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Li X, Zhang L, Liu Z, Wang R, Jiao T. Recent progress in hydrogels combined with phototherapy for bacterial infection: A review. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 274:133375. [PMID: 38914386 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.133375] [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: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 06/17/2024] [Accepted: 06/21/2024] [Indexed: 06/26/2024]
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Phototherapy has become one of the most effective antibacterial methods due to its associated lack of drug resistance and its good antibacterial effect. For the purpose of avoiding the aggregation and premature release of photosensitive/photothermal agents during phototherapy, they can be mixed into three-dimensional hydrogels. The combination of hydrogels and phototherapy combines the merits of both hydrogels and phototherapy, overcomes the disadvantages of traditional antibacterial methodologies, and has broad application prospects. This review presents recent advancements in phototherapeutic antibacterial hydrogels including photodynamic antibacterial hydrogels, photothermal antibacterial hydrogels, photodynamic and photothermal synergistic antibacterial hydrogels, and other synergistic antibacterial hydrogels involving phototherapy.
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- Xinyu Li
- State Key Laboratory of Metastable Materials Science and Technology, Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, Hebei Key Laboratory of Nanobiotechnology, Hebei Key Laboratory of Heavy Metal Deep-Remediation in Water and Resource Reuse, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao 066004, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Metastable Materials Science and Technology, Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, Hebei Key Laboratory of Nanobiotechnology, Hebei Key Laboratory of Heavy Metal Deep-Remediation in Water and Resource Reuse, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao 066004, PR China
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- State Key Laboratory of Metastable Materials Science and Technology, Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, Hebei Key Laboratory of Nanobiotechnology, Hebei Key Laboratory of Heavy Metal Deep-Remediation in Water and Resource Reuse, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao 066004, PR China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Metastable Materials Science and Technology, Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, Hebei Key Laboratory of Nanobiotechnology, Hebei Key Laboratory of Heavy Metal Deep-Remediation in Water and Resource Reuse, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao 066004, PR China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Metastable Materials Science and Technology, Hebei Key Laboratory of Applied Chemistry, Hebei Key Laboratory of Nanobiotechnology, Hebei Key Laboratory of Heavy Metal Deep-Remediation in Water and Resource Reuse, Yanshan University, Qinhuangdao 066004, PR China.
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Cruz-Hernández C, López-Camacho PY, Basurto-Islas G, Rojas A, Guadarrama P, Martínez-Herrera M. Click synthesis of dendronized malonates for the preparation of amphiphilic dendro[60]fullerenes. Org Biomol Chem 2024; 22:3328-3339. [PMID: 38584463 DOI: 10.1039/d3ob01986a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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Fullerene C60 and its malonate derivatives, produced via the Bingel-Hirsch reaction, have displayed promising properties against various diseases. These molecules have great therapeutic potential, but their broad use has been limited due to poor aqueous solubility and toxicity caused by accumulation. In this study, we synthesized new malonates and malonamides attached to first- and second-generation polyester dendrons using click chemistry (CuAAC). These dendrons were then linked at C60 through the Bingel-Hirsch reaction, resulting in an amphiphilic system that retains the hydrophobic nature of C60. The dendronized malonate derivatives showed good reaction yields for the Bingel-Hirsch mono-adducts and were easier to work with than the corresponding malonamides. However, the malonamide derivatives, which were obtained through a multistep reaction sequence, showed moderate yields in the Bingel-Hirsch reaction. Surprisingly, removing acetonide protecting groups from dendritic architectures was more challenging than anticipated, likely due to product decomposition. Only the corresponding free malonate derivatives 25 and 26 were obtained, but in a low yield due to decomposition under the reaction conditions. Meanwhile, it was not possible to obtain the corresponding malonamide derivatives 27 and 28. Currently, efforts are being made to improve the production of the desired molecules and to design new synthesis routes that allow direct access to the desired poly-hydroxylated derivatives. These derivatives will be evaluated as multitarget ligands against Alzheimer's disease, through their use as inhibitors of amyloid β-peptide aggregation, acetylcholinesterase modulators, and antioxidants.
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- Carlos Cruz-Hernández
- Departamento de Ciencias Naturales, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana Unidad Cuajimalpa, CDMX, 05300, Mexico.
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- Departamento de Ciencias Naturales, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana Unidad Cuajimalpa, CDMX, 05300, Mexico.
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- División de Ciencias e Ingenierias, Universidad de Guanajuato, Campus León, León Guanajuato, México
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- Departamento de Química del Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados del IPN, Av. Instituto Politécnico Nacional 2508, C.P. 07360 Mexico City, Mexico
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- Instituto de Investigaciones en Materiales, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, CDMX, 04510, Mexico
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- Departamento de Ciencias Naturales, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana Unidad Cuajimalpa, CDMX, 05300, Mexico.
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Moztarzadeh O, Jamshidi M, Taherpour AA, Babuska V. Molecular modelling of fullerene C 60 functionalized by nitric oxide for use in biological environment. Sci Rep 2024; 14:2565. [PMID: 38297014 PMCID: PMC10831047 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-53050-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 01/27/2024] [Indexed: 02/02/2024] Open
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The unique potential of fullerene C60 for various biological applications has ignited significant interest. However, its inherent non-polarity poses a critical challenge for its effective integration within biological systems. This study delves into the intricate physicochemical characteristics of the innovative [C60 + NO] complex using density functional theory and time-dependent density functional theory. The computational analyses encompass molecular charge, surface electrostatic potential, and dipole moment evaluations. Impressively, the dipole moment of the [C60 + NO] complex significantly increases to 12.92 D. Meticulous surface analysis reveals a subtle interplay between molecular structures, indicating weak interactions. The analysis of the absorption spectrum unveils a noteworthy red-shift of 200 nm subsequent to complex formation. To elucidate the electron transfer mechanisms, we explore photo-induced electron transfer through CAM-B3LYP. This exploration elucidates intricate pathways governing electron transfer, with complementary insights gleaned from Marcus theory's outputs, especially the Gibbs free energy of electron transfer. Changes in the physicochemical properties of approaching C60 and NO molecules reveal interesting results compared to separate molecules. These findings resonate profoundly in the context of potential biological and pharmaceutical utilization. With implications for the biomedical area, the outcomes linked to the [C60 + NO] complex kindle optimism for pioneering biomedical applications.
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- Omid Moztarzadeh
- Department of Stomatology, University Hospital Pilsen, Faculty of Medicine in Pilsen, Charles University, 323 00, Pilsen, Czech Republic
- Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine in Pilsen, Charles University, 323 00, Pilsen, Czech Republic
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- Young Researchers and Elite Club, Kermanshah Branch, Islamic Azad University, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Department of Medical Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine in Pilsen, Charles University, 323 00, Pilsen, Czech Republic.
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Di Sante M, Kaltenbrunner A, Lombardo M, Danielli A, Costantini PE, Di Giosia M, Calvaresi M. Putting a "C 60 Ball" and Chain to Chlorin e6 Improves Its Cellular Uptake and Photodynamic Performances. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023; 16:1329. [PMID: 37765138 PMCID: PMC10538216 DOI: 10.3390/ph16091329] [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: 07/28/2023] [Revised: 09/08/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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Chlorin e6 (Ce6) and fullerene (C60) are among the most used photosensitizers (PSs) for photodynamic therapy (PDT). Through the combination of the chemical and photophysical properties of Ce6 and C60, in principle, we can obtain an "ideal" photosensitizer that is able to bypass the limitations of the two molecules alone, i.e., the low cellular uptake of Ce6 and the scarce solubility and absorption in the red region of the C60. Here, we synthesized and characterized a Ce6-C60 dyad. The UV-Vis spectrum of the dyad showed the typical absorption bands of both fullerene and Ce6, while a quenching of Ce6 fluorescence was observed. This behavior is typical in the formation of a fullerene-antenna system and is due to the intramolecular energy, or electron transfer from the antenna (Ce6) to the fullerene. Consequently, the Ce6-C60 dyad showed an enhancement in the generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS). Flow cytometry measurements demonstrated how the uptake of the Ce6 was strongly improved by the conjugation with C60. The Ce6-C60 dyad exhibited in A431 cancer cells low dark toxicity and a higher PDT efficacy than Ce6 alone, due to the enhancement of the uptake and the improvement of ROS generation.
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- Manuele Di Sante
- Dipartimento di Chimica “Giacomo Ciamician”, Alma Mater Studiorum—Università di Bologna, Via Francesco Selmi 2, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (M.D.S.); (M.L.)
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- Dipartimento di Farmacia e Biotecnologie, Alma Mater Studiorum—Università di Bologna, Via Francesco Selmi 3, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (A.K.); (A.D.)
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- Dipartimento di Chimica “Giacomo Ciamician”, Alma Mater Studiorum—Università di Bologna, Via Francesco Selmi 2, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (M.D.S.); (M.L.)
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- Dipartimento di Farmacia e Biotecnologie, Alma Mater Studiorum—Università di Bologna, Via Francesco Selmi 3, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (A.K.); (A.D.)
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- Dipartimento di Farmacia e Biotecnologie, Alma Mater Studiorum—Università di Bologna, Via Francesco Selmi 3, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (A.K.); (A.D.)
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- Dipartimento di Chimica “Giacomo Ciamician”, Alma Mater Studiorum—Università di Bologna, Via Francesco Selmi 2, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (M.D.S.); (M.L.)
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- Dipartimento di Chimica “Giacomo Ciamician”, Alma Mater Studiorum—Università di Bologna, Via Francesco Selmi 2, 40126 Bologna, Italy; (M.D.S.); (M.L.)
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Ban G, Hou Y, Shen Z, Jia J, Chai L, Ma C. Potential Biomedical Limitations of Graphene Nanomaterials. Int J Nanomedicine 2023; 18:1695-1708. [PMID: 37020689 PMCID: PMC10069520 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s402954] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2022] [Accepted: 03/23/2023] [Indexed: 04/07/2023] Open
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Graphene-family nanomaterials (GFNs) possess mechanical stiffness, optical properties, and biocompatibility making them promising materials for biomedical applications. However, to realize the potential of graphene in biomedicine, it must overcome several challenges that arise when it enters the body's circulatory system. Current research focuses on the development of tumor-targeting devices using graphene, but GFNs accumulated in different tissues and cells through different pathways, which can cause toxic reactions leading to cell apoptosis and body dysfunction when the accumulated amount exceeds a certain limit. In addition, as a foreign substance, graphene can induce complex inflammatory reactions with immune cells and inflammatory factors, potentially enhancing or impairing the body's immune function. This review discusses the biomedical applications of graphene, the effects of graphene materials on human immune function, and the biotoxicity of graphene materials.
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- Ge Ban
- School of Intelligent Medical Engineering, Sanquan College of Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, 453003, People’s Republic of China
- Correspondence: Ge Ban, Email
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- Clinical Medical College, Sanquan College of Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, 453003, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Biomedical Research, Research and Innovation Center, Xinjiang Institute of Technology, Xinjiang, 843100, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Intelligent Medical Engineering, Sanquan College of Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, 453003, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Intelligent Medical Engineering, Sanquan College of Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, 453003, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Intelligent Medical Engineering, Sanquan College of Xinxiang Medical University, Xinxiang, 453003, People’s Republic of China
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Jaschke M, Plenge M, Kunkel M, Lehrich T, Schmidt J, Stöckemann K, Heinemann D, Siroky S, Ngezahayo A, Polarz S. Surfactant Semiconductors as Trojan Horses in Cell-Membranes for On-Demand and Spatial Regulation of Oxidative Stress. Adv Healthc Mater 2022; 12:e2202290. [PMID: 36564363 DOI: 10.1002/adhm.202202290] [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: 09/07/2022] [Revised: 12/16/2022] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Oxidative stress is a cause for numerous diseases and aging processes. Thus, researchers are keen to tune the level of intracellular stress and to learn from that. An unusual approach is presented here. The methodology involves multifunctional surfactants. Although their molecular design is nonbiological-a fullerenol head group attached covalently to pi-conjugated dyes-the surfactants possess superior biocompatibility. Using an intrinsic fluorescence signal as a probe, it is shown that the amphiphiles become incorporated into the Caco-2 cells. There, they are able to exhibit additional functions. The compound reduces cellular stress in dark reaction pathways. The antagonistic property is activated under irradiation, the photocatalytic production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), resulting in cell damage. The feature is activated even by near-infrared light (NIR-light) via a two-photon process. The properties as molecular semiconductors lead to a trojan horse situation and allows the programming of the spatial distribution of cytotoxicity.
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- Marian Jaschke
- Institute for Inorganic Chemistry, Leibniz University Hannover, Callinstrasse 9, 30167, Hannover, Germany
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- Institute for Cell Biology and Biophysics, Leibniz University Hannover, Herrenhäuser Str. 2, 30419, Hannover, Germany
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- Department of Chemistry, University of Konstanz, Universitaetsstrasse 10, 78457, Konstanz, Germany
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- Institute for Cell Biology and Biophysics, Leibniz University Hannover, Herrenhäuser Str. 2, 30419, Hannover, Germany
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- Institute for Cell Biology and Biophysics, Leibniz University Hannover, Herrenhäuser Str. 2, 30419, Hannover, Germany
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- Institute of Horticultural Production Systems and the Cluster of Excellence PhoenixD, Leibniz University Hannover, Welfengarten 1, 30167, Hannover, Germany
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- Institute of Horticultural Production Systems and the Cluster of Excellence PhoenixD, Leibniz University Hannover, Welfengarten 1, 30167, Hannover, Germany
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- Institute for Inorganic Chemistry, Leibniz University Hannover, Callinstrasse 9, 30167, Hannover, Germany
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- Institute for Cell Biology and Biophysics, Leibniz University Hannover, Herrenhäuser Str. 2, 30419, Hannover, Germany
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- Institute for Inorganic Chemistry, Leibniz University Hannover, Callinstrasse 9, 30167, Hannover, Germany
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