1
|
Pirușcă IA, Balaure PC, Grumezescu V, Irimiciuc SA, Oprea OC, Bîrcă AC, Vasile B, Holban AM, Voinea IC, Stan MS, Trușcă R, Grumezescu AM, Croitoru GA. New Fe 3O 4-Based Coatings with Enhanced Anti-Biofilm Activity for Medical Devices. Antibiotics (Basel) 2024; 13:631. [PMID: 39061313 PMCID: PMC11273941 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics13070631] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2024] [Revised: 07/02/2024] [Accepted: 07/03/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024] Open
Abstract
With the increasing use of invasive, interventional, indwelling, and implanted medical devices, healthcare-associated infections caused by pathogenic biofilms have become a major cause of morbidity and mortality. Herein, we present the fabrication, characterization, and in vitro evaluation of biocompatibility and anti-biofilm properties of new coatings based on Fe3O4 nanoparticles (NPs) loaded with usnic acid (UA) and ceftriaxone (CEF). Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) was employed as a stabilizer and modulator of the polarity, dispersibility, shape, and anti-biofilm properties of the magnetite nanoparticles. The resulting Fe3O4 functionalized NPs, namely Fe3O4@SLS, Fe3O4@SLS/UA, and Fe3O4@SLS/CEF, respectively, were prepared by co-precipitation method and fully characterized by XRD, TEM, SAED, SEM, FTIR, and TGA. They were further used to produce nanostructured coatings by matrix-assisted pulsed laser evaporation (MAPLE) technique. The biocompatibility of the coatings was assessed by measuring the cell viability, lactate dehydrogenase release, and nitric oxide level in the culture medium and by evaluating the actin cytoskeleton morphology of murine pre-osteoblasts. All prepared nanostructured coatings exhibited good biocompatibility. Biofilm growth inhibition ability was tested at 24 h and 48 h against Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa as representative models for Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. The coatings demonstrated good biocompatibility, promoting osteoblast adhesion, migration, and growth without significant impact on cell viability or morphology, highlighting their potential for developing safe and effective antibacterial surfaces.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ioana Adelina Pirușcă
- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (I.A.P.); (A.C.B.); (B.V.); (R.T.)
| | - Paul Cătălin Balaure
- Department of Organic Chemistry, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania
| | - Valentina Grumezescu
- Lasers Department, National Institute for Laser, Plasma and Radiation Physics, 077125 Magurele, Romania; (V.G.)
| | - Stefan-Andrei Irimiciuc
- Lasers Department, National Institute for Laser, Plasma and Radiation Physics, 077125 Magurele, Romania; (V.G.)
| | - Ovidiu-Cristian Oprea
- Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry and Electrochemistry, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania;
| | - Alexandra Cătălina Bîrcă
- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (I.A.P.); (A.C.B.); (B.V.); (R.T.)
| | - Bogdan Vasile
- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (I.A.P.); (A.C.B.); (B.V.); (R.T.)
| | - Alina Maria Holban
- Microbiology and Immunology Department, Faculty of Biology, University of Bucharest, 77206 Bucharest, Romania;
- Research Institute of the University of Bucharest—ICUB, University of Bucharest, 050663 Bucharest, Romania; (I.C.V.); (M.S.S.)
| | - Ionela C. Voinea
- Research Institute of the University of Bucharest—ICUB, University of Bucharest, 050663 Bucharest, Romania; (I.C.V.); (M.S.S.)
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Biology, University of Bucharest, 050095 Bucharest, Romania
| | - Miruna S. Stan
- Research Institute of the University of Bucharest—ICUB, University of Bucharest, 050663 Bucharest, Romania; (I.C.V.); (M.S.S.)
- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Biology, University of Bucharest, 050095 Bucharest, Romania
| | - Roxana Trușcă
- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (I.A.P.); (A.C.B.); (B.V.); (R.T.)
| | - Alexandru Mihai Grumezescu
- Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, National University of Science and Technology POLITEHNICA Bucharest, 011061 Bucharest, Romania; (I.A.P.); (A.C.B.); (B.V.); (R.T.)
- Research Institute of the University of Bucharest—ICUB, University of Bucharest, 050663 Bucharest, Romania; (I.C.V.); (M.S.S.)
| | - George-Alexandru Croitoru
- Department II, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 050474 Bucharest, Romania;
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Yan XS, Sun YJ, Du J, Niu WY, Qiao H, Yin XC. Effects of ferroptosis-related gene HSPB1 on acute myeloid leukemia. Int J Lab Hematol 2024. [PMID: 38826023 DOI: 10.1111/ijlh.14319] [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: 12/07/2023] [Accepted: 04/24/2024] [Indexed: 06/04/2024]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects and potential mechanisms of ferroptosis-related gene heat shock protein beta-1 (HSPB1) on acute myeloid leukemia (AML). METHODS The RNA-seq and clinical data of AML samples were obtained from the Genomic Data Commons database, and the FerrDb database was used to screen the marker, drive and suppressor of ferroptosis. Besides, DESeq2 was applied for differential expression analysis on AML samples and screening for differentially expressed genes (DEGs). The screened DEGs were subjected to the intersection analysis with ferroptosis-related genes to identify the ferroptosis-related DEGs. Next, the functional pathways of ferroptosis-related DEGs were further be discussed by Gene Ontology as well as Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes enrichment analysis of DEGs. Additionally, lasso regression analysis was employed to determine the differential genes related to prognosis in patients with AML and the survival analysis was performed. Subsequently, quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction and western blot assay were applied to detect the mRNA and protein expression levels of HSPB1 in normal/AML bone marrow tissues and human normal (HS-5)/AML (HL-60) bone marrow cells, respectively. Furthermore, HSPB1 was knocked down to assess the expression changes of glutathione peroxidase 4 and acyl-CoA synthetase long-chain family member 4. Ultimately, the viability and oxidative stress levels of HL-60 were analyzed by Cell Counting Kit-8 and biochemical detection. RESULTS A total of 4986 DEGs were identified in AML samples, with 3324 up-regulated and 1662 down-regulated. The enrichment analysis illustrated that ferroptosis-related DEGs were significantly enriched in response to metal irons, oxidative stress, and other pathways. After lasso regression analysis, 17 feature genes related to the prognosis of patients with AML were obtained, with HSPB1 exhibiting a significant correlation. The reliability of our models was verified by Cox regression analysis and survival analysis of the hazard model. Furthermore, the outcomes of quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction and western blot showed that mRNA and protein expression levels of HSPB1 were significantly increased in the AML Group and HL-60 cells. The knockdown of HSPB1 in HL-60 cells reduced the protein level of glutathione peroxidase 4, increased the protein level of acyl-CoA synthetase long-chain family member 4, decreased the cell viability, and aggravated oxidative stress. CONCLUSION Ferroptosis-related gene HSPB1 is highly expressed in patients with AML. In addition, HSPB1 may be involved in the occurrence and development of AML by regulating oxidative stress and ferroptosis-related pathways. This study provides new clues for further understanding of AML molecular mechanisms. Also, HSPB1 is expected to be a potential therapeutic target for AML in the future.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Xue-Shen Yan
- Department of Hematology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
| | - Yu-Jiao Sun
- Department of Hematology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
| | - Juan Du
- Department of Hematology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
| | - Wen-Yan Niu
- Department of Hematology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
| | - Han Qiao
- Department of Hematology, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
| | - Xiang-Cong Yin
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Du R, Zhao Z, Cui J, Li Y. Manganese-Based Nanotheranostics for Magnetic Resonance Imaging-Mediated Precise Cancer Management. Int J Nanomedicine 2023; 18:6077-6099. [PMID: 37908669 PMCID: PMC10614655 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s426311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 11/02/2023] Open
Abstract
Manganese (Mn)-based magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has become a competitive imaging modality for cancer diagnosis due to its advantages of non-invasiveness, high resolution and excellent biocompatibility. In recent years, a variety of Mn contrast agents based on different material systems have been synthesized, and a series of multi-purpose Mn nanocomposites have also emerged, showing satisfactory relaxation efficiency and MRI performance thus possess the transformation and application value in MRI-synergized cancer diagnosis and treatment. This tutorial review starts from the classification and properties of Mn-based nanomaterials, and then summarizes various preparation and functionalization strategies of nanosized Mn contrast agents, especially focuses on the latest progress of Mn contrast agents in MRI-synergized precise cancer theranostics. In addition, present review also discusses the current clinical transformation obstacles such as unclear molecular mechanisms, potential nanotoxicity, and scale production constraints. This paper provides evidence-based recommendations about the future prospects of multifunctional nanoplatforms, as well as technical guidance and panoramic expectations for the design of clinically meaningful cancer management programs.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Ruochen Du
- Department of Laboratory Animal Center, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, Shanxi, 030001, People’s Republic of China
| | - Ziwei Zhao
- College of Medical Imaging, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, Shanxi, 030001, People’s Republic of China
| | - Jing Cui
- College of Public Health, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, Shanxi, 030001, People’s Republic of China
| | - Yanan Li
- College of Medical Imaging, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, Shanxi, 030001, People’s Republic of China
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Yan X, Li S, Yan H, Yu C, Liu F. IONPs-Based Medical Imaging in Cancer Care: Moving Beyond Traditional Diagnosis and Therapeutic Assessment. Int J Nanomedicine 2023; 18:1741-1763. [PMID: 37034271 PMCID: PMC10075272 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s399047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2022] [Accepted: 03/14/2023] [Indexed: 04/03/2023] Open
Abstract
Cancer-related burden of morbidity and mortality is rapidly rising worldwide. Medical imaging plays an important role in every phase of cancer management, including diagnosis, staging, treatment planning and evaluation. Iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs) could serve as contrast agents or labeling agents to enhance the identification and visualization of pathological tissues as well as target cells. Multimodal or multifunctional imaging can be easily acquired by modifying IONPs with other imaging agents or functional groups, allowing the accessibility of combined imaging techniques and providing more comprehensive information for cancer care. To date, IONPs-enhanced medical imaging has gained intensive application in early diagnosis, monitoring treatment as well as guiding radio-frequency ablation, sentinel lymph node dissection, radiotherapy and hyperthermia therapy. Besides, IONPs mediated imaging is also capable of promoting the development of anti-cancer nanomedicines through identifying patients potentially sensitive to nanotherapeutics. Based on versatile imaging modes and application fields, this review highlights and summarizes recent research advances of IONPs-based medical imaging in cancer management. Besides, currently existing challenges are also discussed to provide perspectives and advices for the future development of IONPs-based imaging in cancer management.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Xiaolin Yan
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Provincial Qianfoshan Hospital, Shandong Engineering and Technology Research Center for Pediatric Drug Development, Shandong Medicine and Health Key Laboratory of Clinical Pharmacy, Jinan, Shandong Province, People’s Republic of China
| | - Shanshan Li
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Provincial Qianfoshan Hospital, Shandong Engineering and Technology Research Center for Pediatric Drug Development, Shandong Medicine and Health Key Laboratory of Clinical Pharmacy, Jinan, Shandong Province, People’s Republic of China
| | - Haiyin Yan
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Provincial Qianfoshan Hospital, Shandong Engineering and Technology Research Center for Pediatric Drug Development, Shandong Medicine and Health Key Laboratory of Clinical Pharmacy, Jinan, Shandong Province, People’s Republic of China
| | - Chungang Yu
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Provincial Qianfoshan Hospital, Shandong Engineering and Technology Research Center for Pediatric Drug Development, Shandong Medicine and Health Key Laboratory of Clinical Pharmacy, Jinan, Shandong Province, People’s Republic of China
| | - Fengxi Liu
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Provincial Qianfoshan Hospital, Shandong Engineering and Technology Research Center for Pediatric Drug Development, Shandong Medicine and Health Key Laboratory of Clinical Pharmacy, Jinan, Shandong Province, People’s Republic of China
- Correspondence: Fengxi Liu, Tel +86 0531-89269594, Email
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Lau ECHT, Åhlén M, Cheung O, Ganin AY, Smith DGE, Yiu HHP. Gold-iron oxide (Au/Fe3O4) magnetic nanoparticles as the nanoplatform for binding of bioactive molecules through self-assembly. Front Mol Biosci 2023; 10:1143190. [PMID: 37051321 PMCID: PMC10083301 DOI: 10.3389/fmolb.2023.1143190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2023] [Accepted: 03/15/2023] [Indexed: 03/28/2023] Open
Abstract
Nanomedicine plays a crucial role in the development of next-generation therapies. The use of nanoparticles as drug delivery platforms has become a major area of research in nanotechnology. To be effective, these nanoparticles must interact with desired drug molecules and release them at targeted sites. The design of these “nanoplatforms” typically includes a functional core, an organic coating with functional groups for drug binding, and the drugs or bioactive molecules themselves. However, by exploiting the coordination chemistry between organic molecules and transition metal centers, the self-assembly of drugs onto the nanoplatform surfaces can bypass the need for an organic coating, simplifying the materials synthesis process. In this perspective, we use gold-iron oxide nanoplatforms as examples and outline the prospects and challenges of using self-assembly to prepare drug-nanoparticle constructs. Through a case study on the binding of insulin on Au-dotted Fe3O4 nanoparticles, we demonstrate how a self-assembly system can be developed. This method can also be adapted to other combinations of transition metals, with the potential for scaling up. Furthermore, the self-assembly method can also be considered as a greener alternative to traditional methods, reducing the use of chemicals and solvents. In light of the current climate of environmental awareness, this shift towards sustainability in the pharmaceutical industry would be welcomed.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Elizabeth C. H. T. Lau
- Institute of Chemical Science, School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Institute of Quantitative Biology, Biochemistry and Biotechnology, School of Biological Sciences, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
| | - Michelle Åhlén
- Division of Nanotechnology and Functional Materials, Department of Material Sciences and Engineering, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
| | - Ocean Cheung
- Division of Nanotechnology and Functional Materials, Department of Material Sciences and Engineering, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
| | - Alexey Y. Ganin
- School of Chemistry, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom
| | - David G. E. Smith
- Institute of Biological Chemistry, Biophysics and Bioengineering, School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
| | - Humphrey H. P. Yiu
- Institute of Chemical Science, School of Engineering and Physical Sciences, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- *Correspondence: Humphrey H. P. Yiu,
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Luo Q, Shao N, Zhang AC, Chen CF, Wang D, Luo LP, Xiao ZY. Smart Biomimetic Nanozymes for Precise Molecular Imaging: Application and Challenges. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023; 16:249. [PMID: 37259396 PMCID: PMC9965384 DOI: 10.3390/ph16020249] [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: 12/21/2022] [Revised: 02/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/02/2023] [Indexed: 04/06/2024] Open
Abstract
New nanotechnologies for imaging molecules are widely being applied to visualize the expression of specific molecules (e.g., ions, biomarkers) for disease diagnosis. Among various nanoplatforms, nanozymes, which exhibit enzyme-like catalytic activities in vivo, have gained tremendously increasing attention in molecular imaging due to their unique properties such as diverse enzyme-mimicking activities, excellent biocompatibility, ease of surface tenability, and low cost. In addition, by integrating different nanoparticles with superparamagnetic, photoacoustic, fluorescence, and photothermal properties, the nanoenzymes are able to increase the imaging sensitivity and accuracy for better understanding the complexity and the biological process of disease. Moreover, these functions encourage the utilization of nanozymes as therapeutic agents to assist in treatment. In this review, we focus on the applications of nanozymes in molecular imaging and discuss the use of peroxidase (POD), oxidase (OXD), catalase (CAT), and superoxide dismutase (SOD) with different imaging modalities. Further, the applications of nanozymes for cancer treatment, bacterial infection, and inflammation image-guided therapy are discussed. Overall, this review aims to provide a complete reference for research in the interdisciplinary fields of nanotechnology and molecular imaging to promote the advancement and clinical translation of novel biomimetic nanozymes.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | | | | | | | | | - Liang-Ping Luo
- The Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Molecular and Functional Imaging for Clinical Translation, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, China
| | - Ze-Yu Xiao
- The Guangzhou Key Laboratory of Molecular and Functional Imaging for Clinical Translation, The First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, China
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Biomaterial-assisted photoimmunotherapy for synergistic suppression of cancer progression. CHINESE CHEM LETT 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cclet.2023.108180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
|
8
|
Fe3O4/Graphene-Based Nanotheranostics for Bimodal Magnetic Resonance/Fluorescence Imaging and Cancer Therapy. J Inorg Organomet Polym Mater 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s10904-022-02457-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/15/2022]
|
9
|
Kamali F, Shirini F, Ardaki MS. Fe 3O 4@SiO 2-Supported Ionic Liquid as an Efficient Catalyst for the One-Pot Synthesis of Benzimidazolo-Quinazolinone Derivatives under Solvent-Free Conditions. Polycycl Aromat Compd 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/10406638.2022.2094970] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Fatemeh Kamali
- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran
| | - Farhad Shirini
- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran
| | | |
Collapse
|
10
|
Wu K, Mohsin A, Zaman WQ, Zhang Z, Guan W, Chu M, Zhuang Y, Guo M. Urchin-like magnetic microspheres for cancer therapy through synergistic effect of mechanical force, photothermal and photodynamic effects. J Nanobiotechnology 2022; 20:224. [PMID: 35549715 PMCID: PMC9097396 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-022-01411-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2021] [Accepted: 04/04/2022] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
Abstract
Background Magnetic materials mediated by mechanical forces to combat cancer cells are currently attracting attention. Firstly, the magnetic force penetrates deeper into tissues than the NIR laser alone to destroy tumours. Secondly, the synergistic effect of nano-magnetic-material characteristics results in a viable option for the targeted killing of cancer cells. Therefore, mechanical force (MF) produced by magnetic nanomaterials under low frequency dynamic magnetic field combined with laser technology is the most effective, safe and efficient tool for killing cancer cells and tumour growth. Results In this study, we synthesized novel urchin-like hollow magnetic microspheres (UHMMs) composed of superparamagnetic Fe3O4. We demonstrated the excellent performance of UHMMs for killing laryngocarcinoma cancer cells through mechanical force and photothermal effects under a vibrating magnetic field and near-infrared laser, respectively. The killing efficiency was further improved after loading the synthesised UHMMs with Chlorin e6 relative to unloaded UHMMs. Additionally, in animal experiments, laryngocarcinoma solid tumour growth was effectively inhibited by UHMMs@Ce6 through magneto-mechanic force, photothermal and photodynamic therapy. Conclusions The biocompatibility and high efficiency of multimodal integrated therapy with the UHMMs prepared in this work provide new insights for developing novel nano therapy and drug loading platforms for tumour treatment. In vivo experiments further demonstrated that UHMMs/Ce6 are excellent tools for strongly inhibiting tumour growth through the above-mentioned characteristic effects. Graphical Abstract ![]()
Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12951-022-01411-y.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Kai Wu
- State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, P.O. Box 329#, Shanghai, 200237, People's Republic of China.,Biomedical Multidisciplinary Innovation Research Institute and Research Center for Translational Medicine at Shanghai East Hospital, School of Life Sciences and Technology, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, People's Republic of China
| | - Ali Mohsin
- State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, P.O. Box 329#, Shanghai, 200237, People's Republic of China
| | - Waqas Qamar Zaman
- Institute of Environmental Sciences and Engineering, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Sector H-12, Islamabad, 44000, Pakistan
| | - Zefei Zhang
- Biomedical Multidisciplinary Innovation Research Institute and Research Center for Translational Medicine at Shanghai East Hospital, School of Life Sciences and Technology, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, People's Republic of China
| | - Wenyan Guan
- Materials and Biomaterials Science and Engineering, University of California, Merced, CA, 95343, USA
| | - Maoquan Chu
- Biomedical Multidisciplinary Innovation Research Institute and Research Center for Translational Medicine at Shanghai East Hospital, School of Life Sciences and Technology, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, People's Republic of China.
| | - Yingping Zhuang
- State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, P.O. Box 329#, Shanghai, 200237, People's Republic of China
| | - Meijin Guo
- State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 130 Meilong Road, P.O. Box 329#, Shanghai, 200237, People's Republic of China.
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Zhou J, Chen L, Chen L, Zeng X, Zhang Y, Yuan Y. Emerging role of nanoparticles in the diagnostic imaging of gastrointestinal cancer. Semin Cancer Biol 2022; 86:580-594. [DOI: 10.1016/j.semcancer.2022.04.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2022] [Revised: 04/21/2022] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
|
12
|
Jiang Y, Lee J, Seo JM, Davaa E, Shin KJ, Yang SG. Enhanced thermodynamic, pharmacokinetic and theranostic properties of polymeric micelles via hydrophobic core-clustering of superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles. Biomater Res 2022; 26:8. [PMID: 35256008 PMCID: PMC8900364 DOI: 10.1186/s40824-022-00255-9] [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: 11/01/2021] [Accepted: 02/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
Abstract
Background Superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIO) have been applied for decades to design theranostic polymeric micelles for targeted cancer therapy and diagnostic MR imaging. However, the effects of SPIO on the physicochemical, and biological properties of polymeric micelles have not yet been fully elucidated. Therefore, we investigated potential effect of SPIO on the physical and biological properties of theranostic polymeric micelles using representative cancer drug (doxorubicin; Doxo) and polymer carrier (i.e., poly (ethylene glycol)-co-poly(D,L-lactide), PEG-PLA). Methods SPIO were synthesized from Fe(acetyl acetonate)3 in an aryl ether. SPIO and Doxo were loaded into the polymeric micelles by a solvent-evaporation method. We observed the effect of SPIO-clustering on drug loading, micelle size, thermodynamic stability, and theranostic property of PEG-PLA polymeric micelles. In addition, cellular uptake behaviors, pharmacokinetic and biodistribution study were performed. Results SPIO formed hydrophobic geometric cavity in the micelle core and significantly affected the integrity of micelles in terms of micelle size, Doxo loading, critical micelle concentration (CMC) and in vitro dissociation. In vivo pharmacokinetic studies also showed the enhanced Area Under Curve (AUC) and elongated the half-life of Doxo. Conclusions Clustered SPIO in micelles largely affects not only MR imaging properties but also biological and physical properties of polymeric micelles. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s40824-022-00255-9.
Collapse
|
13
|
Li Y, Cui J, Li C, Zhou H, Chang J, Aras O, An F. 19 F MRI Nanotheranostics for Cancer Management: Progress and Prospects. ChemMedChem 2022; 17:e202100701. [PMID: 34951121 PMCID: PMC9432482 DOI: 10.1002/cmdc.202100701] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2021] [Revised: 12/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
Abstract
Fluorine magnetic resonance imaging (19 F MRI) is a promising imaging technique for cancer diagnosis because of its excellent soft tissue resolution and deep tissue penetration, as well as the inherent high natural abundance, almost no endogenous interference, quantitative analysis, and wide chemical shift range of the 19 F nucleus. In recent years, scientists have synthesized various 19 F MRI contrast agents. By further integrating a wide variety of nanomaterials and cutting-edge construction strategies, magnetically equivalent 19 F atoms are super-loaded and maintain satisfactory relaxation efficiency to obtain high-intensity 19 F MRI signals. In this review, the nuclear magnetic resonance principle underlying 19 F MRI is first described. Then, the construction and performance of various fluorinated contrast agents are summarized. Finally, challenges and future prospects regarding the clinical translation of 19 F MRI nanoprobes are considered. This review will provide strategic guidance and panoramic expectations for designing new cancer theranostic regimens and realizing their clinical translation.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yanan Li
- College of Medical Imaging, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, Shanxi, People’s Republic of China
| | - Jing Cui
- College of Medical Imaging, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, Shanxi, People’s Republic of China
| | - Chenlong Li
- College of Medical Imaging, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, Shanxi, People’s Republic of China
| | - Huimin Zhou
- College of Basic Medicine, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, Shanxi, People’s Republic of China
| | - Jun Chang
- College of Basic Medicine, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, Shanxi, People’s Republic of China
| | - Omer Aras
- Department of Radiology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York 10065, United States
| | - Feifei An
- School of Public Health, Health Science Center, Xi’an Jiaotong University, No.76 Yanta West Road, Xi’an 710061, Shaanxi, People’s Republic of China
| |
Collapse
|
14
|
Fernández-Bertólez N, Costa C, Brandão F, Teixeira JP, Pásaro E, Valdiglesias V, Laffon B. Toxicological Aspects of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles. ADVANCES IN EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY 2022; 1357:303-350. [DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-88071-2_13] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
|
15
|
Kulpa-Koterwa A, Ossowski T, Niedziałkowski P. Functionalized Fe 3O 4 Nanoparticles as Glassy Carbon Electrode Modifiers for Heavy Metal Ions Detection-A Mini Review. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2021; 14:7725. [PMID: 34947318 PMCID: PMC8709283 DOI: 10.3390/ma14247725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2021] [Revised: 12/11/2021] [Accepted: 12/12/2021] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
Abstract
Over the past few decades, nanoparticles of iron oxide Fe3O4 (magnetite) gained significant attention in both basic studies and many practical applications. Their unique properties such as superparamagnetism, low toxicity, synthesis simplicity, high surface area to volume ratio, simple separation methodology by an external magnetic field, and renewability are the reasons for their successful utilisation in environmental remediation, biomedical, and agricultural applications. Moreover, the magnetite surface modification enables the successful binding of various analytes. In this work, we discuss the usage of core-shell nanoparticles and nanocomposites based on Fe3O4 for the modification of the GC electrode surface. Furthermore, this review focuses on the heavy metal ions electrochemical detection using Fe3O4-based nanoparticles-modified electrodes. Moreover, the most frequently used electrochemical methods, such as differential pulse anodic stripping voltammetry and measurement conditions, including deposition potential, deposition time, and electrolyte selection, are discussed.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Amanda Kulpa-Koterwa
- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, Wita Stwosza 63, 80-308 Gdansk, Poland;
| | | | - Paweł Niedziałkowski
- Department of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Gdansk, Wita Stwosza 63, 80-308 Gdansk, Poland;
| |
Collapse
|
16
|
Gupta N, Yadav V, Patel R. A brief review of the essential role of nanovehicles for improving the therapeutic efficacy of pharmacological agents against tumours. Curr Drug Deliv 2021; 19:301-316. [PMID: 34391379 DOI: 10.2174/1567201818666210813144105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2021] [Revised: 06/05/2021] [Accepted: 06/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
Abstract
Cancer is the leading cause of death globally. There are several differences between cancer cells and normal cells. From all the therapies, chemotherapy is the most prominent therapy to treat cancer. However, the conventional drug delivery that is used to deliver poorly aqueous soluble chemotherapeutic agents has several obstacles such as whole-body distribution, rapid excretion, degradation before reaching the infected site, side effects, etc. Nanoformulation of these aqueous insoluble agents is the emerging delivery system for targeted and increasing solubility. Among all the three methods (physical, chemical and biological) chemical and biological methods are mostly used for the synthesis of nanovehicles (NVs) of different sizes, shapes and dimensions. A passive targeting delivery system in which NVs supports the pharmacological agents (drugs/genes) is a good way for resolving the obstacles with a conventional delivery system. It enhances the therapeutic efficacy of pharmacological agents (drugs/genes). These NVs have several specific characters like small size, large surface area to volume ratio, surface functionalization, etc. However, this delivery is not able to deliver site-specific delivery of drugs. An active targeting delivery system in which pharmacological agents are loaded on NVs to attack directly on cancer cells and tissues is a superior way for delivering the pharmacological agents compared to a passive targeting delivery system. Various targeting ligands have been investigated and applied for targeting the delivery of drugs such as sugar, vitamin, antibodies, protein, peptides, etc. These targeted ligand supports to guide the NVs accumulated directly on the cancer cells with a higher level of cellular internalization compared to passive targeting and conventional delivery system.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nitin Gupta
- School of Nano Sciences, Central University of Gujarat, Gandhinagar- 382030, Gujarat, India
| | - Virendra Yadav
- Department of Microbiology, School of Life Sciences, Jaipur National University, Jaipur- 341503, Rajasthan, India
| | - Rakesh Patel
- Shree S. K. Patel College of Pharmaceutical Education & Research, Ganpat University, Mehsana- 384012, Gujarat, India
| |
Collapse
|
17
|
Protease-triggered bioresponsive drug delivery for the targeted theranostics of malignancy. Acta Pharm Sin B 2021; 11:2220-2242. [PMID: 34522585 PMCID: PMC8424222 DOI: 10.1016/j.apsb.2021.01.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2020] [Revised: 11/17/2020] [Accepted: 12/14/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
Abstract
Proteases have a fundamental role in maintaining physiological homeostasis, but their dysregulation results in severe activity imbalance and pathological conditions, including cancer onset, progression, invasion, and metastasis. This striking importance plus superior biological recognition and catalytic performance of proteases, combining with the excellent physicochemical characteristics of nanomaterials, results in enzyme-activated nano-drug delivery systems (nanoDDS) that perform theranostic functions in highly specific response to the tumor phenotype stimulus. In the tutorial review, the key advances of protease-responsive nanoDDS in the specific diagnosis and targeted treatment for malignancies are emphatically classified according to the effector biomolecule types, on the premise of summarizing the structure and function of each protease. Subsequently, the incomplete matching and recognition between enzyme and substrate, structural design complexity, volume production, and toxicological issues related to the nanocomposites are highlighted to clarify the direction of efforts in nanotheranostics. This will facilitate the promotion of nanotechnology in the management of malignant tumors.
Collapse
|
18
|
Song M, Liu C, Chen S, Zhang W. Nanocarrier-Based Drug Delivery for Melanoma Therapeutics. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:1873. [PMID: 33668591 PMCID: PMC7918190 DOI: 10.3390/ijms22041873] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2021] [Revised: 02/10/2021] [Accepted: 02/11/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
Abstract
Melanoma, as a tumor cell derived from melanocyte transformation, has the characteristics of malignant proliferation, high metastasis, rapid recurrence, and a low survival rate. Traditional therapy has many shortcomings, including drug side effects and poor patient compliance, and so on. Therefore, the development of an effective treatment is necessary. Currently, nanotechnologies are a promising oncology treatment strategy because of their ability to effectively deliver drugs and other bioactive molecules to targeted tissues with low toxicity, thereby improving the clinical efficacy of cancer therapy. In this review, the application of nanotechnology in the treatment of melanoma is reviewed and discussed. First, the pathogenesis and molecular targets of melanoma are elucidated, and the current clinical treatment strategies and deficiencies of melanoma are then introduced. Following this, we discuss the main features of developing efficient nanosystems and introduce the latest reports in the literature on nanoparticles for the treatment of melanoma. Subsequently, we review and discuss the application of nanoparticles in chemotherapeutic agents, immunotherapy, mRNA vaccines, and photothermal therapy, as well as the potential of nanotechnology in the early diagnosis of melanoma.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
| | | | - Siyu Chen
- State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines and School of Life Science and Technology, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 211198, China; (M.S.); (C.L.)
| | - Wenxiang Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines and School of Life Science and Technology, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 211198, China; (M.S.); (C.L.)
| |
Collapse
|
19
|
Rajalekshmi Dhanya C, Jeyaraman J, Sainulabdeen S, Soumya MS, Abraham A, Sivakumar S. Biocompatible Multifunctional Theranostic Nanoprobe for Imaging and Chemotherapy in Solid‐Tumor‐Bearing Mice. CHEMPHOTOCHEM 2020. [DOI: 10.1002/cptc.202000189] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
Affiliation(s)
| | - Jaishree Jeyaraman
- Department of Chemical Engineering Center for Nanoscience and Center for Environmental Science and Engineering Institute of Technology Kanpur Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh India
| | | | | | - Annie Abraham
- Department of Biochemistry University of Kerala 695581 Kerala India
| | - Sri Sivakumar
- Department of Chemical Engineering Center for Nanoscience and Center for Environmental Science and Engineering Institute of Technology Kanpur Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh India
| |
Collapse
|
20
|
Li Y, Mei T, Han S, Han T, Sun Y, Zhang H, An F. Cathepsin B-responsive nanodrug delivery systems for precise diagnosis and targeted therapy of malignant tumors. CHINESE CHEM LETT 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cclet.2020.05.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
|
21
|
Multitherapy magnetic theranostic: Synthesis, characterization and in vitro evaluation of their performance. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2020; 198:111460. [PMID: 33246780 DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2020.111460] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2020] [Revised: 11/08/2020] [Accepted: 11/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
Abstract
It is well known that iron oxide magnetic nanoparticles (IONPs) have many potential utilities in biomedicine due to their unique physicochemical properties. With the aim to obtain multifunctional nanoparticles with potential uses for therapy and diagnosis (nanotheranostics), IONPs were synthesized by hydrothermal synthesis assisted by mannose. Two synthetic pathways were evaluated in order to obtain IONPs with suitable properties for biomedical applications. The formulation Mag@Man/H1 presented the best characteristics in terms of size and stability. Mag@Man/H1 was evaluated as: a) drug carrier, b) antioxidant activity, c) magnetic hyperthermia, d) contrast agent for MRI. To evaluate the point a), morin, a natural flavonoid with several pharmaceutical activities, was loaded on the nanoparticles. A high percentage of drug loading was achieved. In point b) it was determined that the carrier itself possess a high activity which increased in morin loaded nanoparticles. Point c) magnetocalorimetric evaluation were carried out at several field conditions. A specific absorption rate value of 121.4 W/gFe was achieved at 52.4 kA/m and 260 kHz and 8.8 W/gFe at 4 kA/m and 100 kHz. Regarding contrast capacity (point d), the r1 value found was close to some contrast agent based on manganese. Although the measured r2 value was quite smaller than other iron oxides, the achieved effect was strong enough to produce negative contrast. From these studies, it was concluded that Mag@Man/H1 could act as a multifunctional nanoplatform for oncological diseases treatments.
Collapse
|
22
|
Khizar S, Ahmad NM. pH Tunable Thin Film Gradients of Magnetic Polymer Colloids for MRI Diagnostics. Polymers (Basel) 2020; 12:polym12092116. [PMID: 32957488 PMCID: PMC7569873 DOI: 10.3390/polym12092116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2020] [Revised: 05/29/2020] [Accepted: 06/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
Abstract
Magnetic polymer colloids comprising of magnetite (Fe3O4) nanoparticles and Eudragit E100 were employed to fabricate thin film gradients and were investigated for in-vitro magnetic resonance imaging. Magnetic polymer colloids (MPC) and polyacrylic acid (PAA) with stimuli-responsive cationic and anionic functional groups respectively facilitate the formation of thin film gradients via layer by layer technique. The characteristics of films were controlled by changing the pH and level of the adsorbing solutions that lead to the development of gradient films having 5.5, 10.5 and 15.5 bilayers. Optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy and magnetic force microscopy was carried out to determine the surface coverage of films. Surface wettability demonstrated the hydrophilicity of adsorbed colloids. The developed thin-film gradients were explored for in vitro magnetic resonance imaging that offers a point of care lab-on-chip as a dip-stick approach for ultrasensitive in-vitro molecular diagnosis of biological fluids.
Collapse
|
23
|
Xie G, Zhang L, Pan J, Zhang X, Sun SK. Green and Kilogram-Scale Synthesis of Fe Hydrogel for Photothermal Therapy of Tumors in Vivo. ACS Biomater Sci Eng 2020; 6:4276-4284. [PMID: 33463327 DOI: 10.1021/acsbiomaterials.9b01933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
Abstract
Photothermal agents with good biocompatibility, high tumor accumulation efficiency, large-scale production ability, and low cost are crucial for potential photothermal treatment in clinic. Herein, we proposed a green and highly efficient strategy to fabricate a kilogram-scale alginate-Ca2+-Fe powder hydrogel (ALG-Ca2+-Fe) by turning commercial Fe powder into hydrogel for enhanced photothermal therapy. The ALG-Ca2+-Fe was formed by simply dispersing commercial Fe powder into the preformed alginate-Ca2+ hydrogel in a green and energy-/time-saving way. The hydrogel exhibited the advantages of ultrahigh loading capacity of Fe powder (>100 mg mL-1), excellent large-scale production capacity (>1 kg in lab synthesis), low cost (<1.7 $/kg), and good injectability. More importantly, large size and hydrophobicity endowed Fe powder with excellent tumor retention effect and minimal diffusion to surrounding tissues, greatly benefiting improving treatment efficiency and reducing side effects. In vivo and in vitro studies both proved that the large-scale produced ALG-Ca2+-Fe can be used for highly efficient and biosafe tumor treatment in vivo by simple noninvasive injection. The developed ALG-Ca2+-Fe with multiple superiors opens up a novel green way to develop efficient and safe photothermal therapeutic agents with great clinic transformation potential.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Guangchao Xie
- School of Medical Imaging, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin 300203, China
| | - Liang Zhang
- Department of Ultrasound, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin 300052, China
| | - Jinbin Pan
- Department of Radiology, Tianjin Key Laboratory of Functional Imaging, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin 300052, China
| | - Xuejun Zhang
- School of Medical Imaging, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin 300203, China
| | - Shao-Kai Sun
- School of Medical Imaging, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin 300203, China
| |
Collapse
|