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Harshitha M, D'souza R, Disha S, Akshath US, Dubey S, Munang'andu HM, Chakraborty A, Karunasagar I, Maiti B. Polylactic-Co-glycolic Acid Polymer-Based Nano-Encapsulation Using Recombinant Maltoporin of Aeromonas hydrophila as Potential Vaccine Candidate. Mol Biotechnol 2024:10.1007/s12033-024-01117-6. [PMID: 38512427 DOI: 10.1007/s12033-024-01117-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2023] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024]
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Aquaculture production has been incurring economic losses due to infectious diseases by opportunistic pathogens like Aeromonas hydrophila, a bacterial agent that commonly affects warm water aquacultured fish. Developing an effective vaccine with an appropriate delivery system can elicit an immune response that would be a useful disease management strategy through prevention. The most practical method of administration would be the oral delivery of vaccine developed through nano-biotechnology. In this study, the gene encoding an outer membrane protein, maltoporin, of A. hydrophila, was identified, sequenced, and studied using bioinformatics tools to examine its potential as a vaccine candidate. Using a double emulsion method, the molecule was cloned, over-expressed, and encapsulated in a biodegradable polymer polylactic-co-glycolic acid (PLGA). The immunogenicity of maltoporin was identified through in silico analysis and thus taken up for nanovaccine preparation. The encapsulation efficiency of maltoporin was 63%, with an in vitro release of 55% protein in 48 h. The particle size and morphology of the encapsulated protein exhibited properties that could induce stability and function as an effective carrier system to deliver the antigen to the site and trigger immune response. Results show promise that the PLGA-mediated delivery system could be a potential carrier in developing a fish vaccine via oral administration. They provide insight for developing nanovaccine, since sustained in vitro release and biocompatibility were observed. There is further scope to study the immune response and examine the protective immunity induced by the nanoparticle-encapsulated maltoporin by oral delivery to fish.
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- Mave Harshitha
- Nitte (Deemed to Be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research, Department of Bio and Nano Technology, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to Be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research, Department of Bio and Nano Technology, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to Be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research, Department of Bio and Nano Technology, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to Be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research, Department of Bio and Nano Technology, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore, 575018, India
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Production Animal Clinical Sciences, Section of Experimental Biomedicine, Norwegian University of Life Sciences, Ås, Norway
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- Nitte (Deemed to be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research, Department of Molecular Genetics and Cancer, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangaluru, 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to Be University), DST Technology Enabling Centre, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangaluru, 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to Be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research, Department of Bio and Nano Technology, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore, 575018, India.
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Peng Y, Yang Z, Sun H, Li J, Lan X, Liu S. Nanomaterials in Medicine: Understanding Cellular Uptake, Localization, and Retention for Enhanced Disease Diagnosis and Therapy. Aging Dis 2024:AD.2024.0206-1. [PMID: 38421835 DOI: 10.14336/ad.2024.0206-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2023] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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Nanomaterials (NMs) have emerged as promising tools for disease diagnosis and therapy due to their unique physicochemical properties. To maximize the effectiveness and design of NMs-based medical applications, it is essential to comprehend the complex mechanisms of cellular uptake, subcellular localization, and cellular retention. This review illuminates the various pathways that NMs take to get from the extracellular environment to certain intracellular compartments by investigating the various mechanisms that underlie their interaction with cells. The cellular uptake of NMs involves complex interactions with cell membranes, encompassing endocytosis, phagocytosis, and other active transport mechanisms. Unique uptake patterns across cell types highlight the necessity for customized NMs designs. After internalization, NMs move through a variety of intracellular routes that affect where they are located subcellularly. Understanding these pathways is pivotal for enhancing the targeted delivery of therapeutic agents and imaging probes. Furthermore, the cellular retention of NMs plays a critical role in sustained therapeutic efficacy and long-term imaging capabilities. Factors influencing cellular retention include nanoparticle size, surface chemistry, and the cellular microenvironment. Strategies for prolonging cellular retention are discussed, including surface modifications and encapsulation techniques. In conclusion, a comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms governing cellular uptake, subcellular localization, and cellular retention of NMs is essential for advancing their application in disease diagnosis and therapy. This review provides insights into the intricate interplay between NMs and biological systems, offering a foundation for the rational design of next-generation nanomedicines.
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- Yue Peng
- Collaborative Innovation Centre of Regenerative Medicine and Medical BioResource Development and Application Co-constructed by the Province and Ministry, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine & Key Laboratory of Longevity and Aging-related Diseases of Chinese Ministry of Education, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
- Guangxi Colleges and Universities Key Laboratory of Biological Molecular Medicine Research & Guangxi Key Laboratory of Brain Science, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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- Collaborative Innovation Centre of Regenerative Medicine and Medical BioResource Development and Application Co-constructed by the Province and Ministry, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine & Key Laboratory of Longevity and Aging-related Diseases of Chinese Ministry of Education, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
- Guangxi Colleges and Universities Key Laboratory of Biological Molecular Medicine Research & Guangxi Key Laboratory of Brain Science, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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- Collaborative Innovation Centre of Regenerative Medicine and Medical BioResource Development and Application Co-constructed by the Province and Ministry, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine & Key Laboratory of Longevity and Aging-related Diseases of Chinese Ministry of Education, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
- Guangxi Colleges and Universities Key Laboratory of Biological Molecular Medicine Research & Guangxi Key Laboratory of Brain Science, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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- Collaborative Innovation Centre of Regenerative Medicine and Medical BioResource Development and Application Co-constructed by the Province and Ministry, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine & Key Laboratory of Longevity and Aging-related Diseases of Chinese Ministry of Education, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
- Guangxi Colleges and Universities Key Laboratory of Biological Molecular Medicine Research & Guangxi Key Laboratory of Brain Science, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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- Guangxi Colleges and Universities Key Laboratory of Biological Molecular Medicine Research & Guangxi Key Laboratory of Brain Science, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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- Collaborative Innovation Centre of Regenerative Medicine and Medical BioResource Development and Application Co-constructed by the Province and Ministry, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine & Key Laboratory of Longevity and Aging-related Diseases of Chinese Ministry of Education, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
- Guangxi Colleges and Universities Key Laboratory of Biological Molecular Medicine Research & Guangxi Key Laboratory of Brain Science, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
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Nourani L, Lotfi A, Vand-Rajabpour H, Pourhashem Z, Nemati F, Mehrizi AA. Optimized Refolding Buffers Oriented Humoral Immune Responses Versus PfGCS1 Self-Assembled Peptide Nanoparticle. Mol Biotechnol 2024:10.1007/s12033-023-01044-y. [PMID: 38267696 DOI: 10.1007/s12033-023-01044-y] [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: 10/25/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/26/2024]
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Developing a novel class of vaccine is pivotal for eliminating and eradicating malaria. Preceding investigations demonstrated partial blocking activity in malaria transmission against recombinant vaccine PfHAP2-GCS1 and conserved region of the cd loop. The effectiveness of immune response varies with the size and shape of the self-assembly of peptide nanoparticles (SAPNs) displaying antigen, affected by different components in refolding buffers. Plasmodium falciparum Generative Cell Specific 1 (PfGCS1), a promising malaria transmission-blocking vaccine (TBV) candidate, was expressed, purified, and followed by a four-step refolding process to form nanoparticles (PfGCS1-SAPNs). The influence of buffer components on the size and shape of SAPNs was investigated by DLS and FESEM. Furthermore, the immunogenicity of nanostructures was assessed in different mouse groups. The results showed that PfGCS1-SAPN was immunogenic and its administration with Poly (I:C), stimulated humoral and cellular responses in the mouse model. In the immunized mice groups, the level of IgG antibodies against PfGCS1-SAPN was significantly increased in different time points (second and third boost) and heterogeneous boosters. The various IgG-subclasses profile shifted to Th1, Th2, or Th1/Th2 mix responses in mice immunized with PfGCS1-SAPN refolded in different buffers, indicating a prerequisite for further investigations to optimize vaccine formulation to enhance and modulate Th1/cellular responses. Such studies pave the way to improve biophysical features related to the nanoparticles' size, shape, and conformational epitopes of candidate antigens and T- and B-cells presented on the superficial structure to elicit robust immune responses.
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- Leila Nourani
- Malaria and Vector Research Group (MVRG), Biotechnology Research Center (BRC), Pasteur Institute of Iran, P.O. Box: 1316943551, Tehran, Iran
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- Malaria and Vector Research Group (MVRG), Biotechnology Research Center (BRC), Pasteur Institute of Iran, P.O. Box: 1316943551, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Science and Technology, Tehran Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Malaria and Vector Research Group (MVRG), Biotechnology Research Center (BRC), Pasteur Institute of Iran, P.O. Box: 1316943551, Tehran, Iran
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- Malaria and Vector Research Group (MVRG), Biotechnology Research Center (BRC), Pasteur Institute of Iran, P.O. Box: 1316943551, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Science and Technology, Tehran Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Malaria and Vector Research Group (MVRG), Biotechnology Research Center (BRC), Pasteur Institute of Iran, P.O. Box: 1316943551, Tehran, Iran.
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Hermosillo-Abundis C, Angulo-Molina A, Méndez-Rojas MA. Erythrocyte Vulnerability to Airborne Nanopollutants. TOXICS 2024; 12:92. [PMID: 38276727 PMCID: PMC10818893 DOI: 10.3390/toxics12010092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2023] [Revised: 01/16/2024] [Accepted: 01/19/2024] [Indexed: 01/27/2024]
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The toxicological impact of airborne polluting ultrafine particles (UFPs, also classified as nanoparticles with average sizes of less than 100 nm) is an emerging area of research pursuing a better understanding of the health hazards they pose to humans and other organisms. Hemolytic activity is a toxicity parameter that can be assessed quickly and easily to establish part of a nanoparticle's behavior once it reaches our circulatory system. However, it is exceedingly difficult to determine to what extent each of the nanoparticles present in the air is responsible for the detrimental effects exhibited. At the same time, current hemolytic assessment methodologies pose a series of limitations for the interpretation of results. An alternative is to synthesize nanoparticles that model selected typical types of UFPs in air pollution and evaluate their individual contributions to adverse health effects under a clinical assay of osmotic fragility. Here, we discuss evidence pointing out that the absence of hemolysis is not always a synonym for safety; exposure to model nanopollutants, even at low concentrations, is enough to increase erythrocyte susceptibility and dysfunction. A modified osmotic fragility assay in combination with a morphological inspection of the nanopollutant-erythrocyte interaction allows a richer interpretation of the exposure outcomes. Membrane-nanoparticle interplay has a leading role in the vulnerability observed. Therefore, future research in this line of work should pay special attention to the evaluation of the mechanisms that cause membrane damage.
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- Cristina Hermosillo-Abundis
- Department of Chemical & Biological Sciences, Universidad de las Américas Puebla, San Andres Cholula, Puebla 72810, Mexico;
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- Department of Chemical Biological Sciences, Universidad de Sonora, Hermosillo 83000, Mexico;
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- Department of Chemical & Biological Sciences, Universidad de las Américas Puebla, San Andres Cholula, Puebla 72810, Mexico;
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Farasati Far B, Rabiee N, Iravani S. Environmental implications of metal-organic frameworks and MXenes in biomedical applications: a perspective. RSC Adv 2023; 13:34562-34575. [PMID: 38024989 PMCID: PMC10668918 DOI: 10.1039/d3ra07092a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and MXenes have demonstrated immense potential for biomedical applications, offering a plethora of advantages. MXenes, in particular, exhibit robust mechanical strength, hydrophilicity, large surface areas, significant light absorption potential, and tunable surface terminations, among other remarkable characteristics. Meanwhile, MOFs possess high porosity and large surface area, making them ideal for protecting active biomolecules and serving as carriers for drug delivery, hence their extensive study in the field of biomedicine. However, akin to other (nano)materials, concerns regarding their environmental implications persist. The number of studies investigating the toxicity and biocompatibility of MXenes and MOFs is growing, albeit further systematic research is needed to thoroughly understand their biosafety issues and biological effects prior to clinical trials. The synthesis of MXenes often involves the use of strong acids and high temperatures, which, if not properly managed, can have adverse effects on the environment. Efforts should be made to minimize the release of harmful byproducts and ensure proper waste management during the production process. In addition, it is crucial to assess the potential release of MXenes into the environment during their use in biomedical applications. For the biomedical applications of MOFs, several challenges exist. These include high fabrication costs, poor selectivity, low capacity, the quest for stable and water-resistant MOFs, as well as difficulties in recycling/regeneration and maintaining chemical/thermal/mechanical stability. Thus, careful consideration of the biosafety issues associated with their fabrication and utilization is vital. In addition to the synthesis and manufacturing processes, the ultimate utilization and fate of MOFs and MXenes in biomedical applications must be taken into account. While numerous reviews have been published regarding the biomedical applications of MOFs and MXenes, this perspective aims to shed light on the key environmental implications and biosafety issues, urging researchers to conduct further research in this field. Thus, the crucial aspects of the environmental implications and biosafety of MOFs and MXenes in biomedicine are thoroughly discussed, focusing on the main challenges and outlining future directions.
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- Bahareh Farasati Far
- Department of Chemistry, Iran University of Science and Technology Tehran 1684611367 Iran
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- School of Engineering, Macquarie University Sydney New South Wales 2109 Australia
- Centre for Molecular Medicine and Innovative Therapeutics, Murdoch University Perth WA 6150 Australia
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Varzi V, Fratini E, Falconieri M, Giovannini D, Cemmi A, Scifo J, Di Sarcina I, Aprà P, Sturari S, Mino L, Tomagra G, Infusino E, Landoni V, Marino C, Mancuso M, Picollo F, Pazzaglia S. Nanodiamond Effects on Cancer Cell Radiosensitivity: The Interplay between Their Chemical/Physical Characteristics and the Irradiation Energy. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:16622. [PMID: 38068942 PMCID: PMC10706717 DOI: 10.3390/ijms242316622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 11/15/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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Nanoparticles are being increasingly studied to enhance radiation effects. Among them, nanodiamonds (NDs) are taken into great consideration due to their low toxicity, inertness, chemical stability, and the possibility of surface functionalization. The objective of this study is to explore the influence of the chemical/physical properties of NDs on cellular radiosensitivity to combined treatments with radiation beams of different energies. DAOY, a human radioresistant medulloblastoma cell line was treated with NDs-differing for surface modifications [hydrogenated (H-NDs) and oxidized (OX-NDs)], size, and concentration-and analysed for (i) ND internalization and intracellular localization, (ii) clonogenic survival after combined treatment with different radiation beam energies and (iii) DNA damage and apoptosis, to explore the nature of ND-radiation biological interactions. Results show that chemical/physical characteristics of NDs are crucial in determining cell toxicity, with hydrogenated NDs (H-NDs) decreasing either cellular viability when administered alone, or cell survival when combined with radiation, depending on ND size and concentration, while OX-NDs do not. Also, irradiation at high energy (γ-rays at 1.25 MeV), in combination with H-NDs, is more efficient in eliciting radiosensitisation when compared to irradiation at lower energy (X-rays at 250 kVp). Finally, the molecular mechanisms of ND radiosensitisation was addressed, demonstrating that cell killing is mediated by the induction of Caspase-3-dependent apoptosis that is independent to DNA damage. Identifying the optimal combination of ND characteristics and radiation energy has the potential to offer a promising therapeutic strategy for tackling radioresistant cancers using H-NDs in conjunction with high-energy radiation.
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- Veronica Varzi
- Physics Department, National Institute of Nuclear Physics, Section of Turin, University of Turin, Via P. Giuria 1, 10125 Turin, Italy; (V.V.); (P.A.); (S.S.)
- Laboratory of Biomedical Technologies, Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA), Casaccia Research Centre, Via Anguillarese 301, 00123 Rome, Italy; (E.F.); (D.G.); (C.M.); (M.M.)
- Nanomaterials for Industry and Sustainability (NIS) Inter-Departmental Centre, University of Turin, Via Quarello 15/A, 10125 Turin, Italy;
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- Laboratory of Biomedical Technologies, Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA), Casaccia Research Centre, Via Anguillarese 301, 00123 Rome, Italy; (E.F.); (D.G.); (C.M.); (M.M.)
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- Fusion and Technology for Nuclear Safety and Security Department, Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA), Casaccia Research Centre, Via Anguillarese 301, 00123 Rome, Italy;
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- Laboratory of Biomedical Technologies, Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA), Casaccia Research Centre, Via Anguillarese 301, 00123 Rome, Italy; (E.F.); (D.G.); (C.M.); (M.M.)
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- Innovative Nuclear Systems Laboratory, Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA), Casaccia Research Centre, Via Anguillarese 301, 00123 Rome, Italy; (A.C.); (J.S.); (I.D.S.)
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- Innovative Nuclear Systems Laboratory, Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA), Casaccia Research Centre, Via Anguillarese 301, 00123 Rome, Italy; (A.C.); (J.S.); (I.D.S.)
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- Innovative Nuclear Systems Laboratory, Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA), Casaccia Research Centre, Via Anguillarese 301, 00123 Rome, Italy; (A.C.); (J.S.); (I.D.S.)
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- Physics Department, National Institute of Nuclear Physics, Section of Turin, University of Turin, Via P. Giuria 1, 10125 Turin, Italy; (V.V.); (P.A.); (S.S.)
- Nanomaterials for Industry and Sustainability (NIS) Inter-Departmental Centre, University of Turin, Via Quarello 15/A, 10125 Turin, Italy;
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- Physics Department, National Institute of Nuclear Physics, Section of Turin, University of Turin, Via P. Giuria 1, 10125 Turin, Italy; (V.V.); (P.A.); (S.S.)
- Nanomaterials for Industry and Sustainability (NIS) Inter-Departmental Centre, University of Turin, Via Quarello 15/A, 10125 Turin, Italy;
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- Nanomaterials for Industry and Sustainability (NIS) Inter-Departmental Centre, University of Turin, Via Quarello 15/A, 10125 Turin, Italy;
- Chemistry Department, University of Turin, Via P. Giuria 7, 10125 Turin, Italy
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- Drug Science and Technology Department, University of Turin, Corso Raffaello 30, 10125 Turin, Italy;
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- Medical Physics Laboratory, IRCCS Istituto Nazionale Tumori Regina Elena, Via Elio Chianesi 53, 00144 Rome, Italy; (E.I.); (V.L.)
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- Medical Physics Laboratory, IRCCS Istituto Nazionale Tumori Regina Elena, Via Elio Chianesi 53, 00144 Rome, Italy; (E.I.); (V.L.)
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- Laboratory of Biomedical Technologies, Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA), Casaccia Research Centre, Via Anguillarese 301, 00123 Rome, Italy; (E.F.); (D.G.); (C.M.); (M.M.)
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- Laboratory of Biomedical Technologies, Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA), Casaccia Research Centre, Via Anguillarese 301, 00123 Rome, Italy; (E.F.); (D.G.); (C.M.); (M.M.)
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- Physics Department, National Institute of Nuclear Physics, Section of Turin, University of Turin, Via P. Giuria 1, 10125 Turin, Italy; (V.V.); (P.A.); (S.S.)
- Nanomaterials for Industry and Sustainability (NIS) Inter-Departmental Centre, University of Turin, Via Quarello 15/A, 10125 Turin, Italy;
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- Laboratory of Biomedical Technologies, Italian National Agency for New Technologies, Energy and Sustainable Economic Development (ENEA), Casaccia Research Centre, Via Anguillarese 301, 00123 Rome, Italy; (E.F.); (D.G.); (C.M.); (M.M.)
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Hong TJ, Sivakumar C, Luo CW, Ho MS. Investigation of TiO 2 nanoparticle interactions in the fibroblast NIH-3T3 cells via liquid-mode atomic force microscope. Arch Toxicol 2023; 97:2893-2901. [PMID: 37612376 DOI: 10.1007/s00204-023-03585-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 08/25/2023]
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Long before we recognized how significant they were, nanoparticles were already all around in the environment. Since then, an extensive number of synthetic nanoparticles have been engineered to improve our quality of life through rigorous scientific research on their uses in practically every industry, including semiconductor devices, food, medicine, and agriculture. The extensive usage of nanoparticles in commodities that come into proximity with human skin and internal organs through medicine has raised significant concerns over the years. TiO2 nanoparticles (NPs) are widely employed in a wide range of industries, such as cosmetics and food packaging. The interaction and internalization of TiO2 NPs in living cells have been studied by the scientific community for many years. In the present study, we investigated the cell viability, nanomechanical characteristics, and fluorescence response of NIH-3T3 cells treated with sterile DMEM TiO2 nanoparticle solution using a liquid-mode atomic force microscope and a fluorescence microscope. Two different sorts of response systems have been observed in the cells depending on the size of the NPs. TiO2 nanoparticles smaller than 100 nm support its initial stages cell viability, and cells internalize and metabolize NPs. In contrast, bigger TiO2 NPs (> 100 nm) are not completely metabolized and cannot impair cell survival. Furthermore, bigger NPs above 100 nm could not be digested by the cells, therefore hindering cell development, whereas below 100 nm TiO2 stimulated uncontrolled cell growth akin to cancerous type cells. The cytoskeleton softens as a result of particle internalization, as seen by the nanomechanical characteristics of the nanoparticle treated cells. According to our investigations, TiO2 smaller than 100 nm facilitates unintended cancer cell proliferation, whereas larger NPs ultimately suppress cell growth. Before being incorporated into commercial products, similar effects or repercussions that could result from employing different NPs should be carefully examined.
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- Tz-Ju Hong
- Department of Electrophysics, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu, 30010, Taiwan
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- Department of Electrophysics, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu, 30010, Taiwan
- National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center (NSRRC), Hsinchu, 30076, Taiwan
- Institute of Physics and Center for Emergent Functional Matter Science, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Hsinchu, 30010, Taiwan
- Taiwan Consortium of Emergent Crystalline Materials (TCECM), Ministry of Science and Technology, Taipei, 10601, Taiwan
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- Department of Physics, National Chung Hsing University, Taichung City, 40227, Taiwan.
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Harshitha M, Nayak A, Disha S, Akshath US, Dubey S, Munang'andu HM, Chakraborty A, Karunasagar I, Maiti B. Nanovaccines to Combat Aeromonas hydrophila Infections in Warm-Water Aquaculture: Opportunities and Challenges. Vaccines (Basel) 2023; 11:1555. [PMID: 37896958 PMCID: PMC10611256 DOI: 10.3390/vaccines11101555] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2023] [Revised: 09/27/2023] [Accepted: 09/29/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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The application of nanotechnology in aquaculture for developing efficient vaccines has shown great potential in recent years. Nanovaccination, which involves encapsulating antigens of fish pathogens in various polymeric materials and nanoparticles, can afford protection to the antigens and a sustained release of the molecule. Oral administration of nanoparticles would be a convenient and cost-effective method for delivering vaccines in aquaculture while eliminating the need for stressful, labour-intensive injectables. The small size of nanoparticles allows them to overcome the degradative digestive enzymes and help deliver antigens to the target site of the fish more effectively. This targeted-delivery approach would help trigger cellular and humoral immune responses more efficiently, thereby enhancing the protective efficacy of vaccines. This is particularly relevant for combating diseases caused by pathogens like Aeromonas hydrophila, a major fish pathogen responsible for significant morbidity and mortality in the aquaculture sector. While the use of nanoparticle-based vaccines in aquaculture has shown promise, concerns exist about the potential toxicity associated with certain types of nanoparticles. Some nanoparticles have been found to exhibit varying degrees of toxicity, and their safety profiles need to be thoroughly assessed before widespread application. The introduction of nanovaccines has opened new vistas for improving aquaculture healthcare, but must be evaluated for potential toxicity before aquaculture applications. Details of nanovaccines and their mode of action, with a focus on protecting fish from infections and outbreaks caused by the ubiquitous opportunistic pathogen A. hydrophila, are reviewed here.
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- Mave Harshitha
- Nitte (Deemed to be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research, Department of Bio & Nano Technology, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research, Department of Bio & Nano Technology, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research, Department of Bio & Nano Technology, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research, Department of Bio & Nano Technology, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore 575018, India
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- Section of Experimental Biomedicine, Department of Production Animal Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Norwegian University of Life Sciences, P.O. Box 5003, N-1432 Ås, Norway
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- Nitte (Deemed to be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research, Department of Molecular Genetics & Cancer, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangaluru 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to be University), DST Technology Enabling Centre, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangaluru 575018, India
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- Nitte (Deemed to be University), Nitte University Centre for Science Education and Research, Department of Bio & Nano Technology, Paneer Campus, Deralakatte, Mangalore 575018, India
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Healy S, Henderson ET, Ke S, Kelly J, Simons BW, Hu C, Ivkov R, Korangath P. Spatial analysis of nanoparticle distribution in human breast xenografts reveals nanoparticles targeted to cancer cells localized with tumor-associated stromal cells. Nanotheranostics 2023; 7:393-411. [PMID: 37426881 PMCID: PMC10327423 DOI: 10.7150/ntno.84255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2023] [Accepted: 05/31/2023] [Indexed: 07/11/2023] Open
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The biological influence of physicochemical parameters of "targeted" nanoparticles on their delivery to cancer tumors remains poorly understood. A comparative analysis of nanoparticle distributions in tumors following systemic delivery across several models can provide valuable insights. Methods: Bionized nanoferrite nanoparticles (iron oxide core coated with starch), either conjugated with a targeted anti-HER2 antibody (BH), or unconjugated (BP), were intravenously injected into athymic nude or NOD-scid gamma (NSG) female mice bearing one of five human breast cancer tumor xenografts growing in a mammary fat pad. Tumors were harvested 24 hours after nanoparticle injection, fixed, mounted, and stained. We performed detailed histopathology analysis by comparing spatial distributions of nanoparticles (Prussian blue) with various stromal cells (CD31, SMA, F4/80, CD11c, etc.) and the target antigen-expressing (HER2) tumor cells. Results: Only BH nanoparticles were retained in tumors and generally concentrated in the tumor periphery, with nanoparticle content diminishing towards the tumor interior. Nanoparticle distribution correlated strongly with specific stromal cells within each tumor type, which varied among tumor types and between mouse strains. Weak or no correlation between nanoparticle distribution and HER2 positive cells, or CD31 cells was observed. Conclusion: Antibody-labeled nanoparticles were retained across all tumors, irrespective of presence of the "target" antigen. Though presence of antibody on nanoparticles correlated with retention, non-cancerous host stromal cells were responsible for their retention in the tumor microenvironment. This study highlights gaps in our understanding of the complex biological interplay between disease and host immune biology, and the need to account for the influence of underlying aberrant tumor biology as factors determining nanoparticle fate in vivo.
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- Sean Healy
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Whiting School of Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore 21218, USA
- Dept of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21231 USA
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- Dept of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21231 USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Centre, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21231 USA
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- Dept of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21231 USA
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- Center for Comparative Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Centre, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21231 USA
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- Dept of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21231 USA
- Dept of Oncology, Sydney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Centre, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21231 USA
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Whiting School of Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore 21218, USA
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Whiting School of Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore 21218, USA
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- Dept of Radiation Oncology and Molecular Radiation Sciences, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21231 USA
- Dept of Oncology, Sydney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Centre, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD 21231 USA
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Ku M, Yang J. Intracellular lipophilic network transformation induced by protease-specific endocytosis of fluorescent Au nanoclusters. NANO CONVERGENCE 2023; 10:26. [PMID: 37296273 DOI: 10.1186/s40580-023-00376-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2023] [Accepted: 05/22/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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The understanding of the endocytosis process of internalized nanomedicines through membrane biomarker is essential for the development of molecular-specific nanomedicines. In various recent reports, the metalloproteases have been identified as important markers during the metastasis of cancer cells. In particular, MT1-MMP has provoked concern due to its protease activity in the degradation of the extracellular matrix adjacent to tumors. Thus, in the current work, we have applied fluorescent Au nanoclusters which present strong resistance to chemical quenching to the investigation of MT1-MMP-mediated endocytosis. We synthesized protein-based Au nanocluster (PAuNC) and MT1-MMP-specific peptide was conjugated with PAuNC (pPAuNC) for monitoring protease-mediated endocytosis. The fluorescence capacity of pPAuNC was investigated and MT1-MMP-mediated intracellular uptake of pPAuNC was subsequently confirmed by a co-localization analysis using confocal microscopy and molecular competition test. Furthermore, we confirmed a change in the intracellular lipophilic network after an endocytosis event of pPAuNC. The identical lipophilic network change did not occur with the endocytosis of bare PAuNC. By classification of the branched network between the lipophilic organelles at the nanoscale, the image-based analysis of cell organelle networking allowed the evaluation of nanoparticle internalization and impaired cellular components after intracellular accumulation at a single-cell level. Our analyses suggest a methodology to achieve a better understanding of the mechanism by which nanoparticles enter cells.
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- Minhee Ku
- Department of Radiology, College of Medicine, Yonsei University, Seoul, 03722, Republic of Korea
- Systems Molecular Radiology at Yonsei (SysMolRaY), Seoul, 03722, Republic of Korea
- Imaging of MechanoBiology (iMechBio) at Yonsei, Seoul, 03722, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Radiology, College of Medicine, Yonsei University, Seoul, 03722, Republic of Korea.
- Systems Molecular Radiology at Yonsei (SysMolRaY), Seoul, 03722, Republic of Korea.
- Imaging of MechanoBiology (iMechBio) at Yonsei, Seoul, 03722, Republic of Korea.
- Convergence Research Center for Systems Molecular Radiological Science, Yonsei University, Seoul, 03722, Republic of Korea.
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Marghani BH, Ezz MA, Ateya AI, Fehaid A, Saleh RM, Rezk S. Comparative effects of finasteride and laser-irradiated silver nanoparticles on testicular function and histology in testosterone induced benign prostatic hyperplasia in rats. Life Sci 2023; 324:121747. [PMID: 37137466 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2023.121747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2022] [Revised: 04/19/2023] [Accepted: 04/26/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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AIMS The objective of this study was to compare the effects of finasteride, a medication used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and laser irradiated silver nanoparticles (AgNPs), a potential candidate for BPH therapy (Sanchez-Salas, 2017; Marghani et al., 2022) [1,2], on the sex hormone profiles, sperm quality, steroidogenesis, testicular oxidative stress, and histomorphology changes in BPH rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS BPH was induced in male Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats via intramuscular (i.m.) injection of 5 mg/kg BW testosterone propionate (TP) for 14 days. Once the BPH model was induced, rats were divided into four groups (n = 6) as follows: the control group; the BPH group; the BPH/Fina group, which received 5 mg/kg BW finasteride by oral gavage daily for 14 days; and the BPH/AgNPs group, which received a daily intraperitoneal (i.p.) injection of 50 mg/kg BW AgNPs, followed by 5 min of exposure to a 532 nm NIR laser in the prostatic area for the constitutive 14 days. KEY FINDINGS On day 14, the BPH rats had a significant increase in prostate specific antigen (PSA), dihydrotestosterone, and prostate weights, while testicular weights and sperm quality were significantly lower than in the control rats. On day 28, laser irradiated AgNps treated BPH rats showed improved sex hormone balance, testicular weights, sperm quality, steroidogenesis, and an ameliorative effect on testicular histopathology compared to finasteride. SIGNIFICANCE Surprisingly, these findings suggest that laser irradiated AgNPs can be used as an alternative therapy to finasteride for the treatment of BPH without causing negative effects on the testes.
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- Basma H Marghani
- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt; Department of Biochemistry, Physiology, and Pharmacology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, King Salman International University, South of Sinaa 46612, Egypt.
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- Department of Theriogenology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt
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- Department of Husbandry & Development of Animal Wealth, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt
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- Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Faulty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt
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- Department of Cytology and Histology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt
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Uzhytchak M, Smolková B, Lunova M, Frtús A, Jirsa M, Dejneka A, Lunov O. Lysosomal nanotoxicity: Impact of nanomedicines on lysosomal function. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2023; 197:114828. [PMID: 37075952 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2023.114828] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2021] [Revised: 03/28/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 04/21/2023]
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Although several nanomedicines got clinical approval over the past two decades, the clinical translation rate is relatively small so far. There are many post-surveillance withdrawals of nanomedicines caused by various safety issues. For successful clinical advancement of nanotechnology, it is of unmet need to realize cellular and molecular foundation of nanotoxicity. Current data suggest that lysosomal dysfunction caused by nanoparticles is emerging as the most common intracellular trigger of nanotoxicity. This review analyzes prospect mechanisms of lysosomal dysfunction-mediated toxicity induced by nanoparticles. We summarized and critically assessed adverse drug reactions of current clinically approved nanomedicines. Importantly, we show that physicochemical properties have great impact on nanoparticles interaction with cells, excretion route and kinetics, and subsequently on toxicity. We analyzed literature on adverse reactions of current nanomedicines and hypothesized that adverse reactions might be linked with lysosomal dysfunction caused by nanomedicines. Finally, from our analysis it becomes clear that it is unjustifiable to generalize safety and toxicity of nanoparticles, since different particles possess distinct toxicological properties. We propose that the biological mechanism of the disease progression and treatment should be central in the optimization of nanoparticle design.
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- Mariia Uzhytchak
- Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, 18221 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, 18221 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, 18221 Prague, Czech Republic; Institute for Clinical & Experimental Medicine (IKEM), 14021 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, 18221 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute for Clinical & Experimental Medicine (IKEM), 14021 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, 18221 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Physics of the Czech Academy of Sciences, 18221 Prague, Czech Republic.
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Azhar NA, Abu Bakar SA, Citartan M, Ahmad NH. mRNA transcriptome profiling of human hepatocellular carcinoma cells HepG2 treated with Catharanthus roseus-silver nanoparticles. World J Hepatol 2023; 15:393-409. [PMID: 37034237 PMCID: PMC10075008 DOI: 10.4254/wjh.v15.i3.393] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2022] [Revised: 01/17/2023] [Accepted: 03/03/2023] [Indexed: 04/11/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The demand for the development of cancer nanomedicine has increased due to its great therapeutic value that can overcome the limitations of conventional cancer therapy. However, the presence of various bioactive compounds in crude plant extracts used for the synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) makes its precise mechanisms of action unclear.
AIM To assessed the mRNA transcriptome profiling of human HepG2 cells exposed to Catharanthus roseus G. Don (C. roseus)-AgNPs.
METHODS The proliferative activity of hepatocellular carcinoma (HepG2) and normal human liver (THLE3) cells treated with C. roseusAgNPs were measured using MTT assay. The RNA samples were extracted and sequenced using BGIseq500 platform. This is followed by data filtering, mapping, gene expression analysis, differentially expression genes analysis, Gene Ontology analysis, and pathway analysis.
RESULTS The mean IC50 values of C. roseusAgNPs on HepG2 was 4.38 ± 1.59 μg/mL while on THLE3 cells was 800 ± 1.55 μg/mL. Transcriptome profiling revealed an alteration of 296 genes. C. roseusAgNPs induced the expression of stress-associated genes such as MT, HSP and HMOX-1. Cellular signalling pathways were potentially activated through MAPK, TNF and TGF pathways that are responsible for apoptosis and cell cycle arrest. The alteration of ARF6, EHD2, FGFR3, RhoA, EEA1, VPS28, VPS25, and TSG101 indicated the uptake of C. roseus-AgNPs via both clathrin-dependent and clathrin-independent endocytosis.
CONCLUSION This study provides new insights into gene expression study of biosynthesised AgNPs on cancer cells. The cytotoxicity effect is mediated by the aberrant gene alteration, and more interestingly the unique selective antiproliferative properties indicate the C. roseusAgNPs as an ideal anticancer candidate.
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- Nur Asna Azhar
- Department of Biomedical Science, Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kepala Batas 13200, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
- Liver Malignancies Research Program, Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kepala Batas 13200, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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- Department of Biomedical Science, Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kepala Batas 13200, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
- Faculty of Bioresources and Food Industry, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Besut Campus, Besut 22200, Terengganu, Malaysia
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- Department of Biomedical Science, Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kepala Batas 13200, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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- Department of Biomedical Science, Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kepala Batas 13200, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
- Liver Malignancies Research Program, Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kepala Batas 13200, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Kembou-Ringert JE, Steinhagen D, Readman J, Daly JM, Adamek M. Tilapia Lake Virus Vaccine Development: A Review on the Recent Advances. Vaccines (Basel) 2023; 11:vaccines11020251. [PMID: 36851129 PMCID: PMC9961428 DOI: 10.3390/vaccines11020251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2022] [Revised: 01/16/2023] [Accepted: 01/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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Tilapia tilapinevirus (or tilapia lake virus, TiLV) is a recently emerging virus associated with a novel disease affecting and decimating tilapia populations around the world. Since its initial identification, TiLV has been reported in 17 countries, often causing mortalities as high as 90% in the affected populations. To date, no therapeutics or commercial vaccines exist for TiLV disease control. Tilapia exposed to TiLV can develop protective immunity, suggesting that vaccination is achievable. Given the important role of vaccination in fish farming, several vaccine strategies are currently being explored and put forward against TiLV but, a comprehensive overview on the efficacy of these platforms is lacking. We here present these approaches in relation with previously developed fish vaccines and discuss their efficacy, vaccine administration routes, and the various factors that can impact vaccine efficacy. The overall recent advances in TiLV vaccine development show different but promising levels of protection. The field is however hampered by the lack of knowledge of the biology of TiLV, notably the function of its genes. Further research and the incorporation of several approaches including prime-boost vaccine regimens, codon optimization, or reverse vaccinology would be beneficial to increase the effectiveness of vaccines targeting TiLV and are further discussed in this review.
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- Japhette E. Kembou-Ringert
- Department of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation, Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health, University College London, 30 Guilford Street, London WC1N 1EH, UK
- Correspondence: (J.E.K.-R.); (M.A.)
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- Fish Disease Research Unit, Institute for Parasitology, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Buenteweg 17, 30559 Hannover, Germany
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- Department of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation, Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health, University College London, 30 Guilford Street, London WC1N 1EH, UK
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- School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington LE12 5RD, UK
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- Fish Disease Research Unit, Institute for Parasitology, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, Buenteweg 17, 30559 Hannover, Germany
- Correspondence: (J.E.K.-R.); (M.A.)
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Reichinger D, Reithofer M, Hohagen M, Drinic M, Tobias J, Wiedermann U, Kleitz F, Jahn-Schmid B, Becker CFW. A Biomimetic, Silaffin R5-Based Antigen Delivery Platform. Pharmaceutics 2022; 15:pharmaceutics15010121. [PMID: 36678751 PMCID: PMC9866965 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15010121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2022] [Revised: 12/22/2022] [Accepted: 12/24/2022] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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Nature offers a wide range of evolutionary optimized materials that combine unique properties with intrinsic biocompatibility and that can be exploited as biomimetic materials. The R5 and RRIL peptides employed here are derived from silaffin proteins that play a crucial role in the biomineralization of marine diatom silica shells and are also able to form silica materials in vitro. Here, we demonstrate the application of biomimetic silica particles as a vaccine delivery and adjuvant platform by linking the precipitating peptides R5 and the RRIL motif to a variety of peptide antigens. The resulting antigen-loaded silica particles combine the advantages of biomaterial-based vaccines with the proven intracellular uptake of silica particles. These particles induce NETosis in human neutrophils as well as IL-6 and TNF-α secretion in murine bone marrow-derived dendritic cells.
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- Daniela Reichinger
- Institute of Biological Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Vienna, Währinger Str. 38, 1090 Vienna, Austria
- Vienna Doctoral School in Chemistry (DoSChem), University of Vienna, Währinger Str. 42, 1090 Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Pathophysiology and Allergy Research, Center for Pathophysiology, Infectiology and Immunology, Medical University of Vienna, Währinger Gürtel 18-20, 1090 Vienna, Austria
- Institute of Molecular Biotechnology, Department of Biotechnology, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Gregor-Mendel-Straße 33, 1180 Vienna, Austria
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- Vienna Doctoral School in Chemistry (DoSChem), University of Vienna, Währinger Str. 42, 1090 Vienna, Austria
- Department of Inorganic Chemistry–Functional Materials, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Vienna, Währinger Str. 42, 1090 Vienna, Austria
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- Institute of Specific Prophylaxis and Tropical Medicine, Center for Pathophysiology, Infectiology and Immunology, Medical University of Vienna, Kinderspitalgasse 15, 1090 Vienna, Austria
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- Institute of Specific Prophylaxis and Tropical Medicine, Center for Pathophysiology, Infectiology and Immunology, Medical University of Vienna, Kinderspitalgasse 15, 1090 Vienna, Austria
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- Institute of Specific Prophylaxis and Tropical Medicine, Center for Pathophysiology, Infectiology and Immunology, Medical University of Vienna, Kinderspitalgasse 15, 1090 Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Inorganic Chemistry–Functional Materials, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Vienna, Währinger Str. 42, 1090 Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Pathophysiology and Allergy Research, Center for Pathophysiology, Infectiology and Immunology, Medical University of Vienna, Währinger Gürtel 18-20, 1090 Vienna, Austria
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- Institute of Biological Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Vienna, Währinger Str. 38, 1090 Vienna, Austria
- Correspondence:
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Bassiony H, El-Ghor AA, Salaheldin TA, Sabet S, Mohamed MM. Tissue Distribution, Histopathological and Genotoxic Effects of Magnetite Nanoparticles on Ehrlich Solid Carcinoma. Biol Trace Elem Res 2022; 200:5145-5158. [PMID: 35032291 PMCID: PMC9560945 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-022-03102-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2021] [Accepted: 01/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Nanoparticles can potentially cause adverse effects on cellular and molecular level. The present study aimed to investigate the histopathological changes and DNA damage effects of magnetite nanoparticles (MNPs) on female albino mice model with Ehrlich solid carcinoma (ESC). Magnetite nanoparticles coated with L-ascorbic acid (size ~ 25.0 nm) were synthesized and characterized. Mice were treated with MNPs day by day, intraperitoneally (IP), intramuscularly (IM), or intratumorally (IT). Autopsy samples were taken from the solid tumor, thigh muscle, liver, kidney, lung, spleen, and brain for assessment of iron content, histopathological examination, and genotoxicity using comet assay. The liver, spleen, lung, and heart had significantly higher iron content in groups treated IP. On the other hand, tumor, muscles, and the liver had significantly higher iron content in groups treated IT. MNPs induced a significant DNA damage in IT treated ESC. While a significant DNA damage was detected in the liver of the IP treated group, but no significant DNA damage could be detected in the brain. Histopathological findings in ESC revealed a marked tumor necrosis, 50% in group injected IT but 40% in group injected IP and 20% only in untreated tumors. Other findings include inflammatory cell infiltration, dilatation, and congestion of blood vessels of different organs of treated groups in addition to appearance of metastatic cancer cells in the liver of non-treated tumor group. MNPs could have an antitumor effect but it is recommended to be injected intratumorally to be directed to the tumor tissues and reduce its adverse effects on healthy tissues.
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- Heba Bassiony
- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613 Egypt
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- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613 Egypt
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- Pharmaceutical Research Institute, Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Albany, NY USA
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- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613 Egypt
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- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613 Egypt
- Director of Biotechnology Program, Faculty of Science, Galala University, Suez, 43511 Egypt
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Pazopanib-laden lipid based nanovesicular delivery with augmented oral bioavailability and therapeutic efficacy against non-small cell lung cancer. Int J Pharm 2022; 628:122287. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2022.122287] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2022] [Revised: 09/15/2022] [Accepted: 10/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Moreno-Echeverri AM, Susnik E, Vanhecke D, Taladriz-Blanco P, Balog S, Petri-Fink A, Rothen-Rutishauser B. Pitfalls in methods to study colocalization of nanoparticles in mouse macrophage lysosomes. J Nanobiotechnology 2022; 20:464. [PMID: 36309696 PMCID: PMC9618187 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-022-01670-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background In the field of nanoscience there is an increasing interest to follow dynamics of nanoparticles (NP) in cells with an emphasis on endo-lysosomal pathways and long-term NP fate. During our research on this topic, we encountered several pitfalls, which can bias the experimental outcome. We address some of these pitfalls and suggest possible solutions. The accuracy of fluorescence microscopy methods has an important role in obtaining insights into NP interactions with lysosomes at the single cell level including quantification of NP uptake in a specific cell type. Methods Here we use J774A.1 cells as a model for professional phagocytes. We expose them to fluorescently-labelled amorphous silica NP with different sizes and quantify the colocalization of fluorescently-labelled NP with lysosomes over time. We focus on confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM) to obtain 3D spatial information and follow live cell imaging to study NP colocalization with lysosomes. Results We evaluate different experimental parameters that can bias the colocalization coefficients (i.e., Pearson’s and Manders’), such as the interference of phenol red in the cell culture medium with the fluorescence intensity and image post-processing (effect of spatial resolution, optical slice thickness, pixel saturation and bit depth). Additionally, we determine the correlation coefficients for NP entering the lysosomes under four different experimental set-ups. First, we found out that not only Pearson’s, but also Manders’ correlation coefficient should be considered in lysosome-NP colocalization studies; second, there is a difference in NP colocalization when using NP of different sizes and fluorescence dyes and last, the correlation coefficients might change depending on live-cell and fixed-cell imaging set-up. Conclusions The results summarize detailed steps and recommendations for the experimental design, staining, sample preparation and imaging to improve the reproducibility of colocalization studies between the NP and lysosomes. Graphical Abstract ![]()
Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12951-022-01670-9.
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Griffiths G, Gruenberg J, Marsh M, Wohlmann J, Jones AT, Parton RG. Nanoparticle entry into cells; the cell biology weak link. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2022; 188:114403. [PMID: 35777667 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2022.114403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2021] [Revised: 06/22/2022] [Accepted: 06/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Nanoparticles (NP) are attractive options for the therapeutic delivery of active pharmaceutical drugs, proteins and nucleic acids into cells, tissues and organs. Research into the development and application of NP most often starts with a diverse group of scientists, including chemists, bioengineers and material and pharmaceutical scientists, who design, fabricate and characterize NP in vitro (Stage 1). The next step (Stage 2) generally investigates cell toxicity as well as the processes by which NP bind, are internalized and deliver their cargo to appropriate model tissue culture cells. Subsequently, in Stage 3, selected NP are tested in animal systems, mostly mouse. Whereas the chemistry-based development and analysis in Stage 1 is increasingly sophisticated, the investigations in Stage 2 are not what could be regarded as 'state-of-the-art' for the cell biology field and the quality of research into NP interactions with cells is often sub-standard. In this review we describe our current understanding of the mechanisms by which particles gain entry into mammalian cells via endocytosis. We summarize the most important areas for concern, highlight some of the most common mis-conceptions, and identify areas where NP scientists could engage with trained cell biologists. Our survey of the different mechanisms of uptake into cells makes us suspect that claims for roles for caveolae, as well as macropinocytosis, in NP uptake into cells have been exaggerated, whereas phagocytosis has been under-appreciated.
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- Gareth Griffiths
- Department Biosciences, University of Oslo, Blindernveien 31, PO Box 1041, 0316 Oslo, Norway.
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Geneva, 30 quai E. Ansermet, 1211-Geneva-4, Switzerland
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- Laboratory for Molecular Cell Biology, University College London, Gower Street, London, WC1E 6BT, UK
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- Department Biosciences, University of Oslo, Blindernveien 31, PO Box 1041, 0316 Oslo, Norway
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- School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Cardiff University, Redwood Building, Cardiff, Wales CF103NB, UK
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- Institute for Molecular Bioscience and Centre for Microscopy and Microanalysis, The University of Queensland, Qld 4072, Australia
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Liu W, Worms IAM, Jakšić Ž, Slaveykova VI. Aquatic organisms modulate the bioreactivity of engineered nanoparticles: focus on biomolecular corona. FRONTIERS IN TOXICOLOGY 2022; 4:933186. [PMID: 36060121 PMCID: PMC9437328 DOI: 10.3389/ftox.2022.933186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2022] [Accepted: 07/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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The increased use of nanoparticle (NP)-enabled materials in everyday-life products have raised concerns about their environmental implications and safety. This motivated the extensive research in nanoecotoxicology showing the possibility that NPs could cause harm to the aquatic organisms if present at high concentrations. By contrast, studies dealing with influence that organisms could exert on the fate and thus effects of NPs are still very rare. Drawing on the existing up-to-date knowledge we critically discuss the formation of biomolecular corona as one of the mechanisms by which organisms exerted control on the NPs fate in the aquatic and biotic environments. We focused the formation of corona by exogeneous and endogenous biomolecules and illustrated the discussion with the specific example of phytoplankton and aquatic invertebrate species. We highlighted the necessity to incorporate the concept of biomolecular corona within more general framework considering the feedback of aquatic organisms and the control they exert in shaping the fate and impact of NPs in the aquatic and biological environment. In our view such broader perspective will contribute to get novel insights into the drivers of environmental transformations of NPs and their mechanisms, which are important in environmental risk assessment.
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- Wei Liu
- Department F.-A. Forel for Environmental and Aquatic Sciences, Environmental Biogeochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Faculty of Sciences, Earth and Environment Sciences, University of Geneva, Uni Carl Vogt, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Department F.-A. Forel for Environmental and Aquatic Sciences, Environmental Biogeochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Faculty of Sciences, Earth and Environment Sciences, University of Geneva, Uni Carl Vogt, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Center for Marine Research Rovinj, Institute Ruđer Bošković, Rovinj, Croatia
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- Department F.-A. Forel for Environmental and Aquatic Sciences, Environmental Biogeochemistry and Ecotoxicology, Faculty of Sciences, Earth and Environment Sciences, University of Geneva, Uni Carl Vogt, Geneva, Switzerland
- *Correspondence: Vera I. Slaveykova,
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Potential of curcumin-loaded cubosomes for topical treatment of cervical cancer. J Colloid Interface Sci 2022; 620:419-430. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcis.2022.04.031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2022] [Revised: 03/29/2022] [Accepted: 04/05/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Zhang T, Wang L, He X, Lu H, Gao L. Cytocompatibility of pH-sensitive, chitosan-coated Fe3O4 nanoparticles in gynecological cells. Front Med (Lausanne) 2022; 9:799145. [PMID: 35935778 PMCID: PMC9355084 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2022.799145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2021] [Accepted: 06/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Nanoparticles that contact human cells without damaging basic human tissues are becoming more widely used in medicine. Efficient delivery to the intracellular target cell or compartment through the cell membrane must be achieved with minimal cytotoxicity to healthy cells. Fe3O4 nanoparticles have been widely used in biomedical research for their magnetic, non-toxic, and biocompatible properties. However, the effects of Fe3O4 nanoparticles coated with chitosan (CS) on gynecological cells are unclear. In this study, the Fe3O4 nanoparticles were coated with CS to enhance their cytocompatibility and dispersion in water. These CS-Fe3O4 nanoparticles were taken up by gynecological cells and did not affect cell viability in vitro. They have greater cytocompatibility in acidic environments than normal Fe3O4 nanoparticles and have the potential for drug delivery into gynecological cells.
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- Taohong Zhang
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an, China
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- College of Mechanical and Electronic Engineering, Xi’an Polytechnic University, Xi’an, China
- *Correspondence: Hailin Lu,
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an, China
- Li Gao,
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Gao D, Asghar S, Ye J, Zhang M, Hu R, Wang Y, Huang L, Yuan C, Chen Z, Xiao Y. Dual-targeted enzyme-sensitive hyaluronic acid nanogels loading paclitaxel for the therapy of breast cancer. Carbohydr Polym 2022; 294:119785. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2022.119785] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2022] [Revised: 06/09/2022] [Accepted: 06/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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Chen Z, Chen B, He M, Hu B. Negative Magnetophoresis Focusing Microchips Online-Coupled with ICP-MS for High-Throughput Single-Cell Analysis. Anal Chem 2022; 94:6649-6656. [PMID: 35481740 DOI: 10.1021/acs.analchem.1c04216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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High-throughput single-cell analysis is critical to elucidate the cell heterogeneity. Recently, droplet microchips using oil/gas phases to generate single-cell encapsulated droplets have been combined with inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) for determination of trace elements in single cells with a throughput of dozens of cells per min. To improve the sample throughput and avoid the oil phase introduced into ICP-MS, herein, a negative magnetophoresis focusing microchip was established and online-coupled to ICP-MS for single-cell analysis. MCF-7 cells in the paramagnetic salt solution were introduced into the designed focusing microchannel, in which they were focused into a single stream under both the magnetic repulsion force and inertial lift force, and then were introduced into ICP-MS for online single-cell analysis. The important parameters including the chip design, the concentration of the paramagnetic salt solution, flow rate, cell density, and dwell time were optimized. Under the optimal conditions, a high sample throughput of 1390 cells min-1 was obtained. The established online analytical system was applied to study the uptake behaviors of MCF-7 cells for Zn2+ and ZnO nanoparticles (NPs) at a single-cell level. The single-cell analysis results indicate that MCF-7 cells displayed more remarkable heterogeneity when they were treated with ZnO NPs, and the uptake content of ZnO NPs by MCF-7 cells was less than that of Zn2+. Compared with other droplet microdevice-ICP-MS analysis systems, the developed system has the advantages of simple design and fabrication, no organic phase, a high throughput, and a low sample consumption (only 5 μL).
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- Zhenna Chen
- Department of Chemistry, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China
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Anastasiadis SH, Chrissopoulou K, Stratakis E, Kavatzikidou P, Kaklamani G, Ranella A. How the Physicochemical Properties of Manufactured Nanomaterials Affect Their Performance in Dispersion and Their Applications in Biomedicine: A Review. NANOMATERIALS 2022; 12:nano12030552. [PMID: 35159897 PMCID: PMC8840392 DOI: 10.3390/nano12030552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2021] [Revised: 01/29/2022] [Accepted: 02/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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The growth in novel synthesis methods and in the range of possible applications has led to the development of a large variety of manufactured nanomaterials (MNMs), which can, in principle, come into close contact with humans and be dispersed in the environment. The nanomaterials interact with the surrounding environment, this being either the proteins and/or cells in a biological medium or the matrix constituent in a dispersion or composite, and an interface is formed whose properties depend on the physicochemical interactions and on colloidal forces. The development of predictive relationships between the characteristics of individual MNMs and their potential practical use critically depends on how the key parameters of MNMs, such as the size, shape, surface chemistry, surface charge, surface coating, etc., affect the behavior in a test medium. This relationship between the biophysicochemical properties of the MNMs and their practical use is defined as their functionality; understanding this relationship is very important for the safe use of these nanomaterials. In this mini review, we attempt to identify the key parameters of nanomaterials and establish a relationship between these and the main MNM functionalities, which would play an important role in the safe design of MNMs; thus, reducing the possible health and environmental risks early on in the innovation process, when the functionality of a nanomaterial and its toxicity/safety will be taken into account in an integrated way. This review aims to contribute to a decision tree strategy for the optimum design of safe nanomaterials, by going beyond the compromise between functionality and safety.
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- Spiros H. Anastasiadis
- Institute of Electronic Structure and Laser, Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas, N. Plastira 100, 700 13 Heraklion, Crete, Greece; (K.C.); (E.S.); (P.K.); (G.K.); (A.R.)
- Department of Chemistry, University of Crete, 700 13 Heraklion, Crete, Greece
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +30-2810-391466
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- Institute of Electronic Structure and Laser, Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas, N. Plastira 100, 700 13 Heraklion, Crete, Greece; (K.C.); (E.S.); (P.K.); (G.K.); (A.R.)
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- Institute of Electronic Structure and Laser, Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas, N. Plastira 100, 700 13 Heraklion, Crete, Greece; (K.C.); (E.S.); (P.K.); (G.K.); (A.R.)
- Department of Physics, University of Crete, 700 13 Heraklion, Crete, Greece
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- Institute of Electronic Structure and Laser, Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas, N. Plastira 100, 700 13 Heraklion, Crete, Greece; (K.C.); (E.S.); (P.K.); (G.K.); (A.R.)
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- Institute of Electronic Structure and Laser, Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas, N. Plastira 100, 700 13 Heraklion, Crete, Greece; (K.C.); (E.S.); (P.K.); (G.K.); (A.R.)
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- Institute of Electronic Structure and Laser, Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas, N. Plastira 100, 700 13 Heraklion, Crete, Greece; (K.C.); (E.S.); (P.K.); (G.K.); (A.R.)
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Antimicrobial oxygen-loaded nanobubbles as promising tools to promote wound healing in hypoxic human keratinocytes. Toxicol Rep 2022; 9:154-162. [PMID: 35145879 PMCID: PMC8818485 DOI: 10.1016/j.toxrep.2022.01.005] [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: 09/15/2021] [Revised: 12/29/2021] [Accepted: 01/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Chitosan-shelled/perfluoropentane-filled OLNBs are innovative oxygen nanocarriers. OLNBs are biocompatible with human keratinocytes after cell internalization. OLNBs promote normoxia-like migration of hypoxic human keratinocytes. Chitosan-shelled OLNBs display antimicrobial activity against MRSA and C. albicans. Oxygen-loaded nanobubbles appear promising tools to treat infected chronic wounds.
Chronic wounds (CWs) are typically characterized by persistent hypoxia, exacerbated inflammation, and impaired skin tissue remodeling. Additionally, CWs are often worsened by microbial infections. Oxygen-loaded nanobubbles (OLNBs), displaying a peculiar structure based on oxygen-solving perfluorocarbons such as perfluoropentane in the inner core and polysaccharydes including chitosan in the outer shell, have proven effective in delivering oxygen to hypoxic tissues. Antimicrobial properties have been largely reported for chitosan. In the present work chitosan/perfluoropentane OLNBs were challenged for biocompatibility with human skin cells and ability to promote wound healing processes, as well as for their antimicrobial properties against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Candida albicans. After cellular internalization, OLNBs were not toxic to human keratinocytes (HaCaT), whereas oxygen-free NBs (OFNBs) slightly affected their viability. Hypoxia-dependent inhibition of keratinocyte migratory ability after scratch was fully reversed by OLNBs, but not OFNBs. Both OLNBs and OFNBs exerted chitosan-induced short-term bacteriostatic activity against MRSA (up to 6 h) and long-term fungistatic activity against C. albicans (up to 24 h). Short-term antibacterial activity associated with NB prolonged adhesion to MRSA cell wall (up to 24 h) while long-term antifungal activity followed NB early internalization by C. albicans (already after 3 h of incubation). Taken altogether, these data support chitosan-shelled and perfluoropentane-cored OLNB potential as innovative, promising, non-toxic, and cost-effective antimicrobial devices promoting repair processes to be used for treatment of MRSA- and C. albicans-infected CWs.
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Marghani BH, Fehaid A, Ateya AI, Ezz MA, Saleh RM. Photothermal therapeutic potency of plasmonic silver nanoparticles for apoptosis and anti-angiogenesis in testosterone induced benign prostate hyperplasia in rats. Life Sci 2021; 291:120240. [PMID: 34942164 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2021.120240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2021] [Revised: 12/10/2021] [Accepted: 12/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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AIMS In this study, we used a near-infrared laser (NIR) to increase the potency of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) to develop a novel, less invasive, and simple photothermal therapy technique for benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH). MATERIALS AND METHODS The shape, particle size, and zeta-potential of polyvinylpyrrolidone coated-AgNPs (PVP-AgNPs) were determined using transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Zeta-potential, and Particle size analyzer (ELSZ). To induce BPH, thirty-six male Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats were given intramuscular (i.m) injections of testosterone propionate (TP) at 5 mg/kg body weight (b.w)/day suspended in 0.1 ml of olive oil for 14 days. Photothermal therapy with AgNPs-NIR for 14 days was carried out. Prostate size, prostate index (PI), dihydrotestosterone (DHT), prostate-specific antigen (PSA), gross, hepatic, and renal toxicity, as well as antioxidant activity, apoptosis, and angiogenesis markers in prostatic tissues were measured. Histological examinations of prostates and biocompatibility of NIR-AgNPs on vital organs were also performed. KEY FINDINGS The aggregated spherical AgNPs with a mean size of 50-90 nm and a Zeta potential of -53.22 mV displayed high effectiveness in the NIR (532 nm-1 W) region by decreasing prostate size, PI, DHT, and PSA in BPH rats with no signs of gross, hepatic, or renal damage. As compared to alternative therapies, hyperthermia therapy increased antioxidant activities, induced apoptosis, inhibited angiogenesis, reduced histological alterations in the prostates of BPH rats, and improved biocompatibility of the vital organs. SIGNIFICANCE The current study demonstrated the effectiveness of plasmonic AgNPs photothermal therapy in the treatment of BPH.
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- Basma H Marghani
- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt.
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- Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt
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- Department of Husbandry & Development of Animal Wealth, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt
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- Department of Theriogenology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura 35516, Egypt
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Mollaeva MR, Nikolskaya E, Beganovskaya V, Sokol M, Chirkina M, Obydennyi S, Belykh D, Startseva O, Mollaev MD, Yabbarov N. Oxidative Damage Induced by Phototoxic Pheophorbide a 17-Diethylene Glycol Ester Encapsulated in PLGA Nanoparticles. Antioxidants (Basel) 2021; 10:1985. [PMID: 34943088 PMCID: PMC8750000 DOI: 10.3390/antiox10121985] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2021] [Revised: 11/24/2021] [Accepted: 12/08/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Pheophorbide a 17-diethylene glycol ester (XL-8), is a promising high-active derivative of known photosensitizer chlorin e6 used in photodynamic therapy. However, high lipophilicity and poor tumor accumulation limit XL-8 therapeutic application. We developed a novel XL-8 loaded with poly(D,L-lactide-co-glycolide) nanoparticles using the single emulsion-solvent evaporation method. The nanoparticles possessed high XL-8 loading content (4.6%) and encapsulation efficiency (87.7%) and a small size (182 ± 19 nm), and negative surface charge (-22.2 ± 3.8 mV) contributed to a specific intracellular accumulation. Sustained biphasic XL-8 release from nanoparticles enhanced the photosensitizer photostability upon irradiation that could potentially reduce the quantity of the drug applied. Additionally, the encapsulation of XL-8 in the polymer matrix preserved phototoxic activity of the payload. The nanoparticles displayed enhanced cellular internalization. Flow cytometry and confocal laser-scanning microscopy studies revealed rapid XL-8 loaded nanoparticles distribution throughout the cell and initiation of DNA damage, glutathione depletion, and lipid peroxidation via reactive oxygen species formation. The novel nanoformulated XL-8 simultaneously revealed a significant phototoxicity accompanied with enhanced photostability, in contrast with traditional photosensitizers, and demonstrated a great potential for further in vivo studies.
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- Mariia R. Mollaeva
- N.M. Emanuel Institute of Biochemical Physics of Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (E.N.); (M.S.); (M.C.)
- JSC Russian Research Center for Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, 117149 Moscow, Russia;
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- N.M. Emanuel Institute of Biochemical Physics of Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (E.N.); (M.S.); (M.C.)
- JSC Russian Research Center for Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, 117149 Moscow, Russia;
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- JSC Russian Research Center for Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, 117149 Moscow, Russia;
- Department of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Technologies and Biomedical Products, Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology, 125047 Moscow, Russia
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- N.M. Emanuel Institute of Biochemical Physics of Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (E.N.); (M.S.); (M.C.)
- JSC Russian Research Center for Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, 117149 Moscow, Russia;
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- N.M. Emanuel Institute of Biochemical Physics of Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (E.N.); (M.S.); (M.C.)
- JSC Russian Research Center for Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, 117149 Moscow, Russia;
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- Center for Theoretical Problems of Physicochemical Pharmacology, 119334 Moscow, Russia;
- Dmitry Rogachev National Medical Research Center of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and Immunology, 117198 Moscow, Russia;
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- Institute of Chemistry of Komi Scientific Centre of the Ural Branch of Russian Academy of Sciences, 167982 Syktyvkar, Russia;
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- Pitirim Sorokin Syktyvkar State University, 167001 Syktyvkar, Russia;
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- Dmitry Rogachev National Medical Research Center of Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and Immunology, 117198 Moscow, Russia;
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- N.M. Emanuel Institute of Biochemical Physics of Russian Academy of Sciences, 119991 Moscow, Russia; (E.N.); (M.S.); (M.C.)
- JSC Russian Research Center for Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, 117149 Moscow, Russia;
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Transmission Electron Microscopy as a Powerful Tool to Investigate the Interaction of Nanoparticles with Subcellular Structures. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:ijms222312789. [PMID: 34884592 PMCID: PMC8657944 DOI: 10.3390/ijms222312789] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2021] [Revised: 11/21/2021] [Accepted: 11/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Nanomedical research necessarily involves the study of the interactions between nanoparticulates and the biological environment. Transmission electron microscopy has proven to be a powerful tool in providing information about nanoparticle uptake, biodistribution and relationships with cell and tissue components, thanks to its high resolution. This article aims to overview the transmission electron microscopy techniques used to explore the impact of nanoconstructs on biological systems, highlighting the functional value of ultrastructural morphology, histochemistry and microanalysis as well as their fundamental contribution to the advancement of nanomedicine.
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Effect of UV Irradiation (A and C) on Casuarina equisetifolia-Mediated Biosynthesis and Characterization of Antimicrobial and Anticancer Activity of Biocompatible Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles. Pharmaceutics 2021; 13:pharmaceutics13111977. [PMID: 34834392 PMCID: PMC8622962 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics13111977] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2021] [Revised: 10/19/2021] [Accepted: 11/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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The green synthesis of nanoparticles has emerged as a simple, safe, sustainable, reliable and eco-friendly protocol. Among different types of NPs, green-synthesized zinc oxide NPs (ZnONPs) show various promising biological uses due to their interesting magnetic, electrical, optical and chemical characteristics. Keeping in view the dependence of the therapeutic efficacy of NPs on their physico-chemical characteristics, the green synthesis of ZnONPs using Casuarina equisetifolia leaf extract under UV-A and UV-C light was carried out in this study. UV-irradiation helped to control the size and morphology of ZnONPs by exciting the electrons in the photoactive compounds of plant extracts to enhance the bio-reduction of ZnO into ZnONPs. C. equisetifolia leaf extract was found enriched with phenolic (2.47 ± 0.12 mg GAE/g DW) and flavonoid content (0.88 ± 0.28 mg QE/g DW) contributing to its 74.33% free-radical scavenging activity. FTIR spectra showed the involvement of polyphenols in the bio-reduction, stabilization and capping of ZnONPs. Moreover, SEM-EDX and XRD analyses showed great potential of UV-C light in yielding smaller (34–39 nm) oval-shaped ZnONPs, whereas UV-A irradiation resulted in the formation of fairly spherical 67–71 nm ZnONPs and control ZnONPs were of mixed shape and even larger size (84–89 nm). Green-synthesized ZnONPs, notably CE-UV-C-ZnONPs, showed promising anti-bacterial activities against Bacillus subtilis, Pseudomonas fluorescens and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Moreover, ZnONPs also enhanced ROS production which led to a significant loss of mitochondrial membrane potential and activated caspase-3 gene expression and caspase-3/7 activity in human hepatocellular carcinoma (HepG2) cells. CE-UV-C-ZnONP treatment reduced HepG2 cell viability to as low as 36.97% owing to their unique shape and smaller size. Lastly, ZnONPs were found to be highly biocompatible towards brine shrimp and human red blood cells suggesting their bio-safe nature. This research study sheds light on the plausible role of UV radiation in the green synthesis of ZnONPs with reasonable control over their size and morphology, thus improving their biological efficacy.
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Shute T, Amiel E, Alam N, Yates JL, Mohrs K, Dudley E, Salas B, Mesa C, Serrata A, Angel D, Vincent BK, Weyers A, Lanthier PA, Vomhof-Dekrey E, Fromme R, Laughlin M, Durham O, Miao J, Shipp D, Linhardt RJ, Nash K, Leadbetter EA. Glycolipid-Containing Nanoparticle Vaccine Engages Invariant NKT Cells to Enhance Humoral Protection against Systemic Bacterial Infection but Abrogates T-Independent Vaccine Responses. THE JOURNAL OF IMMUNOLOGY 2021; 206:1806-1816. [PMID: 33811104 DOI: 10.4049/jimmunol.2001283] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2020] [Accepted: 02/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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CD4+ T cells enable the critical B cell humoral immune protection afforded by most effective vaccines. We and others have recently identified an alternative source of help for B cells in mice, invariant NK T (iNKT) cells. iNKT cells are innate glycolipid-specific T cells restricted to the nonpolymorphic Ag-presenting molecule CD1d. As such, iNKT cells respond to glycolipids equally well in all people, making them an appealing adjuvant for universal vaccines. We tested the potential for the iNKT glycolipid agonist, α-galactosylceramide (αGC), to serve as an adjuvant for a known human protective epitope by creating a nanoparticle that delivers αGC plus antigenic polysaccharides from Streptococcus pneumoniae αGC-embedded nanoparticles activate murine iNKT cells and B cells in vitro and in vivo, facilitate significant dose sparing, and avoid iNKT anergy. Nanoparticles containing αGC plus S. pneumoniae polysaccharides elicits robust IgM and IgG in vivo and protect mice against lethal systemic S. pneumoniae However, codelivery of αGC via nanoparticles actually eliminated Ab protection elicited by a T-independent S. pneumoniae vaccine. This is consistent with previous studies demonstrating iNKT cell help for B cells following acute activation, but negative regulation of B cells during chronic inflammation. αGC-containing nanoparticles represent a viable platform for broadly efficacious vaccines against deadly human pathogens, but their potential for eliminating B cells under certain conditions suggests further clarity on iNKT cell interactions with B cells is warranted.
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- Department of Astronomy and Physics, The University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX
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- Department of Astronomy and Physics, The University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX
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- Center for Advanced Material Processing, Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Science, Clarkson University, Potsdam, NY 13699
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- Center for Advanced Material Processing, Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Science, Clarkson University, Potsdam, NY 13699
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- Center for Advanced Material Processing, Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Science, Clarkson University, Potsdam, NY 13699
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- Center for Advanced Material Processing, Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Science, Clarkson University, Potsdam, NY 13699
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- Department of Astronomy and Physics, The University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX
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Regulating the uptake of poly(N-(2-hydroxypropyl) methacrylamide)-based micelles in cells cultured on micropatterned surfaces. Biointerphases 2021; 16:041002. [PMID: 34261325 DOI: 10.1116/6.0001012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Cellular uptake of nanoparticles plays a crucial role in cell-targeted biomedical applications. Despite abundant studies trying to understand the interaction between nanoparticles and cells, the influence of cell geometry traits such as cell spreading area and cell shape on the uptake of nanoparticles remains unclear. In this study, poly(vinyl alcohol) is micropatterned on polystyrene cell culture plates using ultraviolet photolithography to control the spreading area and shape of individual cells. The effects of these factors on the cellular uptake of poly(N-(2-hydroxypropyl)methacrylamide)-based micelles were investigated at a single-cell level. Human carcinoma MCF-7 and A549 cells as well as normal Hs-27 and MRC-5 fibroblasts were cultured on micropatterned surfaces. MCF-7 and A549 cells, both with larger sizes, had a higher total micelle uptake. However, the uptake of Hs-27 and MRC-5 cells decreased with increasing spreading area. In terms of cell shapes, MCF-7 and A549 cells with round shapes showed a higher micelle uptake, while those with a square shape had a lower cellular uptake. On the other hand, Hs-27 and MRC-5 cells showed opposite behaviors. The results indicate that the geometry of cells can influence the nanoparticle uptake and may shed light on the design of functional nanoparticles.
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Skóra B, Piechowiak T, Szychowski KA, Gmiński J. Entrapment of silver nanoparticles in L-α-phosphatidylcholine/cholesterol-based liposomes mitigates the oxidative stress in human keratinocyte (HaCaT) cells. Eur J Pharm Biopharm 2021; 166:163-174. [PMID: 34171495 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejpb.2021.06.006] [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: 09/07/2020] [Revised: 04/08/2021] [Accepted: 06/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Encapsulation procedures are used to decrease the contact of toxic nanoparticles with cells; however, this field is still not well explored. Therefore, the aim of this paper was to evaluate the effect of encapsulation of silver nanoparticles in L-α-phosphatidylcholine/cholesterol-based liposomes on a human keratinocyte cell line (HaCaT). The homogenous (PdI = 0.171) spherical (~161 nm diameter) complexes were prepared by thin film hydration with the extrusion method. The UV-Vis scan and Dynamic Light Scattering measurement did not show any "free" silver nanoparticles in solutions, which was confirmed by Transmission Electron Microscope analysis. Moreover, the liposomes were tested on HaCaT cells, showing that the encapsulation process reduced the toxicity by 30%-10% at the 100 nM and 1 pM concentrations, respectively, in comparison to "free" nanoparticles, measured by resazurin reduction and lactate dehydrogenase release assays. Moreover, the caspase-3 activity was lower after 48-h treatment with LipoAgNPs than with AgNPs. The level of reactive oxygen species (ROS) after 1, 6, 48, and 72 h of treatment of HaCaT cells was significantly lower in comparison to cells treated with "bare" silver nanoparticles analyzed with the H2DCF-DA probe. The metabolic activity was strictly correlated with toxicity, indicating a lower negative impact of encapsulated nanoparticles than the "bare" ones.
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- Bartosz Skóra
- Department of Biotechnology and Cell Biology, Medical College, University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszow, St. Sucharskiego 2, 35-225 Rzeszów, Poland.
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- Department of Chemistry and Food Toxicology, Institute of Food Technology and Nutrition, University of Rzeszow, St. Ćwiklinskiej 1a, 35-601, Rzeszów, Poland
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- Department of Biotechnology and Cell Biology, Medical College, University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszow, St. Sucharskiego 2, 35-225 Rzeszów, Poland
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- Department of Lifestyle Disorders and Regenerative Medicine, Medical College, University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszow, St. Sucharskiego 2, 35-225 Rzeszów, Poland
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Johnston ST, Faria M, Crampin EJ. Understanding nano-engineered particle-cell interactions: biological insights from mathematical models. NANOSCALE ADVANCES 2021; 3:2139-2156. [PMID: 36133772 PMCID: PMC9417320 DOI: 10.1039/d0na00774a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2020] [Accepted: 03/08/2021] [Indexed: 05/02/2023]
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Understanding the interactions between nano-engineered particles and cells is necessary for the rational design of particles for therapeutic, diagnostic and imaging purposes. In particular, the informed design of particles relies on the quantification of the relationship between the physicochemical properties of the particles and the rate at which cells interact with, and subsequently internalise, particles. Quantitative models, both mathematical and computational, provide a powerful tool for elucidating this relationship, as well as for understanding the mechanisms governing the intertwined processes of interaction and internalisation. Here we review the different types of mathematical and computational models that have been used to examine particle-cell interactions and particle internalisation. We detail the mathematical methodology for each type of model, the benefits and limitations associated with the different types of models, and highlight the advances in understanding gleaned from the application of these models to experimental observations of particle internalisation. We discuss the recent proposal and ongoing community adoption of standardised experimental reporting, and how this adoption is an important step toward unlocking the full potential of modelling approaches. Finally, we consider future directions in quantitative models of particle-cell interactions and highlight the need for hybrid experimental and theoretical investigations to address hitherto unanswered questions.
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- Stuart T Johnston
- School of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Melbourne Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia
- ARC Centre of Excellence in Convergent Bio-Nano Science and Technology, Melbourne School of Engineering, University of Melbourne Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia
- Systems Biology Laboratory, School of Mathematics and Statistics, Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Melbourne Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia
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- ARC Centre of Excellence in Convergent Bio-Nano Science and Technology, Melbourne School of Engineering, University of Melbourne Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia
- Systems Biology Laboratory, School of Mathematics and Statistics, Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Melbourne Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Melbourne Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia
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- ARC Centre of Excellence in Convergent Bio-Nano Science and Technology, Melbourne School of Engineering, University of Melbourne Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia
- Systems Biology Laboratory, School of Mathematics and Statistics, Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Melbourne Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia
- School of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Dentistry and Health Sciences, University of Melbourne Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia
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Raza S, Matuła K, Karoń S, Paczesny J. Resistance and Adaptation of Bacteria to Non-Antibiotic Antibacterial Agents: Physical Stressors, Nanoparticles, and Bacteriophages. Antibiotics (Basel) 2021; 10:435. [PMID: 33924618 PMCID: PMC8070485 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics10040435] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2021] [Revised: 04/02/2021] [Accepted: 04/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Antimicrobial resistance is a significant threat to human health worldwide, forcing scientists to explore non-traditional antibacterial agents to support rapid interventions and combat the emergence and spread of drug resistant bacteria. Many new antibiotic-free approaches are being developed while the old ones are being revised, resulting in creating unique solutions that arise at the interface of physics, nanotechnology, and microbiology. Specifically, physical factors (e.g., pressure, temperature, UV light) are increasingly used for industrial sterilization. Nanoparticles (unmodified or in combination with toxic compounds) are also applied to circumvent in vivo drug resistance mechanisms in bacteria. Recently, bacteriophage-based treatments are also gaining momentum due to their high bactericidal activity and specificity. Although the number of novel approaches for tackling the antimicrobial resistance crisis is snowballing, it is still unclear if any proposed solutions would provide a long-term remedy. This review aims to provide a detailed overview of how bacteria acquire resistance against these non-antibiotic factors. We also discuss innate bacterial defense systems and how bacteriophages have evolved to tackle them.
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- Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences, Kasprzaka 44/52, 01-224 Warsaw, Poland; (S.R.); (K.M.); (S.K.)
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Aloe Vera-Mediated Te Nanostructures: Highly Potent Antibacterial Agents and Moderated Anticancer Effects. NANOMATERIALS 2021; 11:nano11020514. [PMID: 33670538 PMCID: PMC7922676 DOI: 10.3390/nano11020514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2020] [Revised: 02/01/2021] [Accepted: 02/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Cancer and antimicrobial resistance to antibiotics are two of the most worrying healthcare concerns that humanity is facing nowadays. Some of the most promising solutions for these healthcare problems may come from nanomedicine. While the traditional synthesis of nanomaterials is often accompanied by drawbacks such as high cost or the production of toxic by-products, green nanotechnology has been presented as a suitable solution to overcome such challenges. In this work, an approach for the synthesis of tellurium (Te) nanostructures in aqueous media has been developed using aloe vera (AV) extracts as a unique reducing and capping agent. Te-based nanoparticles (AV-TeNPs), with sizes between 20 and 60 nm, were characterized in terms of physicochemical properties and tested for potential biomedical applications. A significant decay in bacterial growth after 24 h was achieved for both Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli at a relative low concentration of 5 µg/mL, while there was no cytotoxicity towards human dermal fibroblasts after 3 days of treatment. AV-TeNPs also showed anticancer properties up to 72 h within a range of concentrations between 5 and 100 µg/mL. Consequently, here, we present a novel and green approach to produce Te-based nanostructures with potential biomedical applications, especially for antibacterial and anticancer applications.
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Comparative Evaluation of Different Chitosan Species and Derivatives as Candidate Biomaterials for Oxygen-Loaded Nanodroplet Formulations to Treat Chronic Wounds. Mar Drugs 2021; 19:md19020112. [PMID: 33672056 PMCID: PMC7919482 DOI: 10.3390/md19020112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2021] [Revised: 02/08/2021] [Accepted: 02/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Persistent hypoxia is a main clinical feature of chronic wounds. Intriguingly, oxygen-loaded nanodroplets (OLNDs), filled with oxygen-solving 2H,3H-decafluoropentane and shelled with polysaccharides, have been proposed as a promising tool to counteract hypoxia by releasing a clinically relevant oxygen amount in a time-sustained manner. Here, four different types of chitosan (low or medium weight (LW or MW), glycol-(G-), and methylglycol-(MG-) chitosan) were compared as candidate biopolymers for shell manufacturing. The aim of the work was to design OLND formulations with optimized physico-chemical characteristics, efficacy in oxygen release, and biocompatibility. All OLND formulations displayed spherical morphology, cationic surfaces, ≤500 nm diameters (with LW chitosan-shelled OLNDs being the smallest), high stability, good oxygen encapsulation efficiency, and prolonged oxygen release kinetics. Upon cellular internalization, LW, MW, and G-chitosan-shelled nanodroplets did not significantly affect the viability, health, or metabolic activity of human keratinocytes (HaCaT cell line). On the contrary, MG-chitosan-shelled nanodroplets showed very poor biocompatibility. Combining the physico-chemical and the biological results obtained, LW chitosan emerges as the best candidate biopolymer for future OLND application as a skin device to treat chronic wounds.
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Pędziwiatr-Werbicka E, Gorzkiewicz M, Horodecka K, Lach D, Barrios-Gumiel A, Sánchez-Nieves J, Gómez R, de la Mata FJ, Bryszewska M. PEGylation of Dendronized Gold Nanoparticles Affects Their Interaction with Thrombin and siRNA. J Phys Chem B 2021; 125:1196-1206. [PMID: 33481607 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpcb.0c10177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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The use of nonviral carriers based on nanomaterials is a promising strategy for modern gene therapy aimed at protecting the genetic material against degradation and enabling its efficient cellular uptake. To improve the effectiveness of nanocarriers in vivo, they are often modified with poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) to reduce their toxicity, limit nonspecific binding by proteins in the bloodstream, and extend blood half-life. Thus, the selection of an appropriate degree of surface PEGylation is crucial to preserve the interaction of nanoparticles with the genetic material and to ensure its efficient transport to the site of action. Our research focuses on the use of innovative gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) coated with cationic carbosilane dendrons as carriers of siRNA. In this study, using dynamic light scattering and zeta potential measurements, circular dichroism, and gel electrophoresis, we investigated dendronized AuNPs modified to varying degrees with PEG in terms of their interactions with siRNA and thrombin to select the most promising PEGylated carrier for further research.
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- Elżbieta Pędziwiatr-Werbicka
- Department of General Biophysics, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 141/143 Pomorska Street, 90-236 Lodz, Poland
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- Department of General Biophysics, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 141/143 Pomorska Street, 90-236 Lodz, Poland
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- Department of General Biophysics, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 141/143 Pomorska Street, 90-236 Lodz, Poland
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- Department of General Biophysics, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 141/143 Pomorska Street, 90-236 Lodz, Poland
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry and Research Chemistry Institute "Andrés M. del Río" (IQAR), University of Alcalá, 28871 Alcalá de Henares, Spain.,Networking Research Center for Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), 28029 Madrid, Spain.,Institute "Ramón y Cajal" for Health Research (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry and Research Chemistry Institute "Andrés M. del Río" (IQAR), University of Alcalá, 28871 Alcalá de Henares, Spain.,Networking Research Center for Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), 28029 Madrid, Spain.,Institute "Ramón y Cajal" for Health Research (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry and Research Chemistry Institute "Andrés M. del Río" (IQAR), University of Alcalá, 28871 Alcalá de Henares, Spain.,Networking Research Center for Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), 28029 Madrid, Spain.,Institute "Ramón y Cajal" for Health Research (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry and Research Chemistry Institute "Andrés M. del Río" (IQAR), University of Alcalá, 28871 Alcalá de Henares, Spain.,Networking Research Center for Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER-BBN), 28029 Madrid, Spain.,Institute "Ramón y Cajal" for Health Research (IRYCIS), 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of General Biophysics, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 141/143 Pomorska Street, 90-236 Lodz, Poland
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Bao W, Tian F, Lyu C, Liu B, Li B, Zhang L, Liu X, Li F, Li D, Gao X, Wang S, Wei W, Shi X, Li Y. Experimental and theoretical explorations of nanocarriers' multistep delivery performance for rational design and anticancer prediction. SCIENCE ADVANCES 2021; 7:7/6/eaba2458. [PMID: 33547068 PMCID: PMC7864577 DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.aba2458] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2019] [Accepted: 12/17/2020] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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The poor understanding of the complex multistep process taken by nanocarriers during the delivery process limits the delivery efficiencies and further hinders the translation of these systems into medicine. Here, we describe a series of six self-assembled nanocarrier types with systematically altered physical properties including size, shape, and rigidity, as well as both in vitro and in vivo analyses of their performance in blood circulation, tumor penetration, cancer cell uptake, and anticancer efficacy. We also developed both data and simulation-based models for understanding the influence of physical properties, both individually and considered together, on each delivery step and overall delivery process. Thus, beyond finding that nanocarriers that are simultaneously endowed with tubular shape, short length, and low rigidity outperformed the other types, we now have a suit of theoretical models that can predict how nanocarrier properties will individually and collectively perform in the multistep delivery of anticancer therapies.
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- Weier Bao
- Key Laboratory of Precision Nutrition and Food Quality, Key Laboratory of Functional Dairy, College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
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- Laboratory of Theoretical and Computational Nanoscience, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Key Laboratory for Nanosystem and Hierarchy Fabrication, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Precision Nutrition and Food Quality, Key Laboratory of Functional Dairy, College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, P. R. China
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- Laboratory of Theoretical and Computational Nanoscience, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Key Laboratory for Nanosystem and Hierarchy Fabrication, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
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- Laboratory of Theoretical and Computational Nanoscience, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Key Laboratory for Nanosystem and Hierarchy Fabrication, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Precision Nutrition and Food Quality, Key Laboratory of Functional Dairy, College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Precision Nutrition and Food Quality, Key Laboratory of Functional Dairy, College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Biochemical Engineering, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China.
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, No. 19A Yuquan Road, Beijing 100049, P. R. China
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- Laboratory of Theoretical and Computational Nanoscience, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Key Laboratory for Nanosystem and Hierarchy Fabrication, CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China.
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, No. 19A Yuquan Road, Beijing 100049, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Precision Nutrition and Food Quality, Key Laboratory of Functional Dairy, College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, P. R. China.
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Minakshi P, Ghosh M, Kumar R, Brar B, Lambe UP, Banerjee S, Ranjan K, Kumar B, Goel P, Malik YS, Prasad G. An Insight into Nanomedicinal Approaches to Combat Viral Zoonoses. Curr Top Med Chem 2021; 20:915-962. [PMID: 32209041 DOI: 10.2174/1568026620666200325114400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2019] [Revised: 12/31/2019] [Accepted: 12/31/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND Emerging viral zoonotic diseases are one of the major obstacles to secure the "One Health" concept under the current scenario. Current prophylactic, diagnostic and therapeutic approaches often associated with certain limitations and thus proved to be insufficient for customizing rapid and efficient combating strategy against the highly transmissible pathogenic infectious agents leading to the disastrous socio-economic outcome. Moreover, most of the viral zoonoses originate from the wildlife and poor knowledge about the global virome database renders it difficult to predict future outbreaks. Thus, alternative management strategy in terms of improved prophylactic vaccines and their delivery systems; rapid and efficient diagnostics and effective targeted therapeutics are the need of the hour. METHODS Structured literature search has been performed with specific keywords in bibliographic databases for the accumulation of information regarding current nanomedicine interventions along with standard books for basic virology inputs. RESULTS Multi-arrayed applications of nanomedicine have proved to be an effective alternative in all the aspects regarding the prevention, diagnosis, and control of zoonotic viral diseases. The current review is focused to outline the applications of nanomaterials as anti-viral vaccines or vaccine/drug delivery systems, diagnostics and directly acting therapeutic agents in combating the important zoonotic viral diseases in the recent scenario along with their potential benefits, challenges and prospects to design successful control strategies. CONCLUSION This review provides significant introspection towards the multi-arrayed applications of nanomedicine to combat several important zoonotic viral diseases.
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- Prasad Minakshi
- Department of Animal Biotechnology, LLR University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Hisar-125001, Haryana, 125004, India
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- Department of Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry, RGSC, Banaras Hindu University, Mirzapur (UP) - 231001, India
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- Department of Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry, Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Hisar-125001, Haryana, 125004, India
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- Department of Animal Biotechnology, LLR University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Hisar-125001, Haryana, 125004, India
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- Department of Animal Biotechnology, LLR University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Hisar-125001, Haryana, 125004, India
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- Department of Veterinary Microbiology, Immunology Section, LUVAS, Hisar-125004, India
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- Department of Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut, 250110, India
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- Department of Veterinary Medicine, LLR University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Hisar, Haryana, 125004, India
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- Division of Standardisation, Indian Veterinary Research Institute Izatnagar - Bareilly (UP) - 243122, India
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- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut, UP, 250110, India
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Stiegler LMS, Klein S, Kryschi C, Neuhuber W, Hirsch A. Smart Shell-by-Shell Nanoparticles with Tunable Perylene Fluorescence in the Organic Interlayer. Chemistry 2021; 27:1655-1669. [PMID: 33459437 PMCID: PMC7898710 DOI: 10.1002/chem.202003232] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2020] [Revised: 08/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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A new series of shell-by-shell (SbS)-functionalized Al2 O3 nanoparticles (NPs) containing a perylene core in the organic interlayer as a fluorescence marker is introduced. Initially, the NPs were functionalized with both, a fluorescent perylene phosphonic acid derivative, together with the lipophilic hexadecylphosphonic acid or the fluorophilic (1 H,1 H,2 H,2H-perfluorodecyl)phosphonic acid. The lipophilic first-shell functionalized NPs were further implemented with amphiphiles built of aliphatic chains and polar head-groups. However, the fluorophilic NPs were combined with amphiphiles consisting of fluorocarbon tails and polar head-groups. Depending on the nature of the combined phosphonic acids and the amphiphiles, tuning of the perylene fluorescence can be accomplished due variations of supramolecular organization with the shell interface. Because the SbS-functionalized NPs dispose excellent dispersibility in water and in biological media, two sorts of NPs with different surface properties were tested with respect to biological fluorescent imaging applications. Depending on the agglomeration of the NPs, the cellular uptake differs. The uptake of larger agglomerates is facilitated by endocytosis, whereas individualized NPs cross directly the cellular membrane. Also, the larger agglomerates were preferentially incorporated by all tested cells.
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- Lisa M. S. Stiegler
- Department of Chemistry & PharmacyChair of Organic Chemistry IIFriedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-NurembergNikolaus-Fiebiger-Straße 1091058ErlangenGermany
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- Department Chemistry and PharmacyPhysical Chemistry I and ICMMFriedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-NurembergEgerlandstraße 391058ErlangenGermany
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- Department Chemistry and PharmacyPhysical Chemistry I and ICMMFriedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-NurembergEgerlandstraße 391058ErlangenGermany
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- Department of AnatomyChair of Anatomy IFriedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-NurembergKrankenhausstraße 991054ErlangenGermany
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- Department of Chemistry & PharmacyChair of Organic Chemistry IIFriedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-NurembergNikolaus-Fiebiger-Straße 1091058ErlangenGermany
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Nasr-Eldahan S, Nabil-Adam A, Shreadah MA, Maher AM, El-Sayed Ali T. A review article on nanotechnology in aquaculture sustainability as a novel tool in fish disease control. AQUACULTURE INTERNATIONAL : JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN AQUACULTURE SOCIETY 2021; 29:1459-1480. [PMID: 33688117 PMCID: PMC7933385 DOI: 10.1007/s10499-021-00677-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2020] [Accepted: 02/19/2021] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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In recent decades, aquaculture has played a significant role in fulfilling the vast demand for animal protein requirements and consequently in food security. However, environmental contamination and disease prevalence are considered essential challenges for the sector. In this regard, new approaches have been paved in technology to deal effectively with such challenges. Among these, nanotechnology-as a novel and innovative tool-has a broad spectrum of uses and a tremendous potential in aquaculture and seafood preservation. It can provide new technologies for management of drugs as liberation of vaccines and therefore hold the assurance for civilized protection of farmed fish against disease-causing pathogens. This article presents a review of nanotechnology and its applications in aquaculture. Additionally, it gives a brief idea about the fish disease and classical ways of controlling pathogens. On the other hand, this review sheds the light on nanotechnology as a potential novel tool which may possibly enhance the management and the control of disease prevalence. Therefore, the importance of this technology to promote sustainable aquaculture has also been highlighted. Focusing on the role of selenium nanoparticles as an efficient element is discussed also in this article.
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- Sameh Nasr-Eldahan
- National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (NIOF), Alexandria, Egypt
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- National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (NIOF), Alexandria, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Oceanography Department, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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Sebak AA, Gomaa IEO, ElMeshad AN, Farag MH, Breitinger U, Breitinger HG, AbdelKader MH. Distinct Proteins in Protein Corona of Nanoparticles Represent a Promising Venue for Endogenous Targeting - Part II: In vitro and in vivo Kinetics Study. Int J Nanomedicine 2020; 15:9539-9556. [PMID: 33299308 PMCID: PMC7721286 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s273721] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2020] [Accepted: 10/30/2020] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Introduction Nanoparticles (NPs), upon introduction to the biological systems, become wrapped by serum and cellular proteins constituting the protein corona (PC). This PC contributes largely to the NPs’ interaction with the biological systems and their subsequent functions. On the one hand, PC can decrease the efficiency of targeting by directing the NPs to the reticuloendothelial system (RES) or by masking the active targeting moieties and decreasing their ability to bind to their target receptors. On the other hand, some components of PC have offered hopes for achieving endogenous targeting. Methods In this study, we aimed at the investigation of the role of the PC in determining the behavior of cRGDyk peptide-unconjugated and -conjugated NPs (uNPs and cNPs) exhibiting different physicochemical properties and their interaction with melanoma on in vitro and in vivo levels. Mathematical modeling has been utilized to understand the kinetics of the interaction of NPs with the tumor cells and different organs, respectively. Results Endocytosis and exocytosis were reported to occur simultaneously for the utilized NPs. The balance was largely dependent on the NPs’ physicochemical properties and the role of the PC. In addition, distinct proteins present in the PC (illustrated in the results of the PC analysis in part I) have also determined the patterns of the NPs’ distribution in different organs and tissues of the vascular system, the RES system and the target tumot tissue. Vitronectin (VN) was found to mediate higher accumulation in integrin receptor-expressing melanoma cells, while complement 3 protein (C3) and clusterin (CLU), as an opsonin and dysopsonin, respectively, regulated the balance between the RES uptake and blood circulation. Discussion PC, if properly modulated by tuning NPs’ physicochemical properties, can serve as a potential venue for optimum utilization of NPs in cancer therapy.
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- Aya Ahmed Sebak
- Pharmaceutical Technology Department, Faculty of Pharmacy and Biotechnology, German University in Cairo (GUC), New Cairo City, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, October University for Modern Sciences and Arts (MSA), Giza, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Pharmaceutical Technology Department, Faculty of Pharmacy and Biotechnology, German University in Cairo (GUC), New Cairo City, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy and Biotechnology, German University in Cairo (GUC), New Cairo City, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy and Biotechnology, German University in Cairo (GUC), New Cairo City, Egypt
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- National Institute of Laser Enhanced Sciences (NILES), Cairo University (CU), Giza, Egypt.,European University in Egypt (EUE), New Administrative Capital, Cairo, Egypt
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Gräfe C, Müller EK, Gresing L, Weidner A, Radon P, Friedrich RP, Alexiou C, Wiekhorst F, Dutz S, Clement JH. Magnetic hybrid materials interact with biological matrices. PHYSICAL SCIENCES REVIEWS 2020. [DOI: 10.1515/psr-2019-0114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Magnetic hybrid materials are a promising group of substances. Their interaction with matrices is challenging with regard to the underlying physical and chemical mechanisms. But thinking matrices as biological membranes or even structured cell layers they become interesting with regard to potential biomedical applications. Therefore, we established in vitro blood-organ barrier models to study the interaction and processing of superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs) with these cellular structures in the presence of a magnetic field gradient. A one-cell-type–based blood-brain barrier model was used to investigate the attachment and uptake mechanisms of differentially charged magnetic hybrid materials. Inhibition of clathrin-dependent endocytosis and F-actin depolymerization led to a dramatic reduction of cellular uptake. Furthermore, the subsequent transportation of SPIONs through the barrier and the ability to detect these particles was of interest. Negatively charged SPIONs could be detected behind the barrier as well as in a reporter cell line. These observations could be confirmed with a two-cell-type–based blood-placenta barrier model. While positively charged SPIONs heavily interact with the apical cell layer, neutrally charged SPIONs showed a retarded interaction behavior. Behind the blood-placenta barrier, negatively charged SPIONs could be clearly detected. Finally, the transfer of the in vitro blood-placenta model in a microfluidic biochip allows the integration of shear stress into the system. Even without particle accumulation in a magnetic field gradient, the negatively charged SPIONs were detectable behind the barrier. In conclusion, in vitro blood-organ barrier models allow the broad investigation of magnetic hybrid materials with regard to biocompatibility, cell interaction, and transfer through cell layers on their way to biomedical application.
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- Christine Gräfe
- Department of Internal Medicine II, Hematology and Medical Oncology , Jena University Hospital , Jena , Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine II, Hematology and Medical Oncology , Jena University Hospital , Jena , Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine II, Hematology and Medical Oncology , Jena University Hospital , Jena , Germany
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- Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Informatics (BMTI), Technische Universität Ilmenau , Ilmenau , Germany
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- Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt , Berlin , Germany
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Section of Experimental Oncology and Nanomedicine (SEON) , Else Kröner-Fresenius-Stiftung-Professorship, Universitätsklinikum Erlangen , Erlangen , Germany
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Section of Experimental Oncology and Nanomedicine (SEON) , Else Kröner-Fresenius-Stiftung-Professorship, Universitätsklinikum Erlangen , Erlangen , Germany
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- Institute of Biomedical Engineering and Informatics (BMTI), Technische Universität Ilmenau , Ilmenau , Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine II, Hematology and Medical Oncology , Jena University Hospital , Jena , Germany
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Maravajjala KS, Swetha KL, Sharma S, Padhye T, Roy A. Development of a size-tunable paclitaxel micelle using a microfluidic-based system and evaluation of its in-vitro efficacy and intracellular delivery. J Drug Deliv Sci Technol 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2020.102041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Lazaratos M, Karathanou K, Mainas E, Chatzigoulas A, Pippa N, Demetzos C, Cournia Z. Coating of magnetic nanoparticles affects their interactions with model cell membranes. Biochim Biophys Acta Gen Subj 2020; 1864:129671. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bbagen.2020.129671] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2019] [Revised: 05/24/2020] [Accepted: 06/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Ackun-Farmmer MA, Alatise KL, Cross G, Benoit DSW. Ligand Density Controls C-Type Lectin-Like Molecule-1 Receptor-Specific Uptake of Polymer Nanoparticles. ADVANCED BIOSYSTEMS 2020; 4:e2000172. [PMID: 33073549 PMCID: PMC7959326 DOI: 10.1002/adbi.202000172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Revised: 10/01/2020] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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The newest generation of drug delivery systems (DDSs) exploits ligands to mediate specific targeting of cells and/or tissues. However, studies investigating the link between ligand density and nanoparticle (NP) uptake are limited to a small number of ligand-receptor systems. C-type lectin-like molecule-1 (CLL1) is uniquely expressed on myeloid cells, which enables the development of receptors specifically targeting treat various diseases. This study aims to investigate how NPs with different CLL1 targeting peptide density impact cellular uptake. To this end, poly(styrene-alt-maleic anhydride)-b-poly(styrene) NPs are functionalized with cyclized CLL1 binding peptides (cCBP) ranging from 240 ± 12 to 31 000 ± 940 peptides per NP. Unexpectedly, the percentage of cells with internalized NPs is decreased for all cCBP-NP designs regardless of ligand density compared to unmodified NPs. Internalization through CLL1 receptor-mediated processes is further investigated without confounding the effects of NP size and surface charge. Interestingly, high density cCBP-NPs (>7000 cCBP per NP) uptake is dominated by CLL1 receptor-mediated processes while low density cCBP-NPs (≈200 cCBP per NP) and untargeted NP occurred through non-specific clathrin and caveolin-mediated endocytosis. Altogether, these studies show that ligand density and uptake mechanism should be carefully investigated for specific ligand-receptor systems for the design of targeted DDSs to achieve effective drug delivery.
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- Marian A Ackun-Farmmer
- University of Rochester, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Rochester, NY, USA
- University of Rochester Medical Center, Department of Orthopaedics and Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Rochester, NY, USA
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- University of Rochester, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Washington University in St. Louis, Biomedical/Medical Engineering, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- University of Rochester, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Rochester, NY, USA
- University of Rochester Medical Center, Department of Orthopaedics and Center for Musculoskeletal Research, Rochester, NY, USA
- University of Rochester, Materials Science Program, Rochester, NY, USA
- University of Rochester, Department of Chemical Engineering, Rochester, NY, USA
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Kollenda S, Kopp M, Wens J, Koch J, Schulze N, Papadopoulos C, Pöhler R, Meyer H, Epple M. A pH-sensitive fluorescent protein sensor to follow the pathway of calcium phosphate nanoparticles into cells. Acta Biomater 2020; 111:406-417. [PMID: 32439614 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2020.05.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2020] [Revised: 04/21/2020] [Accepted: 05/12/2020] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Calcium phosphate nanoparticles (100 nm) were fluorescently labelled with poly(ethyleneimine) (PEIATTO490LS; red fluorescence). They were loaded with a Tandem fusion protein consisting of mRFP1-eGFP (red and green fluorescence in the same molecule)that acts as smart biological pH sensor to trace nanoparticles inside cells. Its fluorescence is also coupled to the structural integrity of the protein, i.e. it is also a label for a successful delivery of a functional protein into the cell. At pH 7.4, the fluorescence of both proteins (red and green) is detectable. At a pH of 4.5-5 inside the lysosomes, the green fluorescence is quenched due to the protonation of the eGFP chromophore, but the pH-independent red fluorescence of mRFP1 remains. The nanoparticles were taken up by cells (cell lines: HeLa, Caco-2 and A549) via endocytic pathways and then directed to lysosomes. Time-resolved confocal laser scanning microscopy confirmed mRFP1 and nanoparticles co-localizing with lysosomes. The fluorescence of eGFP was only detectable outside lysosomes, i.e. most likely inside early endosomes or at the cell membrane during the uptake, indicating the neutral pH at these locations. The Tandem fusion protein provides a versatile platform to follow the intracellular pathway of bioactive nanocarriers, e.g. therapeutic proteins. The transfection with a Tandem-encoding plasmid by calcium phosphate nanoparticles led to an even intracellular protein distribution in cytosol and nucleoplasm, i.e. very different from direct protein uptake. Neither dissolved protein nor dissolved plasmid DNA were taken up by the cells, underscoring the necessity for a suitable carrier like a nanoparticle. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: A pH-sensitive protein ("tandem") was used to follow the pathway of calcium phosphate nanoparticles. This protein consists of a pH-sensitive fluorophore (eGFP; green) and a pH-independent fluorophore (mRFP1; red). This permits to follow the pathway of a nanoparticle inside a cell. At a low pH inside an endolysosome, the green fluorescence vanishes but the red fluorescence persists. This is also a very useful model for the delivery of therapeutic proteins into cells. The delivery by nanoparticles was compared with the protein expression after cell transfection with plasmid DNA encoding for the tandem protein. High-resolution image analysis gave quantitative data on the intracellular protein distribution.
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Ashraf S, Hassan Said A, Hartmann R, Assmann M, Feliu N, Lenz P, Parak WJ. Quantitative Particle Uptake by Cells as Analyzed by Different Methods. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2020; 59:5438-5453. [PMID: 31657113 PMCID: PMC7155048 DOI: 10.1002/anie.201906303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2019] [Revised: 10/21/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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There is a large number of two-dimensional static in vitro studies about the uptake of colloidal nano- and microparticles, which has been published in the last decade. In this Minireview, different methods used for such studies are summarized and critically discussed. Supplementary experimental data allow for a direct comparison of the different techniques. Emphasis is given on how quantitative parameters can be extracted from studies in which different experimental techniques have been used, with the goal of allowing better comparison.
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- Sumaira Ashraf
- Fachbereich PhysikPhilipps Universität Marburg35037MarburgGermany
- Institute of Industrial BiotechnologyGovernment College University LahorePunjab54000Pakistan
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- Fachbereich PhysikPhilipps Universität Marburg35037MarburgGermany
- Electronics and Nano Devices lab (END)Department of PhysicsFaculty of SciencesSouth Valley University83523QenaEgypt
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- Fachbereich PhysikPhilipps Universität Marburg35037MarburgGermany
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- Fachbereich PhysikPhilipps Universität Marburg35037MarburgGermany
- Fraunhofer Institute for High-Speed DynamicsErnst Mach Institute79104FreiburgGermany
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- Fachbereich Physik und Chemie, CHyNUniversität Hamburg20146HamburgGermany
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- Fachbereich PhysikPhilipps Universität Marburg35037MarburgGermany
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- Fachbereich Physik und Chemie, CHyNUniversität Hamburg20146HamburgGermany
- Institute of Nano Biomedicine and EngineeringKey Laboratory for Thin Film and Microfabrication Technology of the Ministry of EducationDepartment of Instrument Science and EngineeringSchool of Electronic Information and Electrical EngineeringShanghai Jiao Tong UniversityShanghaiChina
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Analyse quantitativer Partikelaufnahme von Zellen über verschiedene Messmethoden. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2020. [DOI: 10.1002/ange.201906303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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