Damaged
skin
compromises
its
ability
to
effectively
prevent
the
invasion
of
harmful
bacteria
into
tissue,
leading
bacterial
infection
wound
and
hindering
healing
process.
To
address
this
challenge,
we
have
developed
a
multifunctional
asymmetric
dressing
(CuPt-Cur-ABC)
that
addresses
lack
bactericidal
activity
release
active
ingredients
in
conventional
cellulose
(BC),
which
can
be
employed
create
barrier
defense
between
surrounding
environment.
Compared
with
BC,
(ABC)
used
starch
as
pore-causing
agent,
forming
holes
different
sizes
at
top
bottom,
enhanced
ABC
load
moderate-release
drugs.
First,
as-synthesized
CuPt
nanozymes
an
octopod
nanoframe
structure
had
multiple
enzymatic
activities
including
peroxidase-like,
catalase-like,
glutathione
peroxidase-like
activities.
Then,
curcumin
(Cur)
were
loaded
under
ultrasound.
Under
808
nm
laser
irradiation,
nanocomposites
possessed
good
photothermal
properties.
So
therapy
combined
chemodynamic
inherent
antibacterial
performance
Cur
achieved
99.3%
99.6%
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
34(45)
Published: June 28, 2024
Abstract
Sonodynamic
therapy
(SDT)
is
promising
for
combating
deep‐seated
infectious
diseases
by
generating
substantial
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)
through
the
profound
tissue
penetration
capabilities
of
ultrasound.
However,
compact
protective
structures
bacterial
biofilms
present
a
formidable
challenge,
impeding
ROS
efficacy.
Given
that
have
limited
diffusion
range
and
current
sonosensitizers
struggle
to
infiltrate
biofilms,
complete
eradication
pathogenic
bacteria
often
remains
unachieved.
In
this
study,
mesoporous
titanium
dioxide
(TiO
2
)
nanoparticles
are
engineered
asymmetrically
coated
with
thin
layer
Ag
loaded
L‐arginine
(LA)
construct
ultrasound‐propelled
nanomotors.
These
Ag‐TiO
‐LA
Janus
demonstrate
robust
self‐propulsion
upon
ultrasonic
activation,
allowing
deeper
into
biofilm
matrices
enhancing
localized
disruption
improved
SDT
outcomes.
Additionally,
incorporation
not
only
broadens
TiO
’s
absorption
spectrum
but
also
confers
photothermal
NIR
laser
excitation
at
808
nm.
The
nanomotor
amalgamates
sonodynamic
potential
Ag's
properties,
forging
versatile
antimicrobial
agent
capable
efficient
synergistic
antibacterial
effect
when
subjected
dual
ultrasound
stimuli.
This
innovative,
singularly‐structured
nanoparticle
stands
out
as
an
effective
combatant
against
accelerates
healing
process
infected
wounds,
showcasing
multifaceted
clinical
applications.
Advanced Healthcare Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(27)
Published: July 27, 2024
Abstract
The
threat
posed
by
antibiotic‐resistant
bacteria
and
the
challenge
of
biofilm
formation
has
highlighted
inadequacies
conventional
antibacterial
therapies,
leading
to
increased
interest
in
photodynamic
therapy
(aPDT)
recent
years.
This
approach
offers
advantages
such
as
minimal
invasiveness,
low
systemic
toxicity,
notable
effectiveness
against
drug‐resistant
bacterial
strains.
Porphyrins
their
derivatives,
known
for
high
molar
extinction
coefficients
singlet
oxygen
quantum
yields,
have
emerged
crucial
photosensitizers
aPDT.
However,
practical
application
is
hindered
challenges
poor
water
solubility
aggregation‐induced
quenching.
To
address
these
limitations,
extensive
research
focused
on
development
porphyrin‐based
nanomaterials
aPDT,
enhancing
efficacy
sterilization
broadening
range
antimicrobial
activity.
review
provides
an
overview
various
utilized
aPDT
eradication
years,
including
porphyrin‐loaded
inorganic
nanoparticles,
polymer
assemblies,
supramolecular
metal–organic
frameworks
(MOFs),
covalent
organic
(COFs).
Additionally,
insights
into
prospects
offered,
highlighting
its
potential
implementation.
Inorganic Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
63(28), P. 13059 - 13067
Published: June 28, 2024
Type
I
photosensitizers
offer
an
advantage
in
photodynamic
therapy
(PDT)
due
to
their
diminished
reliance
on
oxygen
levels,
thus
circumventing
the
challenge
of
hypoxia
commonly
encountered
PDT.
In
this
study,
we
present
synthesis
and
comprehensive
characterization
a
novel
type
photosensitizer
derived
from
cyclometalated
Ir(III)-rhodamine
complex.
Remarkably,
complex
exhibits
shift
absorption
fluorescence,
transitioning
"off"
"on"
states
aprotic
protic
solvents,
respectively,
contrary
initial
expectations.
Upon
exposure
light,
demonstrates
effective
generation
O2–
·OH
radicals
via
mechanism.
Additionally,
it
notable
antibacterial
activity
against
both
Gram-positive
Gram-negative
bacteria,
demonstrated
through
vitro
vivo
experiments.
This
research
offers
valuable
insights
for
development
photosensitizers.
Critical Reviews in Microbiology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 1 - 26
Published: March 17, 2025
The
rise
of
antibiotic-resistant
bacteria
poses
a
grave
threat
to
global
health,
with
the
ESKAPE
pathogens,
which
comprise
Enterococcus
faecium,
Staphylococcus
aureus,
Klebsiella
pneumoniae,
Acinetobacter
baumannii,
Pseudomonas
aeruginosa
and
Enterobacter
spp.
being
among
most
notorious.
World
Health
Organization
has
reserved
group
last-resort
antibiotics
for
treating
multidrug-resistant
bacterial
infections,
including
those
caused
by
pathogens.
This
situation
calls
comprehensive
understanding
resistance
mechanisms
as
it
threatens
public
health
hinder
progress
toward
Sustainable
Development
Goal
(SDG)
3:
Good
Well-being.
present
article
reviews
mechanisms,
focusing
on
emerging
mutations
in
particularly
against
antibiotics,
describes
role
biofilm
formation
It
discusses
latest
therapeutic
advances,
use
antimicrobial
peptides
CRISPR-Cas
systems,
modulation
quorum
sensing
iron
homeostasis,
offer
promising
strategies
countering
resistance.
integration
CRISPR-based
tools
biofilm-targeted
approaches
provides
potential
framework
managing
infections.
By
highlighting
spread
current
approaches,
review
aims
contribute
significantly
advancing
our
combatting
this
pressing
challenge.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 7, 2025
Abstract
Immunotherapeutic
efficacy
is
often
limited
by
poor
immunogenicity,
immunosuppressive
tumor
microenvironment
(TME),
and
cytoprotective
mechanisms,
leading
to
low
immune
activation.
To
this
end,
here,
L‐amino
acid
oxidase
(LAAO)
loaded
gallium‐magnesium
layered
double
hydroxide
(MG‐LAAO)
prepared
for
significantly
enhanced
immunotherapy
through
multi‐network
synergistic
regulation.
First,
MG‐LAAO
induces
cell
pyroptosis
initiating
caspase‐1/GSDMD
caspase‐3/GSDME
pathways,
further
triggering
immunogenic
death
(ICD).
Then
the
released
Ga
3+
mitochondrial
iron
overload,
resulting
in
ferroptosis.
In
addition,
also
hinders
autophagy
of
cells,
reshapes
(TME)
neutralizing
H
+
inhibiting
lactic
accumulation,
thus
destroying
mechanism
avoiding
escape.
Furthermore,
synergy
activates
cGAS‐STING
signaling
pathway,
generating
powerful
antitumor
immunotherapy.
This
work
highlights
critical
role
synergies
between
block,
pyroptosis,
ferroptosis,
ICD
immunotherapy,
demonstrating
important
effectively
overcoming
TME
enhancing
immunogenicity.
particular,
gallium‐induced
revealed
first
time,
providing
theoretical
support
design
new
materials
future.
Chemistry - An Asian Journal,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 8, 2025
Abstract
Bacterial
infections
remain
a
significant
and
escalating
threat
to
global
health,
exacerbated
by
multidrug‐resistant
strains
that
undermine
the
efficacy
of
conventional
antibiotics.
This
pressing
issue
underscores
urgent
need
for
development
new
antimicrobial
materials.
Among
these,
molecular‐based
crystalline
porous
materials,
such
as
metal–organic
frameworks
(MOFs),
covalent
organic
(COFs),
hydrogen‐bonded
(HOFs),
supramolecular
assembly
(SAFs),
have
emerged
promising
class
antibacterial
agents.
These
materials
exhibit
well‐defined
crystallinity
tunable
structures,
offering
exceptional
versatility
applications.
Notably,
their
high
surface
area,
adjustable
pore
size,
potential
functionalization
enable
efficient
loading
controlled
release
agents,
including
metal
ions
molecules.
review
provides
comprehensive
analysis
recent
advancements
in
this
field,
highlighting
design
strategies,
structural
diversity,
mechanisms,
Finally,
we
discuss
current
challenges
outline
future
opportunities
practical
deployment