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Abbasi R, Gnayem H, Sasson Y. Photocatalytic-Driven Antiviral Activities of Heterostructured BiOCl 0.2Br 0.8 - BiOBr Semiconductors. ACS OMEGA 2024; 9:18183-18190. [PMID: 38680376 PMCID: PMC11044170 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c10310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2023] [Revised: 02/23/2024] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
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Numerous methods for eliminating severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) are being extensively examined in recent years as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and its adverse effects on society. Photocatalysis is among the most encouraging solutions since it has the capacity to fully annihilate pathogens, surpassing conventional disinfecting methods. A heterostructured photocatalytic composite of (70%W BiOCl0.2Br0.8 with 30%W BiOBr) was prepared via a simple synthetic route that yielded microspheres ∼3-4 μm in diameter. The composite was evidenced to inactivate stubborn enveloped viruses. By utilizing scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, N2 sorption, and X-ray diffraction, the morphology and the chemical composition of the heterostructured composite was revealed. Full elimination of SARS-CoV-2 occurred 5 min following the light-activation of the photocatalytic mixture. Illumination absence bared a slower yet effective result of full viral decomposition at a time span of 25 min. A comparable efficacious outcome was observed in the study case of vesicular stomatitis virus with complete diminishing within 30 min of visible light exposure.
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- Razan Abbasi
- Casali Center of
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Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, The Hebrew
University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem 9190401, Israel
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- Casali Center of
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Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, The Hebrew
University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem 9190401, Israel
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- Casali Center of
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Chemistry, Institute of Chemistry, The Hebrew
University of Jerusalem, Jerusalem 9190401, Israel
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Vagena IA, Gatou MA, Theocharous G, Pantelis P, Gazouli M, Pippa N, Gorgoulis VG, Pavlatou EA, Lagopati N. Functionalized ZnO-Based Nanocomposites for Diverse Biological Applications: Current Trends and Future Perspectives. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 14:397. [PMID: 38470728 PMCID: PMC10933906 DOI: 10.3390/nano14050397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2024] [Revised: 02/18/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024]
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The wide array of structures and characteristics found in ZnO-based nanostructures offers them a versatile range of uses. Over the past decade, significant attention has been drawn to the possible applications of these materials in the biomedical field, owing to their distinctive electronic, optical, catalytic, and antimicrobial attributes, alongside their exceptional biocompatibility and surface chemistry. With environmental degradation and an aging population contributing to escalating healthcare needs and costs, particularly in developing nations, there's a growing demand for more effective and affordable biomedical devices with innovative functionalities. This review delves into particular essential facets of different synthetic approaches (chemical and green) that contribute to the production of effective multifunctional nano-ZnO particles for biomedical applications. Outlining the conjugation of ZnO nanoparticles highlights the enhancement of biomedical capacity while lowering toxicity. Additionally, recent progress in the study of ZnO-based nano-biomaterials tailored for biomedical purposes is explored, including biosensing, bioimaging, tissue regeneration, drug delivery, as well as vaccines and immunotherapy. The final section focuses on nano-ZnO particles' toxicity mechanism with special emphasis to their neurotoxic potential, as well as the primary toxicity pathways, providing an overall review of the up-to-date development and future perspectives of nano-ZnO particles in the biomedicine field.
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- Ioanna-Aglaia Vagena
- Laboratory of Biology, Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Medical School, National Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), 11527 Athens, Greece; (I.-A.V.); (M.G.)
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- Laboratory of General Chemistry, School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, Zografou Campus, 15772 Athens, Greece; (M.-A.G.); (E.A.P.)
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- Molecular Carcinogenesis Group, Department of Histology and Embryology, Medical School, National Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), 11527 Athens, Greece; (G.T.); (P.P.)
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- Molecular Carcinogenesis Group, Department of Histology and Embryology, Medical School, National Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), 11527 Athens, Greece; (G.T.); (P.P.)
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- Laboratory of Biology, Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Medical School, National Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), 11527 Athens, Greece; (I.-A.V.); (M.G.)
- School of Science and Technology, Hellenic Open University, 26335 Patra, Greece
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- Section of Pharmaceutical Technology, Department of Pharmacy, School of Health Sciences, National Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), 15771 Athens, Greece;
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- Molecular Carcinogenesis Group, Department of Histology and Embryology, Medical School, National Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), 11527 Athens, Greece; (G.T.); (P.P.)
- Biomedical Research Foundation, Academy of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece
- Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, University of Dundee, Dundee DD19SY, UK
- Faculty Institute for Cancer Sciences, Manchester Academic Health Sciences Centre, University of Manchester, Manchester M20 4GJ, UK
- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford GU2 7YH, UK
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- Laboratory of General Chemistry, School of Chemical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, Zografou Campus, 15772 Athens, Greece; (M.-A.G.); (E.A.P.)
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- Laboratory of Biology, Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Medical School, National Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), 11527 Athens, Greece; (I.-A.V.); (M.G.)
- Biomedical Research Foundation, Academy of Athens, 11527 Athens, Greece
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Hurbánková M, Volkovová K, Černá S, Wimmerová S, Moricová Š. Exposure to nanoparticles of magnetite Fe 3O 4 in three different doses and their influence on selected respiratory parameters of bronchoalveolar lavage after intravenous instillation. Cent Eur J Public Health 2023; 31:265-270. [PMID: 38309704 DOI: 10.21101/cejph.a7739] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2023] [Accepted: 11/13/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Due to nano-dimensions (less than 100 nm), can nanoparticles probably penetrate through various membranes and travel from the bloodstream to other organs in the body. The aim of our study was to find out whether NPs Fe3O4 (coated with sodium oleate) injected into the tail vein of laboratory Wistar rats pass through the bloodstream to the respiratory tract (in comparison with a control group); and if so whether increasing doses of NPs Fe3O4 have an escalating harmful effect on selected bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) parameters. METHODS Wistar rats were intravenously given 3 doses of the suspension of NPs Fe3O4 (0.1% LD50 = 0.0364, 1.0% = 0.364 and 10.0% = 3.64 mg/kg animal body weight). Seven days later, we sacrificed the animals under anaesthesia, performed bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), and isolated the collected cells. Many inflammatory and cytotoxic BAL parameters were examined. RESULTS Both inflammatory and cytotoxic BAL parameters affected by Fe3O4 suspension were changed compared to control results, but not all were statistically significant. Thus, the NPs Fe3O4 passed through the bloodstream to the respiratory tract and affected it. The highest concentration of NPs Fe3O4 (10%) had the most influence on BAL parameters (7 of 12 parameters). Only 3 parameters showed a pure dose dependence. CONCLUSION We assume that the adverse effect of Fe3O4 NPs in our study is probably not correlated with the dose, but rather with the size of the particles or with their surface area.
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- Marta Hurbánková
- Faculty of Public Health, Slovak Medical University, Bratislava, Slovak Republic
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- Faculty of Public Health, Slovak Medical University, Bratislava, Slovak Republic
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- Faculty of Public Health, Slovak Medical University, Bratislava, Slovak Republic
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- Faculty of Public Health, Slovak Medical University, Bratislava, Slovak Republic
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Gomez-Villalba LS, Salcines C, Fort R. Application of Inorganic Nanomaterials in Cultural Heritage Conservation, Risk of Toxicity, and Preventive Measures. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 13:nano13091454. [PMID: 37176999 PMCID: PMC10180185 DOI: 10.3390/nano13091454] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2023] [Revised: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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Nanotechnology has allowed for significant progress in architectural, artistic, archaeological, or museum heritage conservation for repairing and preventing damages produced by deterioration agents (weathering, contaminants, or biological actions). This review analyzes the current treatments using nanomaterials, including consolidants, biocides, hydrophobic protectives, mechanical resistance improvers, flame-retardants, and multifunctional nanocomposites. Unfortunately, nanomaterials can affect human and animal health, altering the environment. Right now, it is a priority to stop to analyze its advantages and disadvantages. Therefore, the aims are to raise awareness about the nanotoxicity risks during handling and the subsequent environmental exposure to all those directly or indirectly involved in conservation processes. It reports the human-body interaction mechanisms and provides guidelines for preventing or controlling its toxicity, mentioning the current toxicity research of main compounds and emphasizing the need to provide more information about morphological, structural, and specific features that ultimately contribute to understanding their toxicity. It provides information about the current documents of international organizations (European Commission, NIOSH, OECD, Countries Normative) about worker protection, isolation, laboratory ventilation control, and debris management. Furthermore, it reports the qualitative risk assessment methods, management strategies, dose control, and focus/receptor relationship, besides the latest trends of using nanomaterials in masks and gas emissions control devices, discussing their risk of toxicity.
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- Luz Stella Gomez-Villalba
- Institute of Geosciences, Spanish National Research Council, Complutense University of Madrid (CSIC, UCM), Calle Dr. Severo Ochoa 7, Planta 4, 28040 Madrid, Spain
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- Infrastructures Service, Health and Safety Unit, University of Cantabria, Pabellón de Gobierno, Avenida de los Castros 54, 39005 Santander, Spain
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- Institute of Geosciences, Spanish National Research Council, Complutense University of Madrid (CSIC, UCM), Calle Dr. Severo Ochoa 7, Planta 4, 28040 Madrid, Spain
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Cytotoxic cobalt (III) Schiff base complexes: in vitro anti-proliferative, oxidative stress and gene expression studies in human breast and lung cancer cells. Biometals 2021; 35:67-85. [PMID: 34935092 DOI: 10.1007/s10534-021-00351-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2021] [Accepted: 11/12/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Increasing cancer drug chemo-resistance, especially in the treatment of breast and lung cancers, alarms the immediate need of newer and effective anticancer drugs. Until now, chemotherapeutics based on metal complexes are considered the most effective treatment modality. In the present study, we have evaluated the cytotoxic effect of two cobalt (III) Schiff base complexes based on the leads from complex combinatorial chemistry. Cobalt (III) Schiff base complexes (Complex 3 = Co(Ph-acacen)(HA)2](ClO4) and Complex 4 = [Co(Ph-acacen)(DA)2](ClO4)] (Ph-acacen, 1-phenylbutane-1,3-dione; DA, dodecyl amine; HA, heptylamine) were evaluated against human breast cancer cell MCF-7 and lung cancer cell A549 using MTT cell viability assay, cellular morphological changes studied by Acridine Orange and Ethidium Bromide (AO/EB), Dual fluorescent staining, Hoechst staining 33248, Comet assay, Annexin V-Cy3 and 6 CFDA assay, JC-1 staining, Reactive oxygen species (ROS) assay, Immunofluorescence assay, and Real-time reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR). Treatment of cobalt (III) Schiff base complexes (Complex 3 & 4) affected the viability of the cancer cells. The cell death induced by the complexes was predominantly apoptosis, but necrosis also occurred to a certain extent. Complex 4 produced better cytotoxic effect than complex 3, and MCF-7 cell was more responsive than A549. In that order, the complexes were more selective to cancer cell than normal cell, and more effective in overall performance than the standard drug cisplatin. Therefore, we conclude that cobalt (III) Schiff base complexes, especially complex 4, have the potential to be developed as effective drugs for treatment of cancers in general, and breast and lung cancers in particular.
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García-Torra V, Cano A, Espina M, Ettcheto M, Camins A, Barroso E, Vazquez-Carrera M, García ML, Sánchez-López E, Souto EB. State of the Art on Toxicological Mechanisms of Metal and Metal Oxide Nanoparticles and Strategies to Reduce Toxicological Risks. TOXICS 2021; 9:195. [PMID: 34437513 PMCID: PMC8402504 DOI: 10.3390/toxics9080195] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2021] [Revised: 08/16/2021] [Accepted: 08/20/2021] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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Metal nanoparticles have been extensively investigated for different types of pharmaceutical applications. However, their use has raised some concerns about their toxicity involving the increase of reactive oxygen species causing cellular apoptosis. Therefore, in this review we summarize the most relevant toxicity mechanisms of gold, silver, copper and copper oxide nanoparticles as well as production methods of metal nanoparticles. Parameters involved in their toxicity such as size, surface charge and concentration are also highlighted. Moreover, a critical revision of the literature about the strategies used to reduce the toxicity of this type of nanoparticles is carried out throughout the review. Additionally, surface modifications using different coating strategies, nanoparticles targeting and morphology modifications are deeply explained.
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- Victor García-Torra
- Department of Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology and Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain; (V.G.-T.); (A.C.); (M.E.); (M.L.G.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology and Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain; (V.G.-T.); (A.C.); (M.E.); (M.L.G.)
- Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (IN2UB), University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
- Networking Research Centre of Neurodegenerative Disease (CIBERNED), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28031 Madrid, Spain; (M.E.); (A.C.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology and Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain; (V.G.-T.); (A.C.); (M.E.); (M.L.G.)
- Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (IN2UB), University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
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- Networking Research Centre of Neurodegenerative Disease (CIBERNED), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28031 Madrid, Spain; (M.E.); (A.C.)
- Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology and Therapeutic Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain; (E.B.); (M.V.-C.)
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- Networking Research Centre of Neurodegenerative Disease (CIBERNED), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28031 Madrid, Spain; (M.E.); (A.C.)
- Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology and Therapeutic Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain; (E.B.); (M.V.-C.)
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- Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology and Therapeutic Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain; (E.B.); (M.V.-C.)
- Networking Research Centre of Diabetes and Associated Metabolic Diseases (CIBERDEM), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28031 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology and Therapeutic Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain; (E.B.); (M.V.-C.)
- Networking Research Centre of Diabetes and Associated Metabolic Diseases (CIBERDEM), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28031 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology and Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain; (V.G.-T.); (A.C.); (M.E.); (M.L.G.)
- Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (IN2UB), University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
- Networking Research Centre of Neurodegenerative Disease (CIBERNED), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28031 Madrid, Spain; (M.E.); (A.C.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology and Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain; (V.G.-T.); (A.C.); (M.E.); (M.L.G.)
- Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (IN2UB), University of Barcelona, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
- Networking Research Centre of Neurodegenerative Disease (CIBERNED), Instituto de Salud Carlos III, 28031 Madrid, Spain; (M.E.); (A.C.)
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- CEB—Centre of Biological Engineering, Campus de Gualtar, University of Minho, 4710-057 Braga, Portugal
- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Coimbra, Pólo das Ciências da Saúde, Azinhaga de Santa Comba, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal
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Huang Y, Liu DE, An J, Liu B, Sun L, Fu H, Yan S, Sun W, Gao H. Reactive Oxygen Species Self-Sufficient Multifunctional Nanoplatform for Synergistic Chemo-Photodynamic Therapy with Red/Near-Infrared Dual-Imaging. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2020; 3:9135-9144. [PMID: 35019591 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.0c01419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Developing multifunctional nanoplatforms that combine controlled drug release, therapy, and real-time monitoring of intracellular distribution of therapeutic agents can provide a solution for practical precision cancer therapy. Herein, a daylight activatable and red to near-infrared (NIR) dual-imaging guided multifunctional anticancer nanoplatform based on diselenium-conjugated and aggregation-induced emission fluorogen (AIEgen)-cross-linked oligoethylenimine polymer loaded with cisplatin (Pt) and biscyclometalated iridium(III) (Ir(III)) complex (Pt&Ir@P NPs) is reported. Upon short-time daylight irradiation, the nanoplatform generates reactive oxygen species (ROS), which help them to escape from endo/lysosomes via enhanced lysosomal membrane permeability. Meanwhile, the chemotherapeutic drug cisplatin and the photosensitizer (PS) Ir(III) complex are released via breaking the ROS-labile diselenium bond. The released PS, together with AIEgen, respond to the continuous long-time daylight irradiation and produce more ROS, inducing photodynamic therapy (PDT) and damaging the nucleus. Along with PDT, selenium liberates cisplatin and exerts chemotherapy in the presence of endogenous spermine. In addition, the red/NIR emitting Ir(III) complex and the engineered AIEgen act as dual-imaging agents for real-time monitoring the distribution of PS and polymer. This daylight responsive multifunctional nanoplatform for efficient anticancer therapy and imaging could provide an intriguing strategy for developing theranostic antitumor platforms.
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- Yongkang Huang
- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Drug Targeting and Bioimaging, Tianjin Enterprise Key Laboratory for Application Research of Hyaluronic Acid, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University of Technology, Tianjin 300384, P. R. China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Drug Targeting and Bioimaging, Tianjin Enterprise Key Laboratory for Application Research of Hyaluronic Acid, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University of Technology, Tianjin 300384, P. R. China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Drug Targeting and Bioimaging, Tianjin Enterprise Key Laboratory for Application Research of Hyaluronic Acid, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University of Technology, Tianjin 300384, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, North Dakota State University, Fargo, North Dakota 58108-6050, United States
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, North Dakota State University, Fargo, North Dakota 58108-6050, United States
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Drug Targeting and Bioimaging, Tianjin Enterprise Key Laboratory for Application Research of Hyaluronic Acid, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University of Technology, Tianjin 300384, P. R. China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Drug Targeting and Bioimaging, Tianjin Enterprise Key Laboratory for Application Research of Hyaluronic Acid, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University of Technology, Tianjin 300384, P. R. China
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, North Dakota State University, Fargo, North Dakota 58108-6050, United States
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Drug Targeting and Bioimaging, Tianjin Enterprise Key Laboratory for Application Research of Hyaluronic Acid, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University of Technology, Tianjin 300384, P. R. China
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Makhdoumi P, Karimi H, Khazaei M. Review on Metal-Based Nanoparticles: Role of Reactive Oxygen Species in Renal Toxicity. Chem Res Toxicol 2020; 33:2503-2514. [PMID: 32909744 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemrestox.9b00438] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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The rapidly emerging field of nanotechnology has offered innovative discoveries. Due to a wide variety of nanotechnology applications in the industrial, medical, and consumptive products, the application of nanotechnology has received considerable attention in the past decades. Metal-based nanoparticles including metal and metal oxide nanoparticles are now widely utilized in different areas of nanotechnology, leading to an increase in human exposure to nonmaterial. Since the kidney is one of the major organs to remove a variety of potentially harmful substances, including nanoparticles (NPs), from living organisms and a large proportion of cardiac output reaches the kidney, this organ is susceptible to the toxin-induced renal injury. However, despite the extensive use of NPs, there is still a limited understanding of NP-mediated toxicity. The unique physicochemical properties of metal-based NPs not only make them highly desirable in a variety of applications but also enable them to induce changes at biological levels of cellular activities, including reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation. Since oxidative stress is a key factor of NP-induced injury, it is urgent to characterize the ROS response resulting from metal-based NPs. This review summarizes an assessment of the signaling pathways that are involved in the metal-based NP-induced nephrotoxicity, with a particular focus on ROS production along with the potential oxidative stress-dependent mechanism. However, available data show that metal-based NPs may have a severe impact on the renal system, but the exact molecular mechanism of nephrotoxicity is not fully understood. A highly effective strategy for a better understanding of the mechanism would be to collect an increasing volume of information about the exposure time, physicochemical characteristics of the engineered NPs, and the cellular effects. In order to achieve a thorough knowledge of ROS-dependent renal toxicity, both in vitro and in vivo studies should be considered.
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- Pouran Makhdoumi
- Students Research Committee, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Department of Environmental Science, Faculty of Science, University of Zakho, Zakho, Kurdistan Region of Iraq
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- Fertility and Infertility Research Center, Health Technology Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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Nguyen KC, Zhang Y, Todd J, Kittle K, Lalande M, Smith S, Parks D, Navarro M, Tayabali AF, Willmore WG. Hepatotoxicity of Cadmium Telluride Quantum Dots Induced by Mitochondrial Dysfunction. Chem Res Toxicol 2020; 33:2286-2297. [PMID: 32844644 DOI: 10.1021/acs.chemrestox.9b00526] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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The aim of this study was to investigate the detailed mechanisms of hepatotoxicity induced by cadmium telluride quantum dots (CdTe-QDs) in BALB/c mice after intravenous injection. The study investigated oxidative stress, apoptosis, and effects on mitochondria as potential mechanistic events to elucidate the observed hepatotoxicity. Oxidative stress in the liver, induced by CdTe-QD exposure, was demonstrated by depletion of total glutathione, an increase in superoxide dismutase activity, and changes in the gene expression of several oxidative stress-related biomarkers. Furthermore, CdTe-QD treatment led to apoptosis in the liver via both intrinsic and extrinsic apoptotic pathways. Effects on mitochondria were evidenced by the enlargement and increase in the number of mitochondria in hepatocytes of treated mice. CdTe-QDs also caused changes in the levels and gene expression of electron transport chain enzymes, depletion of ATP, and an increase in the level of the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma coactivator 1-alpha (PGC-1α), a regulator of mitochondrial biogenesis. The findings from this study suggest that CdTe-QDs-induced hepatotoxicity might have originated from mitochondrial effects which resulted in oxidative stress and apoptosis in the liver cells. This study provides insight into the biological effects of CdT-QDs at the tissue level and the detailed mechanisms of their toxicity in animals. The study also provides important data for bridging the gap between in vitro and in vivo testing and risk assessment of these NPs.
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- Kathy C Nguyen
- Environmental Health Science and Research Bureau, Healthy Environments and Consumer Safety Branch, Health Canada, 50 Colombine Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9, Canada.,Department of Biology and Institute of Biochemistry, Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K1S 5B6, Canada
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- Environmental Health Science and Research Bureau, Healthy Environments and Consumer Safety Branch, Health Canada, 50 Colombine Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9, Canada
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- Bureau of Chemical Safety, Health Products and Food Branch, Frederick G. Banting Building, Health Canada, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9, Canada
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- Bureau of Chemical Safety, Health Products and Food Branch, Frederick G. Banting Building, Health Canada, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9, Canada
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- Bureau of Chemical Safety, Health Products and Food Branch, Frederick G. Banting Building, Health Canada, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9, Canada
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- Bureau of Chemical Safety, Health Products and Food Branch, Frederick G. Banting Building, Health Canada, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9, Canada
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- Bureau of Chemical Safety, Health Products and Food Branch, Frederick G. Banting Building, Health Canada, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9, Canada
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- Bureau of Chemical Safety, Health Products and Food Branch, Frederick G. Banting Building, Health Canada, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9, Canada
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- Environmental Health Science and Research Bureau, Healthy Environments and Consumer Safety Branch, Health Canada, 50 Colombine Driveway, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K9, Canada.,Department of Biology and Institute of Biochemistry, Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K1S 5B6, Canada
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- Department of Biology and Institute of Biochemistry, Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K1S 5B6, Canada
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Wang C, Yin H, Bi L, Su J, Zhang M, Lyu T, Cooper M, Pan G. Highly efficient and irreversible removal of cadmium through the formation of a solid solution. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2020; 384:121461. [PMID: 31685320 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2019.121461] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2019] [Revised: 10/07/2019] [Accepted: 10/10/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Sulfur-containing materials are very attractive for the efficient decontamination of some heavy metals. However, the effective and irreversible removal of Cd2+, coupled with a high uptake efficiency, remains a great challenge due to the relatively low bond dissociation energy of CdS. Herein, we propose a new strategy to overcome this challenge, by the incorporation of Cd2+ into a stable ZnxCd1-xS solid solution, rather than into CdS. This can be realised through the adsorption of Cd2+ by ZnS nanoparticles, which have exhibited a Cd2+ uptake capacity of approximate 400 mg g-1. Through this adsorption mechanism, the Cd2+ concentration in a contaminated solution could effectively be reduced from 50 ppb to <3 ppb, a WHO limit acceptable for drinking water. In addition, ZnS continued to exhibit this noteworthy uptake capacity even in the presence of Cu2+, Pb2+, and Hg2+. ZnS displayed high chemical stability. Particles aged in air for 3 months still retained a> 80% uptake capacity for Cd2+, compared with only 9% uptake capacity for similarly-aged FeS particles. This work reveals a new mechanism for Cd2+ removal with ZnS and establishes a valuable starting point for further studies into the formation of solid solutions for hazardous heavy metal removal applications.
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- Chen Wang
- Key Laboratory of Environmental Nanotechnology and Health Effects, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 18 Shuangqing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100085, PR China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Arable Land Conservation (Middle and Lower Reaches of Yangtze River), Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, College of Resources and Environment, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Environmental Nanotechnology and Health Effects, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 18 Shuangqing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100085, PR China.
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- Key Laboratory of Environmental Nanotechnology and Health Effects, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 18 Shuangqing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100085, PR China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Environmental Nanotechnology and Health Effects, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 18 Shuangqing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100085, PR China
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- School of Animal, Rural, and Environmental Sciences, Nottingham Trent University, Brackenhurst Campus, NG25 0QF, UK; Centre of Integrated Water-Energy-Food Studies (iWEF), School of Animal, Rural, and Environmental Sciences, Nottingham Trent University, Brackenhurst Campus, NG25 0QF, UK
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- School of Animal, Rural, and Environmental Sciences, Nottingham Trent University, Brackenhurst Campus, NG25 0QF, UK; Centre of Integrated Water-Energy-Food Studies (iWEF), School of Animal, Rural, and Environmental Sciences, Nottingham Trent University, Brackenhurst Campus, NG25 0QF, UK
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- Key Laboratory of Environmental Nanotechnology and Health Effects, Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 18 Shuangqing Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100085, PR China; School of Animal, Rural, and Environmental Sciences, Nottingham Trent University, Brackenhurst Campus, NG25 0QF, UK; Centre of Integrated Water-Energy-Food Studies (iWEF), School of Animal, Rural, and Environmental Sciences, Nottingham Trent University, Brackenhurst Campus, NG25 0QF, UK; Beijing Advanced Science and Innovation Center of CAS, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, PR China.
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Filali S, Pirot F, Miossec P. Biological Applications and Toxicity Minimization of Semiconductor Quantum Dots. Trends Biotechnol 2020; 38:163-177. [DOI: 10.1016/j.tibtech.2019.07.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2019] [Revised: 07/27/2019] [Accepted: 07/30/2019] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Cytotoxicity, Antioxidant, Antibacterial, and Photocatalytic Activities of ZnO-CdS Powders. MATERIALS 2020; 13:ma13010182. [PMID: 31906422 PMCID: PMC6981413 DOI: 10.3390/ma13010182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2019] [Revised: 12/20/2019] [Accepted: 12/25/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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In this work, ZnO–CdS composite powders synthesized by a simple chemical precipitation method were thoroughly characterized. The morphological, structural, compositional, photocatalytical, and biological properties of the prepared composites were investigated in comparison with those of the pristine components and correlated with the CdS concentration. ZnO–CdS composites contain flower-like structures, their size being tuned by the CdS amount added during the chemical synthesis. The photocatalytic activity of the composites was analyzed under UV irradiation using powders impregnated with methylene blue; the tests confirming that the presence of CdS along the ZnO in composites can improve the dye discoloration. The biological properties such as antioxidant capacity, antibacterial activity, and cytotoxicity of the ZnO, CdS, and ZnO–CdS composites were evaluated. Thus, the obtained composites presented medium antioxidant effect, biocidal activity against Escherichia coli, and no toxicity (at concentrations less than 0.05 mg/mL for composites with a low CdS amount) for human fibroblast cells. Based on these results, such composites can be used as photocatalytic and/or biocidal additives for photoactive coatings, paints, or epoxy floors, which in their turn can provide a cleaner and healthier environment.
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Pawcenis D, Chlebda DK, Jędrzejczyk RJ, Leśniak M, Sitarz M, Łojewska J. Preparation of silver nanoparticles using different fractions of TEMPO-oxidized nanocellulose. Eur Polym J 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2019.04.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Kononenko V, Repar N, Marušič N, Drašler B, Romih T, Hočevar S, Drobne D. Comparative in vitro genotoxicity study of ZnO nanoparticles, ZnO macroparticles and ZnCl 2 to MDCK kidney cells: Size matters. Toxicol In Vitro 2017; 40:256-263. [PMID: 28126643 DOI: 10.1016/j.tiv.2017.01.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2016] [Revised: 12/09/2016] [Accepted: 01/19/2017] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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In the present study, we evaluated the roles that ZnO particle size and Zn ion release have on cyto- and genotoxicity in vitro. The Madin-Darby canine kidney (MDCK) cells were treated with ZnO nanoparticles (NPs), ZnO macroparticles (MPs), and ZnCl2 as a source of free Zn ions. We first tested cytotoxicity to define sub-cytotoxic exposure concentrations and afterwards we performed alkaline comet and cytokinesis-block micronucleus assays. Additionally, the activities of both catalase (CAT) and glutathione S-transferase (GST) were evaluated in order to examine the potential impairment of cellular stress-defence capacity. The amount of dissolved Zn ions from ZnO NPs in the cell culture medium was evaluated by an optimized voltammetric method. The results showed that all the tested zinc compounds induced similar concentration-dependent cytotoxicity, but only ZnO NPs significantly elevated DNA and chromosomal damage, which was accompanied by a reduction of GST and CAT activity. Although Zn ion release from ZnO NPs in cell culture medium was significant, our results show that this reason alone cannot explain the ZnO genotoxicity seen in this experiment. We discuss that genotoxicity of ZnO NPs depends on the particle size, which determines the physical principles of their dissolution and cellular internalisation.
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- Veno Kononenko
- Department of Biology, Biotechnical Faculty, University of Ljubljana, Večna pot 111, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia.
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- Department of Biology, Biotechnical Faculty, University of Ljubljana, Večna pot 111, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia.
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- Department of Biology, Biotechnical Faculty, University of Ljubljana, Večna pot 111, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia.
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- Department of Biology, Biotechnical Faculty, University of Ljubljana, Večna pot 111, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia.
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- Department of Biology, Biotechnical Faculty, University of Ljubljana, Večna pot 111, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia.
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- Department of Analytical Chemistry, National Institute of Chemistry, Hajdrihova 19, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia.
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- Department of Biology, Biotechnical Faculty, University of Ljubljana, Večna pot 111, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia.
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Ahamed M, Akhtar MJ, Alhadlaq HA, Alshamsan A. Copper ferrite nanoparticle-induced cytotoxicity and oxidative stress in human breast cancer MCF-7 cells. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2016; 142:46-54. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2016.02.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2015] [Revised: 02/11/2016] [Accepted: 02/18/2016] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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Wang X, Yang P, Li J, Ihsan A, Liu Q, Cheng G, Tao Y, Liu Z, Yuan Z. Genotoxic risk of quinocetone and its possible mechanism in in vitro studies. Toxicol Res (Camb) 2016; 5:446-460. [PMID: 30090359 PMCID: PMC6062406 DOI: 10.1039/c5tx00341e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2015] [Accepted: 11/18/2015] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Quinoxalines possessing the quinoxaline-1,4-dioxide (QdNOs) basic structure are used for their antibacterial action, although their mechanism of genotoxicity is not clear. After comparing the sensitivity of V79 cells and HepG2 cells to quinocetone (QCT) and other QdNOs, it was found that HepG2 cells are more sensitive. The results show that QCT induces the generation of O2˙- and OH˙ during metabolism. Free radicals could then attack guanine and induce 8-hydroxy-deoxyguanine (8-OHdG) generation, causing DNA strand breakage, the inhibition of topoisomerase II (topo II) activity, and alter PCNA, Gadd45 and topo II gene expression. QCT also caused mutations in the mtDNA genes COX1, COX3 and ATP6, which might affect the function of the mitochondrial respiratory chain and increase the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS). Nuclear extracts from HepG2 cells treated with QCT had markedly reduced topo II activity, as judged by the inability to convert pBR322 DNA from the catenated to the decatenated form by producing stable DNA-topo II complexes. This study suggests that QCT electrostatically bound to DNA in a groove, affecting the dissociation of topo II from DNA and impacting DNA replication. Taken together, these data reveal that DNA damage induced by QCT resulted from O2˙- and OH˙ generated in the metabolism process. This data throws new light onto the genotoxicity of quinoxalines.
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- Xu Wang
- National Reference Laboratory of Veterinary Drug Residues (HZAU) and MOA Key Laboratory for Detection of Veterinary Drug Residues , Wuhan , Hubei 430070 , China . ; ; Tel: +86-27-87287186
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- MOA Laboratory for Risk Assessment of Quality and Safety of Livestock and Poultry Products , Huazhong Agricultural University , Wuhan , Hubei 430070 , China
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- MOA Laboratory for Risk Assessment of Quality and Safety of Livestock and Poultry Products , Huazhong Agricultural University , Wuhan , Hubei 430070 , China
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- Department of Biosciences , COMSATS Institute of Information Technology , Sahiwal , Pakistan
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- MOA Laboratory for Risk Assessment of Quality and Safety of Livestock and Poultry Products , Huazhong Agricultural University , Wuhan , Hubei 430070 , China
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- MOA Laboratory for Risk Assessment of Quality and Safety of Livestock and Poultry Products , Huazhong Agricultural University , Wuhan , Hubei 430070 , China
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- Hubei Collaborative Innovation Center for Animal Nutrition and Feed Safety , Wuhan , Hubei , China
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- Hubei Collaborative Innovation Center for Animal Nutrition and Feed Safety , Wuhan , Hubei , China
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- National Reference Laboratory of Veterinary Drug Residues (HZAU) and MOA Key Laboratory for Detection of Veterinary Drug Residues , Wuhan , Hubei 430070 , China . ; ; Tel: +86-27-87287186
- MOA Laboratory for Risk Assessment of Quality and Safety of Livestock and Poultry Products , Huazhong Agricultural University , Wuhan , Hubei 430070 , China
- Hubei Collaborative Innovation Center for Animal Nutrition and Feed Safety , Wuhan , Hubei , China
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Tee JK, Ong CN, Bay BH, Ho HK, Leong DT. Oxidative stress by inorganic nanoparticles. WILEY INTERDISCIPLINARY REVIEWS-NANOMEDICINE AND NANOBIOTECHNOLOGY 2015; 8:414-38. [PMID: 26359790 DOI: 10.1002/wnan.1374] [Citation(s) in RCA: 65] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2015] [Revised: 08/04/2015] [Accepted: 08/12/2015] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Metallic and metallic oxide nanoparticles (NPs) have been increasingly used for various bio-applications owing to their unique physiochemical properties in terms of conductivity, optical sensitivity, and reactivity. With the extensive usage of NPs, increased human exposure may cause oxidative stress and lead to undesirable health consequences. To date, various endogenous and exogenous sources of oxidants contributing to oxidative stress have been widely reported. Oxidative stress is generally defined as an imbalance between the production of oxidants and the activity of antioxidants, but it is often misrepresented as a single type of cellular stress. At the biological level, NPs can initiate oxidative stress directly or indirectly through various mechanisms, leading to profound effects ranging from the molecular to the disease level. Such effects of oxidative stress have been implicated owing to their small size and high biopersistence. On the other hand, cellular antioxidants help to counteract oxidative stress and protect the cells from further damage. While oxidative stress is commonly known to exert negative biological effects, measured and intentional use of NPs to induce oxidative stress may provide desirable effects to either stimulate cell growth or promote cell death. Hence, NP-induced oxidative stress can be viewed from a wide paradigm. Because oxidative stress is comprised of a wide array of factors, it is also important to use appropriate assays and methods to detect different pro-oxidant and antioxidant species at molecular and disease levels. WIREs Nanomed Nanobiotechnol 2016, 8:414-438. doi: 10.1002/wnan.1374 For further resources related to this article, please visit the WIREs website.
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- Jie Kai Tee
- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.,Department of Pharmacy, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.,NUS Graduate School for Integrative Sciences & Engineering, Centre for Life Sciences, Singapore, Singapore
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- Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.,NUS Environmental Research Institute, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Anatomy, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Pharmacy, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.,NUS Graduate School for Integrative Sciences & Engineering, Centre for Life Sciences, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore.,NUS Graduate School for Integrative Sciences & Engineering, Centre for Life Sciences, Singapore, Singapore
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Wu T, He K, Zhan Q, Ang S, Ying J, Zhang S, Zhang T, Xue Y, Chen Y, Tang M. Partial protection of N-acetylcysteine against MPA-capped CdTe quantum dot-induced neurotoxicity in rat primary cultured hippocampal neurons. Toxicol Res (Camb) 2015. [DOI: 10.1039/c5tx00127g] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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CdTe QD exposure caused death and apoptosis of rat primary cultured hippocampal neurons via generating reactive oxygen species and increasing intracellular calcium levels, which could be reversed by a common antioxidant NAC.
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