Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
177, P. 116930 - 116930
Published: June 14, 2024
The
tumor
microenvironment
(TME)
is
a
combination
of
cells
and
indigenous
host
stroma,
which
consists
tumor-infiltrating
immune
cells,
endothelial
fibroblasts,
pericytes,
non-cellular
elements.
Tumor-associated
macrophages
(TAMs)
represent
the
major
cell
type
are
generally
polarized
into
two
functionally
contradictory
subtypes,
namely
classical
activated
M1
alternatively
M2
macrophages.
Macrophage
polarization
refers
to
how
at
given
time
space.
interplay
between
TME
macrophage
can
influence
initiation
progression,
making
TAM
potential
target
for
cancer
therapy.
Here,
we
review
latest
investigations
on
factors
orchestrating
in
TME,
affects
perspectives
modulating
immunotherapy.
Journal of Hematology & Oncology,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
15(1)
Published: May 18, 2022
Abstract
Immunotherapies
like
the
adoptive
transfer
of
gene-engineered
T
cells
and
immune
checkpoint
inhibitors
are
novel
therapeutic
modalities
for
advanced
cancers.
However,
some
patients
refractory
or
resistant
to
these
therapies,
mechanisms
underlying
tumor
resistance
have
not
been
fully
elucidated.
Immunosuppressive
such
as
myeloid-derived
suppressive
cells,
tumor-associated
macrophages,
neutrophils,
regulatory
(Tregs),
dendritic
critical
factors
correlated
with
resistance.
In
addition,
cytokines
secreted
by
immunosuppressive
also
mediate
progression
escape
Thus,
targeting
related
signals
is
promising
therapy
improve
efficacy
immunotherapies
reverse
even
certain
success
in
preclinical
studies
specific
types
cancer,
large
perspectives
unknown
therapies
undesirable
outcomes
clinical
patients.
this
review,
we
comprehensively
summarized
phenotype,
function,
potential
targets
microenvironment.
Nature Communications,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
12(1)
Published: Sept. 30, 2021
Cell
membrane
coated
nanoparticles
(NPs)
have
recently
been
recognized
as
attractive
nanomedical
tools
because
of
their
unique
properties
such
immune
escape,
long
blood
circulation
time,
specific
molecular
recognition
and
cell
targeting.
However,
the
integrity
coating
on
NPs,
a
key
metrics
related
to
quality
these
biomimetic-systems
resulting
biomedical
function,
has
remained
largely
unexplored.
Here,
we
report
fluorescence
quenching
assay
probe
coating.
In
contradiction
common
assumption
perfect
coating,
uncover
that
up
90%
biomimetic
NPs
are
only
partially
coated.
Using
in
vitro
homologous
targeting
studies,
demonstrate
could
still
be
internalized
by
target
cells.
By
combining
simulations
with
experimental
analysis,
further
identify
an
endocytic
entry
mechanism
for
NPs.
We
unravel
high
degree
(≥50%)
enter
cells
individually,
whereas
low
(<50%)
need
aggregate
together
before
internalization.
This
quantitative
method
fundamental
understanding
how
will
enhance
rational
designing
nanosystems
pave
way
more
effective
cancer
nanomedicine.
Journal of Experimental & Clinical Cancer Research,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
41(1)
Published: Feb. 19, 2022
Abstract
Cancer
immunotherapy
has
emerged
as
a
novel
cancer
treatment,
although
recent
trials
have
produced
suboptimal
outcomes,
with
durable
responses
seen
only
in
small
number
of
patients.
The
tumor
microenvironment
(TME)
been
shown
to
be
responsible
for
immune
escape
and
therapy
failure.
vital
component
the
TME
is
tumor-associated
macrophages
(TAMs),
which
are
usually
associated
poor
prognosis
drug
resistance,
including
immunotherapies,
promising
targets
immunotherapy.
Recently,
nanoparticles,
because
their
unique
physicochemical
characteristics,
crucial
translational
moieties
tackling
tumor-promoting
TAMs
that
amplify
sensitize
tumors
immunotherapies
safe
effective
manner.
In
this
review,
we
mainly
described
current
potential
nanomaterial-based
therapeutic
strategies
target
TAMs,
restricting
survival,
inhibiting
recruitment
functionally
repolarizing
tumor-supportive
antitumor
type.
understanding
origin
polarization
role
progression
prognostic
significance
was
also
discussed
review.
We
highlighted
evolution
chimeric
antigen
receptor
(CAR)-macrophage
cell
therapy.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
33(14)
Published: Feb. 26, 2021
Abstract
Cell‐membrane‐coated
nanoparticles
(CCNPs)
that
integrate
the
biophysiological
advantages
of
cell
membranes
with
multifunctionalities
synthetic
materials
hold
great
promise
in
cancer
immunotherapy.
However,
strategies
have
yet
to
be
revealed
further
improve
their
immunotherapeutic
efficacy.
Herein,
a
polymer
multicellular
nanoengager
(SPNE)
for
synergistic
second‐near‐infrared‐window
(NIR‐II)
photothermal
immunotherapy
is
reported.
The
consists
an
NIR‐II
absorbing
as
core,
which
camouflaged
fused
derived
from
immunologically
engineered
tumor
cells
and
dendritic
(DCs)
vaccine
shell.
In
association
high
accumulation
lymph
nodes
tumors,
engagement
ability
SPNE
enables
effective
cross‐interactions
among
cells,
DCs,
T
leading
augmented
activation
relative
bare
or
tumor‐cell‐coated
nanoparticles.
Upon
deep‐tissue
penetrating
photoirradiation,
eradicates
induces
immunogenic
death,
eliciting
anti‐tumor
immunity.
Such
effect
eventually
inhibits
growth,
prevents
metastasis
procures
immunological
memory.
Thus,
this
study
presents
general
cell‐membrane‐coating
approach
develop
photo‐immunotherapeutic
agents
therapy.
Journal of Hematology & Oncology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(1)
Published: April 2, 2024
Abstract
Cancer
immunotherapy
and
vaccine
development
have
significantly
improved
the
fight
against
cancers.
Despite
these
advancements,
challenges
remain,
particularly
in
clinical
delivery
of
immunomodulatory
compounds.
The
tumor
microenvironment
(TME),
comprising
macrophages,
fibroblasts,
immune
cells,
plays
a
crucial
role
response
modulation.
Nanoparticles,
engineered
to
reshape
TME,
shown
promising
results
enhancing
by
facilitating
targeted
These
nanoparticles
can
suppress
fibroblast
activation,
promote
M1
macrophage
polarization,
aid
dendritic
cell
maturation,
encourage
T
infiltration.
Biomimetic
further
enhance
increasing
internalization
agents
cells
such
as
cells.
Moreover,
exosomes,
whether
naturally
secreted
body
or
bioengineered,
been
explored
regulate
TME
immune-related
affect
cancer
immunotherapy.
Stimuli-responsive
nanocarriers,
activated
pH,
redox,
light
conditions,
exhibit
potential
accelerate
co-application
with
checkpoint
inhibitors
is
an
emerging
strategy
boost
anti-tumor
immunity.
With
their
ability
induce
long-term
immunity,
nanoarchitectures
are
structures
development.
This
review
underscores
critical
overcoming
current
driving
advancement
modification.
Exploration,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
2(3)
Published: Feb. 25, 2022
Reprogramming
the
immunosuppressive
tumor
microenvironment
by
modulating
macrophages
holds
great
promise
in
immunotherapy.
As
a
class
of
professional
phagocytes
and
antigen-presenting
cells
innate
immune
system,
can
not
only
directly
engulf
clear
cells,
but
also
play
roles
presenting
tumor-specific
antigen
to
initiate
adaptive
immunity.
However,
tumor-associated
(TAMs)
usually
display
tumor-supportive
M2
phenotype
rather
than
anti-tumor
M1
phenotype.
They
support
escape
immunological
surveillance,
aggravate
progression,
impede
T
cell
Although
many
TAMs-modulating
agents
have
shown
success
therapy
multiple
tumors,
they
face
enormous
challenges
including
poor
accumulation
off-target
side
effects.
An
alternative
solution
is
use
advanced
nanostructures,
which
deliver
augment
therapeutic
efficacy,
serve
as
modulators
TAMs.
Another
important
strategy
exploitation
macrophage-derived
components
tumor-targeting
delivery
vehicles.
Herein,
we
summarize
recent
advances
targeting
engineering
for
immunotherapy,
(1)
direct
indirect
effects
on
augmentation
immunotherapy
(2)
strategies
macrophage-based
drug
carriers.
The
existing
perspectives
immunotherapies
are
highlighted.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
20(1)
Published: Dec. 27, 2022
Abstract
Synthetic
nanoparticles
with
surface
bioconjugation
are
promising
platforms
for
targeted
therapy,
but
their
simple
biological
functionalization
is
still
a
challenging
task
against
the
complex
intercellular
environment.
Once
synthetic
enter
body,
they
phagocytosed
by
immune
cells
system.
Recently,
cell
membrane
camouflage
strategy
has
emerged
as
novel
therapeutic
tactic
to
overcome
these
issues
utilizing
fundamental
properties
of
natural
cells.
Macrophage,
type
system
cells,
plays
critical
roles
in
various
diseases,
including
cancer,
atherosclerosis,
rheumatoid
arthritis,
infection
and
inflammation,
due
recognition
engulfment
function
removing
substances
pathogens.
Macrophage
membranes
inherit
protein
profiles
biointerfacing
source
Therefore,
macrophage
cloaking
can
protect
from
phagocytosis
Meanwhile,
make
use
correspondence
accurately
recognize
antigens
target
inflamed
tissue
or
tumor
sites.
In
this
review,
we
have
summarized
advances
fabrication,
characterization
homing
capacity
cancers,
cardiovascular
central
nervous
microbial
infections.
Although
membrane-camouflaged
currently
fetal
stage
development,
there
huge
potential
challenge
explore
conversion
mode
clinic.
Materials Today Bio,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
13, P. 100197 - 100197
Published: Jan. 1, 2022
Photothermal
(PT)-enhanced
Fenton-based
chemodynamic
therapy
(CDT)
has
attracted
a
significant
amount
of
research
attention
over
the
last
five
years
as
highly
effective,
safe,
and
tumor-specific
nanomedicine-based
therapy.
CDT
is
new
emerging
nanocatalyst-based
therapeutic
strategy
for
in
situ
treatment
tumors
via
Fenton
reaction
or
Fenton-like
reaction,
which
got
fast
progress
recent
because
its
high
specificity
activation
by
endogenous
substances.
A
variety
multifunctional
nanomaterials
such
metal-,
metal
oxide-,
metal-sulfide-based
nanocatalysts
have
been
designed
constructed
to
trigger
within
tumor
microenvironment
(TME)
generate
cytotoxic
hydroxyl
radicals
(•OH),
efficient
killing
cells.
However,
still
required
enhance
curative
outcomes
minimize
side
effects.
Specifically,
efficiency
certain
CDTs
hindered
TME,
including
low
levels
hydrogen
peroxide
(H2O2),
overexpression
reduced
glutathione
(GSH),
catalytic
efficacy
reactions
(pH
5.6-6.8),
makes
it
difficult
completely
cure
cancer
using
monotherapy.
For
this
reason,
photothermal
(PTT)
utilized
combination
with
efficacy.
More
interestingly,
heating
during
PTT
not
only
causes
damage
cells
but
can
also
accelerate
generation
•OH
reactions,
thus
enhancing
efficacy,
providing
more
effective
when
compared
Currently,
synergistic
PT-enhanced
both
PT
properties
made
enormous
theranostics.
there
no
comprehensive
review
on
subject
published
date.
In
review,
we
first
summarize
treatment.
We
then
discuss
potential
challenges
future
development
nanocatalytic
clinical
application.