Bioactive Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
37, P. 191 - 205
Published: March 21, 2024
Gene
therapy
is
capable
of
efficiently
regulating
the
expression
abnormal
genes
in
diseased
tissues
and
expected
to
be
a
therapeutic
option
for
refractory
diseases.
However,
unidirectional
targeting
gene
always
desired
at
tissue
interface.
In
this
study,
inspired
by
principle
that
like
charges
repulse
each
other,
positively
charged
micro-nano
electrospun
fibrous
membrane
with
dual-layer
structure
was
developed
electrospinning
technology
achieve
delivery
siRNA-loaded
cationic
nanocarriers,
thus
realizing
tendon-paratenon
Under
charge
repulsion
layer,
more
COX-2
siRNA
nanocarriers
were
enriched
peritendinous
tissue,
which
not
only
improved
bioavailability
drug
prevent
adhesion
formation,
but
also
avoided
adverse
effects
on
fragile
endogenous
healing
tendon
itself.
summary,
study
provides
an
innovative
strategy
interface
diseases
utilizing
facilitate
drugs.
Advanced Science,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
10(33)
Published: Oct. 18, 2023
Metal-organic
framework
(MOF)-based
drug
delivery
systems
have
demonstrated
values
in
oncotherapy.
Current
research
endeavors
are
centralized
on
the
functionality
enrichment
of
featured
MOF
materials
with
designed
versatility
for
synergistic
multimodal
treatments.
Here,
inspired
by
multifarious
biological
functions
including
ferroptosis
pattern,
porphyrins,
and
cancer
cell
membrane
(CCM)
camouflage
technique,
novel
multi-biomimetic
nanocarriers
from
microfluidics
prepared.
The
Fe
Journal of Nanobiotechnology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
21(1)
Published: Nov. 29, 2023
Abstract
Traditional
Chinese
Medicines
(TCMs)
have
been
used
for
centuries
the
treatment
and
management
of
various
diseases.
However,
their
effective
delivery
to
targeted
sites
may
be
a
major
challenge
due
poor
water
solubility,
low
bioavailability,
potential
toxicity.
Nanocarriers,
such
as
liposomes,
polymeric
nanoparticles,
inorganic
nanoparticles
organic/inorganic
nanohybrids
based
on
active
constituents
from
TCMs
extensively
studied
promising
strategy
improve
achieve
higher
therapeutic
effect
with
fewer
side
effects
compared
conventional
formulations.
This
review
summarizes
recent
advances
in
nanocarrier-based
systems
types
TCMs,
including
terpenoids,
polyphenols,
alkaloids,
flavonoids,
quinones,
different
natural
sources.
covers
design
preparation
nanocarriers,
characterization,
vitro/vivo
evaluations.
Additionally,
this
highlights
challenges
opportunities
field
suggests
future
directions
research.
Nanocarrier-based
shown
great
improving
efficacy
serve
comprehensive
resource
researchers
field.
Graphical
abstract
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
33(9)
Published: Jan. 13, 2023
Abstract
Methotrexate
(MTX)
by
oral
taking
has
been
employed
as
the
first‐line
medication
for
various
chronic
inflammatory
diseases
treatment,
such
Crohn's
disease
and
rheumatoid
arthritis
(RA).
However,
administration
of
MTX
very
limited
clinical
benefits
will
be
discontinued
due
to
suboptimal
response
severe
adverse
effects
on
intestinal
mucosa.
Herein,
a
multistage
albumin
nanomedicine
depot
(denoted
MAND)
is
formulated
encapsulating
MTX‐loaded
human
serum
nanoparticles
(MTX@HSA
NPs)
into
calcium
alginate
chitosan
microcapsules
using
gas‐shearing
technology.
The
MANDs
can
provide
protection
MTX@HSA
NPs
with
well‐persisted
biologic
activity
against
gastric
acid
erosion
realize
specific
boost
release
in
tract
mild
basic
circumstance.
absorbed
intestine
selectively
accumulate
inflammation
lesion
exploiting
targeting
ability
HSA.
In
animal
experiments,
show
improved
therapeutic
efficacy
treatment
both
RA
colitis
minimized
side
respect
free
administration.
Therefore,
this
conceived
promote
more
clinic
popularity
enhanced
diseases.
Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
19(1), P. 100887 - 100887
Published: Feb. 1, 2024
Rheumatoid
Arthritis
(RA)
is
an
autoimmune
disorder
that
hinders
the
normal
functioning
of
bones
and
joints
reduces
quality
human
life.
Every
year
millions
people
are
diagnosed
with
RA
worldwide
which
particularly
includes
elderly
women
groups.
Therefore,
this
global
cause
warrants
development
new
biomaterials,
medicines,
therapeutic
methods
for
treatment.
This
will
improve
Healthcare
Access
Quality
Index
also
relieve
administrative
financial
burdens
healthcare
service
providers
at
a
scale.
Hydrogels
soft
cross-linked
polymeric
materials
can
store
certain
number
fluids,
drugs
biomolecules
hydration
applications.
biocompatible
exhibit
excellent
mechanical
properties
like
providing
elastic
cushions
to
articulating
by
mimicking
natural
synovial
fluid.
Hence,
hydrogels
create
biological
environment
within
cavity
decrease
reactions
friction.
lubricate
joint
surfaces
prevent
degradation
cartilage,
thus
conceiting
high
potential
treat
RA.
work
reviews
progress
in
injectable
implantable
hydrogels,
synthesis
methods,
types
drugs,
advantages
challenges,
discusses
role
targeted
drug
delivery,
mechanistic
behaviour,
tribological
performance
Med,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
5(2), P. 148 - 168.e8
Published: Feb. 1, 2024
BackgroundAdipose
tissue-derived
stem
cell-derived
apoptotic
bodies
(ADSC-ABs)
have
shown
great
potential
for
immunomodulation
and
regeneration,
particularly
in
diabetic
wound
therapy.
However,
their
local
application
has
been
limited
by
unclear
regulatory
mechanisms,
rapid
clearance,
short
tissue
retention
times.MethodsWe
analyzed
the
key
role
molecules
pathways
of
ADSC-ABs
regulating
inflammatory
macrophages
mRNA
sequencing
microRNA
(miRNA)
then
verified
them
gene
knockdown.
To
prevent
we
employed
microfluidics
technology
to
prepare
methacrylate-anhydride
gelatin
(GelMA)
microspheres
(GMS)
controlled
release
ABs.
Finally,
evaluated
effectiveness
ADSC-AB-laden
GMSs
(ABs@GMSs)
a
rat
model.FindingsOur
results
demonstrated
that
effectively
balanced
macrophage
polarization
through
janus
kinase
(JAK)-signal
transducer
activator
transcription
(STAT)
pathway,
mediated
miR-20a-5p.
Furthermore,
showed
AB@GMSs
had
good
biocompatibility,
significantly
delayed
clearance
ABs,
ameliorated
inflammation
promoted
vascularization,
thus
facilitating
its
healing.ConclusionsOur
study
reveals
mechanism
balancing
highlightsthe
importance
delaying
GMSs.
These
findings
important
implications
development
novel
therapies
healing.FundingThis
research
was
supported
National
Key
Research
Development
Program
China
(2020YFA0908200),
Natural
Science
Foundation
(82272263,
82002053,
32000937,
82202467),
Shanghai
"Rising
Stars
Medical
Talents"
Youth
(22MC1940300),
Municipal
Health
Commission
(20204Y0354),
Technology
Funds
(22YF1421400).
Exploration,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
4(4)
Published: Feb. 9, 2024
Abstract
Prodrug‐based
self‐assembled
nanoparticles
(PSNs)
with
tailored
responses
to
tumor
microenvironments
show
a
significant
promise
for
chemodynamic
therapy
(CDT)
by
generating
highly
toxic
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS).
However,
the
insufficient
level
of
intracellular
ROS
and
limited
drug
accumulation
remain
major
challenges
further
clinical
transformation.
In
this
study,
PSNs
delivery
artesunate
(ARS)
are
demonstrated
designing
pH‐responsive
ARS‐4‐hydroxybenzoyl
hydrazide
(HBZ)‐5‐amino
levulinic
acid
(ALA)
(AHA
NPs)
self‐supplied
excellent
chemotherapy
CDT.
The
greatly
improved
loading
capacity
generation
from
endoperoxide
bridge
using
electron
withdrawing
group
attached
directly
C10
site
artesunate.
ALA
ARS‐HBZ
could
be
released
AHA
NPs
under
cleavage
hydrazone
bonds
triggered
acidic
surroundings.
Besides,
increased
heme
in
mitochondria,
promoting
lipid
peroxidation
anti‐tumor
effects.
Our
study
ARS
through
chemical
modification,
pointing
out
potential
applications
fields.