ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
16(5), P. 7535 - 7546
Published: April 12, 2022
The
implementation
of
cisplatin-based
neoadjuvant
chemotherapy
(NAC)
plays
a
key
role
in
conjunction
with
surgical
resection
preventing
bladder
cancer
progression
and
recurrence.
However,
the
significant
dose-dependent
toxic
side
effects
NAC
are
still
major
challenge.
To
solve
this
problem,
we
developed
photoenhanced
(PECC)
strategy
based
on
AIEgen
((E)-3-(2-(2-(5-(4-(diphenylamino)phenyl)thiophen-2-yl)vinyl)-1,1-dimethyl-1H-3λ4-benzo[e]indol-3-yl)propane-1-sulfonate),
which
is
abbreviated
as
BITT.
Multifunctional
BITT@BSA–DSP
nanoparticles
(NPs)
were
employed
an
albumin-based
nanocarrier
decorated
cisplatin(IV)
prodrug
loaded
to
produce
strong
near-infrared
fluorescence
imaging
(NIR
FLI),
they
exhibited
good
photoenhancement
performance
via
photodynamic
therapy
(PDT)
photothermal
(PTT).
In
vitro
results
demonstrated
that
NPs
could
be
efficiently
taken
up
by
cells
reduced
release
Pt
(II)
under
reductase,
ensuring
effect.
Furthermore,
both
vivo
evaluation
verified
integration
NIR
FL
imaging-guided
PECC
promoted
sensitivity
cisplatin
negligible
effects.
This
work
provides
promising
enhance
multiple
cancers
drugs
even
achieve
effective
treatments
for
drug-resistant
cancers.
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
17(20), P. 19581 - 19599
Published: Oct. 11, 2023
Transition
metal
elements,
such
as
copper,
play
diverse
and
pivotal
roles
in
oncology.
They
act
constituents
of
metalloenzymes
involved
cellular
metabolism,
function
signaling
molecules
to
regulate
the
proliferation
metastasis
tumors,
are
integral
components
metal-based
anticancer
drugs.
Notably,
recent
research
reveals
that
excessive
copper
can
also
modulate
occurrence
programmed
cell
death
(PCD),
known
cuprotosis,
cancer
cells.
This
modulation
occurs
through
disruption
tumor
metabolism
induction
proteotoxic
stress.
discovery
uncovers
a
mode
interaction
between
transition
metals
proteins,
emphasizing
intricate
link
homeostasis
metabolism.
Moreover,
they
provide
innovative
therapeutic
strategies
for
precise
diagnosis
treatment
malignant
tumors.
At
crossroads
chemistry
oncology,
we
undertake
comprehensive
review
elucidating
molecular
mechanisms
underpinning
cuproptosis.
Additionally,
summarize
current
nanotherapeutic
approaches
target
cuproptosis
an
overview
available
laboratory
clinical
methods
monitoring
this
process.
In
context
emerging
concepts,
challenges,
opportunities,
emphasize
significant
potential
nanotechnology
advancement
field.
Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
61(22)
Published: March 3, 2022
The
abundant
glutathione
(GSH)
in
"cold"
tumors
weakens
ferroptosis
therapy
and
the
immune
response.
Inspired
by
lipids,
we
fabricated
cinnamaldehyde
dimers
(CDC)
into
lipid-like
materials
to
form
dimersomes
capable
of
depleting
GSH
delivering
therapeutics
potentiate
immunotherapy
breast
cancer.
exhibited
superior
storage
stability
for
over
one
year.
After
reaching
tumor,
they
quickly
underwent
breakage
cytosol
owing
conjugation
hydrophilic
on
CDC
Michael
addition,
which
not
only
triggered
drug
release
fluorescence
switch
"ON",
but
also
led
depletion
intracellular
GSH.
Ferroptosis
was
significantly
enhanced
after
combination
with
sorafenib
(SRF)
elicited
a
robust
response
vivo
promoting
maturation
dendritic
cells
priming
CD8+
T
cells.
As
result,
CDC@SRF
cured
cancer
all
mice
four
doses
administration.
Small,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
18(13)
Published: Feb. 4, 2022
Abstract
The
N6‐methyladenosine
(m
6
A)
demethylase
FTO
plays
an
oncogenic
role
in
acute
myeloid
leukemia
(AML).
Despite
the
promising
recent
progress
for
developing
some
small‐molecule
inhibitors,
clinical
potential
remains
limited
due
to
mild
biological
function,
toxic
side
effects
and
low
sensitivity
and/or
specificity
leukemic
stem
cells
(LSCs).
Herein,
inhibitor‐loaded
GSH‐bioimprinted
nanocomposites
(GNPIPP12MA)
are
developed
that
achieves
targeting
of
FTO/m
A
pathway
synergized
GSH
depletion
enhancing
anti‐leukemogenesis.
GNPIPP12MA
can
selectively
target
blasts,
especially
LSCs,
induce
ferroptosis
by
disrupting
intracellular
redox
status.
In
addition,
increases
global
m
RNA
modification
decreases
transcript
levels
LSCs.
augments
efficacy
PD‐L1
blockade
increasing
infiltration
cytotoxic
T
enhanced
anti‐leukemia
immunity.
This
study
offers
insights
a
nanoplatform
methylation
as
synergistic
treatment
strategy
against
cancer
may
translate
applications.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
33(32)
Published: May 5, 2023
Sonodynamic
therapy
(SDT),
which
uses
ultrasound
to
trigger
a
sonosensitizer
generate
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS),
is
promising
form
of
cancer
with
outstanding
tissue
penetration
depth.
However,
the
may
inevitably
spread
surrounding
healthy
beyond
tumor,
resulting
in
undesired
side
effects
under
an
stimulus.
Herein,
as
glutathione
(GSH)
overexpressed
tumor
microenvironment,
GSH-activatable
prodrug
was
designed
by
attaching
quencher
tetraphydroxy
porphyrin
for
therapy.
The
exhibited
poor
fluorescence
and
low
ROS
generation
capacity
irradiation
but
it
can
be
activated
GSH
simultaneously
switch
on
emission
site.
Compared
non-quenched
sonosensitizer,
significantly
higher
tumor/healthy
organ
ratios,
due
specific
activation
tumor.
Finally,
efficient
growth
inhibition
irradiation,
further
demonstrating
its
promise
GSH-activated
highly
effective
treatment.
Exploration,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
3(3)
Published: May 9, 2023
Cancer
is
one
of
the
fatal
diseases
in
history
humankind.
In
this
regard,
cancer
immunotherapeutic
strategies
have
revolutionized
traditional
mode
treatment.
Silica
based
nano-platforms
been
extensively
applied
nanomedicine
including
immunotherapy.
Mesoporous
silica
nanoparticles
(MSN)
and
mesoporous
organosilica
(MON)
are
attractive
candidates
due
to
ease
controlling
structural
parameters
as
needed
for
targeted
applications.
Especially,
MON
provide
an
additional
advantage
composition
modulating
biological
functions
actively
synergize
with
other
strategies.
review,
applications
MSN,
MON,
metal-doped
MSN/MON
field
immunotherapy
tumor
microenvironment
regulation
comprehensively
summarized
by
highlighting
compositional
attributes
silica-based
nanoplatforms.
Advanced Healthcare Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13(1)
Published: Sept. 24, 2023
Copper
(Cu),
an
indispensable
trace
element
within
the
human
body,
serving
as
intrinsic
constituent
of
numerous
natural
enzymes,
carrying
out
vital
biological
functions.
Furthermore,
nanomaterials
exhibiting
enzyme-mimicking
properties,
commonly
known
nanozymes,
possess
distinct
advantages
over
their
enzyme
counterparts,
including
cost-effectiveness,
enhanced
stability,
and
adjustable
performance.
These
advantageous
attributes
have
captivated
attention
researchers,
inspiring
them
to
devise
various
Cu-based
nanomaterials,
such
copper
oxide,
Cu
metal-organic
framework,
CuS,
explore
potential
in
enzymatic
catalysis.
This
comprehensive
review
encapsulates
most
recent
advancements
illuminating
applications
realm
biochemistry.
Initially,
it
is
delved
into
emulation
typical
types
achieved
by
nanomaterials.
Subsequently,
latest
breakthroughs
concerning
nanozymes
biochemical
sensing,
bacterial
inhibition,
cancer
therapy,
neurodegenerative
diseases
treatment
discussed.
Within
this
segment,
also
explored
modulation
nanozyme
activity.
Finally,
a
visionary
outlook
for
future
development
presented.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
22(1)
Published: March 7, 2024
Abstract
Immune
checkpoint
blockers
(ICBs)
have
been
applied
for
cancer
therapy
and
achieved
great
success
in
the
field
of
immunotherapy.
Nevertheless,
broad
application
ICBs
is
limited
by
low
response
rate.
To
address
this
issue,
increasing
studies
found
that
induction
immunogenic
cell
death
(ICD)
tumor
cells
becoming
an
emerging
therapeutic
strategy
treatment,
not
only
straightly
killing
but
also
enhancing
dying
immunogenicity
activating
antitumor
immunity.
ICD
a
generic
term
representing
different
modes
containing
ferroptosis,
pyroptosis,
autophagy
apoptosis.
Traditional
chemotherapeutic
agents
usually
inhibit
growth
based
on
apoptotic
ICD,
most
are
resistant
to
Thus,
non-apoptotic
considered
be
more
efficient
approach
therapy.
In
addition,
due
ineffective
localization
inducers,
various
types
nanomaterials
being
developed
achieve
targeted
delivery
improved
immunotherapeutic
efficiency.
review,
we
briefly
outline
molecular
mechanisms
pyroptosis
autophagy,
as
well
their
reciprocal
interactions
with
immunity,
then
summarize
current
progress
ICD-induced
nanoparticles
strategies
illustrate
applications
Graphical
ACS Omega,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
9(19), P. 20670 - 20701
Published: April 16, 2024
The
cellular
defense
system
against
exogenous
substances
makes
therapeutics
inefficient
as
intracellular
glutathione
(GSH)
exhibits
an
astounding
antioxidant
activity
in
scavenging
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)
or
nitrogen
(RNS)
other
free
radicals
produced
by
the
therapeutics.
In
cancer
cell
microenvironment,
GSH
level
becomes
exceptionally
high
to
fight
oxidative
stress
created
production
of
ROS/RNS
any
radicals,
which
are
byproducts
redox
reactions
respiration
processes.
Thus,
order
maintain
homeostasis
for
survival
cells
and
their
rapid
proliferation,
starts
escalate.
this
circumstance,
administration
anticancer
is
vain,
elevated
reduces
potential
reduction
they
produce.
Therefore,
augment
therapeutic
agents
condition,
must
be
depleted
hook
crook.
Hence,
Review
aims
compile
precisely
role
cells,
importance
its
depletion
therapy
examples
a
few
selected
metal
complexes
able
trigger
death
depleting
level.
Chemical Reviews,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 14, 2025
Ferroptosis,
an
iron-dependent
form
of
regulatory
cell
death,
has
garnered
significant
interest
as
a
therapeutic
target
in
cancer
treatment
due
to
its
distinct
characteristics,
including
lipid
peroxide
generation
and
redox
imbalance.
However,
clinical
application
oncology
is
currently
limited
by
issues
such
suboptimal
efficacy
potential
off-target
effects.
The
advent
nanotechnology
provided
new
way
for
overcoming
these
challenges
through
the
development
activatable
magnetic
nanoparticles
(MNPs).
These
innovative
MNPs
are
designed
improve
specificity
ferroptosis
induction.
This
Review
delves
into
chemical
biological
principles
guiding
design
ferroptosis-based
therapies
imaging-guided
therapies.
It
discusses
mechanisms
attributes
ferroptosis,
composition
MNPs,
their
mechanism
action
inducers,
integration
with
advanced
imaging
techniques
monitoring.
Additionally,
we
examine
convergence
other
strategies,
chemodynamic
therapy,
photothermal
photodynamic
sonodynamic
immunotherapy,
within
context
nanomedicine
strategies
utilizing
MNPs.
highlights
multifunctional
surpass
limitations
conventional
treatments,
envisioning
future
drug-resistance-free,
precision
diagnostics
treating
recalcitrant
cancers.