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Nair A, Chandrashekhar H R, Day CM, Garg S, Nayak Y, Shenoy PA, Nayak UY. Polymeric functionalization of mesoporous silica nanoparticles: Biomedical insights. Int J Pharm 2024; 660:124314. [PMID: 38862066 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2024.124314] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2024] [Revised: 05/25/2024] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 06/13/2024]
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Mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) endowed with polymer coatings present a versatile platform, offering notable advantages such as targeted, pH-controlled, and stimuli-responsive drug delivery. Surface functionalization, particularly through amine and carboxyl modification, enhances their suitability for polymerization, thereby augmenting their versatility and applicability. This review delves into the diverse therapeutic realms benefiting from polymer-coated MSNs, including photodynamic therapy (PDT), photothermal therapy (PTT), chemotherapy, RNA delivery, wound healing, tissue engineering, food packaging, and neurodegenerative disorder treatment. The multifaceted potential of polymer-coated MSNs underscores their significance as a focal point for future research endeavors and clinical applications. A comprehensive analysis of various polymers and biopolymers, such as polydopamine, chitosan, polyethylene glycol, polycaprolactone, alginate, gelatin, albumin, and others, is conducted to elucidate their advantages, benefits, and utilization across biomedical disciplines. Furthermore, this review extends its scope beyond polymerization and biomedical applications to encompass topics such as surface functionalization, chemical modification of MSNs, recent patents in the MSN domain, and the toxicity associated with MSN polymerization. Additionally, a brief discourse on green polymers is also included in review, highlighting their potential for fostering a sustainable future.
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- Akhil Nair
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India
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- UniSA: Clinical and Health Sciences, University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA 5000, Australia
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- UniSA: Clinical and Health Sciences, University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA 5000, Australia
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- Department of Pharmacology, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Microbiology, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India.
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Andreani T, Cheng R, Elbadri K, Ferro C, Menezes T, Dos Santos MR, Pereira CM, Santos HA. Natural compounds-based nanomedicines for cancer treatment: Future directions and challenges. Drug Deliv Transl Res 2024:10.1007/s13346-024-01649-z. [PMID: 39003425 DOI: 10.1007/s13346-024-01649-z] [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] [Accepted: 06/05/2024] [Indexed: 07/15/2024]
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Several efforts have been extensively accomplished for the amelioration of the cancer treatments using different types of new drugs and less invasives therapies in comparison with the traditional therapeutic modalities, which are widely associated with numerous drawbacks, such as drug resistance, non-selectivity and high costs, restraining their clinical response. The application of natural compounds for the prevention and treatment of different cancer cells has attracted significant attention from the pharmaceuticals and scientific communities over the past decades. Although the use of nanotechnology in cancer therapy is still in the preliminary stages, the application of nanotherapeutics has demonstrated to decrease the various limitations related to the use of natural compounds, such as physical/chemical instability, poor aqueous solubility, and low bioavailability. Despite the nanotechnology has emerged as a promise to improve the bioavailability of the natural compounds, there are still limited clinical trials performed for their application with various challenges required for the pre-clinical and clinical trials, such as production at an industrial level, assurance of nanotherapeutics long-term stability, physiological barriers and safety and regulatory issues. This review highlights the most recent advances in the nanocarriers for natural compounds secreted from plants, bacteria, fungi, and marine organisms, as well as their role on cell signaling pathways for anticancer treatments. Additionally, the clinical status and the main challenges regarding the natural compounds loaded in nanocarriers for clinical applications were also discussed.
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- Tatiana Andreani
- Chemistry Research Centre (CIQUP) and Institute of Molecular Sciences (IMS), Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences of University of Porto, Rua Do Campo Alegre s/n, 4169-007, Porto, Portugal
- GreenUPorto-Sustainable Agrifood Production Research Centre & Inov4Agro, Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of University of Porto, Rua Campo Alegre s/n, 4169-007, Porto, Portugal
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- Drug Research Program, Division of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Helsinki, FI-00014, Helsinki, Finland
- Department of Biomaterials and Biomedical Technology, The Personalized Medicine Research Institute Groningen (PRECISION), University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, 9713 AV, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Drug Research Program, Division of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Helsinki, FI-00014, Helsinki, Finland
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- Drug Research Program, Division of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Helsinki, FI-00014, Helsinki, Finland
- Research Institute for Medicines, iMed.Ulisboa, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universidade de Lisboa, 1649-003, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Chemistry Research Centre (CIQUP) and Institute of Molecular Sciences (IMS), Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences of University of Porto, Rua Do Campo Alegre s/n, 4169-007, Porto, Portugal
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- Chemistry Research Centre (CIQUP) and Institute of Molecular Sciences (IMS), Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences of University of Porto, Rua Do Campo Alegre s/n, 4169-007, Porto, Portugal
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- Chemistry Research Centre (CIQUP) and Institute of Molecular Sciences (IMS), Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Faculty of Sciences of University of Porto, Rua Do Campo Alegre s/n, 4169-007, Porto, Portugal
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- Drug Research Program, Division of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Helsinki, FI-00014, Helsinki, Finland.
- Department of Biomaterials and Biomedical Technology, The Personalized Medicine Research Institute Groningen (PRECISION), University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, 9713 AV, Groningen, The Netherlands.
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Sharifi-Azad M, Kaveh Zenjanab M, Shahpouri M, Adili-Aghdam MA, Fathi M, Jahanban-Esfahlan R. Codelivery of methotrexate and silibinin by niosome nanoparticles for enhanced chemotherapy of CT26 colon cancer cells. Biomed Mater 2024; 19:055015. [PMID: 38953496 DOI: 10.1088/1748-605x/ad5d9b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 07/01/2024] [Indexed: 07/04/2024]
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Colon cancer (CC) is one of the most prevalent cancers in the world, and chemotherapy is widely applied to combat it. However, chemotherapy drugs have severe side effects and emergence of multi drug resistance (MDR) is common. This bottleneck can be overcome by niosome nanocarriers that minimize drug dose/toxicity meanwhile allow co-loading of incompatible drugs for combination therapy. In this research, silibinin (Sil) as a hydrophobic drug was loaded into the lipophilic part, and methotrexate (MTX) into the hydrophilic part of niosome by the thin film hydration (TFH) method to form Nio@MS NPs for CT26 colon cancer therapyin vitro. Our results indicated synthesis of ideal niosome nanoparticles (NPs) with spherical morphology, size of ∼100 nm, and a zeta potential of -10 mV. The IC50value for Nio@MS was determined ∼2.6 µg ml-1, which was significantly lower than MTX-Sil (∼6.86 µg ml-1), Sil (18.46 µg ml-1), and MTX (9.8 µg ml-1). Further, Nio@MS significantly reduced cell adhesion density, promoted apoptosis and increased gene expression level of caspase 3 and BAX while promoted significant downregulation of BCL2. In conclusion, the design and application of niosome to co-administer Sil and MTX can increase the drugs cytotoxicity, reduce their dose and improve anti-cancer potential by combating MDR.
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- Masoumeh Sharifi-Azad
- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Research Center for Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, Biomedicine Institute, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Research Center for Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, Biomedicine Institute, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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Zumaya ALV, Pavlíčková VS, Rimpelová S, Štějdířová M, Fulem M, Křížová I, Ulbrich P, Řezanka P, Hassouna F. PLGA-based nanocarriers for combined delivery of colchicine and purpurin 18 in cancer therapy: Multimodal approach employing cancer cell spheroids. Int J Pharm 2024; 657:124170. [PMID: 38679244 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2024.124170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2024] [Revised: 04/09/2024] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
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Improving the anticancer efficacy of chemotherapeutic drugs and photosensitizers requires innovative multifunctional nanoplatforms. This study introduces a chemo- and phototherapeutic drug delivery system (DDS) based on poly(lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA) nanoparticles (NPs), both PEGylated and non-PEGylated, with a mean size of 200 ± 75 nm. Colchicine (Colch) and purpurin18 (P18) were co-encapsulated into these NPs, and their in vitro drug release profiles were investigated. The anticancer potential of these systems was evaluated across various cell lines (i.e., CaCo-2, PC-3, MCF-7, and MRC-5 cells), demonstrating enhanced NP uptake by cancer cells compared to free drugs. Co-administration of Colch and P18 in 2D and 3D cell line models exhibited a synergistic effect, harnessing both chemotherapeutic and photodynamic effects, leading to higher cancer cell elimination efficacy. This newly developed multifunctional DDS presents a promising platform for combined chemo- and photodynamic therapy in cancer treatment.
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- Alma Lucia Villela Zumaya
- Faculty of Chemical Engineering, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, 166 28 Prague 6, Czech Republic
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- Faculty of Food and Biochemical Technology, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, 166 28 Prague 6, Czech Republic
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- Faculty of Food and Biochemical Technology, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, 166 28 Prague 6, Czech Republic.
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, 166 28 Prague 6, Czech Republic
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, 166 28 Prague 6, Czech Republic
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- Faculty of Biotechnology, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, 166 28 Prague 6, Czech Republic
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- Faculty of Food and Biochemical Technology, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, 166 28 Prague 6, Czech Republic
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, 166 28 Prague 6, Czech Republic
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- Faculty of Chemical Engineering, University of Chemistry and Technology Prague, 166 28 Prague 6, Czech Republic.
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Golrokh FJ, Tolami HF, Ghanbarirad M, Mahmoudi A, Tabassi NR, Alkinani TA, Taramsari SM, Aghajani S, Taati H, Akbari F, Noveiri MJS, Hedayati M, Ghasemipour T, Salehzadeh A. Apoptosis induction in colon cancer cells (SW480) by BiFe 2O 4@Ag nanocomposite synthesized from Chlorella vulgaris extract and evaluation the expression of CASP8, BAX and BCL2 genes. J Trace Elem Med Biol 2024; 83:127369. [PMID: 38176316 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2023.127369] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2023] [Revised: 10/25/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2024]
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BACKGROUND The use of nanomaterials in cancer diagnosis and treatment has received considerable interest. Preparation of nanoscale complex molecules could be considered to improve the efficacy and minimize toxicity of the product. This work aimed to biosynthesize BiFe2O4@Ag nanocomposite using the Chlorella vulgaris extract and its cytotoxic effect on colon cancer cell line. METHODS The physicochemical properties of the bioengineered BiFe2O4 @Ag were investigated by Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FE-SEM), Zeta potential, Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR), Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDX), Vibrating-sample Magnetometer (VSM) and X-ray Diffraction Analysis (XRD). The cytotoxic potential of BiFe2O4 @Ag was evaluated by MTT assay against SW480 colon cancer cell line. The expression levels of apoptotic genes including BAX, BCL2 and CASP8 were determined by Real-time PCR. The rate of apoptosis and necrosis of the cancer cells as well as the cell cycle analysis were evaluated by flow cytometry. RESULTS Physicochemical assays indicated the nanoscale synthesis (10-70 nm) and functionalization of BiFe2O4 nanoparticles by Ag atoms. The VSM analysis revealed the magnetism of BiFe2O4 @Ag nanocomposite. According to the MTT assay, colon cancer cells (SW480) were considerably more sensitive to BiFe2O4 @Ag nanocomposite than normal cells. Apoptotic cell percentage increased from 1.93% to 73.66%, after exposure to the nanocomposite. Cell cycle analysis confirmed an increase in the number of the cells in subG1 and G0/G1 phases among nanocomposite treated cells. Moreover, treating the colon cancer cells with BiFe2O4 @Ag caused an increase in the expression of CASP8, BAX, and BCL2 genes by 3.1, 2.6, and 1.2 folds, respectively. Moreover, activity of Caspase-3 protein increased by 2.4 folds and apoptotic morphological changes appeared which confirms that exposure to the nanocomposite induces extrinsic pathway of apoptosis in colon cancer cells. CONCLUSION The considerable anticancer potential of the synthesized BiFe2O4 @Ag nanocomposite seems to be related to the induction of oxidative stress which leads to inhibit cell cycle progression and cell proliferation. This study reveals that the BiFe2O4 @Ag is a potent compound to be used in biomedical fields.
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran
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- Department of Biology, North Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Damghan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Damghan, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Rasht Branch, Islamic Azad University, Rasht, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Rasht Branch, Islamic Azad University, Rasht, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Basic Sciences, Shahrekord Branch, Islamic Azad University, Shahrekord, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Rasht Branch, Islamic Azad University, Rasht, Iran.
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Yeh JJ, Liw PX, Wong YS, Kao HM, Lee CH, Lin CL, Kao CH. The effect of colchicine on cancer risk in patients with immune-mediated inflammatory diseases: a time-dependent study based on the Taiwan's National Health Insurance Research Database. Eur J Med Res 2024; 29:245. [PMID: 38649928 PMCID: PMC11034118 DOI: 10.1186/s40001-024-01836-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2023] [Accepted: 04/10/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND To determine the effect of colchicine on cancer risk in patients with the immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs)-related to colchicine use. METHODS This is a time-dependent propensity-matched general population study based on the National Health Insurance Research Database (NHIRD) of Taiwan. We identified the IMIDs patients (n = 111,644) newly diagnosed between 2000 and 2012 based on the International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM)-274,712, 135, 136.1, 279.49, 518.3, 287.0, 696.0, 696.1, 696.8, 420, 429.4, 710.0, 710.1, 710.3, 710.4, 714.0, 720, 55.0, 55.1, 55.9, 556. INCLUSION CRITERIA aged ≧ 20 years, if a patient had at least these disease diagnosis requirements within 1 year of follow-up, and, these patients had at least two outpatient visits or an inpatient visit. After propensity-matched according to age, sex, comorbidities, medications and index date, the IMIDs patients enter into colchicine users (N = 16,026) and colchicine nonusers (N = 16,026). Furthermore, time-dependent Cox models were used to analyze cancer risk in propensity-matched colchicine users compared with the nonusers. The cumulative cancer incidence was analyzed using Cox proportional regression analysis. We calculated adjusted hazard ratios (aHRs) and their 95% confidence intervals (95% CIs) for cancer after adjusting for sex, age, comorbidities, and use of medicine including acetylcysteine, medication for smoking cessation such as nicotine replacement medicines (the nicotine patch) and pill medicines (varenicline), anti-inflammatory drugs and immunosuppressant drugs. RESULTS Comparing the colchicine nonusers, all cancer risk were mildly attenuated, the (aHR (95% CI)) of all cancer is (0.84 (0.55, 0.99)). Meanwhile, the colchicine users were associated with the lower incidence of the colorectal cancer, the (aHRs (95% CI)) is (0.22 (0.19, 0.89)). Those aged < 65 years and male/female having the colchicine users were associated with lower risk the colorectal cancer also. Moreover, the colchicine > 20 days use with the lower aHR for colorectal cancer. CONCLUSION Colchicine was associated with the lower aHR of the all cancer and colorectal cancer formation in patients with the IMIDs.
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- Jun-Jun Yeh
- Department of Family Medicine, Chest Medicine, Geriatric Medicine and Medical Research, Ditmanson Medical Foundation Chia-Yi Christian Hospital, Chiayi, Taiwan
- College of Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Family Medicine, Ditmanson Medical Foundation Chia-Yi Christian Hospital, Chiayi, Taiwan
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- Department of Family Medicine, Ditmanson Medical Foundation Chia-Yi Christian Hospital, Chiayi, Taiwan
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- Department of Geriatric Medicine, Ditmanson Medical Foundation Chia-Yi Christian Hospital, Chiayi, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Education, Ditmanson Medical Foundation Chia-Yi Christian Hospital, Chiayi, Taiwan
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- College of Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
- Management Office for Health Data, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Sciences, College of Medicine, China Medical University, No. 2, Yuh-Der Road, Taichung, 404, Taiwan.
- Department of Nuclear Medicine and PET Center, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan.
- Department of Bioinformatics and Medical Engineering, Asia University, Taichung, Taiwan.
- Artificial Intelligence Center, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan.
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Eid NM, Al-Karmalawy AA, Eldebss TMA, Elhakim HKA. Investigating the Promising Anticancer Activity of Cetuximab and Fenbendazole Combination as Dual CBS and VEGFR-2 Inhibitors and Endowed with Apoptotic Potential. Chem Biodivers 2024; 21:e202302081. [PMID: 38318954 DOI: 10.1002/cbdv.202302081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2023] [Revised: 02/05/2024] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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In this work, the cytotoxicity of monoclonal antibody (Cetuximab, Ce) and Fenbendazole (Fen), as well as their combination therapy were tested with the MTT assay. On the other side, Ce, Fen, and a combination between them were subjected to a colchicine-tubulin binding test, which was conducted and compared to Colchicine as a reference standard. Besides, Ce, Fen, and the combination of them were tested against the VEGFR-2 target receptor, compared to Sorafenib as the standard medication. Moreover, the qRT-PCR technique was used to investigate the levels of apoptotic genes (p53 and Bax) and anti-apoptotic gene (Bcl-2) as well. Also, the effect of Ce, Fen, and the combination of them on the level of ROS was studied. Furthermore, the cell cycle analysis and Annexin V apoptosis assay were carried out for Ce, Fen, and a combination of them. In addition, the molecular docking studies were used to describe the molecular levels of interactions for both (Fen and colchicine) or (Fen and sorafenib) within the binding pockets of the colchicine binding site (CBS) and vascular endothelial growth factor-2 receptor (VEGFR-2), respectively.
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- Norhan M Eid
- Biochemistry Division, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Horus University-Egypt, New Damietta, 34518, Egypt
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ahram Canadian University, 6th of October City, Giza, 12566, Egypt
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- Chemistry Division, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Division, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Giza, 12613, Egypt
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Rao H, Wang Q, Zeng X, Wen X, Huang L. Analysis of the prognostic value of uric acid on the efficacy of immunotherapy in patients with primary liver cancer. Clin Transl Oncol 2024; 26:774-785. [PMID: 37646984 PMCID: PMC10869365 DOI: 10.1007/s12094-023-03314-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/20/2023] [Indexed: 09/01/2023]
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PURPOSE Uric acid (UA) plays a dual role as an antioxidant and a prooxidant in patients with malignant tumors; however, the relationship between serum UA and malignancy is currently unclear. This study aims to investigate the prognostic value of serum uric acid level before immunotherapy on the efficacy of primary liver cancer (PLC) immunotherapy, which might provide a basis for optimizing the comprehensive treatment scheme. METHODS Patients with PLC who were admitted to the First Affiliated Hospital of Gannan Medical College from January 2019 to June 2022 and underwent immunotherapy were collected retrospectively. The difference between serum UA levels in patients with PLC, the correlation between serum UA levels, and the clinical characteristics of patients with PLC were analyzed using the chi-square test, and the survival was estimated using the Kaplan-Meier analysis. To further assess the prognostic significance of UA concentrations, univariate and multivariate Cox regression analyses were performed. RESULTS Ninety-nine patients were included in this study cohort. The median follow-up was 7 months (range: 1-29 months), and 76 (76.8%) of the 99 patients with PLC died as of December 31, 2022. Serum UA concentrations ranged from 105 to 670 μmol/l, with a median of 269 μmol/l. The results showed that the serum UA level of patients with PLC was higher than that of healthy subjects (P < 0.001). After subgroup analyses, only male patients with liver cancer had higher serum UA levels than healthy men (P = 0.001). The results of the Kaplan-Meier analysis showed that higher UA levels were associated with poor overall survival (OS) (P = 0.005). In univariate analysis, the OS rate of patients with elevated serum UA levels was significantly lower than the cut-off value (hazard ratio [HR]: 3.191, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.456-6.993, P = 0.004), with a median survival time of 151 and 312 days in the high and low serum UA groups, respectively. The results of multivariate analysis showed that the UA level was an independent prognostic factor for immunotherapy in patients with PLC (HR: 3.131, 95% CI: 1.766-5.553, P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS The serum UA level is a reliable biomarker for predicting the prognosis of patients undergoing immunotherapy for PLC, and might provide a basis for the individualized treatment of these patients. Dynamic monitoring of the serum UA level may compensate for the deficiency of the current liver cancer staging system.
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- Hui Rao
- Department of Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Gannan Medical University, No. 128, Jinling Road, Zhanggong District, Ganzhou, 341000, Jiangxi, China
- The First Clinical Medical College, Gannan Medical University, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
- Department of Hematology and Oncology, The First People's Hospital of Nankang, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Health Statistics, School of Public Health and Health Management, Gannan Medical University, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Gannan Medical University, No. 128, Jinling Road, Zhanggong District, Ganzhou, 341000, Jiangxi, China
- Jiangxi Clinical Medical Research Center for Cancer, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Gannan Medical University, No. 128, Jinling Road, Zhanggong District, Ganzhou, 341000, Jiangxi, China
- The First Clinical Medical College, Gannan Medical University, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China
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- Department of Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Gannan Medical University, No. 128, Jinling Road, Zhanggong District, Ganzhou, 341000, Jiangxi, China.
- Jiangxi Clinical Medical Research Center for Cancer, Ganzhou, Jiangxi, China.
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AbouAitah K, Abdelaziz AM, Higazy IM, Swiderska-Sroda A, Hassan AME, Shaker OG, Szałaj U, Stobinski L, Malolepszy A, Lojkowski W. Functionalized Carbon Nanotubes for Delivery of Ferulic Acid and Diosgenin Anticancer Natural Agents. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2024; 7:791-811. [PMID: 38253026 PMCID: PMC10880110 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.3c00700] [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: 08/25/2023] [Revised: 12/22/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
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It was investigated whether loading multi-wall carbon nanotubes (CNTs) with two natural anticancer agents: ferulic acid (FUA) and diosgenin (DGN), may enhance the anticancer effect of these drugs. The CNTs were functionalized with carboxylic acid (CNTCOOH) or amine (CNTNH2), loaded with the above pro-drugs, as well as both combined and coated with chitosan or chitosan-stearic acid. Following physicochemical characterization, the drug-loading properties and kinetics of the drug's release were investigated. Their effects on normal human skin fibroblasts and MCF-7 breast carcinoma cells, HepG2 hepatocellular carcinoma cells, and A549 non-small-cell lung cancer cells were evaluated in vitro. Their actions at the molecular level were evaluated by assessing the expression of lncRNAs (HULC, HOTAIR, CCAT-2, H19, and HOTTIP), microRNAs (mir-21, mir-92, mir-145, and mir-181a), and proteins (TGF-β and E-cadherin) in HepG2 cells. The release of both pro-drugs depended on the glutathione concentration, coating, and functionalization. Release occurred in two stages: a no-burst/zero-order release followed by a sustained release best fitted to Korsmeyer-Peppas kinetics. The combined nanoformulation cancer inhibition effect on HepG2 cancer cells was more pronounced than for A549 and MCF7 cells. The combined nanoformulations had an additive impact followed by a synergistic effect, with antagonism demonstrated at high concentrations. The nanoformulation coated with chitosan and stearic acid was particularly successful in targeting HepG2 cells and inducing apoptosis. The CNT functionalized with carboxylic acid (CNTCOOH), loaded with both FUA and DGN, and coated with chitosan-stearic acid inhibited the expression of lncRNAs and modulated both microRNAs and proteins. Thus, nanoformulations composed of functionalized CNTs dual-loaded with FUA and DGN and coated with chitosan-stearic acid are a promising drug delivery system that enhances the activity of natural pro-drugs.
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- Khaled AbouAitah
- Medicinal
and Aromatic Plants Research Department, Pharmaceutical and Drug Industries
Research Institute, National Research Centre
(NRC), 33 El-Behouth Street, Dokki, Giza 12622, Egypt
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- Supplementary
General Sciences, Future University, End of 90th Street, Fifth Settlement, New Cairo 11835, Egypt
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- Department
of Pharmaceutical Technology, Pharmaceutical and Drug Industries Research
Institute, National Research Centre (NRC), 33 El-Behouth Street, Dokki, Giza 12622, Egypt
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- Institute
of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy
of Sciences, Sokolowska
29/37, 01-142 Warsaw, Poland
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- Analytical
Chemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, October 6 University, Giza 12585, Egypt
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- Medical
Biochemistry
and Molecular Biology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo 11511, Egypt
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- Institute
of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy
of Sciences, Sokolowska
29/37, 01-142 Warsaw, Poland
- Faculty
of Materials Engineering, Warsaw University
of Technology, Wołoska 41, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland
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- NANOMATPL
Ltd., 14/38 Wyszogrodzka
Street, Warsaw 03-337, Poland
- Faculty
of Chemical and Process Engineering, Warsaw
University of Technology, 1 Warynskiego Street, 00-645 Warsaw, Poland
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- Faculty
of Chemical and Process Engineering, Warsaw
University of Technology, 1 Warynskiego Street, 00-645 Warsaw, Poland
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- Institute
of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy
of Sciences, Sokolowska
29/37, 01-142 Warsaw, Poland
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Lei Y, Yang Y, Yang G, Li A, Yang Y, Wang Y, Gao C. Delivery Strategies for Colchicine as a Critical Dose Drug: Reducing Toxicity and Enhancing Efficacy. Pharmaceutics 2024; 16:222. [PMID: 38399276 PMCID: PMC10891573 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16020222] [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: 01/05/2024] [Revised: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
Abstract
Colchicine (COL), a widely used natural drug, has potent anti-inflammatory effects; however, as a narrow therapeutic index drug, its clinical application is limited by its serious gastrointestinal adverse effects, and only oral formulations are currently marketed worldwide. Recent studies have shown that transdermal, injection, and oral drug delivery are the three main delivery strategies for COL. This article elaborates on the research progress of different delivery strategies in terms of toxicity reduction and efficacy enhancement, depicting that the transdermal drug delivery route can avoid the first-pass effect and the traumatic pain associated with the oral and injection routes, respectively. Therefore, such a dosage form holds a significant promise that requires the development of further research to investigate effective COL delivery formulations. In addition, the permeation-promoting technologies utilized for transdermal drug delivery systems are briefly discussed. This article is expected to provide scientific ideas and theoretical guidance for future research and the exploration of COL delivery strategies.
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- Yaran Lei
- State Key Laboratory of Toxicology and Medical Countermeasures, Beijing Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Beijing 100850, China; (Y.L.); (Y.Y.); (G.Y.); (A.L.); (Y.Y.)
- School of Pharmaceutical Engineering, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Benxi 117004, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Toxicology and Medical Countermeasures, Beijing Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Beijing 100850, China; (Y.L.); (Y.Y.); (G.Y.); (A.L.); (Y.Y.)
- School of Pharmacy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Toxicology and Medical Countermeasures, Beijing Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Beijing 100850, China; (Y.L.); (Y.Y.); (G.Y.); (A.L.); (Y.Y.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Toxicology and Medical Countermeasures, Beijing Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Beijing 100850, China; (Y.L.); (Y.Y.); (G.Y.); (A.L.); (Y.Y.)
- School of Pharmacy, Henan University, Kaifeng 475004, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Toxicology and Medical Countermeasures, Beijing Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Beijing 100850, China; (Y.L.); (Y.Y.); (G.Y.); (A.L.); (Y.Y.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Toxicology and Medical Countermeasures, Beijing Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Beijing 100850, China; (Y.L.); (Y.Y.); (G.Y.); (A.L.); (Y.Y.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Toxicology and Medical Countermeasures, Beijing Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Beijing 100850, China; (Y.L.); (Y.Y.); (G.Y.); (A.L.); (Y.Y.)
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Imran H, Tang Y, Wang S, Yan X, Liu C, Guo L, Wang E, Xu C. Optimized DOX Drug Deliveries via Chitosan-Mediated Nanoparticles and Stimuli Responses in Cancer Chemotherapy: A Review. Molecules 2023; 29:31. [PMID: 38202616 PMCID: PMC10780101 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29010031] [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: 10/15/2023] [Revised: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 12/16/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
Abstract
Chitosan nanoparticles (NPs) serve as useful multidrug delivery carriers in cancer chemotherapy. Chitosan has considerable potential in drug delivery systems (DDSs) for targeting tumor cells. Doxorubicin (DOX) has limited application due to its resistance and lack of specificity. Chitosan NPs have been used for DOX delivery because of their biocompatibility, biodegradability, drug encapsulation efficiency, and target specificity. In this review, various types of chitosan derivatives are discussed in DDSs to enhance the effectiveness of cancer treatments. Modified chitosan-DOX NP drug deliveries with other compounds also increase the penetration and efficiency of DOX against tumor cells. We also highlight the endogenous stimuli (pH, redox, enzyme) and exogenous stimuli (light, magnetic, ultrasound), and their positive effect on DOX drug delivery via chitosan NPs. Our study sheds light on the importance of chitosan NPs for DOX drug delivery in cancer treatment and may inspire the development of more effective approaches for cancer chemotherapy.
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- HafizMuhammad Imran
- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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- College of Food Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun 130062, China
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China; (H.I.); (Y.T.); (S.W.); (X.Y.); (C.L.); (L.G.)
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Ni Y, Wang W, Liu Y, Jiang Y. Causal associations between liver traits and Colorectal cancer: a Mendelian randomization study. BMC Med Genomics 2023; 16:316. [PMID: 38057864 PMCID: PMC10699049 DOI: 10.1186/s12920-023-01755-w] [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: 06/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 12/08/2023] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVE This study aimed to investigate the causal associations between several liver traits (liver iron content, percent liver fat, alanine transaminase levels, and liver volume) and colorectal cancer (CRC) risk using a Mendelian randomization (MR) approach to improve our understanding of the disease and its management. METHODS Genetic variants were used as instrumental variables, extracted from genome-wide association studies (GWAS) datasets of liver traits and CRC. The Two-Sample MR package in R was used to conduct inverse variance weighted (IVW), MR Egger, Maximum likelihood, Weighted median, and Inverse variance weighted (multiplicative random effects) MR approaches to generate overall estimates of the effect. MR analysis was conducted with Benjamini-Hochberg method-corrected P values to account for multiple testing (P < 0.013). MR-PRESSO was used to identify and remove outlier genetic variants in Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis. The MR Steiger test was used to assess the validity of the assumption that exposure causes outcomes. Leave-one-out validation, pleiotropy, and heterogeneity testing were also conducted to ensure the reliability of the results. Multivariable MR was utilized for validation of our findings using the IVW method while also adjusting for potential confounding or pleiotropy bias. RESULTS The MR analysis suggested a causal effect between liver volume and a reduced risk of CRC (OR 0.60; 95% CI, 0.44-0.82; P = 0.0010) but did not provide evidence for causal effects of liver iron content, percent liver fat, or liver alanine transaminase levels. The MR-PRESSO method did not identify any outliers, and the MR Steiger test confirmed that the causal direction of the analysis results was correct in the Mendelian randomization analysis. MR results were consistent with heterogeneity and pleiotropy analyses, and leave-one-out analysis demonstrated the overall values obtained were consistent with estimates obtained when all available SNPs were included in the analysis. Multivariable MR was utilized for validation of our findings using the IVW method while also adjusting for potential confounding or pleiotropy bias. CONCLUSION The study provides tentative evidence for a causal role of liver volume in CRC, while genetically predicted levels of liver iron content, percent liver fat, and liver alanine transaminase levels were not associated with CRC risk. The findings may inform the development of targeted therapeutic interventions for colorectal liver metastasis (CRLM) patients, and the study highlights the importance of MR as a powerful epidemiological tool for investigating causal associations between exposures and outcomes.
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- Ying Ni
- Beijing Normal University, 100875, Beijing, China
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- Department of Oncology, Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 200021, Shanghai, China
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- Shi's Center of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Shuguang Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 200021, Shanghai, China
- Institute of Traumatology & Orthopedics, Shanghai Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 200021, Shanghai, China
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- Beijing Normal University, 100875, Beijing, China.
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AbouAitah K, Hassan HA, Ammar NM, Abou Baker DH, Higazy IM, Shaker OG, Elsayed AAA, Hassan AME. Novel delivery system with a dual–trigger release of savory essential oil by mesoporous silica nanospheres and its possible targets in leukemia cancer cells: in vitro study. Cancer Nanotechnol 2023. [DOI: 10.1186/s12645-022-00152-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Abstract
Introduction
Essential oils (EOs) are complex structures and possess several pharmacological effects. Nanomedicine offers a solution for their major limitations, including poor solubility, volatility, and non–controlled release, preventing their clinical use.
Methods
Here, we developed a novel delivery system by nanoformulations that were prepared by impregnating savory essential oil (SA) into mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs). The nanoformulations were characterized and examined for their anticancer activities on cancer cells (HepG2 liver and HL60 leukemia cells) and MRC5 normal cells. We further tested the mechanisms of action and possible molecular targets against HL60 cells.
Results
The results demonstrated that SA was governed by nanoformulations under the dual–trigger release of pH/glutathione, and it typically fit the Korsmeyer–Peppas kinetic model. The nanoformulations enhanced the anticancer effect against HepG2 cells and HL60 cells compared to SA but were less cytotoxic to MRC5 normal cells and regulated various molecular pathways of apoptosis. Most importantly, new results were obtained on the genetic regulation principle through the high inhibition of long noncoding RNAs (HOTAIR, HULC, CCAT1, and H19) and matrix metalloproteinases (MMP–2 and MMP–9), providing a novel leukemia target.
Conclusions
These results suggest potential impacts for nanoformulations composed of SA with a sustained release pattern controlled by dual–trigger release of pH/GSH that enhanced anticancer cells. This approach may offer a new route for using EOs as new targets for cancers and open the door for deep preclinical investigations.
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Wang S, Cui Z, Zhu J, Zhou P, Cao X, Li X, Ma Y, He Q. Colchicine inhibits the proliferation and promotes the apoptosis of papillary thyroid carcinoma cells likely due to the inhibitory effect on HDAC1. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 2023; 679:129-138. [PMID: 37690423 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2023.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2023] [Revised: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023]
Abstract
Although the prognosis for papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC) is generally good, a certain proportion of patients show recurrent or advanced disease, indicating the need for further development of targeted medications. The purpose of this study was to explore the interventional effects of colchicine on PTC and the potential mechanisms or targets. We obtained PTC-related targets from the database and colchicine targets by predicting them. We screened the common targets of colchicine and the PTC-related target histone deacetylase 1 (HDAC1) and verified through molecular docking that colchicine has a good affinity for HDAC1, i.e., colchicine may act on PTC by affecting HDAC1. We then used CCK-8, colony formation, mitochondrial membrane potential and apoptosis assays to confirm that colchicine could inhibit the proliferation and promote the apoptosis of PTC cells and verified by RT‒qPCR, Western blot, and cellular immunofluorescence assays that colchicine could inhibit the expression of HDAC1 in PTC cells. The cytotoxicity and inhibitory effect of colchicine on HDAC1 in PTC cells was stronger than that in normal thyroid cells. We then applied an HDAC1 inhibitor, pyroxamide, to verify that inhibition of HDAC1 inhibits proliferation and promotes apoptosis in PTC cells. Therefore, we conclude that colchicine can inhibit the proliferation and promote the apoptosis of PTC cells likely due to its inhibitory effect on HDAC1. This finding implies that colchicine may be helpful for therapeutic intervention in PTC and that HDAC1 may be a promising clinical therapeutic target.
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- Shuai Wang
- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, 250013, China
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- Neck-Shoulder and Lumbocrural Pain Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, 250000, China
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- Department of Thyroid and Breast Surgery, The 960th Hospital of the PLA Joint Logistics Support Force, Jinan, 250031, China
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- Department of Thyroid and Breast Surgery, The 960th Hospital of the PLA Joint Logistics Support Force, Jinan, 250031, China
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- Department of Thyroid and Breast Surgery, The 960th Hospital of the PLA Joint Logistics Support Force, Jinan, 250031, China
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- Department of Thyroid and Breast Surgery, The 960th Hospital of the PLA Joint Logistics Support Force, Jinan, 250031, China
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- Department of Thyroid and Breast Surgery, The 960th Hospital of the PLA Joint Logistics Support Force, Jinan, 250031, China
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- Department of Thyroid and Breast Surgery, The 960th Hospital of the PLA Joint Logistics Support Force, Jinan, 250031, China.
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Lahooti B, Akwii RG, Zahra FT, Sajib MS, Lamprou M, Alobaida A, Lionakis MS, Mattheolabakis G, Mikelis CM. Targeting endothelial permeability in the EPR effect. J Control Release 2023; 361:212-235. [PMID: 37517543 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2023.07.039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2023] [Revised: 07/19/2023] [Accepted: 07/23/2023] [Indexed: 08/01/2023]
Abstract
The characteristics of the primary tumor blood vessels and the tumor microenvironment drive the enhanced permeability and retention (EPR) effect, which confers an advantage towards enhanced delivery of anti-cancer nanomedicine and has shown beneficial effects in preclinical models. Increased vascular permeability is a landmark feature of the tumor vessels and an important driver of the EPR. The main focus of this review is the endothelial regulation of vascular permeability. We discuss current challenges of targeting vascular permeability towards clinical translation and summarize the structural components and mechanisms of endothelial permeability, the principal mediators and signaling players, the targeted approaches that have been used and their outcomes to date. We also critically discuss the effects of the tumor-infiltrating immune cells, their interplay with the tumor vessels and the impact of immune responses on nanomedicine delivery, the impact of anti-angiogenic and tumor-stroma targeting approaches, and desirable nanoparticle design approaches for greater translational benefit.
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- Behnaz Lahooti
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX 79106, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX 79106, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX 79106, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX 79106, USA
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- Laboratory of Molecular Pharmacology, Department of Pharmacy, University of Patras, Patras 26504, Greece
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, University of Ha'il, Ha'il 81442, Saudi Arabia
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- Fungal Pathogenesis Section, Laboratory of Clinical Immunology and Microbiology, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892, USA
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- School of Basic Pharmaceutical and Toxicological Sciences, College of Pharmacy, University of Louisiana at Monroe, Monroe, LA 71201, USA.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX 79106, USA; Laboratory of Molecular Pharmacology, Department of Pharmacy, University of Patras, Patras 26504, Greece.
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Zhang H, Luo P, Huang X. Engineered nanomaterials enhance drug delivery strategies for the treatment of osteosarcoma. Front Pharmacol 2023; 14:1269224. [PMID: 37670948 PMCID: PMC10475588 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1269224] [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: 07/29/2023] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 09/07/2023] Open
Abstract
Osteosarcoma (OS) is the most common malignant bone tumor in adolescents, and the clinical treatment of OS mainly includes surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy. However, the side effects of chemotherapy drugs are an issue that clinicians cannot ignore. Nanomedicine and drug delivery technologies play an important role in modern medicine. The development of nanomedicine has ushered in a new turning point in tumor treatment. With the emergence and development of nanoparticles, nanoparticle energy surfaces can be designed with different targeting effects. Not only that, nanoparticles have unique advantages in drug delivery. Nanoparticle delivery drugs can not only reduce the toxic side effects of chemotherapy drugs, but due to the enhanced permeability retention (EPR) properties of tumor cells, nanoparticles can survive longer in the tumor microenvironment and continuously release carriers to tumor cells. Preclinical studies have confirmed that nanoparticles can effectively delay tumor growth and improve the survival rate of OS patients. In this manuscript, we present the role of nanoparticles with different functions in the treatment of OS and look forward to the future treatment of improved nanoparticles in OS.
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- Haorui Zhang
- Department of Spine, Trauma Surgery, The First People’s Hospital of Guangyuan, Guangyuan, China
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- Science and Technology Education Section, The First People’s Hospital of Guangyuan, Guangyuan, China
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- Department of Spine, Trauma Surgery, The First People’s Hospital of Guangyuan, Guangyuan, China
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Fan J, Miao X, Zhang Z. Study on Maslinic Acid Inhibiting Cardiomyocyte Pyrolysis by Regulating TLR4/NF κB/NLRP3 Signaling Pathway. J BIOMATER TISS ENG 2023. [DOI: 10.1166/jbt.2023.3234] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
Abstract
Background: The paper aimed to investigate the effects of Maslinic acid on myocardial injury caused by ischemia and hypoxia after acute myocardial infarction, and to explore the mechanism of Maslinic acid inhibiting local inflammation and myocardial cell pyrolysis, slowing down
the synthesis of extracellular matrix, improving myocardial fibrosis and remodeling ventricle. Materials and Methods: Wistar rats with acute myocardial infarction were used. The serum levels of TNF-α, IL-1β, CRP, and LDH were detected by ELISA. The expressions
of inflammation-related proteins such as TLR4, NFκB, NLRP3, IL-10, and TGF-β in myocardial infarction were detected by Western-blot. TUNEL method was employed to detect myocardial cell pyrolysis. Masson staining was used to detect myocardial fibrosis. Immunohistochemical
method was applied to detect the expressions of CD206 and CD11C to understand the polarization of macrophages. Results: Maslinic acid can inhibit the levels of inflammatory factors such as CRP, TNF-α and IL-1β, and reduce the expression of myocardial TLR4, NFκB,
NLRP3 and other inflammation-related proteins after myocardial infarction. The release of LDH is significantly reduced. The expression of TUNEL positive cells in myocardium is obviously reduced after myocardial infarction. Maslinic acid can increase the expression of CD206-positive cells and
reduce the expression of CD11C-positive cells, thus regulate and promote polarization into M2 macrophages. Conclusion: Maslinic acid may inhibit myocardial cell pyrolysis and inflammatory response by regulating the TLR4/NFκB/NLRP3 signaling pathway. Maslinic acid can improve
myocardial fibrosis by inhibiting myocardial cell pyrolysis and regulating the polarization of macrophages.
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- Jun Fan
- Department of Cardiology, Panyu Central Hospital, Guangzhou, 511400, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Panyu Central Hospital, Guangzhou, 511400, China
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- Department of Radiology, Panyu Central Hospital, Guangzhou, 511400, China
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Sadeghzadeh F, Ziaratnia AS, Homayouni Tabrizi M, Torshizi GH, Alhajamee M, Khademi D. Nanofabrication of PLGA-PEG-chitosan-folic acid systems for delivery of colchicine to HT-29 cancer cells. JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE. POLYMER EDITION 2023; 34:1-17. [PMID: 35864733 DOI: 10.1080/09205063.2022.2105103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
Abstract
This survey was conducted to fabrication of PLGA-based nanosystems modified with PEG, chitosan and folic acid to delivery colchicine to cancer cells and to investigate its antioxidant and pro-apoptotic effects. The dual emulsion-evaporation solvent method was used for loading of colchicine on PEGylated PLGA nanoparticles (COL-PP-NPs) and after surface modification with chitosan and folic acid (COL-PPCF-NPs), the nanoparticles were characterized by DLS, SEM and FTIR methods. The HPLC procedure was used to assess the amount of FA binding and COL loading. Antioxidant capacity (ABTS and DPPH free radical scavenging) and toxicity (MTT) of COL-PPCF-NPs were evaluated and then cell inhibition mechanism was assessed by AO/PI staining, flow cytometry and qPCR assay. COL-PPCF-NPs with a size of 250 nm were synthesized in a stable (zeta potential: +34 mV) and mono-dispersed (PDI: 0.32) manner. FA binding and COL loading were reported to be 55% and 89.5%, respectively. COL-PPCF-NPs showed antioxidant effects by inhibiting the free radicals ABTS (108.07 µg/ml) and DPPH (361.61 µg/ml). The selective toxicity of COL-PPCF-NPs against HT-29 cancer cells (118.5 µg/ml) compared to HFF cells was confirmed by MTT data. Increased apoptotic cells (red color) in AO/PI staining, cell arrest in phase SubG1 and G2-M, and altered expression of apoptosis genes confirmed the occurrence of apoptosis in HT-29 treated cells. The use of PPCF-NPs system for delivery of COL can lead to selective toxicity against cancer cells and induction of apoptosis in these cells by folate-mediated binding mechanism at folate receptor positive HT-29 cancer cells.
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- Farzaneh Sadeghzadeh
- Department of Biochemistry, Neyshabur Branch, Islamic Azad University, Neyshabur, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Mashhad Branch, Islamic Azad University, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
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AbouAitah K, Soliman AAF, Swiderska-Sroda A, Nassrallah A, Smalc-Koziorowska J, Gierlotka S, Lojkowski W. Co-Delivery System of Curcumin and Colchicine Using Functionalized Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles Promotes Anticancer and Apoptosis Effects. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14122770. [PMID: 36559264 PMCID: PMC9785757 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14122770] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2022] [Revised: 12/03/2022] [Accepted: 12/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Purpose: Many natural agents have a high anticancer potential, and their combination may be advantageous for improved anticancer effects. Such agents, however, often are not water soluble and do not efficiently target cancer cells, and the kinetics of their action is poorly controlled. One way to overcome these barriers is to combine natural agents with nanoparticles. Our aim in the current study was to fabricate an anticancer nanoformulation for co-delivery of two natural agents, curcumin (CR) and colchicine (CL), with a core-shell structure. Using cancer cell lines, we compared the anticancer efficacy between the combination and a nanoformulation with CL alone. Methods: For the single-drug nanoformulation, we used phosphonate groups to functionalize mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) and loaded the MSNs with CL. Additional loading of this nanoformulation with CR achieved the co-delivery format. To create the structure with a core shell, we selected a chitosan−cellulose mixture conjugated with targeting ligands of folic acid for the coating. For evaluating anticancer and apoptosis effects, we assessed changes in important genes and proteins in apoptosis (p53, caspase-3, Bax, Bcl-2) in several cell lines (MCF-7, breast adenocarcinoma; HCT-116, colon carcinoma; HOS, human osteosarcoma; and A-549, non−small cell lung cancer). Results: Nanoformulations were successfully synthesized and contained 10.9 wt.% for the CL single-delivery version and 18.1 wt.% for the CL+CR co-delivery nanoformulation. Anticancer effects depended on treatment, cell line, and concentration. Co-delivery nanoformulations exerted anticancer effects that were significantly superior to those of single delivery or free CL or CR. Anticancer effects by cell line were in the order of HCT-116 > A549 > HOS > MCF-7. The lowest IC50 value was obtained for the nanoformulation consisting of CL and CR coated with a polymeric shell conjugated with FA (equivalent to 4.1 ± 0.05 µg/mL). With dual delivery compared with the free agents, we detected strongly increased p53, caspase-3, and Bax expression, but inhibition of Bcl-2, suggesting promotion of apoptosis. Conclusions: Our findings, although preliminary, indicate that the proposed dual delivery nanoformulation consisting of nanocore: MSNs loaded with CL and CR and coated with a shell of chitosan−cellulose conjugated folic acid exerted strong anticancer and apoptotic effects with potent antitumor activity against HCT-116 colon cells. The effect bested CL alone. Evaluating and confirming the efficacy of co-delivery nanoformulations will require in vivo studies.
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- Khaled AbouAitah
- Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Research Department, Pharmaceutical and Drug Industries Research Institute, National Research Centre (NRC), 33 El-Behouth Street, Dokki, Giza 12622, Egypt
- Correspondence: (K.A.); (W.L.); Tel.: +20-233371635 (K.A.); +48-22-888-0429 or +48-22-632-4302 (W.L.); Fax: +20-233371010 (K.A.); +48-22-632-4218 (W.L.)
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- Drug Bioassay-Cell Culture Laboratory, Pharmacognosy Department, Pharmaceutical and Drug Industries Research Institute, National Research Centre (NRC), 33 El-Behouth St, Dokki, Giza 12622, Egypt
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- Laboratory of Nanostructures and Nanomedicine, Institute of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Sokolowska 29/37, 01-142 Warsaw, Poland
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University, Giza 12613, Egypt
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- Laboratory of Semiconductor Characterization, Institute of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Sokolowska 29/37, 01-142 Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory of Nanostructures and Nanomedicine, Institute of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Sokolowska 29/37, 01-142 Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory of Nanostructures and Nanomedicine, Institute of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Sokolowska 29/37, 01-142 Warsaw, Poland
- Correspondence: (K.A.); (W.L.); Tel.: +20-233371635 (K.A.); +48-22-888-0429 or +48-22-632-4302 (W.L.); Fax: +20-233371010 (K.A.); +48-22-632-4218 (W.L.)
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Bao L, Cui X, Bai R, Chen C. Advancing intestinal organoid technology to decipher nano-intestine interactions and treat intestinal disease. NANO RESEARCH 2022; 16:3976-3990. [PMID: 36465523 PMCID: PMC9685037 DOI: 10.1007/s12274-022-5150-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2022] [Revised: 09/17/2022] [Accepted: 10/06/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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With research burgeoning in nanoscience and nanotechnology, there is an urgent need to develop new biological models that can simulate native structure, function, and genetic properties of tissues to evaluate the adverse or beneficial effects of nanomaterials on a host. Among the current biological models, three-dimensional (3D) organoids have developed as powerful tools in the study of nanomaterial-biology (nano-bio) interactions, since these models can overcome many of the limitations of cell and animal models. A deep understanding of organoid techniques will facilitate the development of more efficient nanomedicines and further the fields of tissue engineering and personalized medicine. Herein, we summarize the recent progress in intestinal organoids culture systems with a focus on our understanding of the nature and influencing factors of intestinal organoid growth. We also discuss biomimetic extracellular matrices (ECMs) coupled with nanotechnology. In particular, we analyze the application prospects for intestinal organoids in investigating nano-intestine interactions. By integrating nanotechnology and organoid technology, this recently developed model will fill the gaps left due to the deficiencies of traditional cell and animal models, thus accelerating both our understanding of intestine-related nanotoxicity and the development of nanomedicines.
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- Lin Bao
- CAS Key Laboratory for Biomedical Effects of Nanomaterials and Nanosafety & CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology of China, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190 China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049 China
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- CAS Key Laboratory for Biomedical Effects of Nanomaterials and Nanosafety & CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology of China, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190 China
- The GBA National Institute for Nanotechnology Innovation, Guangzhou, 510700 China
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- CAS Key Laboratory for Biomedical Effects of Nanomaterials and Nanosafety & CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology of China, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190 China
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- CAS Key Laboratory for Biomedical Effects of Nanomaterials and Nanosafety & CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, National Center for Nanoscience and Technology of China, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190 China
- The GBA National Institute for Nanotechnology Innovation, Guangzhou, 510700 China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049 China
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Choukaife H, Seyam S, Alallam B, Doolaanea AA, Alfatama M. Current Advances in Chitosan Nanoparticles Based Oral Drug Delivery for Colorectal Cancer Treatment. Int J Nanomedicine 2022; 17:3933-3966. [PMID: 36105620 PMCID: PMC9465052 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s375229] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2022] [Accepted: 08/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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As per the WHO, colorectal cancer (CRC) caused around 935,173 deaths worldwide in 2020 in both sexes and at all ages. The available anticancer therapies including chemotherapy, radiotherapy and anticancer drugs are all associated with limited therapeutic efficacy, adverse effects and low chances. This has urged to emerge several novel therapeutic agents as potential therapies for CRC including synthetic and natural materials. Orally administrable and targeted drug delivery systems are attractive strategies for CRC therapy as they minimize the side effects, enhance the efficacy of anticancer drugs. Nevertheless, oral drug delivery till today faces several challenges like poor drug solubility, stability, and permeability. Various oral nano-based approaches and targeted drug delivery systems have been developed recently, as a result of the ability of nanoparticles to control the release of the encapsulant, drug targeting and reduce the number of dosages administered. The unique physicochemical properties of chitosan polymer assist to overcome oral drug delivery barriers and target the colon tumour cells. Chitosan-based nanocarriers offered additional improvements by enhancing the stability, targeting and bioavailability of several anti-colorectal cancer agents. Modified chitosan derivatives also facilitated CRC targeting through strengthening the protection of encapsulant against acidic and enzyme degradation of gastrointestinal track (GIT). This review aims to provide an overview of CRC pathology, therapy and the barriers against oral drug delivery. It also emphasizes the role of nanotechnology in oral drug targeted delivery system and the growing interest towards chitosan and its derivatives. The present review summarizes the relevant works to date that have studied the potential applications of chitosan-based nanocarrier towards CRC treatment.
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- Hazem Choukaife
- Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Besut Campus, Terengganu, 22200, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Besut Campus, Terengganu, 22200, Malaysia
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- Advanced Medical and Dental Institute, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kepala Batas, Penang, 13200, Malaysia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Kulliyyah of Pharmacy, International Islamic University Malaysia, Kuantan, Pahang, 25200, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Besut Campus, Terengganu, 22200, Malaysia
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Escriche‐Navarro B, Escudero A, Lucena‐Sánchez E, Sancenón F, García‐Fernández A, Martínez‐Máñez R. Mesoporous Silica Materials as an Emerging Tool for Cancer Immunotherapy. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2022; 9:e2200756. [PMID: 35866466 PMCID: PMC9475525 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202200756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2022] [Revised: 05/16/2022] [Indexed: 05/16/2023]
Abstract
Cancer immunotherapy has emerged in the past decade as a promising strategy for treating many forms of cancer by stimulating the patient's immune system. Although immunotherapy has achieved some promising results in clinics, more efforts are required to improve the limitations of current treatments related to lack of effective and targeted cancer antigens delivery to immune cells, dose-limiting toxicity, and immune-mediated adverse effects, among others. In recent years, the use of nanomaterials has proven promising to enhance cancer immunotherapy efficacy and reduce side effects. Among nanomaterials, attention has been recently paid to mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) as a potential multiplatform for enhancing cancer immunotherapy by considering their unique properties, such as high porosity, and good biocompatibility, facile surface modification, and self-adjuvanticity. This review explores the role of MSN and other nano/micro-materials as an emerging tool to enhance cancer immunotherapy, and it comprehensively summarizes the different immunotherapeutic strategies addressed to date by using MSN.
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- Blanca Escriche‐Navarro
- Interuniversity Research Institute for Molecular Recognition and Technological Development (IDM) Polytechnic University of Valencia‐University of ValenciaCamino de Vera s/nValencia46022Spain
- Universitat Politècnica de ValènciaJoint Unit UPV‐CIPF of Developmental Biology and Disease Models and Nanomedicine, Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV)‐Príncipe Felipe Research Center Foundation (CIPF)C/ Eduardo Primo Yúfera 3.Valencia46012Spain
- Joint Unit of Nanomedicine and Sensors, Polytechnic University of Valencia, IIS La FeAv. Fernando Abril Martorell, 106Valencia46026Spain
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- Interuniversity Research Institute for Molecular Recognition and Technological Development (IDM) Polytechnic University of Valencia‐University of ValenciaCamino de Vera s/nValencia46022Spain
- Universitat Politècnica de ValènciaJoint Unit UPV‐CIPF of Developmental Biology and Disease Models and Nanomedicine, Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV)‐Príncipe Felipe Research Center Foundation (CIPF)C/ Eduardo Primo Yúfera 3.Valencia46012Spain
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- Interuniversity Research Institute for Molecular Recognition and Technological Development (IDM) Polytechnic University of Valencia‐University of ValenciaCamino de Vera s/nValencia46022Spain
- Universitat Politècnica de ValènciaJoint Unit UPV‐CIPF of Developmental Biology and Disease Models and Nanomedicine, Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV)‐Príncipe Felipe Research Center Foundation (CIPF)C/ Eduardo Primo Yúfera 3.Valencia46012Spain
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- Interuniversity Research Institute for Molecular Recognition and Technological Development (IDM) Polytechnic University of Valencia‐University of ValenciaCamino de Vera s/nValencia46022Spain
- Universitat Politècnica de ValènciaJoint Unit UPV‐CIPF of Developmental Biology and Disease Models and Nanomedicine, Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV)‐Príncipe Felipe Research Center Foundation (CIPF)C/ Eduardo Primo Yúfera 3.Valencia46012Spain
- Joint Unit of Nanomedicine and Sensors, Polytechnic University of Valencia, IIS La FeAv. Fernando Abril Martorell, 106Valencia46026Spain
- Biomedical Research Networking Center in Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER‐BBN)Av. Monforte de Lemos, 3–5. Pabellón 11., Planta 0Madrid28029Spain
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- Interuniversity Research Institute for Molecular Recognition and Technological Development (IDM) Polytechnic University of Valencia‐University of ValenciaCamino de Vera s/nValencia46022Spain
- Universitat Politècnica de ValènciaJoint Unit UPV‐CIPF of Developmental Biology and Disease Models and Nanomedicine, Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV)‐Príncipe Felipe Research Center Foundation (CIPF)C/ Eduardo Primo Yúfera 3.Valencia46012Spain
- Biomedical Research Networking Center in Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER‐BBN)Av. Monforte de Lemos, 3–5. Pabellón 11., Planta 0Madrid28029Spain
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- Interuniversity Research Institute for Molecular Recognition and Technological Development (IDM) Polytechnic University of Valencia‐University of ValenciaCamino de Vera s/nValencia46022Spain
- Universitat Politècnica de ValènciaJoint Unit UPV‐CIPF of Developmental Biology and Disease Models and Nanomedicine, Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV)‐Príncipe Felipe Research Center Foundation (CIPF)C/ Eduardo Primo Yúfera 3.Valencia46012Spain
- Joint Unit of Nanomedicine and Sensors, Polytechnic University of Valencia, IIS La FeAv. Fernando Abril Martorell, 106Valencia46026Spain
- Biomedical Research Networking Center in Bioengineering, Biomaterials and Nanomedicine (CIBER‐BBN)Av. Monforte de Lemos, 3–5. Pabellón 11., Planta 0Madrid28029Spain
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Sargazi S, Laraib U, Barani M, Rahdar A, Fatima I, Bilal M, Pandey S, Sharma RK, Kyzas GZ. Recent trends in mesoporous silica nanoparticles of rode-like morphology for cancer theranostics: A review. J Mol Struct 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molstruc.2022.132922] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Li Y, Deng G, Hu X, Li C, Wang X, Zhu Q, Zheng K, Xiong W, Wu H. Recent advances in mesoporous silica nanoparticle-based targeted drug-delivery systems for cancer therapy. Nanomedicine (Lond) 2022; 17:1253-1279. [PMID: 36250937 DOI: 10.2217/nnm-2022-0023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
Abstract
Targeted drug-delivery systems are a growing research topic in tumor treatment. In recent years, mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) have been extensively studied and applied in noninvasive and biocompatible drug-delivery systems for tumor therapy due to their outstanding advantages, which include high surface area, large pore volume, tunable pore size, easy surface modification and stable framework. The advances in the application of MSNs for anticancer drug targeting are covered and highlighted in this review, and the challenges and prospects of MSN-based targeted drug-delivery systems are discussed. This review provides new insights for researchers interested in targeted drug-delivery systems against cancer.
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- Ying Li
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, People's Republic of China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, People's Republic of China.,School of Pharmacy, Nanchang University, Nanchang, 330006, People's Republic of China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, People's Republic of China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, People's Republic of China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, People's Republic of China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, People's Republic of China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, People's Republic of China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, People's Republic of China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Health Science Center, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, 518060, People's Republic of China
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Nanomedicine as an Emerging Technology to Foster Application of Essential Oils to Fight Cancer. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2022; 15:ph15070793. [PMID: 35890092 PMCID: PMC9320655 DOI: 10.3390/ph15070793] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Revised: 06/15/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Natural prodrugs extracted from plants are increasingly used in many sectors, including the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food industries. Among these prodrugs, essential oils (EOs) are of particular importance. These biologically active volatile oily liquids are produced by medicinal and aromatic plants and characterized by a distinctive odor. EOs possess high anticancer, antibacterial, antiviral, and antioxidant potential but often are associated with low stability; high volatility; and a high risk of deterioration with exposure to heat, humidity, light, or oxygen. Furthermore, their bioavailability is limited because they are not soluble in water, and enhancements are needed to increase their potential to target specific cells or tissues, as well as for controlled release. Nanomedicine, the application of nanotechnology in medicine, may offer efficient solutions to these problems. The technology is based on creating nanostructures in which the natural prodrug is connected to or encapsulated in nanoparticles or submicron-sized capsules that ensure their solubility in water and their targeting properties, as well as controlled delivery. The potential of EOs as anticancer prodrugs is considerable but not fully exploited. This review focusses on the recent progress towards the practical application of EOs in cancer therapy based on nanotechnology applications.
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Sharifi-Azad M, Fathi M, Cho WC, Barzegari A, Dadashi H, Dadashpour M, Jahanban-Esfahlan R. Recent advances in targeted drug delivery systems for resistant colorectal cancer. Cancer Cell Int 2022; 22:196. [PMID: 35590367 PMCID: PMC9117978 DOI: 10.1186/s12935-022-02605-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2022] [Accepted: 05/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the deadliest cancers in the world, the incidences and morality rate are rising and poses an important threat to the public health. It is known that multiple drug resistance (MDR) is one of the major obstacles in CRC treatment. Tumor microenvironment plus genomic instability, tumor derived exosomes (TDE), cancer stem cells (CSCs), circulating tumor cells (CTCs), cell-free DNA (cfDNA), as well as cellular signaling pathways are important issues regarding resistance. Since non-targeted therapy causes toxicity, diverse side effects, and undesired efficacy, targeted therapy with contribution of various carriers has been developed to address the mentioned shortcomings. In this paper the underlying causes of MDR and then various targeting strategies including exosomes, liposomes, hydrogels, cell-based carriers and theranostics which are utilized to overcome therapeutic resistance will be described. We also discuss implication of emerging approaches involving single cell approaches and computer-aided drug delivery with high potential for meeting CRC medical needs.
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- Masoumeh Sharifi-Azad
- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Research Center for Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, Biomedicine Institute, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Oncology, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Research Center for Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, Biomedicine Institute, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Medicine, Semnan University of Medical Sciences, Semnan, Iran. .,Cancer Research Center, Semnan University of Medical Sciences, Semnan, Iran.
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.
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Porrang S, Davaran S, Rahemi N, Allahyari S, Mostafavi E. How Advancing are Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles? A Comprehensive Review of the Literature. Int J Nanomedicine 2022; 17:1803-1827. [PMID: 35498391 PMCID: PMC9043011 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s353349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2021] [Accepted: 03/31/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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The application of mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) is ubiquitous in various sciences. MSNs possess unique features, including the diversity in manufacturing by different synthesis methods and from different sources, structure controllability, pore design capabilities, pore size tunability, nanoparticle size distribution adjustment, and the ability to create diverse functional groups on their surface. These characteristics have led to various types of MSNs as a unique system for drug delivery. In this review, first, the synthesis of MSNs by different methods via using different sources were studied. Then, the parameters affecting their physicochemical properties and functionalization have been discussed. Finally, the last decade’s novel strategies, including surface functionalization, drug delivery, and cancer treatment, based on the MSNs in drug delivery and cancer therapy have been addressed.
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- Sahar Porrang
- Chemical Engineering Faculty, Sahand University of Technology, Tabriz, Iran
- Environmental Engineering Research Centre, Sahand University of Technology, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Science, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Research Centre for Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Chemical Engineering Faculty, Sahand University of Technology, Tabriz, Iran
- Environmental Engineering Research Centre, Sahand University of Technology, Tabriz, Iran
- Nader Rahemi, Sahand University of Technology, Tabriz, Iran, Tel +98-41-33459100, Email
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- Chemical Engineering Faculty, Sahand University of Technology, Tabriz, Iran
- Environmental Engineering Research Centre, Sahand University of Technology, Tabriz, Iran
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- Stanford Cardiovascular Institute, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
- Department of Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
- Correspondence: Ebrahim Mostafavi, Stanford Cardiovascular Institute, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA, Email ;
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Yin W, Qian S. Delivery of cisplatin and resiquimod in nanomicelles for the chemoimmunotherapy of ovarian cancer. Cancer Nanotechnol 2022. [DOI: 10.1186/s12645-021-00094-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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Abstract
Background
To explore the effect and mechanism of delivery of cisplatin (CDDP) and resiquimod in nanomicelles for the chemoimmunotherapy of ovarian cancer in vivo and in vitro.
Methods
Poly(l-glutamic acid)-graft-methoxypolyethylene glycols (PLG-g-mPEG) was used to carry cisplatin and resiquimod for the preparation of CDDP/resiquimod/PLG-g-mPEG. We determined the loading content (LC) and encapsulation efficiency (EE), and then observed the particle shape, particle size distribution and zeta potential. In this study, we recruited 30 healthy adult participants and isolated mononuclear cells, and they were randomly classified into a control group, a CDDP group, a resiquimod group, a CDDP/resiquimod/PLG-g-mPEG group and a IFN-γ + LPS group to identify macrophages markers in different polarization states. We conducted microprobe synchrotron radiation X-ray fluorescence (SRXRF) imaging to observe the cell uptake. Furthermore, we observed the effects of CDDP/resiquimod/PLG-g-mPEG on the growth and colony formation of SW626 cells and the expressions of apoptosis-associated genes and proteins. Tumor-bearing mouse models of ovarian cancer were prepared and randomized into a negative control group, a PLG-g-mPEG group, a CDDP group, a resiquimod group and a CDDP/resiquimod/PLG-g-mPEG group, so as to analyze the anti-cancer effect of CDDP/resiquimod/PLG-g-mPEG in vivo.
Results
The LC and EE of CDDP/resiquimod/PLG-g-mPEG were 19.42% and 90.12%, respectively. Nanoparticles were uniform spherical in shape and closely arranged together, with a typical core–shell structure, and their average particle size and zeta potential were 82.36 nm and − 23.69 mV, respectively. When CDDP/resiquimod/PLG-g-mPEG group was compared with the control group, the positive expression rate of CD16 in the CDDP/resiquimod/PLG-g-mPEG group highly increased, whereas the positive expression rate of CD163 dramatically decreased. In the meantime, Arg1 and Mrc1 mRNA expressions significantly decreased whereas IL-12 and NOS2 mRNA expressions dramatically increased (P < 0.05). Elemental mapping of cells exhibited notable internalization of cisplatin delivered by CDDP/resiquimod/PLG-g-mPEG to cytoplasm. We compared the cell survival rate between the CDDP/resiquimod/PLG-g-mPEG group and the control group, the CDDP/resiquimod/PLG-g-mPEG group sharply reduced (P < 0.05). What’s more, the inhibitory effect got strengthened as the reaction time was prolonged, with the synergy coefficient of 0.31.
Conclusion
PLG-g-mPEG-loaded CDDP and resiquimod effectively achieves the targeted delivery of chemotherapy and immunotherapy, with a strong synergistic anti-cancer effect.
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Hou Y, Jin J, Duan H, Liu C, Chen L, Huang W, Gao Z, Jin M. Targeted therapeutic effects of oral inulin-modified double-layered nanoparticles containing chemotherapeutics on orthotopic colon cancer. Biomaterials 2022; 283:121440. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2022.121440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2021] [Revised: 02/20/2022] [Accepted: 02/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Kamazani FM, Sotoodehnejad Nematalahi F, Siadat SD, Pornour M, Sheikhpour M. A success targeted nano delivery to lung cancer cells with multi-walled carbon nanotubes conjugated to bromocriptine. Sci Rep 2021; 11:24419. [PMID: 34952904 PMCID: PMC8709863 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-03031-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2021] [Accepted: 11/26/2021] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
Abstract
In this research, a new nano drug-based multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) was prepared and evaluated qualitatively. Bromocriptine (BRC) was conjugated to functionalized carbon nanotubes. Then, the CHNS, FT-IR, SEM, and RAMAN tests for characterization of the conjugated drug were done. The nanofluid-containing nano-drug was evaluated on lung cancer cells (A549 & QU-DB) and MRC5 by MTT and flow cytometry tests. Then, the gene expression studies of dopamine receptor genes were done before and after nano-drug treatment. After that, a western blotting test was carried out for further investigation of dopamine receptors protein production. Finally, Bax and Bcl-2 secretion were measured by the ELISA method in cells affected by MWCNTs-BRC Nf compared to untreated cells. The results showed that the nano-drug had a significant lethal effect on cancer cells, while it had no toxicity on MRC5. Also, the nano-drug could significantly induce apoptosis in lung cancer cells at a lower dose compared to the drug alone. In this study, a targeted nano-drug delivery system was designed, and its performance was evaluated based on neurotransmitter pathways, and the results showed that it may be useful in the treatment of lung cancer. However, additional studies on animal models are underway.
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- Department of Mycobacteriology and Pulmonary Research, Pasteur Institute of Iran, Tehran, Iran
- Microbiology Research Center, Pasteur Institute of Iran, Tehran, Iran
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- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Nutrition, Department of Medicine, University of Maryland, College Park, USA
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- Department of Mycobacteriology and Pulmonary Research, Pasteur Institute of Iran, Tehran, Iran.
- Microbiology Research Center, Pasteur Institute of Iran, Tehran, Iran.
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Mirveis Z, Kouchak M, Mahdavinia M, Rahbar N. Novel and efficient method for loading aptamer-conjugated liposomes with arsenic trioxide for targeting cancer cells. J Liposome Res 2021; 32:276-283. [PMID: 34918592 DOI: 10.1080/08982104.2021.2005624] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Although the therapeutic effect of liposomal arsenic trioxide arsenic trioxide (ATO) in the treatment of solid tumours has been confirmed, its dose-limiting loading is a challenging issue. To solve the problems in the preparation of liposomal ATO, different loading strategies were evaluated and compared. In addition, liposomes decorated with anti-nucleolin aptamers were developed as a novel formulation for targeted delivery with high loading efficiency and sustained releasing property in order to treat solid tumours. The liposomes were prepared by a thin-film method exploiting the passive loading strategy of Co(II) hydrogen arsenite (CHA). The structural characteristics of the liposomes were also investigated by Fourier transform infra-red spectroscopy (FT-IR), dynamic light scattering (DLS), zeta potentiometry, field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), and Energy Dispersive X-ray Diffraction (EDX) techniques. To evaluate the potential cytotoxicity of this liposomal drug vehicle in vitro, MTT assay was performed on HT-29 cancer cell line. The results showed that the synthesised liposomes loaded with CHA exhibited high entrapment efficiency (77%). MTT assays showed a significant difference between the percentage of viable cells when HT -29 cells were treated with free ATO and liposomal formulation which can be corresponded to the sustained release of the drug from the liposomes. The results of this study may lead to a promising strategy for the effective treatment of solid tumours.
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- Zohreh Mirveis
- Nanotechnology Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.,Department of Medicinal Chemistry, School of Pharmacy, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Nanotechnology Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.,Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Toxicology Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.,Department of Toxicology, School of Pharmacy, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Nanotechnology Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.,Department of Medicinal Chemistry, School of Pharmacy, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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Brain D, Plant-Hately A, Heaton B, Arshad U, David C, Hedrich C, Owen A, Liptrott NJ. Drug delivery systems as immunomodulators for therapy of infectious disease: Relevance to COVID-19. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2021; 178:113848. [PMID: 34182016 PMCID: PMC8233062 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2021.113848] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2021] [Revised: 06/10/2021] [Accepted: 06/22/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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The emergence of SARS-CoV-2, and the ensuing global pandemic, has resulted in an unprecedented response to identify therapies that can limit uncontrolled inflammation observed in patients with moderate to severe COVID-19. The immune pathology behind COVID-19 is complex and involves the activation and interaction of multiple systems including, but not limited to, complement, inflammasomes, endothelial as well as innate and adaptive immune cells to bring about a convoluted profile of inflammation, coagulation and tissue damage. To date, therapeutic approaches have focussed on inhibition of coagulation, untargeted immune suppression and/or cytokine-directed blocking agents. Regardless of recently achieved improvements in individual patient outcomes and survival rates, improved and focussed approaches targeting individual systems involved is needed to further improve prognosis and wellbeing. This review summarizes the current understanding of molecular and cellular systems involved in the pathophysiology of COVID-19, and their contribution to pathogen clearance and damage to then discuss possible therapeutic options involving immunomodulatory drug delivery systems as well as summarising the complex interplay between them.
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- Danielle Brain
- Immunocompatibility Group, Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK,Centre of Excellence for Long-acting Therapeutics (CELT), Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Immunocompatibility Group, Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK,Centre of Excellence for Long-acting Therapeutics (CELT), Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Immunocompatibility Group, Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK,Centre of Excellence for Long-acting Therapeutics (CELT), Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Centre of Excellence for Long-acting Therapeutics (CELT), Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Immunocompatibility Group, Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK,Centre of Excellence for Long-acting Therapeutics (CELT), Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Women's & Children's Health, Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK,Department of Rheumatology, Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, UK
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- Centre of Excellence for Long-acting Therapeutics (CELT), Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Immunocompatibility Group, Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK,Centre of Excellence for Long-acting Therapeutics (CELT), Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK,Corresponding author at: Materials Innovation Factory, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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Overview of chitosan-based nanosystems for prostate cancer therapy. Eur Polym J 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2021.110812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Tammam SN, El Safy S, Ramadan S, Arjune S, Krakor E, Mathur S. Repurpose but also (nano)-reformulate! The potential role of nanomedicine in the battle against SARS-CoV2. J Control Release 2021; 337:258-284. [PMID: 34293319 PMCID: PMC8289726 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2021.07.028] [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: 04/03/2021] [Revised: 07/15/2021] [Accepted: 07/15/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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The coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19), caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV2) has taken the world by surprise. To date, a worldwide approved treatment remains lacking and hence in the context of rapid viral spread and the growing need for rapid action, drug repurposing has emerged as one of the frontline strategies in the battle against SARS-CoV2. Repurposed drugs currently being evaluated against COVID-19 either tackle the replication and spread of SARS-CoV2 or they aim at controlling hyper-inflammation and the rampaged immune response in severe disease. In both cases, the target for such drugs resides in the lungs, at least during the period where treatment could still provide substantial clinical benefit to the patient. Yet, most of these drugs are administered systemically, questioning the percentage of administered drug that actually reaches the lung and as a consequence, the distribution of the remainder of the dose to off target sites. Inhalation therapy should allow higher concentrations of the drug in the lungs and lower concentrations systemically, hence providing a stronger, more localized action, with reduced adverse effects. Therefore, the nano-reformulation of the repurposed drugs for inhalation is a promising approach for targeted drug delivery to lungs. In this review, we critically analyze, what nanomedicine could and ought to do in the battle against SARS-CoV2. We start by a brief description of SARS-CoV2 structure and pathogenicity and move on to discuss the current limitations of repurposed antiviral and immune-modulating drugs that are being clinically investigated against COVID-19. This account focuses on how nanomedicine could address limitations of current therapeutics, enhancing the efficacy, specificity and safety of such drugs. With the appearance of new variants of SARS-CoV2 and the potential implication on the efficacy of vaccines and diagnostics, the presence of an effective therapeutic solution is inevitable and could be potentially achieved via nano-reformulation. The presence of an inhaled nano-platform capable of delivering antiviral or immunomodulatory drugs should be available as part of the repertoire in the fight against current and future outbreaks.
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- Salma N. Tammam
- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy & Biotechnology, The German University in Cairo (GUC), 11835 Cairo, Egypt,Corresponding author
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy & Biotechnology, The German University in Cairo (GUC), 11835 Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy & Biotechnology, The German University in Cairo (GUC), 11835 Cairo, Egypt
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- Institute of Biochemistry, Department of Chemistry, Center for Molecular Medicine Cologne (CMMC), University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Institute of Inorganic Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, , University of Cologne, Greinstraße 6, 50939 Cologne, Germany
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- Institute of Inorganic Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, , University of Cologne, Greinstraße 6, 50939 Cologne, Germany
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Application of smart nanoparticles as a potential platform for effective colorectal cancer therapy. Coord Chem Rev 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ccr.2021.213949] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Hashemzadeh A, Drummen GPC, Avan A, Darroudi M, Khazaei M, Khajavian R, Rangrazi A, Mirzaei M. When metal-organic framework mediated smart drug delivery meets gastrointestinal cancers. J Mater Chem B 2021; 9:3967-3982. [PMID: 33908592 DOI: 10.1039/d1tb00155h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Cancers of the gastrointestinal tract constitute one of the most common cancer types worldwide and a ∼58% increase in the global number of cases has been estimated by IARC for the next twenty years. Recent advances in drug delivery technologies have attracted scientific interest for developing and utilizing efficient therapeutic systems. The present review focuses on the use of nanoscale MOFs (Nano-MOFs) as carriers for drug delivery and imaging purposes. In pursuit of significant improvements to current gastrointestinal cancer chemotherapy regimens, systems that allow multiple concomitant therapeutic options (polytherapy) and controlled release are highly desirable. In this sense, MOF-based nanotherapeutics represent a significant step towards achieving this goal. Here, the current state-of-the-art of interdisciplinary research and novel developments into MOF-based gastrointestinal cancer therapy are highlighted and reviewed.
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- Alireza Hashemzadeh
- Department of Medical Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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- (Bio)Nanotechnology and Hepato/Renal Pathobiology Programs, Bio&Nano Solutions-LAB3BIO, Bielefeld, Germany
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- Metabolic Syndrome Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Nuclear Medicine Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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- Department of Medical Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran. and Metabolic Syndrome Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad 9177948974, Iran.
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad 9177948974, Iran.
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Gracheva I, Konovalova M, Aronov D, Moiseeva E, Fedorov A, Svirshchevskaya E. Size-Dependent Biodistribution of Fluorescent Furano-Allocolchicinoid-Chitosan Formulations in Mice. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13132045. [PMID: 34206673 PMCID: PMC8271848 DOI: 10.3390/polym13132045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2021] [Revised: 06/14/2021] [Accepted: 06/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to compare the biodistribution in mice of functionalized rhodamine B (Rh) labeled colchicine derivative furano-allocolchicinoid (AC, 6) either conjugated to 40 kDa chitosan (AC-Chi, 8) or encapsulated into chitosan nanoparticles (AC-NPs). AC-NPs were formed by ionotropic gelation and were 400–450 nm in diameter as estimated in mice by dynamic light scattering and confocal microscopy. AC-Chi and AC-NPs preserved the specific colchicine activity in vitro. AC preparations were once IV injected into C75BL/6 mice; muscles, spleen, kidney, liver, lungs, blood cells and serum were collected at 30 min, 2, 5, 10, and 20 h post injection. To analyze the distribution of the furano-allocolchicinoid preparations in body liquids and tissues, Rh was measured directly in sera or extracted by acidic ethanol from tissue homogenates. Preliminary Rh extraction rate was estimated in vitro in tissue homogenates and was around 25–30% from total quantity added. After in vivo injection, AC-NPs were accumulated more in liver and spleen, while less in kidney and lungs in comparison with free AC and AC-Chi. Therefore, incorporation of colchicine derivatives as well as other hydrophobic substances into nano/micro sized carriers may help redistribute the drug to different organs and, possibly, improve antitumor accumulation.
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- Iuliia Gracheva
- Department of Organic Chemistry, Nizhni Novgorod State University, Gagarina av. 23, 603950 Nizhni Novgorod, Russia;
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- Shemyakin-Ovchinnikov Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry RAS, Miklukho-Maklaya St. 16/10, 117997 Moscow, Russia; (M.K.); (D.A.); (E.M.); (E.S.)
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- Shemyakin-Ovchinnikov Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry RAS, Miklukho-Maklaya St. 16/10, 117997 Moscow, Russia; (M.K.); (D.A.); (E.M.); (E.S.)
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- Shemyakin-Ovchinnikov Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry RAS, Miklukho-Maklaya St. 16/10, 117997 Moscow, Russia; (M.K.); (D.A.); (E.M.); (E.S.)
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- Department of Organic Chemistry, Nizhni Novgorod State University, Gagarina av. 23, 603950 Nizhni Novgorod, Russia;
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- Shemyakin-Ovchinnikov Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry RAS, Miklukho-Maklaya St. 16/10, 117997 Moscow, Russia; (M.K.); (D.A.); (E.M.); (E.S.)
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Zuo S, Song J, Zhang J, He Z, Sun B, Sun J. Nano-immunotherapy for each stage of cancer cellular immunity: which, why, and what? Theranostics 2021; 11:7471-7487. [PMID: 34158861 PMCID: PMC8210608 DOI: 10.7150/thno.59953] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2021] [Accepted: 05/06/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Immunotherapy provides a new avenue for combating cancer. Current research in anticancer immunotherapy is primary based on T cell-mediated cellular immunity, which can be divided into seven steps and is named the cancer-immunity cycle. Unfortunately, clinical applications of cancer immunotherapies are restricted by inefficient drug delivery, low response rates, and unmanageable adverse reactions. In response to these challenges, the combination of nanotechnology and immunotherapy (nano-immunotherapy) has been extensively studied in recent years. Rational design of advanced nano-immunotherapies requires in-depth consideration of "which" immune step is targeted, "why" it needs to be further enhanced, and "what" nanotechnology can do for immunotherapy. However, the applications and effects of nanotechnology in the cancer-immunity cycle have not been well reviewed. Herein, we summarize the current developments in nano-immunotherapy for each stage of cancer cellular immunity, with special attention on the which, why and what. Furthermore, we summarize the advantages of nanotechnology for combination immunotherapy in two categories: enhanced efficacy and reduced toxicity. Finally, we discuss the challenges of nano-immunotherapy in detail and provide a perspective.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Wuya College of Innovation, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang 110016, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Wuya College of Innovation, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang 110016, China
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Targeted delivery system using silica nanoparticles coated with chitosan and AS1411 for combination therapy of doxorubicin and antimiR-21. Carbohydr Polym 2021; 266:118111. [PMID: 34044928 DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2021.118111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2020] [Revised: 04/04/2021] [Accepted: 04/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Herein, a novel targeted delivery system was developed for intracellular co-delivery of doxorubicin (DOX) as a chemotherapeutic drug, antimiR-21 as an oncogenic antagomiR. In this system, DOX was loaded into mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) and chitosan was applied to cover the surface of MSNs. AS1411 aptamer as targeting nucleolin and antimiR-21 were electrostatically attached onto the surface of the chitosan-coated MSNs and formed the final nanocomplex (AACS nanocomplex). The study of drug release was based on DOX release under pH 7.4 and 5.5. Cellular toxicity and cellular uptake assessments of AACS nanocomplex were carried out in nucleolin positive (C26, MCF-7, and 4T1) and nucleolin negative (CHO) cell lines using MTT assay and flow cytometry analysis, respectively. Also, Anti-tumor efficacy of AACS nanocomplex was evaluated in C26 tumor-bearing mice. Overall, the results show that the combination therapy of DOX and antimiR-21, using AACS nanocomplex, could combat the cancer cell growth rate.
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Ergul M, Bakar-Ates F. Investigation of molecular mechanisms underlying the antiproliferative effects of colchicine against PC3 prostate cancer cells. Toxicol In Vitro 2021; 73:105138. [PMID: 33684465 DOI: 10.1016/j.tiv.2021.105138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2021] [Revised: 03/03/2021] [Accepted: 03/04/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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This work examined the cytotoxic effects of colchicine on PC3 cells and elucidated the possible underlying mechanisms of its cytotoxicity. The cells were exposed to colchicine at different concentrations ranging from 1 to 100 ng/mL for 24 h, and it showed considerable cytotoxicity with an IC50 value of 22.99 ng/mL. Mechanistic studies also exhibited that colchicine treatment results in cell cycle arrest at the G2/M phase as well as decreased mitochondrial membrane potential and increased early and late apoptotic cells. The apoptotic and DNA-damaging effects of colchicine have also been verified by fluorescence imaging and ELISA experiments, and they revealed that while colchicine treatment significantly modulated expression as increases in Bax, cleaved caspase 3, cleaved PARP, and 8-hydroxy-desoxyguanosine levels and as a decrease of BCL-2 protein expression. Besides, colchicine treatment significantly increased the total oxidant (TOS) level, which is a signal of oxidative stress and potential cause of DNA damage. Finally, the results of quantitative real-time PCR experiments demonstrated that colchicine treatment concentration-dependently suppressed MMP-9 mRNA expression. Overall, colchicine provides meaningful cytotoxicity on PC3 cells due to induced oxidative stress, reduced mitochondrial membrane potential, increased DNA damage, and finally increased apoptosis in PC3 cells. Nevertheless, further research needs to be conducted to assess the potential of colchicine as an anticancer drug for the treatment of prostate cancer.
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- Mustafa Ergul
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Sivas Cumhuriyet University, Sivas, Turkey.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ankara University, Ankara, Turkey
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Sha X, Dai Y, Song X, Liu S, Zhang S, Li J. The Opportunities and Challenges of Silica Nanomaterial for Atherosclerosis. Int J Nanomedicine 2021; 16:701-714. [PMID: 33536755 PMCID: PMC7850448 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s290537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2020] [Accepted: 12/21/2020] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Atherosclerosis (AS) as the leading cause of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events has been paid much attention all the time. With the continuous development of modern medical drug treatment, surgical treatment, interventional treatment and other methods, the mortality rate of AS has shown a downward trend, while the morbidity rate is still increasing. Oral lipid-lowering or anti-inflammatory drugs are generally used for early AS, but the relatively low accumulation efficiency in lesions and the unavoidable side effects required researchers to develop more effective drug delivery approaches for the therapy of AS. Mesoporous silica nanoparticles as nanocarrier for drug delivery have received extensive attentions due to their flexible size, high specific surface area, controlled pore volume, high drug loading capacity and excellent biocompatibility. Series of good reviews about the mesoporous silica nanoparticles loaded drugs for cancer therapy have been well documented. However, their roles as nanocarrier for drug delivery to treat AS have few reports. In this review, the applications and challenges of mesoporous silica nanomaterials in the field of the diagnosis and therapy of AS have been summarized. The classification, synthesis, formation mechanism, surface modification and functionalization of mesoporous silica nanomaterials which were closely related to the theranostic effect of AS have also been included. Last but not the least, the future prospects’ suggestions of mesoporous silica nanomaterial-based drug delivery system for AS are also provided.
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- Xuan Sha
- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.,School of Medical Imaging, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.,School of Medical Imaging, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.,School of Medical Imaging, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.,School of Medical Imaging, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.,School of Medical Imaging, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China.,School of Medical Imaging, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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AbouAitah K, Lojkowski W. Delivery of Natural Agents by Means of Mesoporous Silica Nanospheres as a Promising Anticancer Strategy. Pharmaceutics 2021; 13:143. [PMID: 33499150 PMCID: PMC7912645 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics13020143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2020] [Revised: 01/12/2021] [Accepted: 01/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Natural prodrugs derived from different natural origins (e.g., medicinal plants, microbes, animals) have a long history in traditional medicine. They exhibit a broad range of pharmacological activities, including anticancer effects in vitro and in vivo. They have potential as safe, cost-effective treatments with few side effects, but are lacking in solubility, bioavailability, specific targeting and have short half-lives. These are barriers to clinical application. Nanomedicine has the potential to offer solutions to circumvent these limitations and allow the use of natural pro-drugs in cancer therapy. Mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) of various morphology have attracted considerable attention in the search for targeted drug delivery systems. MSNs are characterized by chemical stability, easy synthesis and functionalization, large surface area, tunable pore sizes and volumes, good biocompatibility, controlled drug release under different conditions, and high drug-loading capacity, enabling multifunctional purposes. In vivo pre-clinical evaluations, a significant majority of results indicate the safety profile of MSNs if they are synthesized in an optimized way. Here, we present an overview of synthesis methods, possible surface functionalization, cellular uptake, biodistribution, toxicity, loading strategies, delivery designs with controlled release, and cancer targeting and discuss the future of anticancer nanotechnology-based natural prodrug delivery systems.
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- Khaled AbouAitah
- Laboratory of Nanostructures and Nanomedicine, Institute of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Sokolowska 29/37, 01-142 Warsaw, Poland
- Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Research Department, Pharmaceutical and Drug Industries Research Division, National Research Centre (NRC), 33 El-Behouth St., Dokki 12622, Giza, Egypt
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- Laboratory of Nanostructures and Nanomedicine, Institute of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Sokolowska 29/37, 01-142 Warsaw, Poland
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Role of Natural Bioactive Compounds in the Rise and Fall of Cancers. Cancers (Basel) 2020; 12:cancers12092499. [PMID: 32899221 PMCID: PMC7564139 DOI: 10.3390/cancers12092499] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2020] [Accepted: 09/02/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Recent years have seen the idea of a close association between nutrition and the modulation of cancer development/progression reinforced [...].
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AbouAitah K, Swiderska-Sroda A, Kandeil A, Salman AMM, Wojnarowicz J, Ali MA, Opalinska A, Gierlotka S, Ciach T, Lojkowski W. Virucidal Action Against Avian Influenza H5N1 Virus and Immunomodulatory Effects of Nanoformulations Consisting of Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles Loaded with Natural Prodrugs. Int J Nanomedicine 2020; 15:5181-5202. [PMID: 32801685 PMCID: PMC7398888 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s247692] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2020] [Accepted: 06/02/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Background Combating infectious diseases caused by influenza virus is a major challenge due to its resistance to available drugs and vaccines, side effects, and cost of treatment. Nanomedicines are being developed to allow targeted delivery of drugs to attack specific cells or viruses. Materials and Methods In this study, mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) functionalized with amino groups and loaded with natural prodrugs of shikimic acid (SH), quercetin (QR) or both were explored as a novel antiviral nanoformulations targeting the highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 virus. Also, the immunomodulatory effects were investigated in vitro tests and anti-inflammatory activity was determined in vivo using the acute carrageenan-induced paw edema rat model. Results Prodrugs alone or the MSNs displayed weaker antiviral effects as evidenced by virus titers and plaque formation compared to nanoformulations. The MSNs-NH2-SH and MSNs-NH2-SH-QR2 nanoformulations displayed a strong virucidal by inactivating the H5N1 virus. They induced also strong immunomodulatory effects: they inhibited cytokines (TNF-α, IL-1β) and nitric oxide production by approximately 50% for MSNs-NH2-SH-QR2 (containing both SH and QR). Remarkable anti-inflammatory effects were observed during in vivo tests in an acute carrageenan-induced rat model. Conclusion Our preliminary findings show the potential of nanotechnology for the application of natural prodrug substances to produce a novel safe, effective, and affordable antiviral drug.
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- Khaled AbouAitah
- Laboratory of Nanostructures and Nanomedicine, Institute of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland.,Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Research Department, Pharmaceutical and Drug Industries Research Division, National Research Centre (NRC), P.C.12622, Dokki, Giza, Egypt
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- Laboratory of Nanostructures and Nanomedicine, Institute of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland
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- Center of Scientific Excellence for Influenza Viruses, Water Pollution Research Department, Environmental Research Division, National Research Centre (NRC) P.C.12622, Dokki, Giza, Egypt
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- Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry Department, Pharmaceutical and Drug Industries Research Division, National Research Centre (NRC), P.C. 12622, Dokki, Giza, Egypt
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- Laboratory of Nanostructures and Nanomedicine, Institute of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland
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- Center of Scientific Excellence for Influenza Viruses, Water Pollution Research Department, Environmental Research Division, National Research Centre (NRC) P.C.12622, Dokki, Giza, Egypt
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- Laboratory of Nanostructures and Nanomedicine, Institute of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory of Nanostructures and Nanomedicine, Institute of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland
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- Biomedical Engineering Laboratory, Faculty of Chemical and Process Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory of Nanostructures and Nanomedicine, Institute of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland
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Mi S, Gong L, Sui Z. Friend or Foe? An Unrecognized Role of Uric Acid in Cancer Development and the Potential Anticancer Effects of Uric Acid-lowering Drugs. J Cancer 2020; 11:5236-5244. [PMID: 32742469 PMCID: PMC7378935 DOI: 10.7150/jca.46200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2020] [Accepted: 06/15/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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In recent years, metabolic syndrome (Mets) has been a hot topic among medical scientists. Mets has an intimate relationship with the incidence and development of various cancers. As a contributory factor of Mets, hyperuricemia actually plays an inseparable role in the formation of various metabolic disorders. Although uric acid is classically considered an antioxidant with beneficial effects, mounting evidence indicates that a high serum uric acid (SUA) level may serve as a pro-oxidant to generate inflammatory reactions and oxidative stress. In this review, we describe the unrecognized role of hyperuricemia in cancer development and summarize major mechanisms linking uric acid to carcinogenesis. Furthermore, we also discuss the potential mechanism of liver metastasis of cancer and list some types of uric acid-lowering agents, which may exert anticancer effects.
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- Shuyi Mi
- Department of Gastroenterology, The First People's Hospital of Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China.,School of Medicine, Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Cixi People's Hospital, Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The First People's Hospital of Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China.,Department of Pathophysiology, College of Basic Medical Sciences, Jiamusi University, Jiamusi, Heilongjiang Province, China
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Barui S, Cauda V. Multimodal Decorations of Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles for Improved Cancer Therapy. Pharmaceutics 2020; 12:E527. [PMID: 32521802 PMCID: PMC7355899 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics12060527] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2020] [Revised: 06/02/2020] [Accepted: 06/04/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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The presence of leaky vasculature and the lack of lymphatic drainage of small structures by the solid tumors formulate nanoparticles as promising delivery vehicles in cancer therapy. In particular, among various nanoparticles, the mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSN) exhibit numerous outstanding features, including mechanical thermal and chemical stability, huge surface area and ordered porous interior to store different anti-cancer therapeutics with high loading capacity and tunable release mechanisms. Furthermore, one can easily decorate the surface of MSN by attaching ligands for active targeting specifically to the cancer region exploiting overexpressed receptors. The controlled release of drugs to the disease site without any leakage to healthy tissues can be achieved by employing environment responsive gatekeepers for the end-capping of MSN. To achieve precise cancer chemotherapy, the most desired delivery system should possess high loading efficiency, site-specificity and capacity of controlled release. In this review we will focus on multimodal decorations of MSN, which is the most demanding ongoing approach related to MSN application in cancer therapy. Herein, we will report about the recently tried efforts for multimodal modifications of MSN, exploiting both the active targeting and stimuli responsive behavior simultaneously, along with individual targeted delivery and stimuli responsive cancer therapy using MSN.
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- Department of Applied Science and Technology, Politecnico di Torino, Corso Duca degli Abruzzi 24, 10129 Turin, Italy;
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Gracheva IA, Shchegravina ES, Schmalz HG, Beletskaya IP, Fedorov AY. Colchicine Alkaloids and Synthetic Analogues: Current Progress and Perspectives. J Med Chem 2020; 63:10618-10651. [PMID: 32432867 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jmedchem.0c00222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Colchicine, the main alkaloid of Colchicum autumnale, is one of the most famous natural molecules. Although colchicine belongs to the oldest drugs (in use since 1500 BC), its pharmacological potential as a lead structure is not yet fully exploited. This review is devoted to the synthesis and structure-activity relationships (SAR) of colchicine alkaloids and their analogues with modified A, B, and C rings, as well as hybrid compounds derived from colchicinoids including prodrugs, conjugates, and delivery systems. The systematization of a vast amount of information presented to date will create a paradigm for future studies of colchicinoids for neoplastic and various other diseases.
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- Iuliia A Gracheva
- Department of Chemistry, Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Nizhny Novgorod 603950, Russian Federation
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- Department of Chemistry, Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Nizhny Novgorod 603950, Russian Federation
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- Department of Chemistry, M. V. Lomonosov Moscow State University, Moscow 119992, Russian Federation
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- Department of Chemistry, Lobachevsky State University of Nizhny Novgorod, Nizhny Novgorod 603950, Russian Federation
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Wojnarowicz J, Chudoba T, Lojkowski W. A Review of Microwave Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanomaterials: Reactants, Process Parameters and Morphoslogies. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2020; 10:E1086. [PMID: 32486522 PMCID: PMC7353225 DOI: 10.3390/nano10061086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 128] [Impact Index Per Article: 32.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2020] [Revised: 05/11/2020] [Accepted: 05/19/2020] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Zinc oxide (ZnO) is a multifunctional material due to its exceptional physicochemical properties and broad usefulness. The special properties resulting from the reduction of the material size from the macro scale to the nano scale has made the application of ZnO nanomaterials (ZnO NMs) more popular in numerous consumer products. In recent years, particular attention has been drawn to the development of various methods of ZnO NMs synthesis, which above all meet the requirements of the green chemistry approach. The application of the microwave heating technology when obtaining ZnO NMs enables the development of new methods of syntheses, which are characterised by, among others, the possibility to control the properties, repeatability, reproducibility, short synthesis duration, low price, purity, and fulfilment of the eco-friendly approach criterion. The dynamic development of materials engineering is the reason why it is necessary to obtain ZnO NMs with strictly defined properties. The present review aims to discuss the state of the art regarding the microwave synthesis of undoped and doped ZnO NMs. The first part of the review presents the properties of ZnO and new applications of ZnO NMs. Subsequently, the properties of microwave heating are discussed and compared with conventional heating and areas of application are presented. The final part of the paper presents reactants, parameters of processes, and the morphology of products, with a division of the microwave synthesis of ZnO NMs into three primary groups, namely hydrothermal, solvothermal, and hybrid methods.
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- Jacek Wojnarowicz
- Institute of High Pressure Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Sokolowska 29/37, 01-142 Warsaw, Poland; (T.C.); (W.L.)
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