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Alshareef SA, Albalawi AE. Unveiling the diverse bioactivity of cobalt oxide nanoparticles produced through carboxymethyl cellulose extraction. Int J Biol Macromol 2024:135028. [PMID: 39182892 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.135028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2024] [Revised: 08/12/2024] [Accepted: 08/22/2024] [Indexed: 08/27/2024]
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This study explores an eco-friendly method for synthesizing Cobalt oxide nanoparticles (Co3O4NPs) using extracted carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) as a reducing and stabilizing agent. The Co3O4NPs, characterized via various analyses, demonstrated a crystalline structure with sizes ranging from 10.9 to 28.2 nm. Microscopic imaging confirmed a uniform spherical morphology with an average diameter of 27.2 nm. The biological activities of Co3O4NPs were investigated extensively, highlighting their superior antibacterial efficacy compared to amoxicillin-clavulanic acid. These nanoparticles exhibited potent antioxidant properties and demonstrated safety for potential applications based on erythrocyte viability results. Additionally, Co3O4NPs displayed significant potency against Michigan Cancer Foundation-7 (MCF-7) breast cancer cells and showed promising α-amylase enzyme inhibitory activity, highlighting their multifunctional therapeutic potential as antioxidant, antibacterial, anticancer, and alpha-amylase inhibition assay.
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- Faculty of Science, Department of Biology, University of Tabuk, Tabuk 47913, Saudi Arabia
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Narayana S, Gowda BHJ, Hani U, Shimu SS, Paul K, Das A, Ashique S, Ahmed MG, Tarighat MA, Abdi G. Inorganic nanoparticle-based treatment approaches for colorectal cancer: recent advancements and challenges. J Nanobiotechnology 2024; 22:427. [PMID: 39030546 PMCID: PMC11264527 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-024-02701-3] [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: 05/02/2024] [Accepted: 07/03/2024] [Indexed: 07/21/2024] Open
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Colorectal cancer, the third most prevalent cancer globally, contributes significantly to mortality rates, with over 1.9 million reported cases and nearly 935,000 fatalities annually. Surgical resection is a primary approach for localized colorectal tumors, with adjunct therapies like chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and targeted/immunotherapy considered depending on the tumor stage. However, despite preferences for targeted and immunotherapy post-surgery, chemotherapy remains commonly chosen due to its lower cost and high cancer-killing efficiency. Yet, chemotherapy faces issues such as tumor resistance and severe side effects. Nanotechnology has emerged in cancer therapy by alleviating the drawbacks of current treatment approaches. In the past few decades, inorganic nanoparticles have shown promise in combating colorectal cancer, offering advantages over conventional chemotherapy. Compared to organic nanoparticles, inorganic nanoparticles exhibit properties like photosensitivity, conductivity, magnetic allure, and thermal proficiency, allowing them to function as both drug carriers and therapeutic agents. Derived primarily from carbon, silica, metals, and metal oxides, they offer superior drug-loading capacity, heightened quantum yield, and participation in advanced photothermal and photodynamic therapies. This review provides a brief overview of the pathophysiology of colorectal cancer and the pivotal role of inorganic nanoparticles in photothermal therapy photodynamic therapy, and drug delivery. Additionally, it discusses numerous inorganic nanoparticles in colorectal cancer therapy based on recent literature.
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- Soumya Narayana
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Yenepoya Pharmacy College & Research Centre, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, 575018, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Yenepoya Pharmacy College & Research Centre, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, 575018, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Khalid University, Abha, 61421, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, 6205, Bangladesh
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research (JSSAHER), Mysuru, 570015, Karnataka, India.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Yenepoya Pharmacy College & Research Centre, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, 575018, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bengal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences & Research, Durgapur, 713212, West Bengal, India
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences , Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, 144411, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Yenepoya Pharmacy College & Research Centre, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangalore, 575018, Karnataka, India
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- Faculty of Nano and Bio Science and Technology, Persian Gulf University, Bushehr, 75169, Iran
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- Department of Biotechnology, Persian Gulf Research Institute, Persian Gulf University, Bushehr, 75169, Iran.
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Patel KD, Keskin-Erdogan Z, Sawadkar P, Nik Sharifulden NSA, Shannon MR, Patel M, Silva LB, Patel R, Chau DYS, Knowles JC, Perriman AW, Kim HW. Oxidative stress modulating nanomaterials and their biochemical roles in nanomedicine. NANOSCALE HORIZONS 2024. [PMID: 39018043 DOI: 10.1039/d4nh00171k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/18/2024]
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Many pathological conditions are predominantly associated with oxidative stress, arising from reactive oxygen species (ROS); therefore, the modulation of redox activities has been a key strategy to restore normal tissue functions. Current approaches involve establishing a favorable cellular redox environment through the administration of therapeutic drugs and redox-active nanomaterials (RANs). In particular, RANs not only provide a stable and reliable means of therapeutic delivery but also possess the capacity to finely tune various interconnected components, including radicals, enzymes, proteins, transcription factors, and metabolites. Here, we discuss the roles that engineered RANs play in a spectrum of pathological conditions, such as cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, infections, and inflammation. We visualize the dual functions of RANs as both generator and scavenger of ROS, emphasizing their profound impact on diverse cellular functions. The focus of this review is solely on inorganic redox-active nanomaterials (inorganic RANs). Additionally, we deliberate on the challenges associated with current RANs-based approaches and propose potential research directions for their future clinical translation.
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- Kapil D Patel
- John Curtin School of Medical Research, Australian National University, Canberra, ACT 2601, Australia.
- Research School of Chemistry, Australian National University, Canberra, ACT 2601, Australia
- School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, University of Bristol, BS8 1TD, UK
- Institute of Tissue Regeneration Engineering (ITREN), Dankook University, Cheonan, 31116, Republic of Korea.
- Department of Nanobiomedical Science & BK21 PLUS NBM Global Research Center for Regenerative Medicine Research Center, Dankook University, Cheonan, 31116, Republic of Korea
- UCL Eastman-Korea Dental Medicine Innovation Centre, Dankook University, Cheonan, 31116, Republic of Korea
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- UCL Eastman-Korea Dental Medicine Innovation Centre, Dankook University, Cheonan, 31116, Republic of Korea
- Division of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, UCL Eastman Dental Institute, University College London, Royal Free Hospital, Rowland Hill Street, NW3 2PF, London, UK
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Imperial College London, Exhibition Rd, South Kensington, SW7 2BX, London, UK
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- Division of Surgery and Interventional Science, UCL, London, UK
- The Griffin Institute, Northwick Park Institute for Medical Research, Northwick Park and St Mark's Hospitals, London, HA1 3UJ, UK
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- Division of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, UCL Eastman Dental Institute, University College London, Royal Free Hospital, Rowland Hill Street, NW3 2PF, London, UK
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- John Curtin School of Medical Research, Australian National University, Canberra, ACT 2601, Australia.
- Research School of Chemistry, Australian National University, Canberra, ACT 2601, Australia
- School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, University of Bristol, BS8 1TD, UK
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- Department of Chemistry and Nanoscience, Ewha Women University, 52 Ewhayeodae-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 03760, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, UCL Eastman Dental Institute, University College London, Royal Free Hospital, Rowland Hill Street, NW3 2PF, London, UK
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- Energy & Environment Sciences and Engineering (EESE), Integrated Sciences and Engineering Division (ISED), Underwood International College, Yonsei University, 85 Songdongwahak-ro, Yeonsungu, Incheon 21938, Republic of Korea
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- Division of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, UCL Eastman Dental Institute, University College London, Royal Free Hospital, Rowland Hill Street, NW3 2PF, London, UK
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- Department of Nanobiomedical Science & BK21 PLUS NBM Global Research Center for Regenerative Medicine Research Center, Dankook University, Cheonan, 31116, Republic of Korea
- UCL Eastman-Korea Dental Medicine Innovation Centre, Dankook University, Cheonan, 31116, Republic of Korea
- Division of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, UCL Eastman Dental Institute, University College London, Royal Free Hospital, Rowland Hill Street, NW3 2PF, London, UK
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- John Curtin School of Medical Research, Australian National University, Canberra, ACT 2601, Australia.
- Research School of Chemistry, Australian National University, Canberra, ACT 2601, Australia
- School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, University of Bristol, BS8 1TD, UK
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- Institute of Tissue Regeneration Engineering (ITREN), Dankook University, Cheonan, 31116, Republic of Korea.
- Department of Nanobiomedical Science & BK21 PLUS NBM Global Research Center for Regenerative Medicine Research Center, Dankook University, Cheonan, 31116, Republic of Korea
- UCL Eastman-Korea Dental Medicine Innovation Centre, Dankook University, Cheonan, 31116, Republic of Korea
- Department of Biomaterials Science, School of Dentistry, Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Republic of Korea
- Cell & Matter Institute, Dankook University, Cheonan 31116, Republic of Korea
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Namulinda T, Song ZB, Yan YJ, Zhang M, Meerovich GA, Margetic D, Chen ZL. Enhanced biosafety, anticancer and antibacterial photodynamic activities using silver-pyropheophorbide-a nanoconjugates. Nanomedicine (Lond) 2024:1-16. [PMID: 39011648 DOI: 10.1080/17435889.2024.2370226] [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: 03/20/2024] [Accepted: 06/17/2024] [Indexed: 07/17/2024] Open
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Aim: A study of the enhancement of photodynamic activities of pyropheophorbide-a using PG-Ag-PPa nanoconjugates. Materials & methods: The nanoconjugates were formulated from silver nanoparticles and PPa via amide linkage, then characterized, and their photodynamic activities were examined. Results: The nanoconjugates displayed a higher rate of reactive oxygen species generation, commendable cellular uptake by Eca-109 cancer cells, higher photocytotoxicity toward the cancer cells and better bio-safety. They revealed strong antibacterial activity against Escherichia coli following internal reactive oxygen species generation and membrane disintegration. The in vivo anticancer studies confirmed higher cytotoxicity of the nanoconjugates toward cancer cells and better safety than PPa. Conclusion: Therefore, PG-Ag-PPa nanoconjugates could be considered potential nano photosensitizers for photodynamic therapy of tumors and bacterial infection with good bio-safety.
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- Tabbisa Namulinda
- Department of Pharmaceutical Science & Technology, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, China
- Department of Pharmacy, Huadong Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200040, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Science & Technology, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Huadong Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200040, China
- Shanghai Xianhui Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Shanghai 201620, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Huadong Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200040, China
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- General Physics Institute of Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow 119435, Russia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Science & Technology, Donghua University, Shanghai 201620, China
- Department of Pharmacy, Huadong Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai 200040, China
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Misra R, Hazra S, Saleem S, Nehru S. Drug-loaded polymer-coated silver nanoparticles for lung cancer theranostics. Med Oncol 2024; 41:132. [PMID: 38687401 DOI: 10.1007/s12032-024-02372-y] [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: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 05/02/2024]
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Lung cancer is the leading cause of death in cancer across the globe. To minimize these deaths, the replacement of traditional chemotherapy with novel strategies is significant. We have developed a nanotheranostic approach using silver nanoparticles for imaging and treatment. Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are fabricated by chemical reduction method. The formulation of AgNPs was confirmed by different characterization techniques like stability test, UV-Visible spectroscopy, Confocal Raman Spectroscopy, and Energy-Dispersive X-ray analysis. Further, AgNPs are coated with poly lactic-co-glycolic acid (PLGA) and then loaded with paclitaxel (Pac). Then the drug-loaded PLGA-coated AgNPs were characterized for size and zeta potential measurement by zetasizer, surface morphology study by atomic force microscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, and release kinetics study. The imaging and anticancer properties of these nanoformulations are investigated using lung cancer cell lines. The results proved that the particles are in the nanometer range with smooth surface morphology. Moreover, the drug-loaded NPs showed a sustained release of the drug for a longer period of time. Further the formulations showed imaging property with greater anticancer efficacy. Thus, the results suggest the effective use of these nanoformulation in both lung cancer imaging and treatment using a simple and efficient approach.
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- Ranjita Misra
- Department of Biotechnology, Centre for Research in Pure and Applied Sciences, School of Sciences, Jain University, Bangalore, 560027, Karnataka, India.
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- Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, 600119, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, Chennai, 600036, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, 600119, India
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Li Z, Yin X, Lyu C, Wang J, Liu K, Cui S, Ding S, Wang Y, Wang J, Guo D, Xu R. Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Trigger Autophagy in the Human Multiple Myeloma Cell Line RPMI8226: an In Vitro Study. Biol Trace Elem Res 2024; 202:913-926. [PMID: 37432567 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-023-03737-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2023] [Accepted: 06/18/2023] [Indexed: 07/12/2023]
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Multiple myeloma (MM) is a malignant clonal proliferative plasma cell tumor. Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) are used for antibacterial and antitumor applications in the biomedical field. This study investigated the autophagy-induced effects of ZnO NPs on the MM cell line RPMI8226 and the underlying mechanism. After RPMI8226 cells were exposed to various concentrations of ZnO NPs, the cell survival rate, morphological changes, lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) levels, cell cycle arrest, and autophagic vacuoles were monitored. Moreover, we investigated the expression of Beclin 1 (Becn1), autophagy-related gene 5 (Atg5), and Atg12 at the mRNA and protein levels, as well as the level of light chain 3 (LC3). The results showed that ZnO NPs could effectively inhibit the proliferation and promote the death of RPMI8226 cells in vitro in a dose- and time-dependent manner. ZnO NPs increased LDH levels, enhanced monodansylcadaverine (MDC) fluorescence intensity, and induced cell cycle arrest at the G2/M phases in RPMI8226 cells. Moreover, ZnO NPs significantly increased the expression of Becn1, Atg5, and Atg12 at the mRNA and protein levels and stimulated the production of LC3. We further validated the results using the autophagy inhibitor 3-methyladenine (3‑MA). Overall, we observed that ZnO NPs can trigger autophagy signaling in RPMI8226 cells, which may be a potential therapeutic approach for MM.
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- Zonghong Li
- Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong Province, China
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- Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong Province, China
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- Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Hematology, the Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 16369#, Jingshi Road, Jinan, 250014, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Hematology, the Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 16369#, Jingshi Road, Jinan, 250014, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Hematology, the Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 16369#, Jingshi Road, Jinan, 250014, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Hematology, the Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 16369#, Jingshi Road, Jinan, 250014, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Hematology, the Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 16369#, Jingshi Road, Jinan, 250014, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Hematology, the Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 16369#, Jingshi Road, Jinan, 250014, Shandong Province, China
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- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine for Prevention and Therapy of Ocular Diseases, Shandong Academy of Eye Disease Prevention and Therapy, Affiliated Eye Hospital of Shandong, University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 48#, Yingxiongshan Road, Jinan, Shandong Province, China.
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- Department of Hematology, the Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 16369#, Jingshi Road, Jinan, 250014, Shandong Province, China.
- Key Laboratory of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine for Hematology, Health Commission of Shandong Province, Jinan, 250014, China.
- Institute of Hematology, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, 250014, China.
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Ibrahim IAA, Alzahrani AR, Alanazi IM, Shahzad N, Shahid I, Falemban AH, Azlina MFN, Arulselvan P. Carbohydrate polymers-based surface modified nano delivery systems for enhanced target delivery to colon cancer - A review. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 253:126581. [PMID: 37652322 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126581] [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: 05/29/2023] [Revised: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 08/27/2023] [Indexed: 09/02/2023]
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Carbohydrate polymers-based surface-modified nano-delivery systems have gained significant attention in recent years for enhancing targeted delivery to colon cancer. These systems leverage carbohydrate polymers' unique properties, such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, and controlled release. These properties make them suitable candidates for drug delivery applications. Nano-delivery systems loaded with bioactive compounds are well-studied for targeted colorectal cancer delivery. However, those drugs' target reach is still limited in various nano-delivery systems. To overcome this limitation, surface modification of nanoparticles with carbohydrate polymers like chitosan, pectin, alginate, and guar gum showed enhanced target-reaching capacity along with enhanced anticancer efficacy. Recently, a chitosan-decorated PLGA nanoparticle was constructed with tannic acid and vitamin E and showed long-term release of specific targets along with higher anticancer efficacy. Similarly, Chitosan-conjugated glucuronic acid-coated silica nanoparticles loaded with capecitabine were studied against colon cancer and found to be the pH-responsive controlled release of capecitabine with higher anticancer efficacy. Surface-modified carbohydrate polymers have promising potential for improving colon cancer target delivery. By leveraging the unique properties of these polymers, such as surface modification, pH responsiveness, mucoadhesion, controlled drug release, and combination therapy, researchers are working toward developing more effective and targeted treatment strategies for colon cancer.
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- Ibrahim Abdel Aziz Ibrahim
- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia
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- Department of Chemistry, Saveetha School of Engineering, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Saveetha University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 602 105, India
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Song SG, Oh C, Yoo S, Cho JY, Kim KS, Song C, Premkumar T. A general one-pot, solvent-free solid-state synthesis of biocompatible metal nanoparticles using dextran as a tool: Evaluation of their catalytic and anti-cancer activities. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 253:127069. [PMID: 37751819 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.127069] [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: 04/27/2023] [Revised: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 09/22/2023] [Indexed: 09/28/2023]
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We propose a general green method coupled with a solid-state vibration ball milling strategy for the synthesis of various metal nanoparticles (MNPs), employing a polymeric carbohydrate dextran (Dx) as a reducing and stabilizing molecule. The synthesis of size-controlled Dx-based MNPs (Dx@MNPs), featuring comparatively narrow size distributions, was achieved by controlling the mass ratio of the reactants, reaction time, frequency of the vibration ball mill, and molecular weight of Dx. Notably, this process was conducted at ambient temperatures, without the aid of solvents and accelerating agents, such as NaOH, and conventional reductants as well as stabilizers. Thermal properties of the resulting Dx@MNPs nanocomposites were extensively investigated, highlighting the influence of metal precursors and reaction conditions. Furthermore, the catalytic activity of synthesized nanocomposites was evaluated through the reduction reaction of 4-nitrophenol, exhibiting great catalytic performance. In addition, we demonstrated the excellent biocompatibility of the as-prepared Dx@MNPs toward human embryonic kidney (HEK-293) cells, revealing their potential for anticancer activities. This novel green method for synthesizing biocompatible MNPs with Dx expands the horizons of carbohydrate-based materials as well as MNP nanocomposites for large-scale synthesis and controlled size distribution for various industrial and biomedical applications.
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- Sun Gu Song
- Department of Chemistry, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, Gyeonggi 16419, South Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, Gyeonggi 16419, South Korea
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- Department of Integrative Biotechnology, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, Gyeonggi 16419, South Korea
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- Department of Integrative Biotechnology, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, Gyeonggi 16419, South Korea
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- Convergence Research Center for Energy and Environmental Sciences, Sungkyunkwan University, 2066 Seobu-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si 16419, South Korea
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- Department of Chemistry, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, Gyeonggi 16419, South Korea.
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- Department of Chemistry, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, Gyeonggi 16419, South Korea; The University College, Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, Gyeonggi 16419, South Korea.
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Elgazzar E, Nafie MS, Abul-Nasr KT. New synthetic silver-doped ZnO nanorods trigger cytotoxicity in MCF-7 through apoptosis and antimicrobial activity. J Biomol Struct Dyn 2023; 41:11193-11203. [PMID: 36571482 DOI: 10.1080/07391102.2022.2160815] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2022] [Accepted: 12/15/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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The structural, composition, and molecular interaction of silver integrated zinc oxide (20 wt.% Ag/ZnO) were investigated by X-ray diffraction (XRD), energy dispersive X-ray analysis (EDX), and Fourier transforms infrared (FTIR) spectrum. The XRD analysis showed the polycrystalline of small crystallite size, whereas the EDX spectrum confirmed the purity of the nanocomposite. The FTIR spectrum indicated the presence of Ag-Zn-O stretching vibration at 1034 cm-1. SEM and TEM images identified the surface morphology and particle size, indicating that Ag/ZnO of nanorods linked with spherical-like shapes. The nanorods of an average length of ∼ 110 nm and an average diameter of ∼ 10 nm. The optical characteristics showed a direct transition of electrons through an energy gap in the 3.30 eV-3.60 eV. The tested nanocomposite exhibited potent cytotoxicity against MCF-7 cells with an IC50 value of 0.26 µg/ml with cell growth inhibition by 97.3% at the highest concentration compared to Doxorubicin (IC50=6.72 µg/ml). It significantly stimulated total apoptotic breast cancer cell death by 51-fold (32.16% compared to 0.63 for the control), arresting the cell progression at the G1 phase. For further validation of apoptotic activity, the tested Ag/ZnO-NP upregulated the proapoptotic genes and down-regulated the anti-apoptotic gene. Moreover, a molecular docking study highlighted the binding disposition of the nanocomposite as Bcl-2 inhibitors. Additionally, Ag/ZnO-NP exhibited potent antimicrobial activity. Hence, the synthesized nanocomposite can serve as an antimicrobial and cytotoxic agent through apoptosis-induction and could be developed as a biologically active nanocomposite.Communicated by Ramaswamy H. Sarma.
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- Elsayed Elgazzar
- Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Suez Canal University, Ismailia, Egypt
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- Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, Suez Canal University, Ismailia, Egypt
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- Physics Department, Faculty of Science, Port-Said University, Port-Said, Egypt
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Green-synthesized Nickel oxide nanoparticles: Magnetic and Biomedical applications. INORG CHEM COMMUN 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.inoche.2023.110490] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/18/2023]
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Hossein Mohammadi A, Sobhani-Nasab A, Nejati M, Hadi S, Behjati M, Mirzaii-Dizgah I, Moradi Hasan-Abad A, Karami M. Preparation and Characterization of CuO, Ag2O and ZnO Nanoparticles and Investigation of Their Antibacterial and Anticancer Properties on HCT-116 and C26 Cells. INORG CHEM COMMUN 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.inoche.2023.110404] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Dumontel B, Susa F, Limongi T, Vighetto V, Debellis D, Canta M, Cauda V. Nanotechnological engineering of extracellular vesicles for the development of actively targeted hybrid nanodevices. Cell Biosci 2022; 12:61. [PMID: 35568919 PMCID: PMC9107671 DOI: 10.1186/s13578-022-00784-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2022] [Accepted: 04/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Background We propose an efficient method to modify B-cell derived EVs by loading them with a nanotherapeutic stimuli-responsive cargo and equipping them with antibodies for efficient targeting of lymphoma cells. Results The post-isolation engineering of the EVs is accomplished by a freeze–thaw method to load therapeutically-active zinc oxide nanocrystals (ZnO NCs), obtaining the so-called TrojanNanoHorse (TNH) to recall the biomimetism and cytotoxic potential of this novel nanoconstruct. TNHs are further modified at their surface with anti-CD20 monoclonal antibodies (TNHCD20) achieving specific targeting against lymphoid cancer cell line. The in vitro characterization is carried out on CD20+ lymphoid Daudi cell line, CD20-negative cancerous myeloid cells (HL60) and the healthy counterpart (B lymphocytes). The TNH shows nanosized structure, high colloidal stability, even over time, and good hemocompatibility. The in vitro characterization shows the high biocompatibility, targeting specificity and cytotoxic capability. Importantly, the selectivity of TNHCD20 demonstrates significantly higher interaction towards the target lymphoid Daudi cell line compared to the CD20-negative cancerous myeloid cells (HL60) and the healthy counterpart (lymphocytes). An enhanced cytotoxicity directed against Daudi cancer cells is demonstrated after the TNHCD20 activation with high-energy ultrasound shock-waves (SW). Conclusion This work demonstrates the efficient re-engineering of EVs, derived from healthy cells, with inorganic nanoparticles and monoclonal antibodies. The obtained hybrid nanoconstructs can be on-demand activated by an external stimulation, here acoustic pressure waves, to exploit a cytotoxic effect conveyed by the ZnO NCs cargo against selected cancer cells. Graphical Abstract ![]()
Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s13578-022-00784-9.
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In vitro cytotoxicity against breast cancer using biogenically synthesized gold and iron oxide nanoparticles derived from the hydroethanolic extract of Salvia officinalis L. CHEMICAL PAPERS 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s11696-022-02464-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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AbstractNanotechnology has a real-world impact on every aspect of life. Many researchers have been drawn to the biosynthesis of gold and iron oxide nanoparticles (Au-NPs and SPIONS) because they have a wide range of life applications. In this work, a single-step environmentally friendly biosynthesis of Au-NPs and SPIONS is reported by reducing solutions of gold aureate and ferric chloride is reported for the first time using the hydroethanolic extract (HEE) of Salvia officinalis (S. officinalis), an edible plant found in Egypt. The phytochemicals present in HEE were responsible for the reduction as well as stabilization of these nanoparticles. Before using the HEE, it was phytochemically screened for its constituents. Qualitatively, the HEE was found to have comparable levels of phenolics, flavonoids, tannins, proteins, carbohydrates, terpenoids, steroids, and polysaccharides. Quantitatively, total phenolics (236.91 ± 2.15 mg GAE/g extract), flavonoids (91.38 ± 0.97 mg QE/g extract), tannins (101.60 ± 1.33 mg/g extract), proteins (284.62 ± 2.65 mg/g extract), carbohydrates (127.73 ± 1.68 mg/g extract), soluble sugars (52.3 ± 0.67 mg/g extract), and polysaccharides (75.43 ± 1.01 mg/g extract) were estimated. In addition, HPLC analysis revealed the identification of seven phenolic compounds [ferulic (67.26%), chlorogenic (3.12%), caffeic (3.11%), p-coumaric (1.13%), protocatechuic (0.65%), catechin (0.69%), rosmarinic (0.53%)] and three flavonoids [apigenin (5.29%), quercetin-7-O-glucoside (3.39%), and luteolin-7-O-rutinose (2.01%)]. The characterization of the biosynthesized NPs was confirmed by Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy, UV–Vis absorption spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction (XRD), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). In vitro cytotoxic studies showed that Au-NPs, SPIONS, and HEE have an inhibitory effect on the growth of human breast cancer (MCF-7) cells at an IC50 of 6.53, 6.97, and 26.12 µg mL−1, respectively, by comparison with the standard drug (Doxorubicin) effect (0.18 µg mL−1).
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Rehman Y, Qutaish H, Kim JH, Huang XF, Alvi S, Konstantinov K. Microenvironmental Behaviour of Nanotheranostic Systems for Controlled Oxidative Stress and Cancer Treatment. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 12:2462. [PMID: 35889688 PMCID: PMC9319169 DOI: 10.3390/nano12142462] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2022] [Revised: 07/06/2022] [Accepted: 07/12/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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The development of smart, efficient and multifunctional material systems for diseases treatment are imperative to meet current and future health challenges. Nanomaterials with theranostic properties have offered a cost effective and efficient solution for disease treatment, particularly, metal/oxide based nanotheranostic systems already offering therapeutic and imaging capabilities for cancer treatment. Nanoparticles can selectively generate/scavenge ROS through intrinsic or external stimuli to augment/diminish oxidative stress. An efficient treatment requires higher oxidative stress/toxicity in malignant disease, with a minimal level in surrounding normal cells. The size, shape and surface properties of nanoparticles are critical parameters for achieving a theranostic function in the microenvironment. In the last decade, different strategies for the synthesis of biocompatible theranostic nanostructures have been introduced. The exhibition of therapeutics properties such as selective reactive oxygen species (ROS) scavenging, hyperthermia, antibacterial, antiviral, and imaging capabilities such as MRI, CT and fluorescence activity have been reported in a variety of developed nanosystems to combat cancer, neurodegenerative and emerging infectious diseases. In this review article, theranostic in vitro behaviour in relation to the size, shape and synthesis methods of widely researched and developed nanosystems (Au, Ag, MnOx, iron oxide, maghemite quantum flakes, La2O3-x, TaOx, cerium nanodots, ITO, MgO1-x) are presented. In particular, ROS-based properties of the nanostructures in the microenvironment for cancer therapy are discussed. The provided overview of the biological behaviour of reported metal-based nanostructures will help to conceptualise novel designs and synthesis strategies for the development of advanced nanotheranostic systems.
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- Yaser Rehman
- Institute for Superconducting and Electronics Materials (ISEM), University of Wollongong (UOW), Wollongong, NSW 2522, Australia; (Y.R.); (H.Q.); (J.H.K.)
- Illawarra Health & Medical Research Institute (IHMRI), University of Wollongong (UOW), Wollongong, NSW 2522, Australia;
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- Institute for Superconducting and Electronics Materials (ISEM), University of Wollongong (UOW), Wollongong, NSW 2522, Australia; (Y.R.); (H.Q.); (J.H.K.)
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- Institute for Superconducting and Electronics Materials (ISEM), University of Wollongong (UOW), Wollongong, NSW 2522, Australia; (Y.R.); (H.Q.); (J.H.K.)
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- Illawarra Health & Medical Research Institute (IHMRI), University of Wollongong (UOW), Wollongong, NSW 2522, Australia;
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- Drug Discovery Biology, Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Monash University, Parkville, VIC 3052, Australia;
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- Institute for Superconducting and Electronics Materials (ISEM), University of Wollongong (UOW), Wollongong, NSW 2522, Australia; (Y.R.); (H.Q.); (J.H.K.)
- Illawarra Health & Medical Research Institute (IHMRI), University of Wollongong (UOW), Wollongong, NSW 2522, Australia;
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Co-Functionalization of Gold Nanoparticles with C7H2 and HuAL1 Peptides: Enhanced Antimicrobial and Antitumoral Activities. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14071324. [PMID: 35890220 PMCID: PMC9317637 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14071324] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2022] [Revised: 06/13/2022] [Accepted: 06/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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The functionalization of nanoparticles with therapeutic peptides has been pointed out as a promising strategy to improve the applications of these molecules in the field of health sciences. Peptides are highly bioactive but face several limitations such as low bioavailability due to the difficulty of overcoming the physiological barriers in the body and their degradation by enzymes. In this work, gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) were co-functionalized with two therapeutic peptides simultaneously. The peptides from the complementary determining region of monoclonal antibodies, composed of the amino acid sequences YISCYNGATSYNQKFK (C7H2) and RASQSVSSYLA (HuAL1) were chosen for having exhibited antitumor and antimicrobial activity before. The peptides-conjugated AuNPs were characterized regarding size, morphology, and metal concentration by using TEM, dynamic light scattering, and ICP-OES techniques. Then, peptides-conjugated AuNPs were evaluated regarding the antimicrobial activity against E. coli, P. aeruginosa, and C. albicans. The antitumoral activity was evaluated in vitro by cell viability assays with metastatic melanoma cell line (B16F10-Nex2) and the cytotoxicity was evaluated against human foreskin fibroblast (Hs68) cell line. Finally, in vivo assays were performed by using a syngeneic animal model of metastatic melanoma. Our findings have highlighted the potential application of the dual-peptide AuNPs in order to enhance the antitumor and antimicrobial activity of peptides.
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Hadadian Y, Masoomi H, Dinari A, Ryu C, Hwang S, Kim S, Cho BK, Lee JY, Yoon J. From Low to High Saturation Magnetization in Magnetite Nanoparticles: The Crucial Role of the Molar Ratios Between the Chemicals. ACS OMEGA 2022; 7:15996-16012. [PMID: 35571799 PMCID: PMC9097206 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.2c01136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2022] [Accepted: 04/12/2022] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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In this study, a comprehensive characterization of iron oxide nanoparticles synthesized by using a simple one-pot thermal decomposition route is presented. In order to obtain monodisperse magnetite nanoparticles with high saturation magnetization, close to the bulk material, the molar ratios between the starting materials (solvents, reducing agents, and surfactants) were varied. Two out of nine conditions investigated in this study resulted in monodisperse iron oxide nanoparticles with high saturation magnetization (90 and 93% of bulk magnetite). The X-ray diffraction analyses along with the inspection of the lattice structure through transmission electron micrographs revealed that the main cause of the reduced magnetization in the other seven samples is likely due to the presence of distortion and microstrain in the particles. Although the thermogravimetric analysis, Raman and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopies confirmed the presence of covalently bonded oleic acid on the surface of all the samples, the particles with higher polydispersity and the lowest surface coating molecules showed the lowest saturation magnetization. Based on the observed results, it could be speculated that the changes in the kinetics of the reactions, induced by varying the molar ratio of the starting chemicals, can lead to the production of the particles with higher polydispersity and/or lattice deformation in their crystal structures. Finally, it was concluded that the experimental conditions for obtaining high-quality iron oxide nanoparticles, particularly the molar ratios and the heating profile, should not be chosen independently; for any specific molar ratio, there may exist a specific heating profile or vice versa. Because this synthetic consideration has rarely been reported in the literature, our results can give insights into the design of iron oxide nanoparticles with high saturation magnetization for different applications.
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- Yaser Hadadian
- Research
Center for Nanorobotics in Brain, Gwangju
Institute of Science and Technology, Gwangju 61005, Republic of Korea
- School
of Integrated Technology, Gwangju Institute
of Science and Technology, Gwangju 61005, Republic of Korea
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- Research
Center for Nanorobotics in Brain, Gwangju
Institute of Science and Technology, Gwangju 61005, Republic of Korea
- School
of Integrated Technology, Gwangju Institute
of Science and Technology, Gwangju 61005, Republic of Korea
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- Research
Center for Nanorobotics in Brain, Gwangju
Institute of Science and Technology, Gwangju 61005, Republic of Korea
- School
of Integrated Technology, Gwangju Institute
of Science and Technology, Gwangju 61005, Republic of Korea
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- School
of Materials Science and Engineering, Gwangju
Institute of Science and Technology, Gwangju 61005, Republic
of Korea
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- School
of Materials Science and Engineering, Gwangju
Institute of Science and Technology, Gwangju 61005, Republic
of Korea
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- Korea
Institute of Medical Microrobotics (KIMIRo), 43-26 Cheomdangwagi-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju 61011, Republic of Korea
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- School
of Materials Science and Engineering, Gwangju
Institute of Science and Technology, Gwangju 61005, Republic
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- School
of Materials Science and Engineering, Gwangju
Institute of Science and Technology, Gwangju 61005, Republic
of Korea
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- Research
Center for Nanorobotics in Brain, Gwangju
Institute of Science and Technology, Gwangju 61005, Republic of Korea
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Iron Oxide Nanoparticles: Preparation, Characterization, and Assessment of Antimicrobial and Anticancer Activity. ADSORPT SCI TECHNOL 2022. [DOI: 10.1155/2022/1562051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Nanotechnology and nanoparticles (NPs) have increasingly been studied as an alternative for antibiotics because of the feasibility to be used in implantable devices both for bacterial detection and infection prevention. The low rate of resistance development against NPs because of its multiple mode of action has contributed to its increased acceptance in clinical setting. Further development of NPs and their anticancer activity against many human cancer cell lines including breast and ovarian have been documented. Fe2O3-NPs could be used for antibacterial and anticancer activity assessment. Iron oxide, apart from being available extensively and cheap, also plays a role in multiple biological processes, making it an interesting metal for NPs. The aim of the present study revolves around generation and characterization of iron oxide Fe2O3-NPs, followed by assessment of its antimicrobial and anticancer activities. Synthesis of Fe2O3-NPs was performed by hydrothermal approach, and its characterization was done by UV-visible, X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) analyses, and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Antimicrobial activity was checked by agar diffusion assay against Bacillus subtilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Candida albicans. Anticancer activity of the NPs was assessed using the human cancer cell lines including cervical carcinoma cell line (HeLa) and MCF7. The developed Fe2O3-NPs exhibited a characteristic absorption curve in the 500-600 nm wavelength range by UV-visible analysis, the XRD peaks were found to index the rhombohedral shape, and the FTIR analysis ascertained the bonds and functional groups at wavenumber from 400 to 4000 cm-1. Antimicrobial assay detected significant effect against Staphylococcus aureus and Bacillus subtilis with zones of inhibition: 21 and 22 mm, respectively. Likewise, Fe2O3-NPs show good activity towards tested fungal strain Candida albicans with zone of inhibition of 24 mm. The 2,5-diphenyl-2H-tetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay identified significant anticancer activity of the NPs against both cell lines. Our study documents the successful generation and characterization of Fe2O3-NPs having excellent antimicrobial and anticancer activities.
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Hamidian K, Sarani M, Sheikhi E, Khatami M. Cytotoxicity evaluation of green synthesized ZnO and Ag-doped ZnO nanoparticles on brain glioblastoma cells. J Mol Struct 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molstruc.2021.131962] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Ali A, Akhtar J, Ahmad U, Basheer AS, Jaiswal N, Jahan A. Armamentarium in drug delivery for colorectal cancer. Crit Rev Ther Drug Carrier Syst 2022; 40:1-48. [DOI: 10.1615/critrevtherdrugcarriersyst.2022039241] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Othman MS, Al-Bagawi AH, Obeidat ST, Fareid MA, Habotta OA, Moneim AEA. Antitumor activity of zinc nanoparticles synthesized with berberine on human epithelial colorectal adenocarcinoma (Caco-2) cells through acting on Cox-2/NF-kB and p53 pathways. Anticancer Agents Med Chem 2021; 22:2002-2010. [PMID: 34607550 DOI: 10.2174/1871520621666211004115839] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2021] [Revised: 07/11/2021] [Accepted: 08/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Drawbacks and side effects of currently available therapies to colorectal cancer (CRC) devoted the researchers to search for new therapeutic strategies. OBJECTIVE This study was designed to investigate the effects of zinc nanoparticles biosynthesized with berberine (ZnNPs-BER) on Caco-2 cells compared to 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) and explore the possible underlying pathways. METHODS Caco-2 and Vero cells were treated with 5-FU, BER, or ZnNPs-BER for 24 h. Cell viability was measured by MTT assay. Oxidative stress and apoptotic markers and cell cycle were determined. Additionally, Cox-2 and NF-kB levels were also measured. RESULTS The IC50 of 5-FU, BER, and ZnNPs-BER on Caco-2 cells were 34.65 µM, 19.86 µg/ml and 10.49 µg/ml, respectively by MTT assay. The IC50 value for 5-FU in Vero cells was 21.7 μg/ml, however, BER and BER-ZnNPs treatment showed non-toxic effects to the Vero cells. Further, ZnNPs-BER exerted significant induction of ROS besides exhaustion of the antioxidant capacity of tumor cells indicated by declined GSH and elevated NO and MDA contents. Marked increments in levels of Bax and caspase-3 were detected together with declines in Bcl-2 levels in Caco-2 cells submitted to BER-ZnNPs therapy. On the molecular basis, upregulation in mRNA levels of pro-apoptotic genes (Bax, caspase-3, and tumor suppressor gene p53) with downregulation in the antiapoptotic gene (Bcl-2) were observed in ZnNPs-BER treated Caco-2 cells. Furthermore, ZnNPs-BER showed more pronounced effects on apoptosis increased cell percentage in the S and subG1 phases. In addition, green synthesis of ZnNPs with BER showed notable induction of Cox2 and NF-kB in Caco-2 cells. CONCLUSION Therefore, the antitumor potential of ZnNPs-BER in colon cancer cells may be endorsed for induction of oxidative stress, inflammation, and apoptotic changes in tumor cells. Our study documents the new therapeutic potential of Zn nanoparticles conjugated with BER, as a new option for combined chemotherapy.
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- Mohamed S Othman
- Basic Sciences Department, Deanship of Preparatory Year, University of Ha'il, Hail. Saudi Arabia
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- Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, University of Ha'il, Hail. Saudi Arabia
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- Basic Sciences Department, Deanship of Preparatory Year, University of Ha'il, Hail. Saudi Arabia
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- Basic Sciences Department, Deanship of Preparatory Year, University of Ha'il, Hail. Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura. Egypt
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- Zoology and Entomology Department, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo. Egypt
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Sharifalhoseini M, Es‐haghi A, Vaezi G, Shajiee H. Biosynthesis and characterisation of solid lipid nanoparticles and investigation of toxicity against breast cancer cell line. IET Nanobiotechnol 2021; 15:654-663. [PMID: 34694719 PMCID: PMC8675850 DOI: 10.1049/nbt2.12062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2020] [Revised: 05/04/2021] [Accepted: 05/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) comprise non-toxic surface-active lipidic agents combined with appropriate ratios of drugs or essential oils. The goal of this research was to investigate the effects of the SLN synthesised using essential oils of Foeniculum vulgare on the MCF-7 breast cancer cell line. SLNs were prepared by homogenisation and ultrasound techniques and characterised by dynamic light scattering (DLS), zeta potential assessment, and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyl tetrazolium bromide assay (MTT assay), flow-cytometry, and Acridine-Orange assay were employed for assessing the biological activities of the SLNs. The average particle size was 55.43 nm and the net surface charge was -29.54 ± 11.67 mV. TEM showed that the mean particle size was 33.55 nm and the synthesised SLNs had a uniform round morphology. The MTT assay showed that the prepared SLNs had high toxicity against MCF-7 cells and low toxicity against normal HUVECs cells. Flow-cytometry revealed a noteworthy rise in the subG1 peak of the cell cycle in the cancer cells treated with SLNs compared to the controls, indicating apoptosis in cancer cells. The results also showed discolouration in SLNs-treated cells, which further confirmed the induction of apoptosis and the toxicity of the SLNs against MCF-7 cells.
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- Department of BiologyMashhad BranchIslamic Azad UniversityMashhadIran
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- Department of BiologyDamghan BranchIslamic Azad UniversityDamghanIran
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Namasivayam SKR, Venkatachalam G, Bharani RSA, Kumar JA, Sivasubramanian S. Molecular intervention of colon cancer and inflammation manifestation by tannin capped biocompatible controlled sized gold nanoparticles from Terminalia bellirica: A green strategy for pharmacological drug formulation based on nanotechnology principles. 3 Biotech 2021; 11:401. [PMID: 34422541 PMCID: PMC8349386 DOI: 10.1007/s13205-021-02944-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2021] [Accepted: 07/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Among the diverse nanomaterials, gold nanoparticles (AuNps) are utilised for various therapeutic application due to the distinct physical, chemical properties and biocompatibility. Synthesis of gold nanoparticles using plants is the promising route. This method is low cost, eco-friendly and higher biological activities. In this present study, Gold nanoparticles were synthesised from fruit extract of Terminalia bellirica fruit extract. Their anticancer and anti-inflammatory activity was evaluated against colorectal cancer cell line (HT29) and TNBS-induced zebrafish model. Highly stable tannin capped gold nanoparticles were synthesised from fruit extract broth of Terminalia bellirica rapidly. Structural and functional properties of the synthesised nanoparticles were studied by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FESEM) equipped with energy-dispersive atomic X-ray spectroscopy (EDAX) and X-ray diffraction (XRD). All the characterisation studies reveal highly stable, crystalline, phytochemicals, mainly tannin doped, spherical, 28 nm controlled sized gold nanoparticles. The molecular mechanism of anticancer activity was studied by determining cancer markers' expression, which was studied using quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qPCR). Antioxidative enzymes' status and apoptosis changes were also investigated. Synthesised nanoparticles brought a drastic reduction of all the tested cancer markers' expression. Notable changes in antioxidative enzymes' status and a good sign of apoptosis were observed in nanoparticles' treatment. The anti-inflammatory activity was studied against TNBS-induced zebrafish model, which was confirmed by determining inflammatory markers' expression TNF-α, iNOS (induced Nitric Oxide Synthase) and histopathological examination. Nanoparticles' treatment recorded a drastic reduction of inflammatory markers' expression. No marked sign of inflammation was also observed in histopathological analysis of the nanoparticles' treatment group. The present study suggests the possible utilisation of T. bellirica-mediated gold nanoparticles as an effective therapeutic agent against a prolonged inflammatory disease that progressively develops into cancer.
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- S Karthick Raja Namasivayam
- Centre for Bioresource Research & Development (C-BIRD), Department of Biotechnology, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600119 India
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- Centre for Bioresource Research & Development (C-BIRD), Department of Biotechnology, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600119 India
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- Centre for Bioresource Research & Development (C-BIRD), Department of Biotechnology, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600119 India
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600119 India
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Higher College of Technology, Muscat, Oman
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Synthesis and Characterization of Polyvinylpyrrolidone-Modified ZnO Quantum Dots and Their In Vitro Photodynamic Tumor Suppressive Action. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:ijms22158106. [PMID: 34360872 PMCID: PMC8347431 DOI: 10.3390/ijms22158106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2021] [Revised: 07/22/2021] [Accepted: 07/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Despite the numerous available treatments for cancer, many patients succumb to side effects and reoccurrence. Zinc oxide (ZnO) quantum dots (QDs) are inexpensive inorganic nanomaterials with potential applications in photodynamic therapy. To verify the photoluminescence of ZnO QDs and determine their inhibitory effect on tumors, we synthesized and characterized ZnO QDs modified with polyvinylpyrrolidone. The photoluminescent properties and reactive oxygen species levels of these ZnO/PVP QDs were also measured. Finally, in vitro and in vivo experiments were performed to test their photodynamic therapeutic effects in SW480 cancer cells and female nude mice. Our results indicate that the ZnO QDs had good photoluminescence and exerted an obvious inhibitory effect on SW480 tumor cells. These findings illustrate the potential applications of ZnO QDs in the fields of photoluminescence and photodynamic therapy.
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Metal Oxide Nanoparticles: Evidence of Adverse Effects on the Male Reproductive System. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:ijms22158061. [PMID: 34360825 PMCID: PMC8348343 DOI: 10.3390/ijms22158061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2021] [Revised: 07/22/2021] [Accepted: 07/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Metal oxide nanoparticles (MONPs) are inorganic materials that have become a valuable tool for many industrial sectors, especially in healthcare, due to their versatility, unique intrinsic properties, and relatively inexpensive production cost. As a consequence of their wide applications, human exposure to MONPs has increased dramatically. More recently, their use has become somehow controversial. On one hand, MONPs can interact with cellular macromolecules, which makes them useful platforms for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions. On the other hand, research suggests that these MONPs can cross the blood–testis barrier and accumulate in the testis. Although it has been demonstrated that some MONPs have protective effects on male germ cells, contradictory reports suggest that these nanoparticles compromise male fertility by interfering with spermatogenesis. In fact, in vitro and in vivo studies indicate that exposure to MONPs could induce the overproduction of reactive oxygen species, resulting in oxidative stress, which is the main suggested molecular mechanism that leads to germ cells’ toxicity. The latter results in subsequent damage to proteins, cell membranes, and DNA, which ultimately may lead to the impairment of the male reproductive system. The present manuscript overviews the therapeutic potential of MONPs and their biomedical applications, followed by a critical view of their potential risks in mammalian male fertility, as suggested by recent scientific literature.
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Khan FA, Albalawi R, Pottoo FH. Trends in targeted delivery of nanomaterials in colon cancer diagnosis and treatment. Med Res Rev 2021; 42:227-258. [PMID: 33891325 DOI: 10.1002/med.21809] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2019] [Revised: 04/01/2021] [Accepted: 04/01/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Colon cancer is an adenocarcinoma, which subsequently develops into malignant tumors, if not treated properly. The current colon cancer therapy mainly revolves around chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery, but the search continues for more effective interventions. With the advancement of nanoparticles (NPs), it is now possible to diagnose and treat colon cancers with different types, shapes, and sizes of NPs. Nanoformulations such as quantum dots, iron oxide, polymeric NPs, dendrimers, polypeptides, gold NPs, silver NPs, platinum NPs, and cerium oxide have been either extensively used alone or in combination with other nanomaterials or drugs in colon cancer diagnosis, and treatments. These nanoformulations possess high biocompatibility and bioavailability, which makes them the most suitable candidates for cancer treatment. The size and shape of NPs are critical to achieving an effective drug delivery in cancer treatment and diagnosis. Most NPs currently are under different testing phases (in vitro, preclinical, and clinical), whereas some of them have been approved for therapeutic applications. We have comprehensively reviewed the recent advances in the applications of NPs-based formulations in colon cancer diagnosis and treatment.
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- Firdos A Khan
- Department of Stem Cell Biology, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Stem Cell Biology, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia.,Student of the volunteer/training program at IRMC
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- College of Pharmacy, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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Takke A, Shende P. Magnetic-core-based silibinin nanopolymeric carriers for the treatment of renal cell cancer. Life Sci 2021; 275:119377. [PMID: 33757771 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2021.119377] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2020] [Revised: 02/25/2021] [Accepted: 03/06/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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AIMS Silibinin offers potential anticancer effect with less aqueous solubility and high permeability. The present study aimed to develop biocompatible magnetic-core-based nanopolymeric carriers of poly (D, l-lactide-co-glycolic) acid (PLGA) encapsulated silibinin for the sustained release action on renal cancerous cell. MAIN METHODS The synthesized iron oxide nanoparticles were prepared by precipitation method via encapsulation of silibinin in PLGA network using double emulsion method. The nanoparticle formulations were characterized for morphological, physicochemical properties (HRTEM, FTIR, Raman Spectroscopy and VSM), in vitro drug release and cytotoxicity study on kidney cancer cells (A-498). The safety of magnetic-core-based silibinin nanopolymeric carriers was conducted by i.v. administration at a dose of 50 mg/kg in mice. KEY FINDINGS The mean particle size, zeta potential and % encapsulation efficiency of magnetic-core-based silibinin nanopolymeric carriers were found to be 285.9 ± 0.28 nm, -14.71 ± 0.15 mV and 84.76 ± 1.29%, respectively. The saturation magnetization of magnetic core and optimized nanoparticles were reported as 36.35 emu/g and 12.78 emu/g, respectively. HRTEM analyses revealed the spherical shapes of the particles with uniform size distribution. The in vitro release profile of silibinin from the nanoparticles exhibited a sustained delivery for 15 days and displayed better cytotoxicity against human kidney cancer cells (A-498) than silibinin. In vivo study showed the safety of magnetic-core-based silibinin nanopolymeric carriers in mice. SIGNIFICANCE The magnetic-core-based silibinin nanopolymeric carriers will act as a potential carrier for targeted transportation of actives in cancer therapy.
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- Anjali Takke
- Shobhaben Pratapbhai Patel School of Pharmacy and Technology Management, SVKM's NMIMS, V. L. Mehta Road, Vile Parle (W), Mumbai, India
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- Shobhaben Pratapbhai Patel School of Pharmacy and Technology Management, SVKM's NMIMS, V. L. Mehta Road, Vile Parle (W), Mumbai, India.
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Ajarem JS, Maodaa SN, Allam AA, Taher MM, Khalaf M. Benign Synthesis of Cobalt Oxide Nanoparticles Containing Red Algae Extract: Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, Anticancer, and Anticoagulant Activity. J CLUST SCI 2021. [DOI: 10.1007/s10876-021-02004-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Green synthesis, antimicrobial, antibiofilm and antitumor activities of superparamagnetic γ-Fe 2O 3 NPs and their molecular docking study with cell wall mannoproteins and peptidoglycan. Int J Biol Macromol 2020; 171:44-58. [PMID: 33373634 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.12.162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2020] [Revised: 12/20/2020] [Accepted: 12/21/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Fatty acids-assisted superparamagnetic maghemite (γ-Fe2O3) NPs was biologically synthesized using extract of polyherbal drug Liv52 (L52E). The NPs were characterized by UV-vis spectroscopy, FT-IR, SEM, TEM, EDX, XRD and VSM. The major biological molecules present in L52E analysed by GC-MS were saturated fatty acids (palmitic acid 21.95%; stearic acid 13.99%; myristic acid 1.14%), monounsaturated fatty acid (oleic acid 18.43%), polyunsaturated fatty acid (linoleic acid 20.45%), and aromatic phenol (cardanol monoene 11.92%) that could imply in bio-fabrication and stabilization of γ-Fe2O3 NPs. The FT-IR spectra revealed involvement of carboxylic group of fatty acids, amide group of proteins and hydroxyl group of phenolic compounds that acts as reducing and capping agents. The synthesized NPs were used to investigate their antimicrobial, antibiofilm activity against P. aeruginosa, MRSA and C. albicans and anticancer activity on colon cancer cells (HCT-116) for biomedical applications. Further, molecular docking study was performed to explore the interaction of Fe2O3 NPs with major cell wall components i.e., peptidoglycan and mannoproteins. The docking studies revealed that Fe2O3 interacted efficiently with peptidoglycan and mannoproteins and Fe2O3 get accommodated into catalytic cleft of mannoprotein. Due to magnetic property, the biological activity of γ-Fe2O3 can be further enhanced by applying external magnetic field alone or in amalgamation with other therapeutics drugs.
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Facile synthesis and biophysical characterization of egg albumen-wrapped zinc oxide nanoparticles: A potential drug delivery vehicles for anticancer therapy. J Drug Deliv Sci Technol 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2020.102015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Zinc oxide nanoparticles: A comprehensive review on its synthesis, anticancer and drug delivery applications as well as health risks. Adv Colloid Interface Sci 2020; 286:102317. [PMID: 33212389 DOI: 10.1016/j.cis.2020.102317] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Revised: 11/06/2020] [Accepted: 11/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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In recent years, zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs) emerged as an excellent candidate in the field of optical, electrical, food packaging and particularly in biomedical research. ZnONPs show cancer cell specific toxicity via the pH-dependent (low pH) dissolution into Zn2+ ions, which generate reactive oxygen species and induce cytotoxicity in cancer cells. Further, ZnONPs have also been used as an effective carrier for the targeted delivery of several anticancer drugs into tumor cells. The increasing focus on ZnONPs resulted in the development of various synthesis approaches including chemical, pHysical, and green or biological for the manufacturing of ZnONPs. In this article, at first we have discussed the various synthesis methods of ZnONPs and secondly its biomedical applications. We have extensively reviewed the anticancer mechanism of ZnONPs on different types of cancers considering its size, shape and surface charge dependent cytotoxicity. Photoirradiation with UV light or NIR laser further increase its anticancer activity via synergistic chemo-photodynamic effect. The drug delivery applications of ZnONPs with special emphasis on drug loading mechanism, stimuli-responsive controlled release and therapeutic effects have also been discussed in this review. Finally, its side effects to vital body organs with mechanism via different exposure routes, the future direction of the ZnONPs research and application are also discussed.
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Prasher P, Sharma M, Singh SP. Drug encapsulating polysaccharide-loaded metal nanoparticles: A perspective drug delivery system. Drug Dev Res 2020; 82:145-148. [PMID: 33137245 DOI: 10.1002/ddr.21754] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2020] [Revised: 10/13/2020] [Accepted: 10/16/2020] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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The anticancer and antimicrobial drugs customarily suffer a functional inefficacy due to a limited delivery to the target site, active cellular efflux, in addition to the inadequacy of carrier system. Metal nanoparticles possess unique physicochemical properties as drug delivery vehicles, for delivering the drugs susceptible to cellular efflux pumps. However, a direct physiological exposure of nanoparticle surface after releasing the carrier drug poses serious concerns. The polysaccharides with enhanced biotolerance used for encapsulating the cargo drug molecules, when loaded on the nanoparticle surface presents a perspective drug delivery system combining the physiological benevolence of the former and theranostic/efflux pump evading features of the latter. The present commentary highlight the importance of metal nanoparticle-loaded polysaccharides as perspective drug delivery system.
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- Parteek Prasher
- Department of Chemistry, UGC Sponsored Centre for Advanced Studies, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, India.,Department of Chemistry, University of Petroleum & Energy Studies, Energy Acres, Dehradun, India
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- Department of Chemistry, UGC Sponsored Centre for Advanced Studies, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, India.,Department of Chemistry, Uttaranchal University, Arcadia Grant, Dehradun, India
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Petroleum & Energy Studies, Energy Acres, Dehradun, India
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Boskabadi SH, Balanezhad SZ, Neamati A, Tabrizi MH. The green-synthesized zinc oxide nanoparticle as a novel natural apoptosis inducer in human breast (MCF7 and MDA-MB231) and colon (HT-29) cancer cells. INORG NANO-MET CHEM 2020. [DOI: 10.1080/24701556.2020.1808991] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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- Department of Biology, Mashhad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Mashhad, Iran
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Martín MJ, Gentili C, Lassalle V. In vitro Biological Tests as the First Tools To Validate Magnetic Nanotheranostics for Colorectal Cancer Models. ChemMedChem 2020; 15:1003-1017. [PMID: 32365271 DOI: 10.1002/cmdc.202000119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2020] [Revised: 05/03/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Colorectal cancer (CRC) remains a leading cause of cancer death. Nanotechnology has focused on reaching more effective treatments. In this concern, magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) have been studied for a wide range of biomedical applications related to CRC, such as diagnostic imaging, drug delivery and thermal therapy. However, limited research is currently found in the open literature that refers to nanosystems combining all these mentioned areas (theranostics). When developing nanosystems intended as theranostics applied to CRC, possible variations between patients must be considered. Therefore, multiple in vitro assays are required as guidance for future preclinical and clinical trials. The objective of this contribution is to evaluate the available and recent literature regarding the interactions of MNP and CRC models, aiming to critically analyze the information given by the commonly used assays and evaluate the data provided by each one with a view to implementing this novel technology in CRC diagnostics and therapy.
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- María Julia Martín
- INQUISUR, Departamento de Química, Universidad Nacional del Sur (CONICET-UNS), Alem 1253, Bahía Blanca, Argentina.,INBIOSUR, Departamento de Biología, Bioquímica y Farmacia, Universidad Nacional del Sur (CONICET-UNS), San Juan 670, Bahía Blanca, Argentina
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- INBIOSUR, Departamento de Biología, Bioquímica y Farmacia, Universidad Nacional del Sur (CONICET-UNS), San Juan 670, Bahía Blanca, Argentina
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- INQUISUR, Departamento de Química, Universidad Nacional del Sur (CONICET-UNS), Alem 1253, Bahía Blanca, Argentina
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Wiesmann N, Tremel W, Brieger J. Zinc oxide nanoparticles for therapeutic purposes in cancer medicine. J Mater Chem B 2020; 8:4973-4989. [DOI: 10.1039/d0tb00739k] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Zinc oxide nanoparticles are characterized by a good biocompatibility while providing a versatile potential as innovative therapeutic agents in cancer medicine.
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- Nadine Wiesmann
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
- University Medical Centre of the Johannes Gutenberg-University
- Laboratory for Molecular Tumor Biology
- 55131 Mainz
- Germany
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- Department of Chemistry
- Johannes Gutenberg-University
- 55128 Mainz
- Germany
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
- University Medical Centre of the Johannes Gutenberg-University
- Laboratory for Molecular Tumor Biology
- 55131 Mainz
- Germany
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Zinc oxide nanoparticles induce human multiple myeloma cell death via reactive oxygen species and Cyt-C/Apaf-1/Caspase-9/Caspase-3 signaling pathway in vitro. Biomed Pharmacother 2019; 122:109712. [PMID: 31918281 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2019.109712] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2019] [Revised: 11/11/2019] [Accepted: 11/25/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Human multiple myeloma (MM) is a malignant and incurable B cell tumor. Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) have been widely used in biomedical fields including anti-bacterial and anti-tumor. However, the influence of ZnO NPs on MM cells is still unclear. The present study aimed to investigate the effect of ZnO NPs on MM cell (a human myeloma-derived RPMI8226 cell line) death in vitro and the underlying mechanism. METHODS The morphology of ZnO NPs was characterized by transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and the inhibitory and apoptotic effect of ZnO NPs on human MM cells was monitored by a CCK-8 method and an Annexin V-FITC/PI assay. Meanwhile, the morphological change in the cells after exposure to ZnO NPs was observed by a light field microscope. Moreover, the effects of ZnO NPs on the ATP level, reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation, and apoptosis were separately explored by the DCFH-DA fluorescent probe, flow cytometry, and ATP bioluminescence assay. Moreover, the expression of cytochrome C (Cyt-C), Apaf-1, Caspase-9 and Caspase-3 at mRNA and protein levels was further determined by using quantitative PCR (Q-PCR) and western blotting. In the present study, the human peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) were used as normal control samples for the relevant experiment. RESULTS The results indicated that ZnO NPs could significantly inhibit human MM cell proliferation and cell death in a time- and dose-dependent manner in vitro, and this outcome can be confirmed by cell morphology and apoptosis assay. Meanwhile, the results also showed that ZnO NPs could effectively increase ROS production and decrease ATP levels in human MM cells. ZnO NPs could also significantly elevate the expression of Cyt-C, Apaf-1, Caspase-9 and Caspase-3 at mRNA and protein levels, leading to cell death. By contrast, ZnO NPs showed little cytotoxic influence on PBMCs. CONCLUSION ZnO NPs can significantly induce human MM cell death in a time- and dose-dependent manner in vitro, decrease the ATP production and enhance the ROS generation. ZnO NPs can also increase Cyt-C, Apaf-1, Caspase-9 and Caspase-3 expression at mRNA and protein levels in human MM cells, and initiate MM cell apoptosis, indicating that Cyt-C, Apaf-1, Caspase-9 and Caspase-3 play crucial roles in ZnO NPs-induced, mitochondria-mediated apoptosis in human MM cells. Overall, ZnO NPs may be a potential agent in treating human multiple myeloma in clinical practice.
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Salari S, Neamati A, Tabrizi MH, Seyedi SMR. Green‐synthesized Zinc oxide nanoparticle, an efficient safe anticancer compound for human breast MCF7 cancer cells. Appl Organomet Chem 2019. [DOI: 10.1002/aoc.5417] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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- Sahar Salari
- Department of Biology, Mashhad BranchIslamic Azad University Mashhad Iran
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- Department of Biology, Mashhad BranchIslamic Azad University Mashhad Iran
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Facile biofabrication, characterization, evaluation of photocatalytic, antipathogenic activity and in vitro cytotoxicity of zinc oxide nanoparticles. BIOCATALYSIS AND AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bcab.2019.101436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Padmanabhan A, Kaushik M, Niranjan R, Richards JS, Ebright B, Venkatasubbu GD. Zinc Oxide nanoparticles induce oxidative and proteotoxic stress in ovarian cancer cells and trigger apoptosis Independent of p53-mutation status. APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE 2019; 487:807-818. [PMID: 32042215 PMCID: PMC7009796 DOI: 10.1016/j.apsusc.2019.05.099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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Ovarian cancer continues to be the most lethal among gynecological malignancies and the major cause for cancer-associated mortality among women. Limitations of current ovarian cancer therapeutics is highlighted by the high frequency of drug-resistant recurrent tumors and the extremely poor 5-year survival rates. Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) have shown promise in various biomedical applications including utility as anti-cancer agents. Here, we describe the synthesis and characterization of physical properties of ZnO-NPs of increasing particle size (15 nm - 55 nm) and evaluate their benefits as an ovarian cancer therapeutic using established human ovarian cancer cell lines. Our results demonstrate that the ZnO-NPs induce acute oxidative and proteotoxic stress in ovarian cancer cells leading to their death via apoptosis. The cytotoxic effect of the ZnO-NPs was found to increase slightly with a decrease in nanoparticle size. While ZnO-NPs caused depletion of both wild-type and gain-of-function (GOF) mutant p53 protein in ovarian cancer cells, their ability to induce apoptosis was found to be independent of the p53-mutation status in these cells. Taken together, these results highlight the potential of ZnO-NPs to serve as an anti-cancer therapeutic agent for treating ovarian cancers independent of the p53 mutants of the cancer cells.
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- Achuth Padmanabhan
- Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX. 77030. USA
- Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX. 77030. USA
- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX. 77030. USA
- Co-corresponding authors
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- Department of Nanotechnology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tamil Nadu. 603203. India
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- Department of Nanotechnology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tamil Nadu. 603203. India
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- Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX. 77030. USA
- Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX. 77030. USA
- Center for Reproductive Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX. 77030. USA
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- Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX. 77030. USA
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- Department of Nanotechnology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tamil Nadu. 603203. India
- Co-corresponding authors
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El-Shorbagy HM, Eissa SM, Sabet S, El-Ghor AA. Apoptosis and oxidative stress as relevant mechanisms of antitumor activity and genotoxicity of ZnO-NPs alone and in combination with N-acetyl cysteine in tumor-bearing mice. Int J Nanomedicine 2019; 14:3911-3928. [PMID: 31213808 PMCID: PMC6549730 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s204757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2019] [Accepted: 04/09/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background: Several in vitro studies have revealed that zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NPs) were able to target cancerous cells selectively with minimal damage to healthy cells. Purpose: In the current study, we aimed to evaluate the antitumor activity of ZnO-NPs in Ehrlich solid carcinoma (ESC) bearing mice by measuring their effect on the expression levels of P53, Bax and Bcl2 genes as indicators of apoptotic induction in tumor tissues. Also, we assessed the potential ameliorative or potentiation effect of 100 mg/kg N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) in combination with ZnO-NPs. Materials and methods: ESC bearing mice were gavaged with three different doses of ZnO-NPs (50, 300 and 500 mg/kg body weight) alone or in combination with NAC for seven consecutive days. In addition to measuring the tumor size, pathological changes, zinc content, oxidative stress biomarkers and DNA damage in ESC, normal muscle, liver and kidney tissues were assessed. Results: Data revealed a significant reduction in tumor size with a significant increase in p53 and Bax and decrease in Bcl2 expression levels in the tissues of ZnO-NPs treated ESC bearing mice. Moreover, a significant elevation of MDA accompanied with a significant reduction of CAT and GST. Also, a marked increase in all comet assay parameters was detected in ZnO-NPs treated groups. On the other hand, the combined treatment with ZnO-NPs and NAC significantly reduced reactive oxygen species production and DNA damage in liver and kidney tissues in all ZnO-NPs treated groups. Conclusion: ZnO-NPs exhibited a promising anticancer efficacy in ESC, this could serve as a foundation for developing new cancer therapeutics. Meanwhile, the combined treatment with ZnO-NPs and NAC could act as a protective method for the healthy normal tissue against ZnO-NPs toxicity, without affecting its antitumor activity.
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- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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Umar H, Kavaz D, Rizaner N. Biosynthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using Albizia lebbeck stem bark, and evaluation of its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and cytotoxic activities on human breast cancer cell lines. Int J Nanomedicine 2018; 14:87-100. [PMID: 30587987 PMCID: PMC6304255 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s186888] [Citation(s) in RCA: 115] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Background Biocompatibility and stability of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) synthesized using plants is an interesting research area of study in nanotechnology, due to its wide applications in biomedical, industrial, cell imaging, and biosensor fields. The present study reports the novel green synthesis of stable ZnO NPs using various concentrations of zinc nitrate (0.01M, 0.05M, 0.1M) and Albizia lebbeck stem bark extracts as an efficient chelating agent. Antimicrobial, antioxidant, cytotoxic, and antiproliferative activities of the synthesized NPs on human breast cancer cell lines were evaluated using different assays. Methods Characterization of the synthesized ZnO NPs were carried out using various spectroscopic and microscopic techniques. Antimicrobial activity evaluation using disc diffusion method, antioxidant activity using hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) free radical scavenging assay and cytotoxic activity on MDA-MB 231 and MCF-7 using tryphan blue dye exclusion and MTT assay. Results The UV–vis spectroscopy result revealed an absorption peak in the range of 370 nm. The involvements of A. lebbeck bioactive compounds in the stabilization of the ZnO NPs were confirmed by X-ray diffraction and Fourier transform infrared analysis. Zeta sizer studies showed an average size of 66.25 nm with a polydisparity index of 0.262. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) analyses results revealed irregular spherical morphology and the presence of primarily Zn, C, O, Na, P, and K, respectively. The biosynthesized ZnO NPs revealed strong antimicrobial potentials against various gram-negative and gram-positive bacterial pathogens. Antioxidant activities carried out using H2O2 free radical scavenging assay revealed higher IC50 values of 48.5, 48.7, and 60.2 µg/mL for 0.1M, 0.05M, and 0.01M ZnO NPs, respectively. Moreover, the biosynthesized ZnO NPs showed significant cytotoxic effects on MDA-MB 231 and MCF-7 breast cancer cell lines (P< 0.001, n≥3) in a concentration-dependent manner. Conclusion Overall, various concentrations of ZnO NPs were synthesized through a stable, simple, and eco-friendly green route via the use of A. lebbeck stem bark extract. The biosynthesized ZnO NPs showed strong antimicrobial, antioxidant and cytotoxic activity against strongly and weakly metastatic breast cancer cell lines.
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- Huzaifa Umar
- Department of Bioengineering, Institute of Graduate Studies and Research, Cyprus International University, Mersin, Turkey, .,Biotechnology Research Center, Cyprus International University, Mersin, Turkey, .,Bioengineering Department, Cyprus International University, Mersin, Turkey,
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- Department of Bioengineering, Institute of Graduate Studies and Research, Cyprus International University, Mersin, Turkey, .,Biotechnology Research Center, Cyprus International University, Mersin, Turkey, .,Bioengineering Department, Cyprus International University, Mersin, Turkey,
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- Department of Bioengineering, Institute of Graduate Studies and Research, Cyprus International University, Mersin, Turkey, .,Biotechnology Research Center, Cyprus International University, Mersin, Turkey, .,Bioengineering Department, Cyprus International University, Mersin, Turkey,
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Khan FA, Akhtar S, Almohazey D, Alomari M, Almofty SA, Eliassari A. Fluorescent magnetic submicronic polymer (FMSP) nanoparticles induce cell death in human colorectal carcinoma cells. ARTIFICIAL CELLS NANOMEDICINE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY 2018; 46:S247-S253. [DOI: 10.1080/21691401.2018.1491476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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- Firdos Alam Khan
- Department of Stem Cell Biology, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biophysics, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Stem Cell Biology, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Stem Cell Biology, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Stem Cell Biology, Institute for Research and Medical Consultations, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- University of Lyon, Lyon, France
- LAGEP-CPE, University Lyon 1, Villeurbanne, CNRS, UMR 5007, Villeurbanne, France
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Jiang J, Pi J, Cai J. The Advancing of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles for Biomedical Applications. Bioinorg Chem Appl 2018; 2018:1062562. [PMID: 30073019 PMCID: PMC6057429 DOI: 10.1155/2018/1062562] [Citation(s) in RCA: 404] [Impact Index Per Article: 67.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2018] [Revised: 05/13/2018] [Accepted: 05/21/2018] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
Abstract
Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) are used in an increasing number of industrial products such as rubber, paint, coating, and cosmetics. In the past two decades, ZnO NPs have become one of the most popular metal oxide nanoparticles in biological applications due to their excellent biocompatibility, economic, and low toxicity. ZnO NPs have emerged a promising potential in biomedicine, especially in the fields of anticancer and antibacterial fields, which are involved with their potent ability to trigger excess reactive oxygen species (ROS) production, release zinc ions, and induce cell apoptosis. In addition, zinc is well known to keep the structural integrity of insulin. So, ZnO NPs also have been effectively developed for antidiabetic treatment. Moreover, ZnO NPs show excellent luminescent properties and have turned them into one of the main candidates for bioimaging. Here, we summarize the synthesis and recent advances of ZnO NPs in the biomedical fields, which will be helpful for facilitating their future research progress and focusing on biomedical fields.
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Affiliation(s)
- Jinhuan Jiang
- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicines, Macau University of Science and Technology, Macau, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicines, Macau University of Science and Technology, Macau, China
| | - Jiye Cai
- State Key Laboratory of Quality Research in Chinese Medicines, Macau University of Science and Technology, Macau, China
- Department of Chemistry, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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