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Ren A, Hu J, Qin C, Xia N, Yu M, Xu X, Yang H, Han M, Zhang L, Ma L. Oral administration microrobots for drug delivery. Bioact Mater 2024; 39:163-190. [PMID: 38808156 PMCID: PMC11130999 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2024.05.005] [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: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 05/02/2024] [Accepted: 05/03/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024] Open
Abstract
Oral administration is the most simple, noninvasive, convenient treatment. With the increasing demands on the targeted drug delivery, the traditional oral treatment now is facing some challenges: 1) biologics how to implement the oral treatment and ensure the bioavailability is not lower than the subcutaneous injections; 2) How to achieve targeted therapy of some drugs in the gastrointestinal tract? Based on these two issues, drug delivery microrobots have shown great application prospect in oral drug delivery due to their characteristics of flexible locomotion or driven ability. Therefore, this paper summarizes various drug delivery microrobots developed in recent years and divides them into four categories according to different driving modes: magnetic-controlled drug delivery microrobots, anchored drug delivery microrobots, self-propelled drug delivery microrobots and biohybrid drug delivery microrobots. As oral drug delivery microrobots involve disciplines such as materials science, mechanical engineering, medicine, and control systems, this paper begins by introducing the gastrointestinal barriers that oral drug delivery must overcome. Subsequently, it provides an overview of typical materials involved in the design process of oral drug delivery microrobots. To enhance readers' understanding of the working principles and design process of oral drug delivery microrobots, we present a guideline for designing such microrobots. Furthermore, the current development status of various types of oral drug delivery microrobots is reviewed, summarizing their respective advantages and limitations. Finally, considering the significant concerns regarding safety and clinical translation, we discuss the challenges and prospections of clinical translation for various oral drug delivery microrobots presented in this paper, providing corresponding suggestions for addressing some existing challenges.
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- An Ren
- State Key Laboratory of Fluid Power and Mechatronic Systems, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
- School of Mechanical Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fluid Power and Mechatronic Systems, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
- School of Mechanical Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fluid Power and Mechatronic Systems, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
- School of Mechanical Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Automation Engineering, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin NT, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- The Affiliated Stomatologic Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310003, China
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- Key Laboratory of Advanced Civil Engineering Materials of Ministry of Education, Key Laboratory of D&A for Metal-Functional Materials, School of Materials Science & Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai, 201804 China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fluid Power and Mechatronic Systems, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
- School of Mechanical Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- Institute of Pharmaceutics, Zhejiang Province Key Laboratory of Anti-Cancer Drug Research, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, 310058, China
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- Department of Mechanical and Automation Engineering, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin NT, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Fluid Power and Mechatronic Systems, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
- School of Mechanical Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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Pellegrino Vidal RB, Castañeda FN, Garrido ME, Padró JM. Aqueous size exclusion chromatography applied to polymer analysis: experimental conditions and molecular weight calibration curves. J Chromatogr A 2024; 1729:465042. [PMID: 38852271 DOI: 10.1016/j.chroma.2024.465042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2024] [Revised: 05/29/2024] [Accepted: 05/31/2024] [Indexed: 06/11/2024]
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Aqueous mode size exclusion chromatography (SEC) was employed for the analysis and construction of molecular weight (MW) calibration curves of three water-soluble polymers, namely, polyethylene glycol, polyethylene oxide, and polyacrylic acid sodium salt. Several calibration curves were obtained, varying chromatographic conditions such as columns arrangement, ionic strength, temperature and pH, in addition trends in polymeric chromatographic behavior were examined. The variation in SEC distribution coefficients at different temperatures was found to be below 10 %, indicating that the studied polymers follow an ideal SEC mechanism under the tested conditions. Thus, differences in chromatographic behavior were ascribed to changes in polymer configuration induced by media and/or temperature. These variations in morphology were consistent with the observed SEC behavior. Regarding MW calibration, polynomial regression models ranging from first to fifth order were applied, and the most adequate ones were selected based on their fit and prediction capabilities. Third order polynomials were the preferred models for polyethylene glycol and polyacrylic acid sodium salt, independently of chromatographic conditions. Meanwhile for polyethylene oxide, either third or fifth-order polynomial models were optimal depending on the chromatographic conditions. All the selected regression models presented coefficients of multiple determination (R2) above 0.990, while achieving relative errors of prediction (REP%) in MW ranging from 0.3 to 4 % for cross-validation.
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- Rocío B Pellegrino Vidal
- Laboratorio de Investigación y Desarrollo en Métodos Analíticos (LIDMA)-CIC-PBA, Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata (UNLP), Calle 49 y 115 (B1900AJL), La Plata, Argentina; División Química Analítica, Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata, (UNLP), 47 y 115 (B1900AJL), Ciudad de La Plata, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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- Laboratorio de Investigación y Desarrollo en Métodos Analíticos (LIDMA)-CIC-PBA, Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata (UNLP), Calle 49 y 115 (B1900AJL), La Plata, Argentina; División Química Analítica, Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata, (UNLP), 47 y 115 (B1900AJL), Ciudad de La Plata, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- INQUISUR, Departamento de Química, Universidad Nacional del Sur (UNS)-CONICET, Av. Alem 1253, Bahía Blanca 8000, Argentina
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- División Química Analítica, Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Universidad Nacional de La Plata, (UNLP), 47 y 115 (B1900AJL), Ciudad de La Plata, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina; YPF Tecnología S.A., Av. Del Petróleo s/n entre 129 y 143 (B1923), Berisso, Argentina.
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He M, Hsu YI, Uyama H. Superior sequence-controlled poly(L-lactide)-based bioplastic with tunable seawater biodegradation. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2024; 474:134819. [PMID: 38850940 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2024.134819] [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: 04/02/2024] [Revised: 05/26/2024] [Accepted: 06/03/2024] [Indexed: 06/10/2024]
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Developing superior-performance marine-biodegradable plastics remains a critical challenge in mitigating marine plastic pollution. Commercially available biodegradable polymers, such as poly(L-lactide) (PLA), undergo slow degradation in complex marine environments. This study introduces an innovative bioplastic design that employs a facile ring-opening and coupling reaction to incorporate hydrophilic polyethylene glycol (PEG) into PLA, yielding PEG-PLA copolymers with either sequence-controlled alternating or random structures. These materials exhibit exceptional toughness in both wet and dry states, with an elongation at break of 1446.8% in the wet state. Specifically, PEG4kPLA2k copolymer biodegraded rapidly in proteinase K enzymatic solutions and had a significant weight loss of 71.5% after 28 d in seawater. The degradation primarily affects the PLA segments within the PEG-PLA copolymer, as evidenced by structural changes confirmed through comprehensive characterization techniques. The seawater biodegradability, in line with the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development 306 Marine biodegradation test guideline, reached 72.63%, verified by quantitative biochemical oxygen demand analysis, demonstrating rapid chain scission in marine environments. The capacity of PEG-PLA bioplastic to withstand DI water and rapidly biodegrade in seawater makes it a promising candidate for preventing marine plastic pollution.
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- Manjie He
- Department of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University, 2-1 Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871, Japan
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University, 2-1 Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871, Japan.
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- Department of Applied Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Osaka University, 2-1 Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871, Japan.
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Zhang S, Yang G, Zhang Q, Fan Y, Tang M, Shen L, Zhu D, Zhang G, Yard B. PEGylation renders carnosine resistant to hydrolysis by serum carnosinase and increases renal carnosine levels. Amino Acids 2024; 56:44. [PMID: 38960916 PMCID: PMC11222247 DOI: 10.1007/s00726-024-03405-6] [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: 02/24/2024] [Accepted: 06/26/2024] [Indexed: 07/05/2024]
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Carnosine's protective effect in rodent models of glycoxidative stress have provided a rational for translation of these findings in therapeutic concepts in patient with diabetic kidney disease. In contrast to rodents however, carnosine is rapidly degraded by the carnosinase-1 enzyme. To overcome this hurdle, we sought to protect hydrolysis of carnosine by conjugation to Methoxypolyethylene glycol amine (mPEG-NH2). PEGylated carnosine (PEG-car) was used to study the hydrolysis of carnosine by human serum as well as to compare the pharmacokinetics of PEG-car and L-carnosine in mice after intravenous (IV) injection. While L-carnosine was rapidly hydrolyzed in human serum, PEG-car was highly resistant to hydrolysis. Addition of unconjugated PEG to carnosine or PEG-car did not influence hydrolysis of carnosine in serum. In mice PEG-car and L-carnosine exhibited similar pharmacokinetics in serum but differed in half-life time (t1/2) in kidney, with PEG-car showing a significantly higher t1/2 compared to L-carnosine. Hence, PEGylation of carnosine is an effective approach to prevent carnosine degradations and to achieve higher renal carnosine levels. However, further studies are warranted to test if the protective properties of carnosine are preserved after PEGylation.
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- Shiqi Zhang
- Department of Endocrinology, The first affiliated hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, China.
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- Department of Endocrinology, The first affiliated hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, The first affiliated hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, The first affiliated hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, The first affiliated hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, China
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Provincial Peoplès Hospital, Anhui No. 2, Hefei, 230041, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The first affiliated hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230022, China
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, 230032, China
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- Vth Department of Medicine (Nephrology/Endocrinology/Rheumatology), University Medical Center Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, 68167, Mannheim, Germany
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Huan Z, Li J, Luo Z, Yu Y, Li L. Hydrogel-Encapsulated Pancreatic Islet Cells as a Promising Strategy for Diabetic Cell Therapy. RESEARCH (WASHINGTON, D.C.) 2024; 7:0403. [PMID: 38966749 PMCID: PMC11221926 DOI: 10.34133/research.0403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2024] [Accepted: 05/16/2024] [Indexed: 07/06/2024]
Abstract
Islet transplantation has now become a promising treatment for insulin-deficient diabetes mellitus. Compared to traditional diabetes treatments, cell therapy can restore endogenous insulin supplementation, but its large-scale clinical application is impeded by donor shortages, immune rejection, and unsuitable transplantation sites. To overcome these challenges, an increasing number of studies have attempted to transplant hydrogel-encapsulated islet cells to treat diabetes. This review mainly focuses on the strategy of hydrogel-encapsulated pancreatic islet cells for diabetic cell therapy, including different cell sources encapsulated in hydrogels, encapsulation methods, hydrogel types, and a series of accessorial manners to improve transplantation outcomes. In addition, the formation and application challenges as well as prospects are also presented.
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- Zhikun Huan
- Department of Endocrinology, Zhongda Hospital, School of Medicine,
Southeast University, Nanjing 210009, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Zhongda Hospital, School of Medicine,
Southeast University, Nanjing 210009, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering,
Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Laboratory,
Åbo Akademi University, Turku 20520, Finland
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- Department of Endocrinology, Zhongda Hospital, School of Medicine,
Southeast University, Nanjing 210009, China
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Fuentes S, Arancibia D, Rojas M, Carmona F, Ortega A, Valenzuela J, Hernández-Álvarez C, Martín IR. Simultaneous Second Harmonic Generation and Multiphoton Excited Photoluminescence in Samarium-Doped BaTiO 3 Nanoparticles Functionalized with Poly(ethylene glycol). ACS OMEGA 2024; 9:28061-28071. [PMID: 38973864 PMCID: PMC11223262 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.4c00974] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2024] [Revised: 05/17/2024] [Accepted: 06/06/2024] [Indexed: 07/09/2024]
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In this work, samarium-doped BaTiO3 (BT:Sm) nanoparticles (NPs) were prepared and coated with poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) to investigate their optical characteristics and compatibility with biological systems. The structure, particle morphology, optical properties, and biological compatibility of the NPs were assessed. The results demonstrated the formation of BT:Sm and [(BT:Sm)-PEG]. The relative intensities and positions of peaks in the X-ray diffraction (XRD) are consistent with an average crystallite size of ∼75 nm. The Raman spectra showed that Sm doping produced the typical tetragonal peaks at around 306 and 715 cm-1, and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy showed that the PEGylation process was effective. Also, our investigation demonstrates the potential of these NPs as very temperature-sensitive nanosensors with a resolution exceeding 0.5 °C, which is achievable through optical excitation. We also analyze their emission properties. Finally, we present a study related with the mitochondrial activity of naked and PEG-coated NPs. The results indicate that neither naked nor PEG-coated NPs exhibit changes in mitochondrial metabolism, as indicated by quantitative cell viability and morphological visualization. The PEG-coated NPs prevented the formation of aggregates in cell culture compared to naked NPs, demonstrating the significance of PEG as a stabilizing agent.
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- Sandra Fuentes
- Departamento
de Ciencias Farmacéuticas, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Católica del Norte, Casilla, 1280 Antofagasta, Chile
- Center
for the Development of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, CEDENNA, Santiago 9160000, Chile
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- Departamento
de Ciencias Farmacéuticas, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Católica del Norte, Casilla, 1280 Antofagasta, Chile
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- Departamento
de Ciencias Farmacéuticas, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Católica del Norte, Casilla, 1280 Antofagasta, Chile
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- Departamento
de Ciencias Farmacéuticas, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad Católica del Norte, Casilla, 1280 Antofagasta, Chile
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- Departamento
de Procesos Diagnósticos y Evaluación, Facultad de Ciencias
de la Salud, Universidad Católica
de Temuco, Temuco 4813302, La Araucanía, Chile
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- Departamento
de Minas y Metalurgia, Universidad Católica
del Norte, Antofagasta 1280, Chile
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- Departamento
de Física, MALTA-Consolider Team, IMN, Universidad de La Laguna, Apdo. Correos 456, E-38206 San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Santa
Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
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- Departamento
de Física, MALTA-Consolider Team, IMN, Universidad de La Laguna, Apdo. Correos 456, E-38206 San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Santa
Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
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Bruch GM, Grabherr S, Bruguier C, Fischer FT, Soto R, Magnin V, Genet P. Development of a protocol for standardized use of a water-soluble contrast agent with polyethylene glycol in post-mortem CT angiography. Int J Legal Med 2024; 138:1437-1446. [PMID: 38568229 PMCID: PMC11164774 DOI: 10.1007/s00414-024-03218-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2023] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 06/12/2024]
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Computed tomography angiography (PMCTA) is increasingly used in postmortem cases. Standardized validated protocols permit to compare different PMCTA images and make it more easily to defend a case in court. In addition to the well-known technique by Grabherr et al. (2011) which is using paraffin oil as a carrier substance, water-soluble polyethylene glycol 200 (PEG200) can be used in combination with the contrast agent Accupaque® 300. As to date, there exists no standardized protocol for the use of this contrast agent mixture, the aim of this study was to develop a protocol using it. Between 2012 and 2022, 23 PMCTA with PEG200 and Accupaque®300 were performed at the University Centre of Legal Medicine Lausanne (Switzerland) and the Institute of Forensic Medicine Munich (Germany). The images obtained were evaluated regarding the opacification of the vessels and possible artefacts. The best image quality was obtained with a mixing ratio of 1:15 (Accupaque®300:PEG200) and a perfusion volume of 1000 ml in the arterial, 1400 ml in the venous and 350 ml in the dynamic phase. The infusion rates described by Grabherr et al. were confirmed for the three phases. Overall, the opacification of the vessels was diagnostically sufficient. In 13 cases no opacification of the right coronary artery was observed due to a stratification artefact. By using the PMCTA protocol with PEG200 as a carrier, a good overall image quality can be achieved. This protocol offers the possibility to standardize PMCTA with PEG200.
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- G M Bruch
- Institut Für Rechtsmedizin, Ludwig-Maximillians-Universität München, Nussbaumstr. 26, D - 80336, Munich, Deutschland.
- Centre Universitaire Romand de Médecine Légale, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois, Chemin de La Vulliette 4, CH - 1000, Lausanne 25, Schweiz.
- Université de Genève, Rue du Général-Dufour 24, CH - 1211, Geneva 4, Schweiz.
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- Centre Universitaire Romand de Médecine Légale, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois, Chemin de La Vulliette 4, CH - 1000, Lausanne 25, Schweiz
- Centre Universitaire Romand de Médecine Légale, Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève, Rue Michel-Servet 1, CH - 1211, Geneva 4, Schweiz
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- Centre Universitaire Romand de Médecine Légale, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois, Chemin de La Vulliette 4, CH - 1000, Lausanne 25, Schweiz
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- Institut Für Rechtsmedizin, Ludwig-Maximillians-Universität München, Nussbaumstr. 26, D - 80336, Munich, Deutschland
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- Centre Universitaire Romand de Médecine Légale, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois, Chemin de La Vulliette 4, CH - 1000, Lausanne 25, Schweiz
- Centre Universitaire Romand de Médecine Légale, Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève, Rue Michel-Servet 1, CH - 1211, Geneva 4, Schweiz
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- Centre Universitaire Romand de Médecine Légale, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois, Chemin de La Vulliette 4, CH - 1000, Lausanne 25, Schweiz
- Centre Universitaire Romand de Médecine Légale, Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève, Rue Michel-Servet 1, CH - 1211, Geneva 4, Schweiz
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- Centre Universitaire Romand de Médecine Légale, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois, Chemin de La Vulliette 4, CH - 1000, Lausanne 25, Schweiz
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Potuck A, Webb J, Patel J. Perspective on the influence of suspension manufacturing unit operations on bioburden viability and selection of sampling points at the pilot scale. Pharm Dev Technol 2024:1-9. [PMID: 38938157 DOI: 10.1080/10837450.2024.2372576] [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: 02/02/2024] [Accepted: 06/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/29/2024]
Abstract
The suspension wet media milling manufacturing process is a complex multi-unit operation, resulting in drug substance comminution to a target particle size. As a result of this complexity, microbial contamination is of paramount concern, particularly for suspensions dosed for parenteral use. This perspective sought to review the influence of (4) critical manufacturing unit operations using a quality risk management approach to better identify and articulate impact of each unit operation on bioburden viability. The manufacturing unit operations in scope included slurry compounding, deaeration, milling, and filling. Bow tie risk analysis was used as a visual gap analysis tool to evaluate if conventional controls were appropriate to detect and mitigate potential for microbial contamination. A deep dive into these unit operations clarified that mechanisms such as turbohypobiosis, cavitation during deaeration, high energy milling, and inert overlay may have an appreciable influence on bioburden viability and proliferation. The resultant analysis also explicated that endotoxin oversight must be closely monitored through barriers (input material controls, water quality controls) to minimize impact to the product and patient. The identified manufacturing unit operations were not appropriate as mitigating controls for endotoxin. The output of this article relates risk intersections for microbial contamination during wet media milling and offers insights in critical areas for intervention.
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- Alicia Potuck
- Sterile Operations, Clinical Supply Chain, GSK, King of Prussia, PA, USA
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- Microbiology, Systems, & Analytical Services, Analytical Development, GSK, King of Prussia, PA, USA
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- Sterile Operations, Clinical Supply Chain, GSK, King of Prussia, PA, USA
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Rodriguez-Rivera GJ, Xu F, Laude M, Shah V, Nkansah A, Bashe D, Lan Z, Chwatko M, Cosgriff-Hernandez E. Design of PEG-based hydrogels as soft ionic conductors. BIORXIV : THE PREPRINT SERVER FOR BIOLOGY 2024:2024.06.17.599239. [PMID: 38948818 PMCID: PMC11212888 DOI: 10.1101/2024.06.17.599239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/02/2024]
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Conductive hydrogels have gained interest in biomedical applications and soft electronics. To tackle the challenge of ionic hydrogels falling short of desired mechanical properties in previous studies, our investigation aimed to understand the pivotal structural factors that impact the conductivity and mechanical behavior of polyethylene glycol (PEG)-based hydrogels with ionic conductivity. Polyether urethane diacrylamide (PEUDAm), a functionalized long-chain macromer based on PEG, was used to synthesize hydrogels with ionic conductivity conferred by incorporating ions into the liquid phase of hydrogel. The impact of salt concentration, water content, temperature, and gel formation on both mechanical properties and conductivity was characterized to establish parameters for tuning hydrogel properties. To further expand the range of conductivity available in these ionic hydrogels, 2-acrylamido-2-methyl-1-propanesulfonic acid (AMPS) was incorporated as a single copolymer network or double network configuration. As expected, conductivity in these ionic gels was primarily driven by ion diffusivity and charge density, which was dependent on hydrogel network formation and swelling. Copolymer network structure had minimal effect on the conductivity which was primarily driven by counter-ion equilibrium; however, the mechanical properties and equilibrium swelling was strongly dependent on network structure. The structure-property relationships elucidated here enables the rationale design of this new double network hydrogel to achieve target properties for a broad range of applications.
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Rezaei B, Harun A, Wu X, Iyer PR, Mostufa S, Ciannella S, Karampelas IH, Chalmers J, Srivastava I, Gómez-Pastora J, Wu K. Effect of Polymer and Cell Membrane Coatings on Theranostic Applications of Nanoparticles: A Review. Adv Healthc Mater 2024:e2401213. [PMID: 38856313 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202401213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2024] [Revised: 05/28/2024] [Indexed: 06/11/2024]
Abstract
The recent decade has witnessed a remarkable surge in the field of nanoparticles, from their synthesis, characterization, and functionalization to diverse applications. At the nanoscale, these particles exhibit distinct physicochemical properties compared to their bulk counterparts, enabling a multitude of applications spanning energy, catalysis, environmental remediation, biomedicine, and beyond. This review focuses on specific nanoparticle categories, including magnetic, gold, silver, and quantum dots (QDs), as well as hybrid variants, specifically tailored for biomedical applications. A comprehensive review and comparison of prevalent chemical, physical, and biological synthesis methods are presented. To enhance biocompatibility and colloidal stability, and facilitate surface modification and cargo/agent loading, nanoparticle surfaces are coated with different synthetic polymers and very recently, cell membrane coatings. The utilization of polymer- or cell membrane-coated nanoparticles opens a wide variety of biomedical applications such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), hyperthermia, photothermia, sample enrichment, bioassays, drug delivery, etc. With this review, the goal is to provide a comprehensive toolbox of insights into polymer or cell membrane-coated nanoparticles and their biomedical applications, while also addressing the challenges involved in translating such nanoparticles from laboratory benchtops to in vitro and in vivo applications. Furthermore, perspectives on future trends and developments in this rapidly evolving domain are provided.
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- Bahareh Rezaei
- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
- Texas Center for Comparative Cancer Research (TC3R), Amarillo, Texas, 79106, United States
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, 43210, United States
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, 43210, United States
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- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
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- Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, 43210, United States
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
- Texas Center for Comparative Cancer Research (TC3R), Amarillo, Texas, 79106, United States
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
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- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, 79409, United States
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Jagannathan JR, Ma Y, Curole BJ, Grayson SM, Fenton OS, Leibfarth FA. Regioselective Palladium-Catalyzed Chain-Growth Allylic Amination Polymerization of Vinyl Aziridines. J Am Chem Soc 2024; 146:15264-15274. [PMID: 38801413 DOI: 10.1021/jacs.4c02599] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/29/2024]
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Organometallic-mediated chain growth polymerization of readily accessible chemical building blocks is responsible for important commercial and technological advances in polymer science, but the incorporation of heteroatoms into the polymer backbone through these mechanisms remains a challenge. Transition metal π-allyl complexes are well-developed organometallic intermediates for carbon-heteroatom bond formation in small-molecule catalysis yet remain underexplored in polymer science. Here, we developed a regioselective palladium-phosphoramidite-catalyzed chain-growth allylic amination polymerization of vinyl aziridines for the synthesis of novel nitrogen-rich polymers via ambiphilic π-allyl complexes. The polymerization accessed a linear microstructure with four carbons between each nitrogen, which is challenging to achieve through other chain-growth polymerization approaches. The highly regioselective allylic amination polymerization demonstrated the characteristics of a controlled polymerization and was able to achieve molar masses exceeding 20 kg mol-1 with low dispersities (D̵ < 1.3). The identification of the polymer structure and well-defined chain ends were supported by matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry, and chain extension experiments demonstrate opportunities for building more complex materials from this method. A Hammett study was performed to understand the role of the catalyst and monomer structure on regioselectivity, and the data supported a mechanism wherein regioselectivity was primarily controlled by the ligand-metal complex. Postpolymerization desulfonylation provided access to a novel polyamine that demonstrated broad anticancer activity in vitro, which highlights the benefits of unlocking novel polyamine microstructures through regioselective chain-growth allylic amination polymerization.
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- Jake R Jagannathan
- Department of Chemistry, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599, United States
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Tulane University, 6400 Freret Street, 2015 Percival Stern Hall, New Orleans, Louisiana 70118, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, Tulane University, 6400 Freret Street, 2015 Percival Stern Hall, New Orleans, Louisiana 70118, United States
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599, United States
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- Department of Chemistry, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599, United States
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Li SM, Zeng WZ, Chung CY, Uramaru N, Huang GJ, Wong FF. Synthesis, physicochemical characterization, and investigation of anti-inflammatory activity of water-soluble PEGylated 1,2,4-Triazoles. Bioorg Chem 2024; 147:107312. [PMID: 38599053 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioorg.2024.107312] [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: 02/13/2024] [Revised: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/12/2024]
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A series of water-soluble PEGylated 1,2,4-triazoles 5-8 were successfully synthesized from methyl 5-(chloromethyl)-1-aryl-1H-1,2,4-triazole-3-carboxylates 1. All of the water-soluble PEGylated 1,2,4-triazoles were characterized by FT-IR and 1H NMR spectroscopy. The solubility, in vitro plasma stability, and anti-inflammatory activity were also determined and compared to original methyl 5-(halomethyl)-1-aryl-1H-1,2,4-triazole-3-carboxylates. For SAR study, all PEGylated 1,2,4-triazoles 5-8 performed potential anti-inflammatory activity on LPS-induced RAW 264.7 cells (IC50 = 3.42-7.81 μM). Moreover, the western blot result showed PEGylated 1,2,4-triazole 7d performed 5.43 and 2.37 folds inhibitory activity over iNOS and COX-2 expressions. On the other hand, the cell viability study revealed PEGylated 1,2,4-triazoles 7 and 8 with PEG molecular weight more than 600 presented better cell safety (cell viability > 95 %). Through the solubility and in vitro plasma stability studies, PEGylated 1,2,4-triazoles 7a-d exhibited higher hydrophilicity and prolonged 2.01 folds of half-life in compound 7d. Furthermore, the in vivo anti-inflammatory and gastric safety results indicated PEGylated 1,2,4-triazole 7d more effectively decreased the inflammatory response in edema and COX-2 expression and exhibited higher gastric safety than Indomethacin. Following the in vitro and in vivo study results, PEGylated 1,2,4-triazole 7d possessed favorable solubility, plasma stability features, safety, and significant anti-inflammatory activity to become the potential water-soluble anti-inflammatory candidate.
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- Sin-Min Li
- Institute of Translation Medicine and New Drug Development, China Medical University, Taichung 40402, Taiwan
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- Department of Nutrition, China Medical University, Taichung 406040, Taiwan
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- Department of Chinese Pharmaceutical Sciences and Chinese Medicine Resources, China Medical University, Taichung 40402, Taiwan
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- Department of Environmental Science, Nihon Pharmaceutical University, Komuro Inamachi Kita-adachi-gun, Saitama-ken 10281, Japan
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- Department of Chinese Pharmaceutical Sciences and Chinese Medicine Resources, China Medical University, Taichung 40402, Taiwan; Department of Food Nutrition and Healthy Biotechnology, Asia University, Taichung 413, Taiwan.
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- School of Pharmacy, China Medical University, Taichung 40402, Taiwan.
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Xing D, Tang L, Yang H, Yan M, Yuan P, Wu Y, Zhang Y, Yin T, Wang Y, Gou J, Tang X, He H. Effect of mPEG-PLGA on Drug Crystallinity and Release of Long-Acting Injection Microspheres: In Vitro and In Vivo Perspectives. Pharm Res 2024; 41:1271-1284. [PMID: 38839720 DOI: 10.1007/s11095-024-03717-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2024] [Accepted: 05/16/2024] [Indexed: 06/07/2024]
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PURPOSE Traditional progesterone (PRG) injections require long-term administration, leading to poor patient compliance. The emergence of long-acting injectable microspheres extends the release period to several days or even months. However, these microspheres often face challenges such as burst release and incomplete drug release. This study aims to regulate drug release by altering the crystallinity of the drug during the release process from the microspheres. METHODS This research incorporates methoxy poly(ethylene glycol)-b-poly(lactide-co-glycolide) (mPEG-PLGA) into poly(lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA) microspheres to enhance their hydrophilicity, thus regulating the release rate and drug morphology during release. This modification aims to address the issues of burst and incomplete release in traditional PLGA microspheres. PRG was used as the model drug. PRG/mPEG-PLGA/PLGA microspheres (PmPPMs) were prepared via an emulsification-solvent evaporation method. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD), and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) were employed to investigate the presence of PRG in PmPPMs and its physical state changes during release. RESULTS The addition of mPEG-PLGA altered the crystallinity of the drug within the microspheres at different release stages. The crystallinity correlated positively with the amount of mPEG-PLGA incorporated; the greater the amount, the faster the drug release from the formulation. The bioavailability and muscular irritation of the long-acting injectable were assessed through pharmacokinetic and muscle irritation studies in Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats. The results indicated that PmPPMs containing mPEG-PLGA achieved low burst release and sustained release over 7 days, with minimal irritation and self-healing within this period. PmPPMs with 5% mPEG-PLGA showed a relative bioavailability (Frel) of 146.88%. IN CONCLUSION In summary, adding an appropriate amount of mPEG to PLGA microspheres can alter the drug release process and enhance bioavailability.
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- Dandan Xing
- Department of Pharmaceutics Science, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Wenhua Road 103, Shenyang, 110016, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics Science, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Wenhua Road 103, Shenyang, 110016, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics Science, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Wenhua Road 103, Shenyang, 110016, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics Science, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Wenhua Road 103, Shenyang, 110016, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics Science, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Wenhua Road 103, Shenyang, 110016, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics Science, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Wenhua Road 103, Shenyang, 110016, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics Science, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Wenhua Road 103, Shenyang, 110016, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Functional Food and Wine, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, 110016, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics Science, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Wenhua Road 103, Shenyang, 110016, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics Science, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Wenhua Road 103, Shenyang, 110016, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics Science, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Wenhua Road 103, Shenyang, 110016, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics Science, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Wenhua Road 103, Shenyang, 110016, People's Republic of China.
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Yang G, Cao Y, Yang X, Cui T, Tan NZV, Lim YK, Fu Y, Cao X, Bhandari A, Enikeev M, Efetov S, Balaban V, He M. Advancements in nanomedicine: Precision delivery strategies for male pelvic malignancies - Spotlight on prostate and colorectal cancer. Exp Mol Pathol 2024; 137:104904. [PMID: 38788248 DOI: 10.1016/j.yexmp.2024.104904] [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: 12/13/2023] [Revised: 05/10/2024] [Accepted: 05/20/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024]
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BACKGROUND Pelvic malignancies consistently pose significant global health challenges, adversely affecting the well-being of the male population. It is anticipated that clinicians will continue to confront these cancers in their practice. Nanomedicine offers promising strategies that revolutionize the treatment of male pelvic malignancies by providing precise delivery methods that aim to improve the efficacy of therapeutic outcomes while minimizing side effects. Nanoparticles are designed to encapsulate therapeutic agents and selectively target cancer cells. They can also be loaded with theragnostic agents, enabling multifunctional capabilities. OBJECTIVE This review aims to summarize the latest nanomedicine research into clinical applications, focusing on nanotechnology-based treatment strategies for male pelvic malignancies, encompassing chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and other cutting-edge therapies. The review is structured to assist physicians, particularly those with limited knowledge of biochemistry and bioengineering, in comprehending the functionalities and applications of nanomaterials. METHODS Multiple databases, including PubMed, the National Library of Medicine, and Embase, were utilized to locate and review recently published articles on advancements in nano-drug delivery for prostate and colorectal cancers. CONCLUSION Nanomedicine possesses considerable potential in improving therapeutic outcomes and reducing adverse effects for male pelvic malignancies. Through precision delivery methods, this emerging field presents innovative treatment modalities to address these challenging diseases. Nevertheless, the majority of current studies are in the preclinical phase, with a lack of sufficient evidence to fully understand the precise mechanisms of action, absence of comprehensive pharmacotoxicity profiles, and uncertainty surrounding long-term consequences.
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- Guodong Yang
- I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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- I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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- I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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- I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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- I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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- I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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- I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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- HBT Medical College and Dr. R N Cooper Municipal General Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Institute for Urology and Reproductive Health, Sechenov University, Moscow, Russia
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- I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia
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- Clinic of Coloproctology and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Sechenov University, Moscow, Russia
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- Institute for Urology and Reproductive Health, Sechenov University, Moscow, Russia.
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Peddinti V, Rout B, Agnihotri TG, Gomte SS, Jain A. Functionalized liposomes: an enticing nanocarrier for management of glioma. J Liposome Res 2024; 34:349-367. [PMID: 37855432 DOI: 10.1080/08982104.2023.2270060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2023] [Accepted: 10/07/2023] [Indexed: 10/20/2023]
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Glioma is one of the most severe central nervous systems (CNS)-specific tumors, with rapidly growing malignant glial cells accounting for roughly half of all brain tumors and having a poor survival rate ranging from 12 to 15 months. Despite being the most often used technique for glioma therapy, conventional chemotherapy suffers from low permeability of the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and blood-brain tumor barrier (BBTB) to anticancer drugs. When it comes to nanocarriers, liposomes are thought of as one of the most promising nanocarrier systems for glioma treatment. However, owing to BBB tight junctions, non-targeted liposomes, which passively accumulate in most cancer cells primarily via the increased permeability and retention effect (EPR), would not be suitable for glioma treatment. The surface modification of liposomes with various active targeting ligands has shown encouraging outcomes in the recent times by allowing various chemotherapy drugs to pass across the BBB and BBTB and enter glioma cells. This review article introduces by briefly outlining the landscape of glioma, its classification, and some of the pathogenic causes. Further, it discusses major barriers for delivering drugs to glioma such as the BBB, BBTB, and tumor microenvironment. It further discusses modified liposomes such as long-acting circulating liposomes, actively targeted liposomes, stimuli responsive liposomes. Finally, it highlighted the limitations of liposomes in the treatment of glioma and the various actively targeted liposomes undergoing clinical trials for the treatment of glioma.
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- Vasu Peddinti
- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER)-Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER)-Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER)-Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER)-Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER)-Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
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Anand K, Sharma R, Sharma N. Recent advancements in natural polymers-based self-healing nano-materials for wound dressing. J Biomed Mater Res B Appl Biomater 2024; 112:e35435. [PMID: 38864664 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.b.35435] [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: 09/05/2023] [Revised: 03/04/2024] [Accepted: 05/18/2024] [Indexed: 06/13/2024]
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The field of wound healing has witnessed remarkable progress in recent years, driven by the pursuit of advanced wound dressings. Traditional dressing materials have limitations like poor biocompatibility, nonbiodegradability, inadequate moisture management, poor breathability, lack of inherent therapeutic properties, and environmental impacts. There is a compelling demand for innovative solutions to transcend the constraints of conventional dressing materials for optimal wound care. In this extensive review, the therapeutic potential of natural polymers as the foundation for the development of self-healing nano-materials, specifically for wound dressing applications, has been elucidated. Natural polymers offer a multitude of advantages, possessing exceptional biocompatibility, biodegradability, and bioactivity. The intricate engineering strategies employed to fabricate these polymers into nanostructures, thereby imparting enhanced mechanical robustness, flexibility, critical for efficacious wound management has been expounded. By harnessing the inherent properties of natural polymers, including chitosan, alginate, collagen, hyaluronic acid, and so on, and integrating the concept of self-healing materials, a comprehensive overview of the cutting-edge research in this emerging field is presented in the review. Furthermore, the inherent self-healing attributes of these materials, wherein they exhibit innate capabilities to autonomously rectify any damage or disruption upon exposure to moisture or body fluids, reducing frequent dressing replacements have also been explored. This review consolidates the existing knowledge landscape, accentuating the benefits and challenges associated with these pioneering materials while concurrently paving the way for future investigations and translational applications in the realm of wound healing.
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- Kumar Anand
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, India
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- Department of Physics, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, India
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Zhang Q, Yan K, Zheng X, Liu Q, Han Y, Liu Z. Research progress of photo-crosslink hydrogels in ophthalmology: A comprehensive review focus on the applications. Mater Today Bio 2024; 26:101082. [PMID: 38774449 PMCID: PMC11107262 DOI: 10.1016/j.mtbio.2024.101082] [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: 01/27/2024] [Revised: 04/19/2024] [Accepted: 05/03/2024] [Indexed: 05/24/2024] Open
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Hydrogel presents a three-dimensional polymer network with high water content. Over the past decade, hydrogel has developed from static material to intelligent material with controllable response. Various stimuli are involved in the formation of hydrogel network, among which photo-stimulation has attracted wide attention due to the advantages of controllable conditions, which has a good application prospect in the treatment of ophthalmic diseases. This paper reviews the application of photo-crosslink hydrogels in ophthalmology, focusing on the types of photo-crosslink hydrogels and their applications in ophthalmology, including drug delivery, tissue engineering and 3D printing. In addition, the limitations and future prospects of photo-crosslink hydrogels are also provided.
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- Qinghe Zhang
- Department of Ophthalmology, The First Affiliated Hospital of University of South China, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang Hunan 421001, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The First Affiliated Hospital of University of South China, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang Hunan 421001, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The First Affiliated Hospital of University of South China, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang Hunan 421001, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The First Affiliated Hospital of University of South China, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang Hunan 421001, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The First Affiliated Hospital of University of South China, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang Hunan 421001, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, The First Affiliated Hospital of University of South China, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang Hunan 421001, China
- Xiamen University Affiliated Xiamen Eye Center, Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Fujian Engineering and Research Center of Eye Regenerative Medicine, Eye Institute of Xiamen University, School of Medicine, Xiamen University, Xiamen Fujian 361005, China
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Park SS, Lim H, Lee BT. In vivo evaluation of hyaluronic acid-polyethylene glycol amended PMMA bone cement for orthopaedic application. JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE. POLYMER EDITION 2024:1-16. [PMID: 38815001 DOI: 10.1080/09205063.2024.2359789] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2024] [Accepted: 05/21/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024]
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The utilization of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) bone cement is employed for the purpose of stabilizing fractured vertebral bodies. The existence of a mechanical imbalance in hard polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) bone cement has the potential to increase the likelihood of a fracture occurring in the neighbouring vertebral body. In order to reduce potential difficulties, the primary goal of this study is to investigate the potential benefits of increasing PMMA bone cement's bioactivity and lowering its elastic modulus. The incorporation of a 10% volume fraction of hyaluronic acid (HyA) and polyethylene glycol (PEG) into the bone cement led to an improvement in the bioactivity and decreasing of elastic modulus of polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA). The integration of HyPE gel phase presents several advantages over pure PMMA bone cement, including enhanced setting parameters, improved degradability, and increased biocompatibility. The gel phase is additionally accountable for a reduction in the elastic modulus of polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) bone cement. In addition, the existence of a porous structure that arises from the degradation of the HyPE gel phase delivers a significant amount of room, thereby enhancing the process of bone regeneration when implanted in the femur of rabbits. The utilization of HyPE in PMMA has been shown through comprehensive µ-CT analysis to enhance bone formation, thereby promoting osteointegration at the implantation site. Furthermore, the histological analysis demonstrated the existence of osteogenic activity in the PMMA polyethylene glycol supplemented with 10% HyA and 10% PEG after a 2-month period subsequent to implantation.
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- Seong-Su Park
- Department of Regenerative Medicine, College of Medicine, Soonchunhyang University, Cheonan, South Korea
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, College of Medicine, Soonchunhyang University, Cheonan, South Korea
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, College of Medicine, Soonchunhyang University, Cheonan, South Korea
- Institute of Tissue Regeneration, College of Medicine, Soonchunhyang University, Cheonan, South Korea
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Yang D, Zhang M, Zhao M, Li C, Shang L, Zhang S, Wang P, Gao X. Study on the Effect of Pharmaceutical Excipient PEG400 on the Pharmacokinetics of Baicalin in Cells Based on MRP2, MRP3, and BCRP Efflux Transporters. Pharmaceutics 2024; 16:731. [PMID: 38931853 PMCID: PMC11206988 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16060731] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2024] [Revised: 05/27/2024] [Accepted: 05/27/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024] Open
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Pharmaceutical excipient PEG400 is a common component of traditional Chinese medicine compound preparations. Studies have demonstrated that pharmaceutical excipients can directly or indirectly influence the disposition process of active drugs in vivo, thereby affecting the bioavailability of drugs. In order to reveal the pharmacokinetic effect of PEG400 on baicalin in hepatocytes and its mechanism, the present study first started with the effect of PEG400 on the metabolic disposition of baicalin at the hepatocyte level, and then the effect of PEG400 on the protein expression of baicalin-related transporters (BCRP, MRP2, and MRP3) was investigated by using western blot; the effect of MDCKII-BCRP, MDCKII-BCRP, MRP2, and MRP3 was investigated by using MDCKII-BCRP, MDCKII-MRP2, and MDCKII-MRP3 cell monolayer models, and membrane vesicles overexpressing specific transporter proteins (BCRP, MRP2, and MRP3), combined with the exocytosis of transporter-specific inhibitors, were used to study the effects of PEG400 on the transporters in order to explore the possible mechanisms of its action. The results demonstrated that PEG400 significantly influenced the concentration of baicalin in hepatocytes, and the AUC0-t of baicalin increased from 75.96 ± 2.57 μg·h/mL to 106.94 ± 2.22 μg·h/mL, 111.97 ± 3.98 μg·h/mL, and 130.42 ± 5.26 μg·h/mL (p ˂ 0.05). Furthermore, the efflux rate of baicalin was significantly reduced in the vesicular transport assay and the MDCKII cell model transport assay, which indicated that PEG400 had a significant inhibitory effect on the corresponding transporters. In conclusion, PEG400 can improve the bioavailability of baicalin to some extent by affecting the efflux transporters and thus the metabolic disposition of baicalin in the liver.
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- Dan Yang
- State Key Laboratory of Functions and Applications of Medicinal Plants, School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China; (D.Y.); (M.Z.); (L.S.); (P.W.)
- Center of Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmaceutical Engineering, Department of Education of Guizhou, Guiyang 550025, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Functions and Applications of Medicinal Plants, School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China; (D.Y.); (M.Z.); (L.S.); (P.W.)
- Center of Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmaceutical Engineering, Department of Education of Guizhou, Guiyang 550025, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Functions and Applications of Medicinal Plants, School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China; (D.Y.); (M.Z.); (L.S.); (P.W.)
- Center of Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmaceutical Engineering, Department of Education of Guizhou, Guiyang 550025, China
- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Functions and Applications of Medicinal Plants, School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China; (D.Y.); (M.Z.); (L.S.); (P.W.)
- Center of Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmaceutical Engineering, Department of Education of Guizhou, Guiyang 550025, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Functions and Applications of Medicinal Plants, School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China; (D.Y.); (M.Z.); (L.S.); (P.W.)
- Center of Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmaceutical Engineering, Department of Education of Guizhou, Guiyang 550025, China
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- Experimental Animal Center, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Functions and Applications of Medicinal Plants, School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China; (D.Y.); (M.Z.); (L.S.); (P.W.)
- Center of Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmaceutical Engineering, Department of Education of Guizhou, Guiyang 550025, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Functions and Applications of Medicinal Plants, School of Pharmacy, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550025, China; (D.Y.); (M.Z.); (L.S.); (P.W.)
- Center of Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmaceutical Engineering, Department of Education of Guizhou, Guiyang 550025, China
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Jia Y, Zhang L, Xu J, Xiang L. Recent advances in cell membrane camouflaged nanotherapeutics for the treatment of bacterial infection. Biomed Mater 2024; 19:042006. [PMID: 38697197 DOI: 10.1088/1748-605x/ad46d4] [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: 09/14/2023] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 05/04/2024]
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Infectious diseases caused by bacterial infections are common in clinical practice. Cell membrane coating nanotechnology represents a pioneering approach for the delivery of therapeutic agents without being cleared by the immune system in the meantime. And the mechanism of infection treatment should be divided into two parts: suppression of pathogenic bacteria and suppression of excessive immune response. The membrane-coated nanoparticles exert anti-bacterial function by neutralizing exotoxins and endotoxins, and some other bacterial proteins. Inflammation, the second procedure of bacterial infection, can also be suppressed through targeting the inflamed site, neutralization of toxins, and the suppression of pro-inflammatory cytokines. And platelet membrane can affect the complement process to suppress inflammation. Membrane-coated nanoparticles treat bacterial infections through the combined action of membranes and nanoparticles, and diagnose by imaging, forming a theranostic system. Several strategies have been discovered to enhance the anti-bacterial/anti-inflammatory capability, such as synthesizing the material through electroporation, pretreating with the corresponding pathogen, membrane hybridization, or incorporating with genetic modification, lipid insertion, and click chemistry. Here we aim to provide a comprehensive overview of the current knowledge regarding the application of membrane-coated nanoparticles in preventing bacterial infections as well as addressing existing uncertainties and misconceptions.
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- Yinan Jia
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Center for Stomatology & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Biopharmaceutical Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- Biopharmaceutical Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Center for Stomatology & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
- Department of Oral Implantology, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
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Lu K, Shen X, Shi Y, He Z, Zhang D, Zhou M. Biodegradable polyester copolymers: synthesis based on the Biginelli reaction, characterization, and evaluation of their application properties. RSC Adv 2024; 14:17440-17447. [PMID: 38813120 PMCID: PMC11135155 DOI: 10.1039/d4ra02002b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2024] [Accepted: 05/11/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024] Open
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The Biginelli reaction, a three-component cyclocondensation reaction, is an important member of the multicomponent reaction (MCR) family. In this study, we conducted end-group modifications on a variety of biodegradable polyesters, including poly(1,4-butylene adipate) (PBA), poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL), polylactic acid (PLA), and poly(p-dioxanone) (PPDO), based on the precursor polyethylene glycol (PEG). By combining two polymers through the Biginelli multi-component reaction, four new biodegradable polyester copolymers, namely DHPM-PBA, DHPM-PCL, DHPM-PLA, and DHPM-PPDO, were formed. These Biginelli reactions demonstrated exceptional completeness, validating the efficiency of the synthesis strategy. Although the introduction of various polyesters lead to different properties, such as crystallinity and cytotoxicity, the newly synthesized 3,4-dihydro-2(H)-pyrimidinone compounds (DHPMs) exhibit enhanced hydrophilicity and can self-assemble in water and N,N-dimethylformamide (DMF) solution to form micelles with a controllable size. Furthermore, DHPM-PPDO promotes cellular growth and has potential applications in wound healing and tissue engineering. In conclusion, this method demonstrates great universality and methodological significance and offers insights into the medical applications of polyethylene glycol.
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- Kai Lu
- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University of Technology Hangzhou Zhejiang 310014 China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University of Technology Hangzhou Zhejiang 310014 China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University of Technology Hangzhou Zhejiang 310014 China
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- Stoddart Institute of Molecular Science, Department of Chemistry, Zhejiang University Hangzhou Zhejiang 310027 China
- ZJU-Hangzhou Global Scientific and Technological Innovation Center Hangzhou Zhejiang 311215 China
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- Department of Urology, Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital Hangzhou Zhejiang 310014 China
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- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University of Technology Hangzhou Zhejiang 310014 China
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Wu J, Wang X, Wang Y, Xun Z, Li S. Application of PLGA in Tumor Immunotherapy. Polymers (Basel) 2024; 16:1253. [PMID: 38732722 PMCID: PMC11085488 DOI: 10.3390/polym16091253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2024] [Revised: 04/24/2024] [Accepted: 04/28/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024] Open
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Biodegradable polymers have been extensively researched in the field of biomedicine. Polylactic-co-glycolic acid (PLGA), a biodegradable polymer material, has been widely used in drug delivery systems and has shown great potential in various medical fields, including vaccines, tissue engineering such as bone regeneration and wound healing, and 3D printing. Cancer, a group of diseases with high mortality rates worldwide, has recently garnered significant attention in the field of immune therapy research. In recent years, there has been growing interest in the delivery function of PLGA in tumor immunotherapy. In tumor immunotherapy, PLGA can serve as a carrier to load antigens on its surface, thereby enhancing the immune system's ability to attack tumor cells. Additionally, PLGA can be used to formulate tumor vaccines and immunoadjuvants, thereby enhancing the efficacy of tumor immunotherapy. PLGA nanoparticles (NPs) can also enhance the effectiveness of tumor immunotherapy by regulating the activity and differentiation of immune cells, and by improving the expression and presentation of tumor antigens. Furthermore, due to the diverse physical properties and surface modifications of PLGA, it has a wider range of potential applications in tumor immunotherapy through the loading of various types of drugs or other innovative substances. We aim to highlight the recent advances and challenges of plga in the field of oncology therapy to stimulate further research and development of innovative PLGA-based approaches, and more effective and personalized cancer therapies.
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- Jiashuai Wu
- Innovation Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China; (J.W.); (X.W.)
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- Innovation Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China; (J.W.); (X.W.)
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- School of Intelligent Medicine, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China;
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- Liaoning Key Laboratory of Obesity and Glucose/Lipid Associated Metabolic Diseases, Health Science Institute, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China
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- Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, School of Life Sciences, China Medical University, Shenyang 110122, China
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Bento C, Katz M, Santos MMM, Afonso CAM. Striving for Uniformity: A Review on Advances and Challenges To Achieve Uniform Polyethylene Glycol. Org Process Res Dev 2024; 28:860-890. [PMID: 38660381 PMCID: PMC11036406 DOI: 10.1021/acs.oprd.3c00428] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2023] [Revised: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 03/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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Poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) is the polymer of choice in drug delivery systems due to its biocompatibility and hydrophilicity. For over 20 years, this polymer has been widely used in the drug delivery of small drugs, proteins, oligonucleotides, and liposomes, improving the stability and pharmacokinetics of many drugs. However, despite the extensive clinical experience with PEG, concerns have emerged related to its use. These include hypersensitivity, purity, and nonbiodegradability. Moreover, conventional PEG is a mixture of polymers that can complicate drug synthesis and purification leading to unwanted immunogenic reactions. Studies have shown that uniform PEGylated drugs may be more effective than conventional PEGylated drugs as they can overcome issues related to molecular heterogeneity and immunogenicity. This has led to significant research efforts to develop synthetic procedures to produce uniform PEGs (monodisperse PEGs). As a result, iterative step-by-step controlled synthesis methods have been created over time and have shown promising results. Nonetheless, these procedures have presented numerous challenges due to their iterative nature and the requirement for multiple purification steps, resulting in increased costs and time consumption. Despite these challenges, the synthetic procedures went through several improvements. This review summarizes and discusses recent advances in the synthesis of uniform PEGs and its derivatives with a focus on overall yields, scalability, and purity of the polymers. Additionally, the available characterization methods for assessing polymer monodispersity are discussed as well as uniform PEG applications, side effects, and possible alternative polymers that can overcome the drawbacks.
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- Cláudia Bento
- Hovione
Farmaciência S.A., Estrada do Paço do Lumiar, Campus do Lumiar, Edifício
R, 1649-038 Lisboa, Portugal
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Institute for Medicines (iMed.ULisboa), Faculty of Pharmacy, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida Professor Gama Pinto, 1649-003 Lisboa, Portugal
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- Hovione
Farmaciência S.A., Estrada do Paço do Lumiar, Campus do Lumiar, Edifício
R, 1649-038 Lisboa, Portugal
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Institute for Medicines (iMed.ULisboa), Faculty of Pharmacy, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida Professor Gama Pinto, 1649-003 Lisboa, Portugal
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- Research
Institute for Medicines (iMed.ULisboa), Faculty of Pharmacy, Universidade de Lisboa, Avenida Professor Gama Pinto, 1649-003 Lisboa, Portugal
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Tatarinov DA, Skurlov ID, Sokolova AV, Shimko AA, Danilov DV, Timkina YA, Rider MA, Zakharov VV, Cherevkov SA, Kuzmenko NK, Koroleva AV, Zhizhin EV, Maslova NA, Stovpiaga EY, Kurdyukov DA, Golubev VG, Zhang X, Zheng W, Tcypkin AN, Litvin AP, Rogach AL. Near-infrared two-photon excited photoluminescence from Yb 3+-doped CsPbCl xBr 3-x perovskite nanocrystals embedded into amphiphilic silica microspheres. NANOSCALE 2024. [PMID: 38623897 DOI: 10.1039/d4nr00892h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/17/2024]
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Nonlinear absorption of metal-halide perovskite nanocrystals (NCs) makes them an ideal candidate for applications which require multiphoton-excited photoluminescence. By doping perovskite NCs with lanthanides, their emission can be extended into the near-infrared (NIR) spectral region. We demonstrate how the combination of Yb3+ doping and bandgap engineering of cesium lead halide perovskite NCs performed by anion exchange (from Cl- to Br-) leads to efficient and tunable emitters that operate under two-photon excitation in the NIR spectral region. By optimizing the anion composition, Yb3+-doped CsPbClxBr3-x NCs exhibited high values of two-photon absorption cross-section reaching 2.3 × 105 GM, and displayed dual-band emission located both in the visible (407-493 nm) and NIR (985 nm). With a view of practical applications of bio-visualisation in the NIR spectral range, these NCs were embedded into silica microspheres which were further wrapped with amphiphilic polymer shells to ensure their water-compatibility. The resulting microspheres with embedded NCs could be easily dispersed in both toluene and water, while still exhibiting a dual-band emission in visible and NIR under both one- and two-photon excitation conditions.
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- PhysNano Department, ITMO University, St Petersburg, 197101, Russia.
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, and Center for Functional Photonics, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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- Research Park, Saint Petersburg State University, St Petersburg, 199034, Russia
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- Research Park, Saint Petersburg State University, St Petersburg, 199034, Russia
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- PhysNano Department, ITMO University, St Petersburg, 197101, Russia.
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- PhysNano Department, ITMO University, St Petersburg, 197101, Russia.
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- PhysNano Department, ITMO University, St Petersburg, 197101, Russia.
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- Research Center for Optical Materials Science, ITMO University, Saint Petersburg, 197101, Russia
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- Research Park, Saint Petersburg State University, St Petersburg, 199034, Russia
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- Research Park, Saint Petersburg State University, St Petersburg, 199034, Russia
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- PhysNano Department, ITMO University, St Petersburg, 197101, Russia.
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- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials MOE, School of Materials Science & Engineering, and Jilin Provincial International Cooperation Key Laboratory of High-Efficiency Clean Energy Materials, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, China
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- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials MOE, School of Materials Science & Engineering, and Jilin Provincial International Cooperation Key Laboratory of High-Efficiency Clean Energy Materials, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, China
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- Laboratory of Quantum Processes and Measurements, ITMO University, Saint Petersburg, 197101, Russia
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- PhysNano Department, ITMO University, St Petersburg, 197101, Russia.
- Key Laboratory of Automobile Materials MOE, School of Materials Science & Engineering, and Jilin Provincial International Cooperation Key Laboratory of High-Efficiency Clean Energy Materials, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, China
- Laboratory of Quantum Processes and Measurements, ITMO University, Saint Petersburg, 197101, Russia
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, and Center for Functional Photonics, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, 999077, China
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Su C, Lin D, Huang X, Feng J, Jin A, Wang F, Lv Q, Lei L, Pan W. Developing hydrogels for gene therapy and tissue engineering. J Nanobiotechnology 2024; 22:182. [PMID: 38622684 PMCID: PMC11017488 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-024-02462-z] [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: 02/20/2024] [Accepted: 04/04/2024] [Indexed: 04/17/2024] Open
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Hydrogels are a class of highly absorbent and easily modified polymer materials suitable for use as slow-release carriers for drugs. Gene therapy is highly specific and can overcome the limitations of traditional tissue engineering techniques and has significant advantages in tissue repair. However, therapeutic genes are often affected by cellular barriers and enzyme sensitivity, and carrier loading of therapeutic genes is essential. Therapeutic gene hydrogels can well overcome these difficulties. Moreover, gene-therapeutic hydrogels have made considerable progress. This review summarizes the recent research on carrier gene hydrogels for the treatment of tissue damage through a summary of the most current research frontiers. We initially introduce the classification of hydrogels and their cross-linking methods, followed by a detailed overview of the types and modifications of therapeutic genes, a detailed discussion on the loading of therapeutic genes in hydrogels and their characterization features, a summary of the design of hydrogels for therapeutic gene release, and an overview of their applications in tissue engineering. Finally, we provide comments and look forward to the shortcomings and future directions of hydrogels for gene therapy. We hope that this article will provide researchers in related fields with more comprehensive and systematic strategies for tissue engineering repair and further promote the development of the field of hydrogels for gene therapy.
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- Chunyu Su
- Key Laboratory of Artificial Organs and Computational Medicine in Zhejiang Province, Institute of Translational Medicine, Zhejiang Shuren University, Hangzhou, 310015, China
- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, 325200, China
- College of Biology & Pharmacy, Yulin Normal University, Yulin, 537000, China
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- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, 325200, China
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- College of Biology & Pharmacy, Yulin Normal University, Yulin, 537000, China
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- Key Laboratory of Artificial Organs and Computational Medicine in Zhejiang Province, Institute of Translational Medicine, Zhejiang Shuren University, Hangzhou, 310015, China
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- Key Laboratory of Artificial Organs and Computational Medicine in Zhejiang Province, Institute of Translational Medicine, Zhejiang Shuren University, Hangzhou, 310015, China
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- Key Laboratory of Artificial Organs and Computational Medicine in Zhejiang Province, Institute of Translational Medicine, Zhejiang Shuren University, Hangzhou, 310015, China
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- College of Biology & Pharmacy, Yulin Normal University, Yulin, 537000, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Artificial Organs and Computational Medicine in Zhejiang Province, Institute of Translational Medicine, Zhejiang Shuren University, Hangzhou, 310015, China.
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- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, 325200, China.
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Otvagin VF, Krylova LV, Peskova NN, Kuzmina NS, Fedotova EA, Nyuchev AV, Romanenko YV, Koifman OI, Vatsadze SZ, Schmalz HG, Balalaeva IV, Fedorov AY. A first-in-class β-glucuronidase responsive conjugate for selective dual targeted and photodynamic therapy of bladder cancer. Eur J Med Chem 2024; 269:116283. [PMID: 38461680 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejmech.2024.116283] [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: 10/23/2023] [Revised: 02/16/2024] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024]
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In this report, we present a novel prodrug strategy that can significantly improve the efficiency and selectivity of combined therapy for bladder cancer. Our approach involved the synthesis of a conjugate based on a chlorin-e6 photosensitizer and a derivative of the tyrosine kinase inhibitor cabozantinib, linked by a β-glucuronidase-responsive linker. Upon activation by β-glucuronidase, which is overproduced in various tumors and localized in lysosomes, this conjugate released both therapeutic modules within targeted cells. This activation was accompanied by the recovery of its fluorescence and the generation of reactive oxygen species. Investigation of photodynamic and dark toxicity in vitro revealed that the novel conjugate had an excellent safety profile and was able to inhibit tumor cells proliferation at submicromolar concentrations. Additionally, combined therapy effects were also observed in 3D models of tumor growth, demonstrating synergistic suppression through the activation of both photodynamic and targeted therapy.
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- Vasilii F Otvagin
- Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Gagarina Av. 23, Nizhny Novgorod, 603950, Russian Federation.
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- Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Gagarina Av. 23, Nizhny Novgorod, 603950, Russian Federation
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- Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Gagarina Av. 23, Nizhny Novgorod, 603950, Russian Federation
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- Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Gagarina Av. 23, Nizhny Novgorod, 603950, Russian Federation
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- Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Gagarina Av. 23, Nizhny Novgorod, 603950, Russian Federation
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- Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Gagarina Av. 23, Nizhny Novgorod, 603950, Russian Federation
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- Research Institute of Macroheterocycles, Ivanovo State University of Chemical Technology, 153000, Ivanovo, Russian Federation
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- Research Institute of Macroheterocycles, Ivanovo State University of Chemical Technology, 153000, Ivanovo, Russian Federation
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- N. D. Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences, 47 Leninsky Prosp., Moscow, 119991, Russian Federation
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Cologne, Greinstrasse 4, 50939, Cologne, Germany
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- Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Gagarina Av. 23, Nizhny Novgorod, 603950, Russian Federation.
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- Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Gagarina Av. 23, Nizhny Novgorod, 603950, Russian Federation.
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Li Z, Song P, Li G, Han Y, Ren X, Bai L, Su J. AI energized hydrogel design, optimization and application in biomedicine. Mater Today Bio 2024; 25:101014. [PMID: 38464497 PMCID: PMC10924066 DOI: 10.1016/j.mtbio.2024.101014] [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: 01/01/2024] [Revised: 02/26/2024] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024] Open
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Traditional hydrogel design and optimization methods usually rely on repeated experiments, which is time-consuming and expensive, resulting in a slow-moving of advanced hydrogel development. With the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology and increasing material data, AI-energized design and optimization of hydrogels for biomedical applications has emerged as a revolutionary breakthrough in materials science. This review begins by outlining the history of AI and the potential advantages of using AI in the design and optimization of hydrogels, such as prediction and optimization of properties, multi-attribute optimization, high-throughput screening, automated material discovery, optimizing experimental design, and etc. Then, we focus on the various applications of hydrogels supported by AI technology in biomedicine, including drug delivery, bio-inks for advanced manufacturing, tissue repair, and biosensors, so as to provide a clear and comprehensive understanding of researchers in this field. Finally, we discuss the future directions and prospects, and provide a new perspective for the research and development of novel hydrogel materials for biomedical applications.
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- Zuhao Li
- Department of Orthopedics, Xinhua Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200092, China
- Organoid Research Center, Institute of Translational Medicine, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
- National Center for Translational Medicine (Shanghai) SHU Branch, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- Organoid Research Center, Institute of Translational Medicine, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
- National Center for Translational Medicine (Shanghai) SHU Branch, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- Organoid Research Center, Institute of Translational Medicine, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
- National Center for Translational Medicine (Shanghai) SHU Branch, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- Organoid Research Center, Institute of Translational Medicine, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
- National Center for Translational Medicine (Shanghai) SHU Branch, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- Organoid Research Center, Institute of Translational Medicine, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
- National Center for Translational Medicine (Shanghai) SHU Branch, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- Organoid Research Center, Institute of Translational Medicine, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
- National Center for Translational Medicine (Shanghai) SHU Branch, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xinhua Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, 200092, China
- Organoid Research Center, Institute of Translational Medicine, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
- National Center for Translational Medicine (Shanghai) SHU Branch, Shanghai University, Shanghai, 200444, China
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Song H, Nan L, Wang J, Cai Y, Sun P, Liu J, Liu C, Fang L. A polyethylene glycol-grafted pullulan polysaccharide adhesive improves drug loading capacity and release efficiency. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 265:130958. [PMID: 38503369 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.130958] [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: 10/17/2023] [Revised: 02/25/2024] [Accepted: 03/15/2024] [Indexed: 03/21/2024]
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In this study, polyethylene glycol was grafted onto pullulan polysaccharides, resulting in the development of a novel adhesive termed PLUPE, offering superior drug loading capacity and rapid release efficiency. The efficacy of PLUPE was rigorously evaluated through various tests, including the tack test, shear strength test, 180° peel strength test, and human skin adhesion test. The results demonstrated that PLUPE exhibited a static shear strength that was 4.6 to 9.3 times higher than conventional PSAs, ensuring secure adhesion for over 3 days on human skin. A comprehensive analysis, encompassing electrical potential evaluation, calculation of interaction parameters, and FT-IR spectra, elucidated why improved the miscibility between the drug and PSAs, that the significant enhancement of intermolecular hydrogen bonding in the PLUPE structure. ATR-FTIR, rheological, and thermodynamic analyses further revealed that the hydrogen bonding network in PLUPE primarily interacted with polar groups in the skin. This interaction augmented the fluidity and free volume of PSA molecules, thereby promoting efficient drug release. The results confirmed the safety profile of PLUPE through skin irritation tests and MTT assays, bolstering its viability for application in TDDS patches. In conclusion, PLUPE represented a groundbreaking adhesive solution for TDDS patches, successfully overcoming longstanding challenges associated with PSAs.
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- Haoyuan Song
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, 103 Wenhua Road, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines of the Changbai Mountain, 6Ministry of Education, College of Pharmacy, Yanbian University, 977 7Gongyuan Road, Yanji 133002, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, 103 Wenhua Road, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines of the Changbai Mountain, 6Ministry of Education, College of Pharmacy, Yanbian University, 977 7Gongyuan Road, Yanji 133002, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, 103 Wenhua Road, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, 103 Wenhua Road, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, 103 Wenhua Road, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, 103 Wenhua Road, Shenyang 110016, China.
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Hameed H, Khan MA, Paiva-Santos AC, Ereej N, Faheem S. Chitin: A versatile biopolymer-based functional therapy for cartilage regeneration. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 265:131120. [PMID: 38527680 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2024] [Revised: 03/11/2024] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 03/27/2024]
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Chitin is the second most abundant biopolymer and its inherent biological characteristics make it ideal to use for tissue engineering. For many decades, its properties like non-toxicity, abundant availability, ease of modification, biodegradability, biocompatibility, and anti-microbial activity have made chitin an ideal biopolymer for drug delivery. Research studies have also shown many potential benefits of chitin in the formulation of functional therapy for cartilage regeneration. Chitin and its derivatives can be processed into 2D/3D scaffolds, hydrogels, films, exosomes, and nano-fibers, which make it a versatile and functional biopolymer in tissue engineering. Chitin is a biomimetic polymer that provides targeted delivery of mesenchymal stem cells, especially of chondrocytes at the injected donor sites to accelerate regeneration by enhancing cell proliferation and differentiation. Due to this property, chitin is considered an interesting polymer that has a high potential to provide targeted therapy in the regeneration of cartilage. Our paper presents an overview of the method of extraction, structure, properties, and functional role of this versatile biopolymer in tissue engineering, especially cartilage regeneration.
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- Huma Hameed
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Central Punjab, Lahore 54000, Pakistan.
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Central Punjab, Lahore 54000, Pakistan.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy of the University of Coimbra, University of Coimbra, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal; REQUIMTE/LAQV, Group of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy of the University of Coimbra, University of Coimbra, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal.
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Central Punjab, Lahore 54000, Pakistan.
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Central Punjab, Lahore 54000, Pakistan.
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Kabil MF, Azzazy HMES, Nasr M. Recent progress on polySarcosine as an alternative to PEGylation: Synthesis and biomedical applications. Int J Pharm 2024; 653:123871. [PMID: 38301810 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2024.123871] [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: 10/25/2023] [Revised: 01/15/2024] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/03/2024]
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Biotherapeutic PEGylation to prolong action of medications has gained popularity over the last decades. Various hydrophilic natural polymers have been developed to tackle the drawbacks of PEGylation, such as its accelerated blood clearance and non-biodegradability. Polypeptoides, such as polysarcosine (pSar), have been explored as hydrophilic substitutes for PEG. pSar has PEG-like physicochemical characteristics such as water solubility and no reported cytotoxicity and immunogenicity. This review discusses pSar derivatives, synthesis, characterization approaches, biomedical applications, in addition to the challenges and future perspectives of pSar based biomaterials as an alternative to PEG.
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- Mohamed Fawzi Kabil
- Department of Chemistry, School of Sciences and Engineering, The American University in Cairo, AUC Avenue, New Cairo 11835, Egypt
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Sciences and Engineering, The American University in Cairo, AUC Avenue, New Cairo 11835, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt.
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Wu Y, Gu X, Chen X, Cui Y, Jiang W, Liu B. Hydrogel: a new material for intravesical drug delivery after bladder cancer surgery. J Mater Chem B 2024; 12:2938-2949. [PMID: 38426380 DOI: 10.1039/d3tb02837b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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The standard treatment for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) is transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT). However, this procedure may miss small lesions or incompletely remove them, resulting in cancer recurrence or progression. As a result, intravesical instillation of chemotherapy or immunotherapy drugs is often used as an adjunctive treatment after TURBT to prevent cancer recurrence. In the traditional method, drugs are instilled into the patient's bladder through a urinary catheter under sterile conditions. However, this treatment exposes the bladder mucosa to the drug directly, leading to potential side effects like chemical cystitis. Furthermore, this treatment has several limitations, including a short drug retention period, susceptibility to urine dilution, low drug permeability, lack of targeted effect, and limited long-term clinical efficacy. Hydrogel, a polymer material with a high-water content, possesses solid elasticity and liquid fluidity, making it compatible with tissues and environmentally friendly. It exhibits great potential in various applications. One emerging use of hydrogels is in intravesical instillation. By employing hydrogels, drug dilution is minimized, and drug absorption, retention, and persistence in the bladder are enhanced due to the mucus-adhesive and flotation properties of hydrogel materials. Furthermore, hydrogels can improve drug permeability and offer targeting capabilities. This article critically examines the current applications and future prospects of hydrogels in the treatment of bladder cancer.
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- Yalong Wu
- China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, Jilin University, Changchun 130033, China.
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- China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, Jilin University, Changchun 130033, China.
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- Nanozyme Medical Center, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
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- China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, Jilin University, Changchun 130033, China.
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- Nanozyme Medical Center, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
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- China-Japan Union Hospital of Jilin University, Jilin University, Changchun 130033, China.
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Lisiecka MZ. Polyethylene glycol and immunology: aspects of allergic reactions and their mechanisms, as well as ways to prevent them in clinical practice. Immunol Res 2024:10.1007/s12026-024-09473-w. [PMID: 38502278 DOI: 10.1007/s12026-024-09473-w] [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: 11/01/2023] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 03/21/2024]
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In modern medical practice, where polyethylene glycol is widely used as a component of various drugs, such as vaccines, chemotherapy drugs, and antibiotics, including vaccines, the issue of allergic reactions to this substance is becoming increasingly important. The purpose of this study is to review and systematise data on various aspects of allergic reactions to polyethylene glycol with the aim of better understanding their pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnostic methods, and possible treatment approaches. The study analysed literature data in modern databases, such as MEDLINE, PubMed, and Scopus, on allergic reactions to polyethylene glycol, using the keywords: "PEG", "polyethylene glycol", "allergy", "side effect". The main aspects of allergy to this substance were highlighted, including mechanisms of development, diagnostic methods, and possible treatment strategies. The analysis found that allergic reactions to polyethylene glycol can manifest in a variety of ways, including anaphylaxis and systemic reactions. A possible role for the immune response has been identified, including the production of IgE and IgM antibodies, complement activation, and accelerated clearance in response to polyethylene glycol, in blood plasma. Data are also provided on how to diagnose an increased risk of an allergic reaction in patients who have previously received drugs with this type of drug transporter and in patients receiving high molecular weight types of polyethylene glycol. The results of this review contribute to a better understanding of allergic reactions to polyethylene glycol and provide information for the development of more effective diagnostic and treatment methods.
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- Maria Zofia Lisiecka
- Department of Allergology, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of the Interior and Administration, 137 Woloska Str, 02-507, Warsaw, Poland.
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Say S, Suzuki M, Hashimoto Y, Kimura T, Kishida A. Investigation of anti-adhesion ability of 8-arm PEGNHS-modified porcine pericardium. Biomed Mater 2024; 19:035012. [PMID: 38422523 DOI: 10.1088/1748-605x/ad2ed3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2024] [Accepted: 02/29/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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In post-adhesion surgery, there is a clinical need for anti-adhesion membranes specifically designed for the liver, given the limited efficacy of current commercial products. To address this demand, we present a membrane suitable for liver surgery applications, fabricated through the modification of decellularized porcine pericardium with 20 KDa hexaglycerol octa (succinimidyloxyglutaryl) polyoxyethylene (8-arm PEGNHS). We also developed an optimized modification procedure to produce a high-performance anti-adhesion barrier. The modified membrane significantly inhibited fibroblast cell adherence while maintaining minimal levels of inflammation. By optimizing the modification ratio, we successfully controlled post-adhesion formation. Notably, the 8-arm PEG-modified pericardium with a molar ratio of 5 exhibited the ability to effectively prevent post-adhesion formation on the liver compared to both the control and Seprafilm®, with a low adhesion score of 0.5 out of 3.0. Histological analysis further confirmed its potential for easy separation. Furthermore, the membrane demonstrated regenerative capabilities, as evidenced by the proliferation of mesothelial cells on its surface, endowing anti-adhesion properties between the abdominal wall and liver. These findings highlight the membrane's potential as a reliable barrier for repeated liver resection procedures that require the removal of the membrane multiple times.
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- Sreypich Say
- Institute of Biomaterials and Bioengineering, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, 2-3-10 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 101-0062, Japan
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Bioengineering, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, 2-3-10 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 101-0062, Japan
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Bioengineering, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, 2-3-10 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 101-0062, Japan
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Bioengineering, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, 2-3-10 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 101-0062, Japan
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- Institute of Biomaterials and Bioengineering, Tokyo Medical and Dental University, 2-3-10 Kanda-Surugadai, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 101-0062, Japan
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Liu B, Li C, Chen Z, Ou X, Li S, Li A, Chen P, Lu M. Molecular insights into the formation of drug-polymer inclusion complex. Int J Pharm 2024; 652:123761. [PMID: 38184024 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2023.123761] [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: 11/17/2023] [Revised: 12/19/2023] [Accepted: 12/30/2023] [Indexed: 01/08/2024]
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Drug-polymer inclusion complex (IC) has been viewed as a novel solid form of drugs for property modification. Nonetheless, our understanding of the formation mechanism remains limited. This work aims to provide insight into the molecular processes governing the structural construction of carbamazepine (CBZ) and griseofulvin (GSF) channel-type ICs in the presence of guest polymers. Leveraging microdroplet melt crystallization, we successfully unveiled the single-crystal structures of these ICs, enabling structural analysis, density functional theory calculations, and molecular dynamics simulations. The results collectively elucidate the disparity between CBZ and GSF channels in terms of their autonomy in the absence of guest polymers. CBZ molecules can spontaneously assemble into stable channel structures independently, capitalizing on their unique mortise-tenon architecture and robust π…π interactions. Conversely, GSF channels lack sufficient support from weak Cl…O and C-H…π intermolecular interactions and necessitate the insertion of guest molecules to stabilize their structures. We further calculated the eleven structurally determined drug-polymer ICs and found that their channel sizes consistently fall within a narrow range of 3.81-5.18 Å although they adopt diverse approaches to construct channel structures. We anticipate that these findings will inspire continued exploration of this novel solid form, facilitating theoretical predictions and practical applications in pharmaceutical development.
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- Binbin Liu
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- Guangzhou Zhixin High School, 152 Zhixin South Road, Guangzhou 510080, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China
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- National Supercomputer Center in Guangzhou, School of Computer Science and Engineering, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China.
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou 510006, China.
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Berger M, Toussaint F, Ben Djemaa S, Maquoi E, Pendeville H, Evrard B, Jerôme C, Leblond Chain J, Lechanteur A, Mottet D, Debuigne A, Piel G. Poly(N-methyl-N-vinylacetamide): A Strong Alternative to PEG for Lipid-Based Nanocarriers Delivering siRNA. Adv Healthc Mater 2024; 13:e2302712. [PMID: 37994483 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202302712] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2023] [Revised: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 11/24/2023]
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Lipid-based nanocarriers have demonstrated high interest in delivering genetic material, exemplified by the success of Onpattro and COVID-19 vaccines. While PEGylation imparts stealth properties, it hampers cellular uptake and endosomal escape, and may trigger adverse reactions like accelerated blood clearance (ABC) and hypersensitivity reactions (HSR). This work highlights the great potential of amphiphilic poly(N-methyl-N-vinylacetamide) (PNMVA) derivatives as alternatives to lipid-PEG for siRNA delivery. PNMVA compounds with different degrees of polymerization and hydrophobic segments, are synthesized. Among them, DSPE (1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanolamine)-PNMVA efficiently integrates into lipoplexes and LNP membranes and prevents protein corona formation around these lipid carriers, exhibiting stealth properties comparable to DSPE-PEG. However, unlike DSPE-PEG, DSPE-PNMVA24 shows no adverse impact on lipoplexes cell uptake and endosomal escape. In in vivo study with mice, DSPE-PNMVA24 lipoplexes demonstrate no liver accumulation, indicating good stealth properties, extended circulation time after a second dose, reduced immunological reaction, and no systemic pro-inflammatory response. Safety of DSPE-PNMVA24 is confirmed at the cellular level and in animal models of zebrafish and mice. Overall, DSPE-PNMVA is an advantageous substitute to DSPE-PEG for siRNA delivery, offering comparable stealth and toxicity properties while improving efficacy of the lipid-based carriers by minimizing the dilemma effect and reducing immunological reactions, meaning no ABC or HSR effects.
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- Manon Berger
- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmacy, CIRM, University of Liège, Avenue Hippocrate 15, Liège, 4000, Belgium
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- Center for Education and Research on Macromolecules CERM, CESAM Research Unit, University of Liège, Allée du Six Août, 13, Liège, 4000, Belgium
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- Gene Expression and Cancer Laboratory GEC, GIGA-Molecular Biology of Diseases, University of Liège, Avenue de l'Hôpital 11, Liège, 4000, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Tumor and Development Biology, GIGA-Cancer, University of Liège, Avenue Hippocrate, 13, Liège, 4000, Belgium
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- Platform Zebrafish Facility and Transgenics, GIGA, University of Liège, Avenue de l'Hôpital 11, Liège, 4000, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmacy, CIRM, University of Liège, Avenue Hippocrate 15, Liège, 4000, Belgium
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- Center for Education and Research on Macromolecules CERM, CESAM Research Unit, University of Liège, Allée du Six Août, 13, Liège, 4000, Belgium
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- University of Bordeaux, CNRS, INSERM, ARNA, UMR 5320, U1212, 146 rue Léo Saignat, Bordeaux, F-33000, France
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmacy, CIRM, University of Liège, Avenue Hippocrate 15, Liège, 4000, Belgium
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- Gene Expression and Cancer Laboratory GEC, GIGA-Molecular Biology of Diseases, University of Liège, Avenue de l'Hôpital 11, Liège, 4000, Belgium
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- Center for Education and Research on Macromolecules CERM, CESAM Research Unit, University of Liège, Allée du Six Août, 13, Liège, 4000, Belgium
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- Laboratory of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmacy, CIRM, University of Liège, Avenue Hippocrate 15, Liège, 4000, Belgium
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Gaballa SA, Shimizu T, Ando H, Takata H, Emam SE, Ramadan E, Naguib YW, Mady FM, Khaled KA, Ishida T. Treatment-induced and Pre-existing Anti-peg Antibodies: Prevalence, Clinical Implications, and Future Perspectives. J Pharm Sci 2024; 113:555-578. [PMID: 37931786 DOI: 10.1016/j.xphs.2023.11.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Revised: 10/31/2023] [Accepted: 11/01/2023] [Indexed: 11/08/2023]
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Polyethylene glycol (PEG) is a versatile polymer that is used in numerous pharmaceutical applications like the food industry, a wide range of disinfectants, cosmetics, and many commonly used household products. PEGylation is the term used to describe the covalent attachment of PEG molecules to nanocarriers, proteins and peptides, and it is used to prolong the circulation half-life of the PEGylated products. Consequently, PEGylation improves the efficacy of PEGylated therapeutics. However, after four decades of research and more than two decades of clinical applications, an unappealing side of PEGylation has emerged. PEG immunogenicity and antigenicity are remarkable challenges that confound the widespread clinical application of PEGylated therapeutics - even those under clinical trials - as anti-PEG antibodies (Abs) are commonly reported following the systemic administration of PEGylated therapeutics. Furthermore, pre-existing anti-PEG Abs have also been reported in healthy individuals who have never been treated with PEGylated therapeutics. The circulating anti-PEG Abs, both treatment-induced and pre-existing, selectively bind to PEG molecules of the administered PEGylated therapeutics inducing activation of the complement system, which results in remarkable clinical implications with varying severity. These include increased blood clearance of the administered PEGylated therapeutics through what is known as the accelerated blood clearance (ABC) phenomenon and initiation of serious adverse effects through complement activation-related pseudoallergic reactions (CARPA). Therefore, the US FDA industry guidelines have recommended the screening of anti-PEG Abs, in addition to Abs against PEGylated proteins, in the clinical trials of PEGylated protein therapeutics. In addition, strategies revoking the immunogenic response against PEGylated therapeutics without compromising their therapeutic efficacy are important for the further development of advanced PEGylated therapeutics and drug-delivery systems.
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- Sherif A Gaballa
- Department of Pharmacokinetics and Biopharmaceutics, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Tokushima University; 1-78-1 Sho-machi, Tokushima 770-8505, Japan; Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, 61519 Minia, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacokinetics and Biopharmaceutics, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Tokushima University; 1-78-1 Sho-machi, Tokushima 770-8505, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacokinetics and Biopharmaceutics, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Tokushima University; 1-78-1 Sho-machi, Tokushima 770-8505, Japan; Research Center for Drug Delivery System, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Tokushima University; 1-78-1 Sho-machi, Tokushima 770-8505, Japan
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- Department of Pharmacokinetics and Biopharmaceutics, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Tokushima University; 1-78-1 Sho-machi, Tokushima 770-8505, Japan; Research Center for Drug Delivery System, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Tokushima University; 1-78-1 Sho-machi, Tokushima 770-8505, Japan
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Zagazig University, Zagazig, 44519 Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacokinetics and Biopharmaceutics, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Tokushima University; 1-78-1 Sho-machi, Tokushima 770-8505, Japan; Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, 61519 Minia, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, 61519 Minia, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, 61519 Minia, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, 61519 Minia, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacokinetics and Biopharmaceutics, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Tokushima University; 1-78-1 Sho-machi, Tokushima 770-8505, Japan; Research Center for Drug Delivery System, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Tokushima University; 1-78-1 Sho-machi, Tokushima 770-8505, Japan.
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Just PN, Slater MJ. Potential of alginate, chitosan and polyethylene glycol as substances for colloidal drug delivery as determined by protein release and digestion. Vet Anim Sci 2024; 23:100335. [PMID: 38283333 PMCID: PMC10810738 DOI: 10.1016/j.vas.2024.100335] [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] [Indexed: 01/30/2024] Open
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Colloidal encapsulations can be applied as protective matrices in aquaculture feeds. They promise an ideal approach to protect bioactive substances such as oral vaccines, pre- or probiotics against degradation due to acidic environments or untimely lixiviation. Alginate, chitosan and polyethylene glycol (PEG) are substances frequently applied in encapsulations as protective matrices. However, essential information on their direct and comparable characteristics and their effects on digestion speeds after oral application in aquaculture are lacking. The current study evaluated in vitro release and retention profiles of a model protein bovine serum albumin (BSA) after encapsulation with four experimental formulations of protective matrices: ALG - alginate; AC -alginate and chitosan, AP - alginate and PEG and APC - alginate, PEG and chitosan. The iron marked treatment diets were fed to juvenile rainbow trout and digestion speed was investigated using radiographic imaging. Digestion speeds did not differ significantly between treatments, with all test diets reaching the anterior fish intestine 10 h after feeding. The BSA retention under low pH was highest for the alginate-chitosan PM (84.7 ± 5.8 %). The inclusion of PEG reduced the retention rate in low pH but significantly increased the absolute BSA release. An oil coating significantly reduced the BSA release during the initial burst for the alginate, alginate-PEG and alginate-chitosan-PEG treatments and significantly reduced retention potential under neutral pH conditions. The feeding simulation trial showed that an oil-coated diet containing alginate-chitosan as a protective matrix can be used to protect the model protein during feeding (release to the water) and against the harmful milieu of the fish stomach. Different combinations of the investigated encapsulation substances can be used to achieve optimal encapsulation and protective characteristics depending on the application objective.
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- Philip N. Just
- Sustainable Bioeconomy, Alfred-Wegener-Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research, 27570, Bremerhaven, Germany
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- Sustainable Bioeconomy, Alfred-Wegener-Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research, 27570, Bremerhaven, Germany
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Chen J, Zhou J, Peng Y, Dai X, Tan Y, Zhong Y, Li T, Zou Y, Hu R, Cui X, Ho HP, Gao BZ, Zhang H, Chen Y, Wang M, Zhang X, Qu J, Shao Y. Highly-Adaptable Optothermal Nanotweezers for Trapping, Sorting, and Assembling across Diverse Nanoparticles. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2024; 36:e2309143. [PMID: 37944998 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202309143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Revised: 10/28/2023] [Indexed: 11/12/2023]
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Optical manipulation of various kinds of nanoparticles is vital in biomedical engineering. However, classical optical approaches demand higher laser power and are constrained by diffraction limits, necessitating tailored trapping schemes for specific nanoparticles. They lack a universal and biocompatible tool to manipulate nanoparticles of diverse sizes, charges, and materials. Through precise modulation of diffusiophoresis and thermo-osmotic flows in the boundary layer of an optothermal-responsive gold film, highly adaptable optothermal nanotweezers (HAONTs) capable of manipulating a single nanoparticle as small as sub-10 nm are designed. Additionally, a novel optothermal doughnut-shaped vortex (DSV) trapping strategy is introduced, enabling a new mode of physical interaction between cells and nanoparticles. Furthermore, this versatile approach allows for the manipulation of nanoparticles in organic, inorganic, and biological forms. It also offers versatile function modes such as trapping, sorting, and assembling of nanoparticles. It is believed that this approach holds the potential to be a valuable tool in fields such as synthetic biology, optofluidics, nanophotonics, and colloidal science.
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- Jiajie Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, College of Electronics and Information Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, 999077, Hong Kong
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- Department of Bioengineering and COMSET, Clemson University, Clemson, SC, 29634, USA
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- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Radio Frequency Heterogeneous Integration, Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Devices and Systems of Ministry of Education and Guangdong Province, College of Physics and Optoelectronics Engineering, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, China
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Li S, Ma Y, Cui J, Caruso F, Ju Y. Engineering poly(ethylene glycol) particles for targeted drug delivery. Chem Commun (Camb) 2024; 60:2591-2604. [PMID: 38285062 DOI: 10.1039/d3cc06098e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/30/2024]
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Poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) is considered to be the "gold standard" among the stealth polymers employed for drug delivery. Using PEG to modify or engineer particles has thus gained increasing interest because of the ability to prolong blood circulation time and reduce nonspecific biodistribution of particles in vivo, owing to the low fouling and stealth properties of PEG. In addition, endowing PEG-based particles with targeting and drug-loading properties is essential to achieve enhanced drug accumulation at target sites in vivo. In this feature article, we focus on recent work on the synthesis of PEG particles, in which PEG is the main component in the particles. We highlight different synthesis methods used to generate PEG particles, the influence of the physiochemical properties of PEG particles on their stealth and targeting properties, and the application of PEG particles in targeted drug delivery.
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- Shiyao Li
- School of Science, RMIT University, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia.
- Department of Chemical Engineering, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria 3010, Australia
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- Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA
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- Key Laboratory of Colloid and Interface Chemistry of the Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Shandong University, Jinan, Shandong 250100, China
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria 3010, Australia
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- School of Science, RMIT University, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia.
- Department of Chemical Engineering, The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria 3010, Australia
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Zhang P, Wang Y, Liu X, Yuan L, Liu J, Guo R, Tian Y. Carboxyl-Modified Quantum Dots for NIR-IIb Bone Marrow Imaging. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2024; 16:8509-8517. [PMID: 38331726 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c18282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/10/2024]
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Real-time, noninvasive, and nonradiative bone imaging can directly visualize bone health but requires bone-targeted probes with high specificity. Herein, we propose that carboxyl-rich fluorescent nanoprobes are easily absorbed by macrophages in bone marrow during circulation, enabling optical bone marrow imaging in vivo. We used PbS/CdS core-shell quantum dots with NIR-IIb (1500-1700 nm) emission as substrates to prepare the carboxyl-rich nanoprobe. In vivo NIR-IIb fluorescence imaging with the nanoprobes showed high resolution and penetration depth in bone tissues and allowed for imaging-guided fracture diagnosis. Bone tissue slices showed substantial accumulation of carboxyl nanoprobes in the bone marrow and strong colocalization with macrophages. Similar results with CdSe quantum dots and an organic nanofluorophore suggest that carboxyl surface modification is effective to achieve bone marrow targeting, providing a novel strategy for developing bone/bone marrow imaging probes.
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- Peng Zhang
- Biomaterials Research Center, School of Biomedical Engineering, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Construction and Detection in Tissue Engineering, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China
- Department of Orthopedics, Third Affiliated Hospital of Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou 121002, China
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- Biomaterials Research Center, School of Biomedical Engineering, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Construction and Detection in Tissue Engineering, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China
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- Biomaterials Research Center, School of Biomedical Engineering, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Construction and Detection in Tissue Engineering, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China
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- Biomaterials Research Center, School of Biomedical Engineering, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Construction and Detection in Tissue Engineering, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China
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- Biomaterials Research Center, School of Biomedical Engineering, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Construction and Detection in Tissue Engineering, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou 510182, China
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- Biomaterials Research Center, School of Biomedical Engineering, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Construction and Detection in Tissue Engineering, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China
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Teng C, Lv W, Chen Y, Liu L, Yin J, Li S, Min Z, Zhang Q, He W, Ma K, Li X, Cao X, Xin H. Enhanced the treatment of ischemic stroke through intranasal temperature-sensitive hydrogels of edaravone and borneol inclusion complex. Int J Pharm 2024; 651:123748. [PMID: 38154533 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2023.123748] [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: 10/24/2023] [Revised: 11/29/2023] [Accepted: 12/24/2023] [Indexed: 12/30/2023]
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Since ischemic stroke occurs by a combination of multiple mechanisms, therapies that modulate multiple mechanisms are required for its treatment. The combination of edaravone (EDA) and borneol can significantly ameliorate the symptoms of neurological deficits in cerebral ischemia-reperfusion model in rats. In this study, the solubility of borneol and edaravone was improved by hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin and PEG400. Furthermore, a nasal temperature-sensitive hydrogel containing both edaravone and borneol inclusion complex (EDA-BP TSGS) was developed to overcome the obstacles of ischemic stroke treatment including the obstruction of the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and the unavailability and untimely of intravenous injection. The effectiveness of the thermosensitive hydrogel was investigated in transient middle cerebral artery occlusion/reperfusion model rats (MCAO/R). The results showed that EDA-BP TSGS could significantly alleviate the symptoms of neurological deficits and decrease the cerebral infarct area and the degree of brain damage. In summary, nasal EDA-BP TSGS is a secure and effective brain-targeting formulation that may provide a viable option for the clinical prophylaxis and treatment of ischemic stroke.
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- Chuanhui Teng
- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Affiliated Jiangyin Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Wuxi 214400, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Sir Run Run Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China.
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- Department of Pharmacy, Kangda College of Nanjing Medical University, Lianyungang 222000, China.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China.
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Moon JD, Webber TR, Brown DR, Richardson PM, Casey TM, Segalman RA, Shell MS, Han S. Nanoscale water-polymer interactions tune macroscopic diffusivity of water in aqueous poly(ethylene oxide) solutions. Chem Sci 2024; 15:2495-2508. [PMID: 38362435 PMCID: PMC10866362 DOI: 10.1039/d3sc05377f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2024] Open
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The separation and anti-fouling performance of water purification membranes is governed by both macroscopic and molecular-scale water properties near polymer surfaces. However, even for poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO) - ubiquitously used in membrane materials - there is little understanding of whether or how the molecular structure of water near PEO surfaces affects macroscopic water diffusion. Here, we probe both time-averaged bulk and local water dynamics in dilute and concentrated PEO solutions using a unique combination of experimental and simulation tools. Pulsed-Field Gradient NMR and Overhauser Dynamic Nuclear Polarization (ODNP) capture water dynamics across micrometer length scales in sub-seconds to sub-nanometers in tens of picoseconds, respectively. We find that classical models, such as the Stokes-Einstein and Mackie-Meares relations, cannot capture water diffusion across a wide range of PEO concentrations, but that free volume theory can. Our study shows that PEO concentration affects macroscopic water diffusion by enhancing the water structure and altering free volume. ODNP experiments reveal that water diffusivity near PEO is slower than in the bulk in dilute solutions, previously not recognized by macroscopic transport measurements, but the two populations converge above the polymer overlap concentration. Molecular dynamics simulations reveal that the reduction in water diffusivity occurs with enhanced tetrahedral structuring near PEO. Broadly, we find that PEO does not simply behave like a physical obstruction but directly modifies water's structural and dynamic properties. Thus, even in simple PEO solutions, molecular scale structuring and the impact of polymer interfaces is essential to capturing water diffusion, an observation with important implications for water transport through structurally complex membrane materials.
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- Joshua D Moon
- Materials Department, University of California Santa Barbara California 93106 USA
- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of California Santa Barbara California 93106 USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of California Santa Barbara California 93106 USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of California Santa Barbara California 93106 USA
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- Materials Department, University of California Santa Barbara California 93106 USA
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- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of California Santa Barbara California 93106 USA
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- Materials Department, University of California Santa Barbara California 93106 USA
- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of California Santa Barbara California 93106 USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of California Santa Barbara California 93106 USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, University of California Santa Barbara California 93106 USA
- Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of California Santa Barbara California 93106 USA
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Hyldbakk A, Hansen T, Hak S, Borgos SEF. Polyethylene glycol (PEG) as a broad applicability marker for LC-MS/MS-based biodistribution analysis of nanomedicines. J Control Release 2024; 366:611-620. [PMID: 38215988 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2024.01.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Revised: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 01/09/2024] [Indexed: 01/14/2024]
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Polyethylene glycol (PEG) conjugation (PEGylation) is a well-established strategy to improve the pharmacokinetic and biocompatibility properties of a wide variety of nanomedicines and therapeutic peptides and proteins. This broad use makes PEG an attractive 'allround' candidate marker for the biodistribution of such PEGylated compounds. This paper presents the development of a novel strategy for PEG quantification in biological matrices. The methodology is based on sample hydrolysis which both decomposes the sample matrix and degrades PEGylated analytes to specific molecular fragments more suitable for detection by LC-MS/MS. Method versatility was demonstrated by applying it to a wide variety of PEGylated compounds, including polymeric poly(ethylbutyl cyanoacrylate) (PEBCA) nanoparticles, lipidic nanoparticles (Doxil®, LipImage 815™ and lipid nanoparticles for nucleic acid delivery) and the antibody Cimzia®. Method applicability was assessed by analyzing plasma and tissue samples from a comprehensive drug biodistribution study in rats, of both PEBCA and LipImage 815™ nanoparticles. The results demonstrated the method's utility for biodistribution studies on PEG. Importantly, by using the method described herein in tandem with quantification of nanoparticle payloads, we showed that this approach can provide detailed understanding of various critical aspects of the in vivo behavior of PEGylated nanomedicines, such as drug release and particle stability. Together, the presented results demonstrate the novel method as a robust, versatile and generic approach for biodistribution analysis of PEGylated therapeutics.
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- Astrid Hyldbakk
- Department of Biotechnology and Nanomedicine, SINTEF Industry, Trondheim, Norway; Department of Physics, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Biotechnology and Nanomedicine, SINTEF Industry, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Biotechnology and Nanomedicine, SINTEF Industry, Trondheim, Norway; Department of Circulation and Medical Imaging, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Biotechnology and Nanomedicine, SINTEF Industry, Trondheim, Norway.
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Lysenkov E, Klepko V, Bulavin L, Lebovka N. Physico-Chemical Properties of Laponite®/Polyethylene-oxide Based Composites. CHEM REC 2024; 24:e202300166. [PMID: 37387571 DOI: 10.1002/tcr.202300166] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2023] [Revised: 06/05/2023] [Indexed: 07/01/2023]
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This review aims to provide a literature overview as well as the authors' personal account to the studies of Laponite® (Lap)/Polyethylene-oxide (PEO) based composite materials and their applications. These composites can be prepared over a wide range of their mutual concentrations, they are highly water soluble, and have many useful physico-chemical properties. To the readers' convenience, the contents are subdivided into different sections, related with consideration of PEO properties and its solubility in water, behavior of Lap systems(structure of Lap-platelets, properties of aqueous dispersions of Lap and aging effects in them), analyzing ofproperties LAP/PEO systems, Lap platelets-PEO interactions, adsorption mechanisms, aging effects, aggregation and electrokinetic properties. The different applications of Lap/PEO composites are reviewed. These applications include Lap/PEO based electrolytes for lithium polymer batteries, electrospun nanofibers, environmental, biomedical and biotechnology engineering. Both Lap and PEO are highly biocompatible with living systems and they are non-toxic, non-yellowing, and non-inflammable. Medical applications of Lap/PEO composites in bio-sensing, tissue engineering, drug delivery, cell proliferation, and wound dressings are also discussed.
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- Eduard Lysenkov
- Petro Mohyla Black Sea National University, Mykolaiv, Ukraine
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- Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Kyiv, Ukraine
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- Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
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- Institute of Biocolloidal Chemistry named after F. D. Ovcharenko, Kyiv, Ukraine
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Liu T, Chai S, Li M, Chen X, Xie Y, Zhao Z, Xie J, Yu Y, Gao F, Zhu F, Yang L. A nanoparticle-based sonodynamic therapy reduces Helicobacter pylori infection in mouse without disrupting gut microbiota. Nat Commun 2024; 15:844. [PMID: 38286999 PMCID: PMC10825188 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-45156-8] [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: 03/29/2023] [Accepted: 01/15/2024] [Indexed: 01/31/2024] Open
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Infection by Helicobacter pylori, a prevalent global pathogen, currently requires antibiotic-based treatments, which often lead to antimicrobial resistance and gut microbiota dysbiosis. Here, we develop a non-antibiotic approach using sonodynamic therapy mediated by a lecithin bilayer-coated poly(lactic-co-glycolic) nanoparticle preloaded with verteporfin, Ver-PLGA@Lecithin, in conjunction with localized ultrasound exposure of a dosage permissible for ultrasound medical devices. This study reveals dual functionality of Ver-PLGA@Lecithin. It effectively neutralizes vacuolating cytotoxin A, a key virulence factor secreted by H. pylori, even in the absence of ultrasound. When coupled with ultrasound exposure, it inactivates H. pylori by generating reactive oxygen species, offering a potential solution to overcome antimicrobial resistance. In female mouse models bearing H. pylori infection, this sonodynamic therapy performs comparably to the standard triple therapy in reducing gastric infection. Significantly, unlike the antibiotic treatments, the sonodynamic therapy does not negatively disrupt gut microbiota, with the only major impact being upregulation of Lactobacillus, which is a bacterium widely used in yogurt products and probiotics. This study presents a promising alternative to the current antibiotic-based therapies for H. pylori infection, offering a reduced risk of antimicrobial resistance and minimal disturbance to the gut microbiota.
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- Tao Liu
- Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- CAS Key Laboratory of Soft Matter Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
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- Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- CAS Key Laboratory of Soft Matter Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
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- Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- CAS Key Laboratory of Soft Matter Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
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- Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- CAS Key Laboratory of Soft Matter Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
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- Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- CAS Key Laboratory of Soft Matter Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
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- Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- CAS Key Laboratory of Soft Matter Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
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- Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- CAS Key Laboratory of Soft Matter Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
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- Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- CAS Key Laboratory of Soft Matter Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
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- Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
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- Division of Life Science and Medicine, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China
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- Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China.
- CAS Key Laboratory of Soft Matter Chemistry, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China.
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026, China.
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Fang Z, Lin P, Gao R, Yang W, Zhou A, Yu W. Preparation, Characterization, and Anti-Lung Cancer Activity of Tetrandrine-Loaded Stealth Liposomes. Int J Nanomedicine 2024; 19:787-803. [PMID: 38293606 PMCID: PMC10825470 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s431599] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Accepted: 01/11/2024] [Indexed: 02/01/2024] Open
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Background Tetrandrine (Tet), a bisbenzylisoquinoline alkaloid, is a potential candidate for cancer chemotherapy. However, Tet has poor aqueous solubility and a short half-life, which limits its bioavailability and efficacy. Liposomes have been widely utilized to enhance the bioavailability and efficacy of drugs. Methods In this study, Tet-loaded stealth liposomes (S-LPs@Tet) were prepared by ethanol injection method. Furthermore, physicochemical characterisation, biopharmaceutical behaviour, therapeutic efficacy, and biocompatibility of S-LPs@Tet were assessed. Results The prepared S-LPs@Tet had an average particle size of 65.57 ± 1.60 nm, a surface charge of -0.61 ± 0.10 mV, and an encapsulation efficiency of 87.20% ± 1.30%. The S-LPs@Tet released Tet in a sustained manner, and the results demonstrated that the formulation remained stable for one month. More importantly, S-LPs significantly enhanced the inhibitory ability of Tet on the proliferation and migration of lung cancer cells, and enabled Tet to escape phagocytosis by immune cells. Furthermore, in vivo studies confirmed the potential for long-circulation and potent tumor-suppressive effects of S-LPs@Tet. Moreover, ex vivo and in vivo safety experiments demonstrated that the carrier material S-LPs exhibited superior biocompatibility. Conclusion Our research suggested that S-LPs@Tet has potential applications in lung cancer treatment.
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- Zhengyu Fang
- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, 310013, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, 310013, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, 310013, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, 310013, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Zhejiang Pharmaceutical University, Ningbo, 315500, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Pharmacy, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, 310013, People’s Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Neuropsychiatric Drug Research of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, 310013, People’s Republic of China
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Zhang Z, Gong Y, Xue X, Hu M, Zhou M, Zhao Y, Hu Z. One-Step Green Synthesis of Isoeugenol Methyl Ether from Eugenol by Dimethyl Carbonate and Phase-Transfer Catalysts. Molecules 2024; 29:551. [PMID: 38276627 PMCID: PMC10820531 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29020551] [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: 12/04/2023] [Revised: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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In this paper, the green synthesis of isoeugenol methyl ether (IEME) from eugenol by O-methylation and isomerization is completed using a one-step green process. In the methylation reaction, dimethyl carbonate (DMC) was used as a green chemistry reagent instead of the traditional harmful methylation reagents, in accordance with the current concept of green chemistry. The phase transfer catalyst (PTC) polyethylene glycol 800 (PEG-800) was introduced into the isomerization reaction to break the barrier of difficult contact between solid and liquid phases and drastically reduce the reaction conditions by shortening the reaction time and reducing the alkalinity of the reaction system. The catalytic systems for the one-step green synthesis of IEME were screened, and it was shown that the catalytic system "K2CO3 + PEG-800" was the most effective. The effects of reaction temperature, n(DMC):n(eugenol) ratio, n(PEG-800):n(eugenol) ratio, and n(K2CO3):n(eugenol) ratio on eugenol conversion, IEME yield, and IEME selectivity were investigated. The results showed that the best reaction was achieved at a reaction temperature of 140 °C, a reaction time of 3 h, a DMC drip rate of 0.09 mL/min, and n(eugenol):n(DMC):n(K2CO3):n(PEG-800) = 1:3:0.09:0.08. As a result of the conversion of 93.1% of eugenol to IEME, a yield of 86.1% IEME as well as 91.6% IEME selectivity were obtained.
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- College of Pharmacy and Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Taizhou University, 93 Ji Chuan Road, Taizhou 225300, China; (Z.Z.); (X.X.); (M.Z.)
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Shi M, Zheng X, Ge Y, Zhang N, Yu L, Duan X, Liu Y, Xue H, You J, Yin L. Unraveling the cytotoxicity and cellular uptake of low, medium and high molecular weight polyethylene glycol polymers in MCF-7 cells by green UPLC-MS/MS methods. J Pharm Biomed Anal 2024; 238:115868. [PMID: 38000190 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpba.2023.115868] [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: 09/01/2023] [Revised: 11/16/2023] [Accepted: 11/17/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023]
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Unraveling the cytotoxicity and cellular uptake of low, medium and high molecular weight polyethylene glycol (PEG) in cells is important for evaluation of therapeutic efficacy and toxicity of PEGylated drug delivery systems. In this study, cellular uptake of PEG600, PEG2K, PEG4K and PEG10K in MCF-7 cells was first studied by an UPLC-MS/MS assay coupled with collision induced dissociation (CID) in source technique. The CID of PEG in source with high values of declustering potentials generates numerous PEG-related product ions. These PEG-related fragment ions can be further broken into specific product ions in the collision cell as alternative ions for detection of PEG. The quantification of PEG was finally performed with the MRM transition (m/z 221.0 → 89.0). The experimental results indicated that the toxicity of PEG600, PEG2K, PEG4K and PEG10K was not significant at concentrations of 5-1200 μg/mL and the amounts of PEG polymers entry into MCF-7 cells at was small. The greenness of the developed analytical methods was also assessed by Analytical Eco-Scale, Analytical Greenness calculator (AGREE) and Green Analytical Procedure Index (GAPI) in this study.
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- Meiyun Shi
- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Panjin, China; Aim Honesty Biopharmaceutical Co. LTD, Dalian, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Panjin, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Panjin, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Panjin, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Panjin, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Panjin, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Panjin, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Panjin, China
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- Aim Honesty Biopharmaceutical Co. LTD, Dalian, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Panjin, China.
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Jain P, Jangid AK, Pooja D, Kulhari H. Design of manganese-based nanomaterials for pharmaceutical and biomedical applications. J Mater Chem B 2024; 12:577-608. [PMID: 38116805 DOI: 10.1039/d3tb00779k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2023]
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In the past few years, manganese-based nanostructures have been extensively investigated in the biomedical field particularly to design highly biocompatible theranostics, which can not only act as efficient diagnostic imaging contrast agents but also deliver the drugs to the target sites. The nanoscale size, large surface area-to-volume ratio, availability of cheap precursors, flexibility to synthesize nanostructures with reproducible properties and high yield, and easy scale up are the major reasons for the attraction towards manganese nanostructures. Along with these properties, the nontoxic nature, pH-sensitive degradation, and easy surface functionalization are additional benefits for the use of manganese nanostructures in biomedical and pharmaceutical sciences. Therefore, in this review, we discuss the recent progress made in the synthesis of manganese nanostructures, describe the attempts made to modify their surfaces to impart biocompatibility and stability in biological fluids, and critically discuss their use in magnetic resonance imaging, drug and gene delivery, hyperthermia, photothermal/photodynamic, immunotherapy, biosensing and tumor diagnosis.
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- Poonam Jain
- School of Nano Sciences, Central University of Gujarat, Gandhinagar, 382030, India.
- Department of Life Sciences, Parul Institute of Applied Sciences, Parul University, Limda Road, Vadodara, Gujarat, 391760, India
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- School of Nano Sciences, Central University of Gujarat, Gandhinagar, 382030, India.
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- School of Pharmacy, National Forensic Sciences University, Sector 9, Gandhinagar, 382007, Gujarat, India.
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- School of Nano Sciences, Central University of Gujarat, Gandhinagar, 382030, India.
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Park D, Lee SJ, Park JW. Aptamer-Based Smart Targeting and Spatial Trigger-Response Drug-Delivery Systems for Anticancer Therapy. Biomedicines 2024; 12:187. [PMID: 38255292 PMCID: PMC10813750 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines12010187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2023] [Revised: 01/05/2024] [Accepted: 01/11/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
Abstract
In recent years, the field of drug delivery has witnessed remarkable progress, driven by the quest for more effective and precise therapeutic interventions. Among the myriad strategies employed, the integration of aptamers as targeting moieties and stimuli-responsive systems has emerged as a promising avenue, particularly in the context of anticancer therapy. This review explores cutting-edge advancements in targeted drug-delivery systems, focusing on the integration of aptamers and stimuli-responsive platforms for enhanced spatial anticancer therapy. In the aptamer-based drug-delivery systems, we delve into the versatile applications of aptamers, examining their conjugation with gold, silica, and carbon materials. The synergistic interplay between aptamers and these materials is discussed, emphasizing their potential in achieving precise and targeted drug delivery. Additionally, we explore stimuli-responsive drug-delivery systems with an emphasis on spatial anticancer therapy. Tumor microenvironment-responsive nanoparticles are elucidated, and their capacity to exploit the dynamic conditions within cancerous tissues for controlled drug release is detailed. External stimuli-responsive strategies, including ultrasound-mediated, photo-responsive, and magnetic-guided drug-delivery systems, are examined for their role in achieving synergistic anticancer effects. This review integrates diverse approaches in the quest for precision medicine, showcasing the potential of aptamers and stimuli-responsive systems to revolutionize drug-delivery strategies for enhanced anticancer therapy.
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Affiliation(s)
- Dongsik Park
- Drug Manufacturing Center, Daegu-Gyeongbuk Medical Innovation Foundation (K-MEDI Hub), Daegu 41061, Republic of Korea
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- Drug Manufacturing Center, Daegu-Gyeongbuk Medical Innovation Foundation (K-MEDI Hub), Daegu 41061, Republic of Korea
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- Medical Device Development Center, Daegu-Gyeongbuk Medical Innovation Foundation (K-MEDI Hub), Daegu 41061, Republic of Korea
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