Polyphosphoesters
(PPEs)
represent
an
innovative
class
of
biodegradable
polymers,
with
the
phosphate
ester
serving
as
core
repeating
unit
their
polymeric
backbone.
Recently,
biomaterials
derived
from
functionalized
PPEs
have
garnered
significant
interest
in
biomedical
applications
because
commendable
biocompatibility,
biodegradability,
and
capacity
for
functional
modification.
This
review
commences
a
brief
overview
synthesis
methodologies
distinctive
properties
PPEs,
including
thermoresponsiveness,
degradability,
stealth
effect,
biocompatibility.
Subsequently,
delves
into
latest
PPEs-based
nanocarriers
drug
or
gene
delivery
prodrugs
scaffolds
field,
presenting
several
illustrative
examples
each
application.
By
encapsulating
advancements
recent
years,
this
aims
to
offer
enhanced
understanding
serve
reference
PPEs.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
36(35)
Published: June 27, 2024
Cuproptosis
is
a
novel
copper-dependent
programmed
cell
death.
The
efficacy
of
cuproptosis
highly
dependent
on
intracellular
copper
accumulation
and
counteracted
by
high
level
glutathione
(GSH)
in
tumor
cells.
Here,
this
work
develops
self-amplified
nanoparticles
(Cel-Cu
NP)
using
celastrol
(Cel),
natural
product
isolated
from
medical
plant.
In
Cel-Cu
NP,
Cel
serves
as
versatile
ionophore,
exhibiting
an
ideal
coordination
capacity
toward
ions
without
compromising
the
induction.
Notably,
can
simultaneously
scavenge
GSH
content
to
amplify
cuproptosis.
Moreover,
further
activates
immunogenic
death
(ICD)
elicit
robust
immune
response.
Combining
with
checkpoint
blockade,
NP
effectively
eradicates
metastatic
tumors
mouse
lung
metastasis
model.
This
study
provides
efficient
nanomedicine
inducing
for
immunotherapy.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
36(45)
Published: Sept. 13, 2024
Abstract
Osteochondral
injury
is
a
prevalent
condition
for
which
no
specific
treatment
currently
available.
This
study
presents
piezoelectric‐conductive
scaffold
composed
of
piezoelectric
cartilage‐decellularized
extracellular
matrix
(dECM)
and
modified
gelatin
(Gel‐PC).
The
piezoelectricity
the
achieved
through
modification
diphenylalanine
(FF)
assembly
on
pore
surface,
while
conductive
properties
are
by
incorporating
poly(3,4‐ethylenedioxythiophene).
In
vitro
experiments
demonstrate
that
bone
marrow
mesenchymal
stem
cells
(BMSCs)
undergo
biphasic
division
during
differentiation.
vivo
studies
using
Parma
pig
model
osteochondral
defects
exhibits
superior
reparative
efficacy.
Notably,
generation
electrical
stimulation
linked
to
joint
movement.
During
activity,
mechanical
forces
compress
scaffold,
leading
deformation
subsequent
an
electric
potential
difference.
positive
charges
accumulated
upper
layer
attract
BMSCs,
promoting
their
migration
chondrogenic
Meanwhile,
negative
in
lower
induce
osteogenic
differentiation
BMSCs.
Overall,
this
piezoelectric‐conducive
provides
promising
platform
effective
repair
defects.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Oct. 17, 2024
Abstract
Nanotheranostics,
which
integrate
diagnostic
and
therapeutic
functionalities,
offer
significant
potential
for
tumor
treatment.
However,
current
nanotheranostic
systems
typically
involve
multiple
molecules,
each
providing
a
singular
or
function,
leading
to
challenges
such
as
complex
structural
composition,
poor
targeting
efficiency,
lack
of
spatiotemporal
control,
dependence
on
single
modality.
This
study
introduces
NP
RBOXA
,
nanoparticle
functionalized
with
surface‐bound
cRGD
targeted
delivery
α
v
β
3
/α
5
receptors
cells,
achieving
theranostic
integration
by
sequentially
switching
its
irradiation
modes.
Under
808
nm
laser
irradiation,
emits
NIR‐II
fluorescence,
aids
in
identifying
the
nanoparticle's
location
fluorescence
intensity,
thereby
determining
optimal
treatment
window.
Following
this,
mode
switches
ultrasound
at
Ultrasound
induces
generate
reactive
oxygen
species,
promoting
reduction
OXA‐IV
OXA‐II,
turn
triggers
immunogenic
cell
death.
mechanism
enables
combination
sonodynamic
therapy,
chemotherapy,
immunotherapy
The
versatile
design
holds
promise
advancing
precision
oncology
through
enhanced
efficacy
real‐time
imaging
guidance.
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 23, 2025
Recent
research
has
demonstrated
that
activating
the
cGAS-STING
pathway
can
enhance
interferon
production
and
activation
of
T
cells.
A
manganese
complex,
called
TPA-Mn,
was
developed
in
this
context.
The
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)-sensitive
nanoparticles
(NPMn)
loaded
with
TPA-Mn
are
developed.
NPMn
activates
via
cGAS
(i.e.,
1.6-fold
enhancement
P-STING),
which
turn
increases
secretion
pro-inflammatory
cytokines
(e.g.,
TNF-α,
IL-6,
IL-2).
This
promotes
dendritic
cell
maturation,
enhances
infiltration
cytotoxic
lymphocytes,
reduces
percentage
immunosuppressive
regulatory
In
addition,
it
is
crucial
to
emphasize
cisplatin-induced
DNA
damage
potentially
trigger
pathway.
NPMn,
combination
low-dose
NPPt,
a
carrier
Cis(IV)
prodrug
capable
causing
damage,
augments
significantly
tumor
immune
microenvironment
(TIME).
Furthermore,
combined
anti-PD-1
antibody,
NPPt+NPMn
shows
synergistic
efficacy
both
ovarian
cancer
peritoneal
metastases
recurrence
models.
It
not
only
effectively
eliminates
tumors
but
also
induces
strong
memory
response,
providing
promising
strategy
for
clinical
management
cancer.
work
offers
design
manganese-based
immunotherapy.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 9, 2025
Abstract
Anti‐tumor
theranostic
radionuclide
nanosystems
have
gained
significant
attention
as
an
emerging
therapeutic
strategy.
This
review
systematically
elucidates
the
concept
and
recent
advances
of
anti‐tumor
nanotheranostic
systems
with
radionuclides,
a
focus
on
design
nanocarriers,
precise
selection
their
advantages
limitations
in
clinical
translation.
also
explores
integration
imaging
various
treatment
modalities,
including
photodynamic
therapy,
photothermal
sonodynamic
immunotherapy.
Furthermore,
combination
therapy
fluorescence
magnetic
resonance
technologies,
which
broadens
application
nanotheranostics,
is
discussed.
Finally,
outlooks
future
development
nanotheranostics
radionuclides
proposes
key
research
focus.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 18, 2025
Abstract
Contemporary
clinical
interventions
for
cartilage
injuries
focus
on
symptom
management
through
pharmaceuticals
and
surgical
procedures.
Recent
research
has
aimed
at
developing
innovative
scaffolds
with
biochemical
elements,
yet
challenges
like
inadequate
targeted
delivery
reduced
load‐bearing
capacity
hinder
their
adoption.
Inspired
by
the
spatial
gradients
of
biophysical
cues
in
native
osteochondral
tissues,
a
silk‐based
hydrogel
that
facilitates
spontaneous
dual‐gradient
formation,
including
mechanical
growth
factor
gradients,
tissue
regeneration,
is
presented.
Driven
an
electrical
field,
transitions
from
stiff
to
soft
along
anode‐to‐cathode
direction,
mimicking
anisotropic
structure
natural
tissues.
Simultaneously,
incorporated
factors
encapsulated
charged
monomers
migrate
cathode
region,
creating
another
parallel
gradient
enables
sustained
release.
This
design
maintains
bioactivity
enhances
programmable
concentration
defect
environment.
In
rabbit
model
full‐thickness
defects,
demonstrates
significant
potential
promoting
offering
promising
tool
translation.
Materials Horizons,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
11(18), P. 4275 - 4310
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
This
comprehensive
review
systematically
summarizes
the
intrinsic
mechanism
of
different
metal
ion
(such
as
Fe
3+
/Fe
2+
,
Cu
/Cu
+
Ca
Zn
Mn
Na
/K
and
Mg
)-mediated
interference
therapies
their
research
progress
in
cancer
treatment.