can be regarded as a potential therapy for neurodegenerative diseases.
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- Chien-Yuan Pan
- Department of Life Science and Institute of Zoology, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Microbiology, Soochow University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Brain Research Center, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Life Sciences and Institute of Genome Sciences, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Life Sciences and Institute of Genome Sciences, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Microbiology, Soochow University, Taipei, Taiwan
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Bao Y, Yan Y, Ma J, Zhang W, Zong Y. ZnO encapsulants: Design and new view. Adv Colloid Interface Sci 2020; 283:102238. [PMID: 32823219 DOI: 10.1016/j.cis.2020.102238] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2019] [Revised: 08/06/2020] [Accepted: 08/07/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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ZnO encapsulants with capsular configurations (e.g. a large inner cavity, sizeable pore, low density and high specific surface area) have attracted considerable attention as effective and promising candidates in various fields owing to the merits of ZnO (e.g. UV protection, photoelectric catalysis, gas sensitivity, antibacterial effect). However, the research on ZnO encapsulants has not yet reached the eruptive stage. This probably due to their high morphological flexibility and relatively low structural strength that is not easy to control during the preparation process. In this review, the principles of cavity-generating and pore-forming are firstly discussed in depth after going through the synthesis of hollow ZnO in the past ten years. Moreover, the regulation of cavity diameter and pore size of different synthetic strategies is investigated. Then, the research progress of ZnO encapsulants is debated in detail from the loading and release of functional materials and the corresponding characterization. Finally, some potential designs and new views on the future research and development of ZnO encapsulants are concluded.
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Cai X, Liu X, Jiang J, Gao M, Wang W, Zheng H, Xu S, Li R. Molecular Mechanisms, Characterization Methods, and Utilities of Nanoparticle Biotransformation in Nanosafety Assessments. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2020; 16:e1907663. [PMID: 32406193 DOI: 10.1002/smll.201907663] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2019] [Revised: 03/31/2020] [Accepted: 03/31/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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It is a big challenge to reveal the intrinsic cause of a nanotoxic effect due to diverse branches of signaling pathways induced by engineered nanomaterials (ENMs). Biotransformation of toxic ENMs involving biochemical reactions between nanoparticles (NPs) and biological systems has recently attracted substantial attention as it is regarded as the upstream signal in nanotoxicology pathways, the molecular initiating event (MIE). Considering that different exposure routes of ENMs may lead to different interfaces for the arising of biotransformation, this work summarizes the nano-bio interfaces and dose calculation in inhalation, dermal, ingestion, and injection exposures to humans. Then, five types of biotransformation are shown, including aggregation and agglomeration, corona formation, decomposition, recrystallization, and redox reactions. Besides, the characterization methods for investigation of biotransformation as well as the safe design of ENMs to improve the sustainable development of nanotechnology are also discussed. Finally, future perspectives on the implications of biotransformation in clinical translation of nanomedicine and commercialization of nanoproducts are provided.
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- Xiaoming Cai
- School of Public Health, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215123, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, School of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215123, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, School of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215123, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, School of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215123, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, School of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215123, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, School of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215123, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, School of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215123, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radiation Medicine and Protection, School of Radiation Medicine and Protection, Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215123, China
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Hemostatic, biocompatible, and antibacterial non-animal fungal mushroom-based carboxymethyl chitosan-ZnO nanocomposite for wound-healing applications. Int J Biol Macromol 2020; 155:71-80. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.03.170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2019] [Revised: 03/09/2020] [Accepted: 03/19/2020] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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Shimada T, Yasui T, Yonese A, Yanagida T, Kaji N, Kanai M, Nagashima K, Kawai T, Baba Y. Mechanical Rupture-Based Antibacterial and Cell-Compatible ZnO/SiO 2 Nanowire Structures Formed by Bottom-Up Approaches. MICROMACHINES 2020; 11:E610. [PMID: 32599748 PMCID: PMC7345559 DOI: 10.3390/mi11060610] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2020] [Revised: 06/18/2020] [Accepted: 06/22/2020] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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There are growing interests in mechanical rupture-based antibacterial surfaces with nanostructures that have little toxicity to cells around the surfaces; however, current surfaces are fabricated via top-down nanotechnologies, which presents difficulties to apply for bio-surfaces with hierarchal three-dimensional structures. Herein, we developed ZnO/SiO2 nanowire structures by using bottom-up approaches and demonstrated to show mechanical rupture-based antibacterial activity and compatibility with human cells. When Escherichia coli were cultured on the surface for 24 h, over 99% of the bacteria were inactivated, while more than 80% of HeLa cells that were cultured on the surface for 24 h were still alive. This is the first demonstration of mechanical rupture-based bacterial rupture via the hydrothermally synthesized nanowire structures with antibacterial activity and cell compatibility.
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- Taisuke Shimada
- Department of Biomolecular Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan;
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- Department of Biomolecular Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan;
- Institute of Nano-Life-Systems, Institutes of Innovation for Future Society, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan;
- Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST), PRESTO, 4-1-8 Honcho, Kawaguchi, Saitama 332-0012, Japan;
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- Department of Biomolecular Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan;
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1, Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-8656, Japan;
- The Institute of Scientific and Industrial Research, Osaka University, 8-1 Mihogaoka, Ibaraki, Osaka 567-0047, Japan;
- Institute for Materials Chemistry and Engineering, Kyushu University, 6-1 Kasuga-koen, Kasuga, Fukuoka 816-8580, Japan;
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- Institute of Nano-Life-Systems, Institutes of Innovation for Future Society, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan;
- Department of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Kyushu University, 744 Motooka, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka 819-0395, Japan
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- Institute for Materials Chemistry and Engineering, Kyushu University, 6-1 Kasuga-koen, Kasuga, Fukuoka 816-8580, Japan;
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- Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST), PRESTO, 4-1-8 Honcho, Kawaguchi, Saitama 332-0012, Japan;
- Department of Applied Chemistry, School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1, Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-8656, Japan;
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- The Institute of Scientific and Industrial Research, Osaka University, 8-1 Mihogaoka, Ibaraki, Osaka 567-0047, Japan;
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- Department of Biomolecular Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan;
- Institute of Nano-Life-Systems, Institutes of Innovation for Future Society, Nagoya University, Furo-cho, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-8603, Japan;
- Institute of Quantum Life Science, National Institutes for Quantum and Radiological Science and Technology, Anagawa 4-9-1, Inage-ku, Chiba 263-8555, Japan
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Arrabito G, Aleeva Y, Ferrara V, Prestopino G, Chiappara C, Pignataro B. On the Interaction between 1D Materials and Living Cells. J Funct Biomater 2020; 11:E40. [PMID: 32531950 PMCID: PMC7353490 DOI: 10.3390/jfb11020040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2020] [Revised: 06/03/2020] [Accepted: 06/05/2020] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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One-dimensional (1D) materials allow for cutting-edge applications in biology, such as single-cell bioelectronics investigations, stimulation of the cellular membrane or the cytosol, cellular capture, tissue regeneration, antibacterial action, traction force investigation, and cellular lysis among others. The extraordinary development of this research field in the last ten years has been promoted by the possibility to engineer new classes of biointerfaces that integrate 1D materials as tools to trigger reconfigurable stimuli/probes at the sub-cellular resolution, mimicking the in vivo protein fibres organization of the extracellular matrix. After a brief overview of the theoretical models relevant for a quantitative description of the 1D material/cell interface, this work offers an unprecedented review of 1D nano- and microscale materials (inorganic, organic, biomolecular) explored so far in this vibrant research field, highlighting their emerging biological applications. The correlation between each 1D material chemistry and the resulting biological response is investigated, allowing to emphasize the advantages and the issues that each class presents. Finally, current challenges and future perspectives are discussed.
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- Giuseppe Arrabito
- Dipartimento di Fisica e Chimica—Emilio Segrè, University of Palermo, Viale delle Scienze, Ed.17, 90128 Palermo, Italy;
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- INSTM UdR Palermo, Viale delle Scienze, Ed.17, 90128 Palermo, Italy; (Y.A.); (C.C.)
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Chimiche, Università di Catania, Viale Andrea Doria 6, 95125 Catania, Italy;
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- Dipartimento di Ingegneria Industriale, Università di Roma “Tor Vergata”, Via del Politecnico 1, I-00133 Roma, Italy;
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- INSTM UdR Palermo, Viale delle Scienze, Ed.17, 90128 Palermo, Italy; (Y.A.); (C.C.)
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- Dipartimento di Fisica e Chimica—Emilio Segrè, University of Palermo, Viale delle Scienze, Ed.17, 90128 Palermo, Italy;
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Iturrioz-Rodríguez N, Correa-Duarte MÁ, Valiente R, Fanarraga ML. Engineering Sub-Cellular Targeting Strategies to Enhance Safe Cytosolic Silica Particle Dissolution in Cells. Pharmaceutics 2020; 12:pharmaceutics12060487. [PMID: 32481488 PMCID: PMC7356774 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics12060487] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2020] [Revised: 05/21/2020] [Accepted: 05/26/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Mesoporous silica particles (MSP) are major candidates for drug delivery systems due to their versatile, safe, and controllable nature. Understanding their intracellular route and biodegradation process is a challenge, especially when considering their use in neuronal repair. Here, we characterize the spatiotemporal intracellular destination and degradation pathways of MSP upon endocytosis by HeLa cells and NSC-34 motor neurons using confocal and electron microscopy imaging together with inductively-coupled plasma optical emission spectroscopy analysis. We demonstrate how MSP are captured by receptor-mediated endocytosis and are temporarily stored in endo-lysosomes before being finally exocytosed. We also illustrate how particles are often re-endocytosed after undergoing surface erosion extracellularly. On the other hand, silica particles engineered to target the cytosol with a carbon nanotube coating, are safely dissolved intracellularly in a time scale of hours. These studies provide fundamental clues for programming the sub-cellular fate of MSP and reveal critical aspects to improve delivery strategies and to favor MSP safe elimination. We also demonstrate how the cytosol is significantly more corrosive than lysosomes for MSP and show how their biodegradation is fully biocompatible, thus, validating their use as nanocarriers for nervous system cells, including motor neurons.
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- Nerea Iturrioz-Rodríguez
- Grupo de Nanomedicina, Instituto Valdecilla-IDIVAL, Herrera Oria s/n, 39011 Santander, Spain;
- Correspondence: (N.I.-R.); (M.L.F.); Tel.: +34-942315515 (ext. 74101) (N.I.-R.); +34-942202067 (M.L.F.)
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- Biomedical Research Centre (CINBIO), Universidade de Vigo, 36310 Vigo, Spain;
- Southern Galicia Institute of Health Research (IISGS), and CIBERSAM, 36213 Vigo, Spain
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- Grupo de Nanomedicina, Instituto Valdecilla-IDIVAL, Herrera Oria s/n, 39011 Santander, Spain;
- Departments of Applied Physics, University of Cantabria, 39005 Santander, Spain
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- Grupo de Nanomedicina, Instituto Valdecilla-IDIVAL, Herrera Oria s/n, 39011 Santander, Spain;
- Molecular Biology, University of Cantabria, 39011 Santander, Spain
- Correspondence: (N.I.-R.); (M.L.F.); Tel.: +34-942315515 (ext. 74101) (N.I.-R.); +34-942202067 (M.L.F.)
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Ziglari T, Anderson DS, Holian A. Determination of the relative contribution of the non-dissolved fraction of ZnO NP on membrane permeability and cytotoxicity. Inhal Toxicol 2020; 32:86-95. [PMID: 32216500 DOI: 10.1080/08958378.2020.1743394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Background: While the role of lysosomal membrane permeabilization (LMP) in NP-induced inflammatory responses has been recognized, the underlying mechanism of LMP is still unclear. The assumption has been that zinc oxide (ZnO)-induced LMP is due to Zn2+; however, little is known about the role of ZnO nanoparticles (NP) in toxicity.Methods: We examined the contribution of intact ZnO NP on membrane permeability using red blood cells (RBC) and undifferentiated THP-1 cells as models of particle-membrane interactions to simulate ZnO NP-lysosomal membrane interaction. The integrity of plasma membranes was evaluated by transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and confocal microscopy. ZnO NP dissolution was determined using ZnAF-2F, Zn2+ specific probe. The stability of ZnO NP inside the phagolysosomes of phagocytic cells, differentiated THP-1, alveolar macrophages, and bone marrow-derived macrophages, was determined.Results: ZnO NP caused significant hemolysis and cytotoxicity under conditions of negligible dissolution. Fully ionized Zn2SO4 caused slight hemolysis, while partially ionized ZnO induced significant hemolysis. Confocal microscopy and TEM images did not reveal membrane disruption in RBC and THP-1 cells, respectively. ZnO NP remained intact inside the phagolysosomes after a 4 h incubation with phagocytic cells.Conclusions: These studies demonstrate the ability of intact ZnO NP to induce membrane permeability and cytotoxicity without the contribution of dissolved Zn2+, suggesting that ZnO NP toxicity does not necessarily depend upon Zn2+. The stability of ZnO NP inside the phagolysosomes suggests that LMP is the result of the toxic effect of intact ZnO NP on phagolysosomal membranes.
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- Tahereh Ziglari
- Center for Environmental Health Sciences, University of Montana, Missoula, MT, USA
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- Center for Environmental Health Sciences, University of Montana, Missoula, MT, USA
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- Center for Environmental Health Sciences, University of Montana, Missoula, MT, USA
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Navarro-Palomares E, González-Saiz P, Renero-Lecuna C, Martín-Rodríguez R, Aguado F, González-Alonso D, Fernández Barquín L, González J, Bañobre-López M, Fanarraga ML, Valiente R. Dye-doped biodegradable nanoparticle SiO 2 coating on zinc- and iron-oxide nanoparticles to improve biocompatibility and for in vivo imaging studies. NANOSCALE 2020; 12:6164-6175. [PMID: 32133463 DOI: 10.1039/c9nr08743e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/23/2023]
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In vivo imaging and therapy represent one of the most promising areas in nanomedicine. Particularly, the identification and localization of nanomaterials within cells and tissues are key issues to understand their interaction with biological components, namely their cell internalization route, intracellular destination, therapeutic activity and possible cytotoxicity. Here, we show the development of multifunctional nanoparticles (NPs) by providing luminescent functionality to zinc and iron oxide NPs. We describe simple synthesis methods based on modified Stöber procedures to incorporate fluorescent molecules on the surface of oxide NPs. These procedures involve the successful coating of NPs with size-controlled amorphous silica (SiO2) shells incorporating standard chromophores like fluorescein, rhodamine B or rhodamine B isothiocyanate. Specifically, spherical Fe3O4 NPs with an average size of 10 nm and commercial ZnO NPs (ca. 130 nm), both coated with an amorphous SiO2 shell of ca. 15 and 24 nm thickness, respectively, are presented. The magnetic nanoparticles, with a major presence of magnetite, show negligible coercitivity. Hence, interactions (dipolar) are very weak and the cores are in the superparamagnetic regime. Spectroscopic measurements confirm the presence of fluorescent molecules within the SiO2 shell, making these hybrid NPs suitable for bioimaging. Thus, our coating procedures improve NP dispersibility in physiological media and allow the identification and localization of intracellular ZnO and Fe3O4 NPs using confocal microscopy imaging preserving the fluorescence of the NP. We demonstrate how both Fe3O4 and ZnO NPs coated with luminescent SiO2 are internalized and accumulated in the cell cytoplasm after 24 hours. Besides, the SiO2 shell provides a platform for further functionalization that enables the design of targeted therapeutic strategies. Finally, we studied the degradation of the shell in different physiological environments, pointing out that the SiO2 coating is stable enough to reach the target cells maintaining its original structure. Degradation took place only 24 hours after exposure to different media.
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- Elena Navarro-Palomares
- Dpto. de Física Aplicada, Universidad de Cantabria, Facultad de Ciencias, 39005 Santander, Spain.
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Afantitis A, Melagraki G, Isigonis P, Tsoumanis A, Varsou DD, Valsami-Jones E, Papadiamantis A, Ellis LJA, Sarimveis H, Doganis P, Karatzas P, Tsiros P, Liampa I, Lobaskin V, Greco D, Serra A, Kinaret PAS, Saarimäki LA, Grafström R, Kohonen P, Nymark P, Willighagen E, Puzyn T, Rybinska-Fryca A, Lyubartsev A, Alstrup Jensen K, Brandenburg JG, Lofts S, Svendsen C, Harrison S, Maier D, Tamm K, Jänes J, Sikk L, Dusinska M, Longhin E, Rundén-Pran E, Mariussen E, El Yamani N, Unger W, Radnik J, Tropsha A, Cohen Y, Leszczynski J, Ogilvie Hendren C, Wiesner M, Winkler D, Suzuki N, Yoon TH, Choi JS, Sanabria N, Gulumian M, Lynch I. NanoSolveIT Project: Driving nanoinformatics research to develop innovative and integrated tools for in silico nanosafety assessment. Comput Struct Biotechnol J 2020; 18:583-602. [PMID: 32226594 PMCID: PMC7090366 DOI: 10.1016/j.csbj.2020.02.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2019] [Revised: 02/18/2020] [Accepted: 02/29/2020] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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Nanotechnology has enabled the discovery of a multitude of novel materials exhibiting unique physicochemical (PChem) properties compared to their bulk analogues. These properties have led to a rapidly increasing range of commercial applications; this, however, may come at a cost, if an association to long-term health and environmental risks is discovered or even just perceived. Many nanomaterials (NMs) have not yet had their potential adverse biological effects fully assessed, due to costs and time constraints associated with the experimental assessment, frequently involving animals. Here, the available NM libraries are analyzed for their suitability for integration with novel nanoinformatics approaches and for the development of NM specific Integrated Approaches to Testing and Assessment (IATA) for human and environmental risk assessment, all within the NanoSolveIT cloud-platform. These established and well-characterized NM libraries (e.g. NanoMILE, NanoSolutions, NANoREG, NanoFASE, caLIBRAte, NanoTEST and the Nanomaterial Registry (>2000 NMs)) contain physicochemical characterization data as well as data for several relevant biological endpoints, assessed in part using harmonized Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) methods and test guidelines. Integration of such extensive NM information sources with the latest nanoinformatics methods will allow NanoSolveIT to model the relationships between NM structure (morphology), properties and their adverse effects and to predict the effects of other NMs for which less data is available. The project specifically addresses the needs of regulatory agencies and industry to effectively and rapidly evaluate the exposure, NM hazard and risk from nanomaterials and nano-enabled products, enabling implementation of computational 'safe-by-design' approaches to facilitate NM commercialization.
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Key Words
- (quantitative) Structure–activity relationships
- AI, Artificial Intelligence
- AOPs, Adverse Outcome Pathways
- API, Application Programming interface
- CG, coarse-grained (model)
- CNTs, carbon nanotubes
- Computational toxicology
- Engineered nanomaterials
- FAIR, Findable Accessible Inter-operable and Re-usable
- GUI, Graphical Processing Unit
- HOMO-LUMO, Highest Occupied Molecular Orbital Lowest Unoccupied Molecular Orbital
- Hazard assessment
- IATA, Integrated Approaches to Testing and Assessment
- Integrated approach for testing and assessment
- KE, key events
- MIE, molecular initiating events
- ML, machine learning
- MOA, mechanism (mode) of action
- MWCNT, multi-walled carbon nanotubes
- Machine learning
- NMs, nanomaterials
- Nanoinformatics
- OECD, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
- PBPK, Physiologically Based PharmacoKinetics
- PC, Protein Corona
- PChem, Physicochemical
- PTGS, Predictive Toxicogenomics Space
- Predictive modelling
- QC, quantum-chemical
- QM, quantum-mechanical
- QSAR, quantitative structure-activity relationship
- QSPR, quantitative structure-property relationship
- RA, risk assessment
- REST, Representational State Transfer
- ROS, reactive oxygen species
- Read across
- SAR, structure-activity relationship
- SMILES, Simplified Molecular Input Line Entry System
- SOPs, standard operating procedures
- Safe-by-design
- Toxicogenomics
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- School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, B15 2TT Birmingham, UK
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- School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, B15 2TT Birmingham, UK
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- School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, B15 2TT Birmingham, UK
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- School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 157 80 Athens, Greece
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- School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 157 80 Athens, Greece
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- School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 157 80 Athens, Greece
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- School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 157 80 Athens, Greece
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- School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 157 80 Athens, Greece
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- School of Physics, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, University of Tampere, FI-33014, Finland
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, University of Tampere, FI-33014, Finland
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- Misvik Biology OY, Itäinen Pitkäkatu 4, 20520 Turku, Finland
- Karolinska Institute, Institute of Environmental Medicine, Nobels väg 13, 17177 Stockholm, Sweden
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- Misvik Biology OY, Itäinen Pitkäkatu 4, 20520 Turku, Finland
- Karolinska Institute, Institute of Environmental Medicine, Nobels väg 13, 17177 Stockholm, Sweden
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- Misvik Biology OY, Itäinen Pitkäkatu 4, 20520 Turku, Finland
- Karolinska Institute, Institute of Environmental Medicine, Nobels väg 13, 17177 Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Bioinformatics – BiGCaT, School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism, Maastricht University, Universiteitssingel 50, 6229 ER Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- QSAR Lab Ltd., Aleja Grunwaldzka 190/102, 80-266 Gdansk, Poland
- University of Gdansk, Faculty of Chemistry, Wita Stwosza 63, 80-308 Gdansk, Poland
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- Institutionen för material- och miljökemi, Stockholms Universitet, 106 91 Stockholm, Sweden
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- The National Research Center for the Work Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Interdisciplinary Center for Scientific Computing, Heidelberg University, Germany
- Chief Digital Organization, Merck KGaA, Frankfurter Str. 250, 64293 Darmstadt, Germany
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- UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, Library Ave, Bailrigg, Lancaster LA1 4AP, UK
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- UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, MacLean Bldg, Benson Ln, Crowmarsh Gifford, Wallingford OX10 8BB, UK
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- UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, Library Ave, Bailrigg, Lancaster LA1 4AP, UK
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- Biomax Informatics AG, Robert-Koch-Str. 2, 82152 Planegg, Germany
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Tartu, Ülikooli 18, 50090 Tartu, Estonia
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Tartu, Ülikooli 18, 50090 Tartu, Estonia
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Tartu, Ülikooli 18, 50090 Tartu, Estonia
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- NILU-Norwegian Institute for Air Research, Instituttveien 18, 2002 Kjeller, Norway
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- NILU-Norwegian Institute for Air Research, Instituttveien 18, 2002 Kjeller, Norway
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- NILU-Norwegian Institute for Air Research, Instituttveien 18, 2002 Kjeller, Norway
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- NILU-Norwegian Institute for Air Research, Instituttveien 18, 2002 Kjeller, Norway
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- NILU-Norwegian Institute for Air Research, Instituttveien 18, 2002 Kjeller, Norway
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- Federal Institute for Material Testing and Research (BAM), Unter den Eichen 44-46, 12203 Berlin, Germany
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- Federal Institute for Material Testing and Research (BAM), Unter den Eichen 44-46, 12203 Berlin, Germany
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- Eschelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 100K Beard Hall, CB# 7568, Chapel Hill, NC 27955-7568, USA
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- Samueli School Of Engineering, University of California, Los Angeles, 5531 Boelter Hall, Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA
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- Interdisciplinary Nanotoxicity Center, Jackson State University, 1400 J. R. Lynch Street, Jackson, MS 39217, USA
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- Center for Environmental Implications of Nanotechnologies, Duke University, 121 Hudson Hall, Durham, NC 27708-0287, USA
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- Center for Environmental Implications of Nanotechnologies, Duke University, 121 Hudson Hall, Durham, NC 27708-0287, USA
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- La Trobe Institute of Molecular Sciences, La Trobe University, Plenty Rd & Kingsbury Dr, Bundoora, VIC 3086, Australia
- Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University, Parkville 3052, Australia
- CSIRO Data61, Clayton 3168, Australia
- School of Pharmacy, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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- National Institute for Environmental Studies, 16-2 Onogawa, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-0053, Japan
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Natural Sciences, Hanyang University, Seoul 04763, Republic of Korea
- Institute of Next Generation Material Design, Hanyang University, Seoul 04763, Republic of Korea
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- Institute of Next Generation Material Design, Hanyang University, Seoul 04763, Republic of Korea
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- National Health Laboratory Services, 1 Modderfontein Rd, Sandringham, Johannesburg 2192, South Africa
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- National Health Laboratory Services, 1 Modderfontein Rd, Sandringham, Johannesburg 2192, South Africa
- Haematology and Molecular Medicine, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, B15 2TT Birmingham, UK
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Guo Z, Luo Y, Zhang P, Chetwynd AJ, Qunhui Xie H, Abdolahpur Monikh F, Tao W, Xie C, Liu Y, Xu L, Zhang Z, Valsami-Jones E, Lynch I, Zhao B. Deciphering the particle specific effects on metabolism in rat liver and plasma from ZnO nanoparticles versus ionic Zn exposure. ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL 2020; 136:105437. [PMID: 31881423 DOI: 10.1016/j.envint.2019.105437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2019] [Revised: 12/10/2019] [Accepted: 12/20/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Toxicity of ZnO nanoparticles (NPs) are often related to the release of Zn2+ ions due to their dissolution. Studies also suggest that the toxicity of ZnO NPs cannot be solely explained by the release of Zn2+ ions; however, there is a lack of direct evidence of ZnO particulate effects. This study compared the acute toxicity of ZnO NPs and ZnSO4 following intranasal exposure using a combination of metallomics and metabolomics approaches. Significant accumulation of Zn in the liver was only found in the ZnO NP treatment, with 29% of the newly accumulated Zn in the form of ZnO as revealed by X-ray fine structure spectroscopy (XAFS). This is the first direct evidence suggesting the persistence of ZnO NPs in liver upon intranasal exposure. Although both ZnO NPs and ZnSO4 altered the metabolite profiles, with some overlaps and considerable specificity, of both liver and plasma samples, more and distinct metabolites in the liver and opposite effects in the plasma were altered by ZnO NPs compared with ZnSO4, consistent with no accumulation of Zn detected in liver from ZnSO4. Specifically, a large number of antioxidant-related compounds and energetic substrates were exclusively elevated in the liver of ZnO NP-treated animals. These findings provided direct evidence that persistence of ZnO NPs induced particle-specific effects on the antioxidant systems and energy metabolism pathways.
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- Zhiling Guo
- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK.
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- School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China; Institute of Environment and Health, Hangzhou Institute for Advanced Study, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou 310024, China
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- Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML), Leiden University, Leiden 2300 RA, the Netherlands
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Institute of High Energy Physics Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China; Institute of Environment and Health, Hangzhou Institute for Advanced Study, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou 310024, China
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- Institute of High Energy Physics Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK
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- School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK
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- State Key Laboratory of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100085, China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China; Institute of Environment and Health, Hangzhou Institute for Advanced Study, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou 310024, China.
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Hirano S, Kanno S. Relevance of autophagy markers to cytotoxicity of zinc compounds in macrophages. Toxicol In Vitro 2020; 65:104816. [PMID: 32126253 DOI: 10.1016/j.tiv.2020.104816] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2019] [Accepted: 02/28/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Autophagy molecules such as microtubule-associated protein light chain 3 (LC3) and p62/SQSTM1 have been used as biomarkers of protective or conversely adverse effects of exposure to toxicants. In the present study we show changes in LC3-II (a lipidated form of LC3-I) and p62 levels in response to zinc compounds and some other toxicants in J774.1 murine macrophages. The cytotoxicity of either ZnO or ZnSO4 largely depended on the concentration of FBS or albumin in the culture medium. Accordingly, these authophagy markers were more remarkably increased when the cells were exposed to ZnO or ZnSO4 in the absence of FBS. We next addressed lysosomal function impairment and changes in LC3-II and p62 levels following exposure to TiO2, ZnO, and ZnSO4. Lysosomal pH was quickly decreased by autolysosome inhibitors such as bafilomycin A1 and chloroquine, while TiO2, ZnO and ZnSO4 did not decrease lysosomal pH. However, the amounts of LC3-II and p62 and the LC3-II/LC3-I ratio were increased either by the lysosomal inhibitors and the Zn compounds. LC3-II and p62 levels were increased after exposure to arsenite and lipopolysaccharide (LPS). The p62 and phospho-p62 levels were also increased by either ZnSO4 and bafilomycin A1 in HEK293 cells stably expressing RFP-LC3. The current observations suggest that LC3-II and p62 levels were increased as consequences of early effects of toxicants without changing lysosomal pH.
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- Seishiro Hirano
- Center for Health and Environmental Risk Research, National Institute for Environmental Studies, 16-2 Onogawa, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8506, Japan.
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- Department of Forensic Medicine, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Japan
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Alghsham RS, Satpathy SR, Bodduluri SR, Hegde B, Jala VR, Twal W, Burlison JA, Sunkara M, Haribabu B. Zinc Oxide Nanowires Exposure Induces a Distinct Inflammatory Response via CCL11-Mediated Eosinophil Recruitment. Front Immunol 2019; 10:2604. [PMID: 31787980 PMCID: PMC6856074 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2019.02604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2019] [Accepted: 10/21/2019] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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High aspect ratio zinc oxide nanowires (ZnONWs) have become one of the most important products in nanotechnology. The wide range applications of ZnONWs have heightened the need for evaluating the risks and biological consequences to these particles. In this study, we investigated inflammatory pathways activated by ZnONWs in cultured cells as well as the consequences of systemic exposure in mouse models. Confocal microscopy showed rapid phagocytic uptake of FITC-ZnONWs by macrophages. Exposure of macrophages or lung epithelial cells to ZnONWs induced the production of CCL2 and CCL11. Moreover, ZnONWs exposure induced both IL-6 and TNF-α production only in macrophages but not in LKR13 cells. Intratracheal instillation of ZnONWs in C57BL/6 mice induced a significant increase in the total numbers of immune cells in the broncho alveolar lavage fluid (BALFs) 2 days after instillation. Macrophages and eosinophils were the predominant cellular infiltrates of ZnONWs exposed mouse lungs. Similar cellular infiltrates were also observed in a mouse air-pouch model. Pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-6 and TNF-α as well as chemokines CCL11, and CCL2 were increased both in BALFs and air-pouch lavage fluids. These results suggest that exposure to ZnONWs may induce distinct inflammatory responses through phagocytic uptake and formation of soluble Zn2+ ions.
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- Ruqaih S Alghsham
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States.,James Graham Brown Cancer Center, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States.,James Graham Brown Cancer Center, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States.,James Graham Brown Cancer Center, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States.,James Graham Brown Cancer Center, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States.,James Graham Brown Cancer Center, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States
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- Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, United States
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- James Graham Brown Cancer Center, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Conn Center for Renewable Energy, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States.,James Graham Brown Cancer Center, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, United States
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Ferrone E, Araneo R, Notargiacomo A, Pea M, Rinaldi A. ZnO Nanostructures and Electrospun ZnO-Polymeric Hybrid Nanomaterials in Biomedical, Health, and Sustainability Applications. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2019; 9:E1449. [PMID: 31614707 PMCID: PMC6835458 DOI: 10.3390/nano9101449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2019] [Revised: 10/03/2019] [Accepted: 10/03/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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ZnO-based nanomaterials are a subject of increasing interest within current research, because of their multifunctional properties, such as piezoelectricity, semi-conductivity, ultraviolet absorption, optical transparency, and photoluminescence, as well as their low toxicity, biodegradability, low cost, and versatility in achieving diverse shapes. Among the numerous fields of application, the use of nanostructured ZnO is increasingly widespread also in the biomedical and healthcare sectors, thanks to its antiseptic and antibacterial properties, role as a promoter in tissue regeneration, selectivity for specific cell lines, and drug delivery function, as well as its electrochemical and optical properties, which make it a good candidate for biomedical applications. Because of its growing use, understanding the toxicity of ZnO nanomaterials and their interaction with biological systems is crucial for manufacturing relevant engineering materials. In the last few years, ZnO nanostructures were also used to functionalize polymer matrices to produce hybrid composite materials with new properties. Among the numerous manufacturing methods, electrospinning is becoming a mainstream technique for the production of scaffolds and mats made of polymeric and metal-oxide nanofibers. In this review, we focus on toxicological aspects and recent developments in the use of ZnO-based nanomaterials for biomedical, healthcare, and sustainability applications, either alone or loaded inside polymeric matrices to make electrospun composite nanomaterials. Bibliographic data were compared and analyzed with the aim of giving homogeneity to the results and highlighting reference trends useful for obtaining a fresh perspective about the toxicity of ZnO nanostructures and their underlying mechanisms for the materials and engineering community.
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- Eloisa Ferrone
- Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Rome Sapienza, 00184 Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Rome Sapienza, 00184 Rome, Italy.
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- Institute for Photonics and Nanotechnologies-CNR, 00156 Rome, Italy.
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- Sustainability Department, ENEA, C.R. Casaccia, Santa Maria di Galeria, Rome 00123, Italy.
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Sharma P, Jang NY, Lee JW, Park BC, Kim YK, Cho NH. Application of ZnO-Based Nanocomposites for Vaccines and Cancer Immunotherapy. Pharmaceutics 2019; 11:E493. [PMID: 31561470 PMCID: PMC6835776 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics11100493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2019] [Revised: 09/18/2019] [Accepted: 09/23/2019] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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Engineering and application of nanomaterials have recently helped advance various biomedical fields. Zinc oxide (ZnO)-based nanocomposites have become one of the most promising candidates for biomedical applications due to their biocompatibility, unique physicochemical properties, and cost-effective mass production. In addition, recent advances in nano-engineering technologies enable the generation of ZnO nanocomposites with unique three-dimensional structures and surface characteristics that are optimally designed for in vivo applications. Here, we review recent advances in the application of diverse ZnO nanocomposites, with an especial focus on their development as vaccine adjuvant and cancer immunotherapeutics, as well as their intrinsic properties interacting with the immune system and potential toxic effect in vivo. Finally, we summarize promising proof-of-concept applications as prophylactic and therapeutic vaccines against infections and cancers. Understanding the nano-bio interfaces between ZnO-based nanocomposites and the immune system, together with bio-effective design of the nanomaterial using nano-architectonic technology, may open new avenues in expanding the biomedical application of ZnO nanocomposites as a novel vaccine platform.
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- Prashant Sharma
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul 03080, Korea.
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul 03080, Korea.
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul 03080, Korea.
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul 03080, Korea.
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul 03080, Korea.
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul 03080, Korea.
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Korea.
- Research Institute of Engineering and Technology, Korea University, Seoul 02481, Korea.
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Korea.
- Research Institute of Engineering and Technology, Korea University, Seoul 02481, Korea.
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul 03080, Korea.
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul 03080, Korea.
- Institute of Endemic Disease, Seoul National University Medical Research Center and Bundang Hospital, Seoul 03080, Korea.
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Hadrup N, Rahmani F, Jacobsen NR, Saber AT, Jackson P, Bengtson S, Williams A, Wallin H, Halappanavar S, Vogel U. Acute phase response and inflammation following pulmonary exposure to low doses of zinc oxide nanoparticles in mice. Nanotoxicology 2019; 13:1275-1292. [DOI: 10.1080/17435390.2019.1654004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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- Niels Hadrup
- National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Environmental Health Science and Research Bureau, Health Canada, Ottawa, Canada
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- National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Environmental Health Science and Research Bureau, Health Canada, Ottawa, Canada
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- Department of Biological and Chemical Work Environment, National Institute of Occupational Health, Oslo, Norway
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- Environmental Health Science and Research Bureau, Health Canada, Ottawa, Canada
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- National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Copenhagen, Denmark
- DTU Health Tech, Technical University of Denmark, Lyngby, Denmark
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Jelinkova P, Mazumdar A, Sur VP, Kociova S, Dolezelikova K, Jimenez AMJ, Koudelkova Z, Mishra PK, Smerkova K, Heger Z, Vaculovicova M, Moulick A, Adam V. Nanoparticle-drug conjugates treating bacterial infections. J Control Release 2019; 307:166-185. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2019.06.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2019] [Revised: 06/10/2019] [Accepted: 06/12/2019] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Gongalsky M, Gvindzhiliia G, Tamarov K, Shalygina O, Pavlikov A, Solovyev V, Kudryavtsev A, Sivakov V, Osminkina LA. Radiofrequency Hyperthermia of Cancer Cells Enhanced by Silicic Acid Ions Released During the Biodegradation of Porous Silicon Nanowires. ACS OMEGA 2019; 4:10662-10669. [PMID: 31460163 PMCID: PMC6648043 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.9b01030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2019] [Accepted: 06/04/2019] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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The radiofrequency (RF) mild hyperthermia effect sensitized by biodegradable nanoparticles is a promising approach for therapy and diagnostics of numerous human diseases including cancer. Herein, we report the significant enhancement of local destruction of cancer cells induced by RF hyperthermia in the presence of degraded low-toxic porous silicon (PSi) nanowires (NWs). Proper selection of RF irradiation time (10 min), intensity, concentration of PSi NWs, and incubation time (24 h) decreased cell viability to 10%, which can be potentially used for cancer treatment. The incubation for 24 h is critical for degradation of PSi NWs and the formation of silicic acid ions H+ and H3SiO4 - in abundance. The ions drastically change the solution conductivity in the vicinity of PSi NWs, which enhances the absorption of RF radiation and increases the hyperthermia effect. The high biodegradability and efficient photoluminescence of PSi NWs were governed by their mesoporous structure. The average size of pores was 10 nm, and the sizes of silicon nanocrystals (quantum dots) were 3-5 nm. Degradation of PSi NWs was observed as a significant decrease of optical absorbance, photoluminescence, and Raman signals of PSi NW suspensions after 24 h of incubation. Localization of PSi NWs at cell membranes revealed by confocal microscopy suggested that thermal poration of membranes could cause cell death. Thus, efficient photoluminescence in combination with RF-induced cell membrane breakdown indicates promising opportunities for theranostic applications of PSi NWs.
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- Maxim Gongalsky
- Department
of Physics, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Leninskie Gory 1, 119991 Moscow, Russia
- E-mail: (M.G.)
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- Department
of Physics, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Leninskie Gory 1, 119991 Moscow, Russia
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- Department
of Physics, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Leninskie Gory 1, 119991 Moscow, Russia
- University
of Eastern Finland - Kuopio Campus, Yliopistonranta 1, 70210 Kuopio, Finland
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- Department
of Physics, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Leninskie Gory 1, 119991 Moscow, Russia
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- Department
of Physics, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Leninskie Gory 1, 119991 Moscow, Russia
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- Institute
of Theoretical and Experimental Biophysics, Russian Academy of Science, Pushchino, 142290 Moscow Region, Russia
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- Institute
of Theoretical and Experimental Biophysics, Russian Academy of Science, Pushchino, 142290 Moscow Region, Russia
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- Department
of Physics, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Leninskie Gory 1, 119991 Moscow, Russia
- Institute
for Biological Instrumentation of Russian Academy of Sciences, Pushchino 142290, Russia
- E-mail: (L.A.O.)
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Du Y, Zhang J, Yan S, Tao Z, Wang C, Huang M, Zhang X. PEGylated zinc oxide nanoparticles induce apoptosis in pancreatic cancer cells through reactive oxygen species. IET Nanobiotechnol 2019; 13:536-540. [PMCID: PMC8676319 DOI: 10.1049/iet-nbt.2018.5327] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2018] [Revised: 02/13/2019] [Accepted: 03/04/2019] [Indexed: 06/24/2024] Open
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In this study, the authors have successfully prepared the polyethylene glycol (PEG)‐coated zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZNPs) and studied its effect in pancreatic cancer cells. The authors have observed a nanosized particle with spherical shape. In this study, the authors have demonstrated the cytotoxic effect of ZNP and PZNP in PANC1 cells. To be specific, PZNP was more cytotoxic compared to that of ZNP in PANC1 cancer cells. The authors have further showed that apoptosis is the main mode of cytotoxic activity. It is worth noting that PEGylation of ZNP did not decrease the cell killing activity of zinc particles, whereas it further increases its anticancer effect in the pancreatic cancer cells. The authors have observed a significant upregulation of proapoptotic BAX while expression of antiapoptotic Bcl‐2 was significantly downregulated indicating the potent anticancer effect of zinc nanoparticles. Overall, PEGylation of ZNP could be an effective strategy to improve the stability, while at the same time, its anticancer activity could be enhanced for better therapeutic response.
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- Yiqun Du
- Department of Medical OncologyFudan University Shanghai Cancer CenterShanghai200032People's Republic of China
- Department of OncologyShanghai Medical CollegeFudan UniversityShanghai200032People's Republic of China
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- Department of Medical OncologyFudan University Shanghai Cancer CenterShanghai200032People's Republic of China
- Department of OncologyShanghai Medical CollegeFudan UniversityShanghai200032People's Republic of China
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- Department of GastroenterologyXinhua HospitalShanghai Jiaotong UniversitySchool of MedicineShanghai200092People's Republic of China
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- Department of Medical OncologyFudan University Shanghai Cancer CenterShanghai200032People's Republic of China
- Department of OncologyShanghai Medical CollegeFudan UniversityShanghai200032People's Republic of China
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- Department of Medical OncologyFudan University Shanghai Cancer CenterShanghai200032People's Republic of China
- Department of OncologyShanghai Medical CollegeFudan UniversityShanghai200032People's Republic of China
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- Department of Medical OncologyFudan University Shanghai Cancer CenterShanghai200032People's Republic of China
- Department of OncologyShanghai Medical CollegeFudan UniversityShanghai200032People's Republic of China
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- Department of Medical OncologyFudan University Shanghai Cancer CenterShanghai200032People's Republic of China
- Department of OncologyShanghai Medical CollegeFudan UniversityShanghai200032People's Republic of China
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Hassan I, Husain FM, Khan RA, Ebaid H, Al-Tamimi J, Alhazza IM, Aman S, Ibrahim KE. Ameliorative effect of zinc oxide nanoparticles against potassium bromate-mediated toxicity in Swiss albino rats. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2019; 26:9966-9980. [PMID: 30739294 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-019-04443-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2018] [Accepted: 01/30/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
Abstract
Potassium bromate (PB) is a commonly used food additive, a prominent water disinfection by-product, and a class IIB carcinogen. It exerts a various degree of toxicity depending on its dose and exposure duration consumed with food and water in the living organisms. The present investigation aims to demonstrate the protective efficacy of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) derived from Ochradenus arabicus (OA) leaf extract by green technology in PB-challenged Swiss albino rats. The rodents were randomly distributed, under the lab-standardized treatment strategy, into the following six treatment groups: control (group I), PB alone (group II), ZnO alone (group III), ZnO NP alone (group IV), PB + ZnO (group V), and PB + ZnO NPs (group VI). The rats were sacrificed after completion of the treatment, and their blood and liver samples were collected for further analysis. Group II showed extensive toxic effects with altered liver function markers (alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, alkaline phosphatase, lactate dehydrogenase, gamma-glutamyl transferase, glutathione-S-transferase, and thioredoxin reductase) and compromised redox status (SOD, CAT, GR, GPx, GSH, MDA, and total carbonyl content). The histopathological analysis and comet assay further supported the biochemical results of the same group. Besides, group III also showed moderate toxicity evidenced by an alteration in most of the studied parameters while group IV demonstrated mild toxicity after biochemical analysis indicating the excellent biocompatibility of the NPs. However, group VI exhibited attenuation of the PB-induced toxic insults to a significant level as compared to group II, whereas group V failed to show similar improvement in the studied parameters. All these findings entail that the ZnO NPs prepared by green synthesis have significant ameliorative property against PB-induced toxicity in vivo. Moreover, administration of the NPs improved the overall health of the treated animals profoundly. Hence, these NPs have significant therapeutic potential against the toxic effects of PB and similar compounds in vivo, and they are suitable to be used at the clinical and industrial levels.
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Affiliation(s)
- Iftekhar Hassan
- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, Building 05, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia.
| | - Fohad Mabood Husain
- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, College of Food and Agriculture, King Saud University, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
| | - Rais Ahmad Khan
- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
| | - Hossam Ebaid
- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, Building 05, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
| | - Jameel Al-Tamimi
- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, Building 05, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
| | - Ibrahim M Alhazza
- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, Building 05, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
| | - Shazia Aman
- Department of Biochemistry, J N Medical College and Hospital, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, 202002, India
| | - Khalid Elfaki Ibrahim
- Department of Zoology, College of Science, King Saud University, Building 05, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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