Theranostics,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(8), P. 3551 - 3570
Published: Feb. 25, 2025
Diabetes
mellitus
(DM)
is
a
chronic
metabolic
disorder
that
significantly
affects
various
organ
systems.
The
systemic
effects
of
DM
lead
to
numerous
complications,
with
ocular
manifestations
being
particular
concern
due
their
severity
and
impact
on
quality
life.
Hyperglycemia-induced
damage
often
results
in
range
lesions,
including
diabetic
retinopathy
(DR),
keratopathy,
cataracts,
glaucoma.
These
conditions
impose
considerable
physical
discomfort
patients
place
substantial
economic
burden
healthcare
advent
nanotechnology
has
facilitated
the
development
innovative
therapeutic
strategies
for
managing
complications.
This
review
highlights
several
common
complications
associated
DM,
focusing
pathogenesis
treatment
strategies.
Emphasis
placed
applications
potential
treating
Pharmacological Research,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
201, P. 107100 - 107100
Published: Feb. 8, 2024
The
development
of
natural
products
for
potential
new
drugs
faces
obstacles
such
as
unknown
mechanisms,
poor
solubility,
and
limited
bioavailability,
which
limit
the
broadened
applicability
products.
Therefore,
there
is
a
need
advanced
pharmaceutical
formulations
active
compounds
or
In
recent
years,
novel
nano-drug
delivery
systems
(NDDS)
products,
including
nanosuspensions,
nanoliposomes,
micelle,
microemulsions/self-microemulsions,
nanocapsules,
solid
lipid
nanoparticles,
have
been
developed
to
improve
tissue
distribution
well
prolonged
retention
enhanced
permeation.
Here,
we
updated
NDDS
used
with
enhancement
in
therapeutic
efficiency
observed
nano-delivery
systems.
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
Frontiers in Pharmacology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: Feb. 14, 2024
In
the
past
11
years,
there
has
been
a
surge
in
studies
exploring
regulatory
effect
of
Traditional
Chinese
Medicine
(TCM)
on
ferroptosis.
However,
significant
gap
persists
comprehensive
scientometric
analysis
and
scientific
mapping
research,
especially
tracking
evolution,
primary
contributors,
emerging
research
focal
points.
This
study
aims
to
comprehensively
update
advancements
targeting
ferroptosis
with
various
TCMs
during
previous
years.
The
data,
covering
period
from
1
January
2012,
30
November
2023,
were
retrieved
Web
Science
database.
For
in-depth
visualized
analyses,
series
advanced
analytical
instruments
employed.
findings
highlight
China’s
predominant
role,
accounting
for
71.99%
total
publications
significantly
shaping
this
domain.
Noteworthy
productivity
was
observed
at
institutions,
including
Guangzhou
University
Medicine,
Chengdu
Zhejiang
University.
Thomas
Efferth
emerged
as
foremost
author
within
field,
while
Frontiers
Pharmacology
boasted
highest
publication
count.
pinpointed
hepatocellular
carcinoma,
chemical
drug-induced
liver
injury,
mitochondrial
diseases,
acute
kidney
failure
most
critical
disorders
addressed
realm.
offers
bibliometric
evaluation,
enhancing
our
understanding
present
status
TCM
therapy
managing
ferroptosis-related
diseases.
Consequently,
it
aids
both
seasoned
researchers
newcomers
by
accelerating
access
vital
information
fostering
innovative
concept
extraction
specialized
field.
Journal of Nanobiotechnology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
22(1)
Published: April 1, 2024
Abstract
Background
Herbal
nanoparticles
are
made
from
natural
herbs/medicinal
plants,
their
extracts,
or
a
combination
with
other
nanoparticle
carriers.
Compared
to
traditional
herbs,
herbal
lead
improved
bioavailability,
enhanced
stability,
and
reduced
toxicity.
Previous
research
indicates
that
medicine
nanomaterials
rapidly
advancing
making
significant
progress;
however,
bibliometric
analysis
knowledge
mapping
for
currently
lacking.
We
performed
by
retrieving
publications
related
the
Web
of
Science
Core
Collection
(WoSCC)
database
spanning
2004
2023.
Data
processing
was
using
R
package
Bibliometrix,
VOSviewers,
CiteSpace.
Results
In
total,
1876
articles
were
identified,
originating
various
countries,
China
being
primary
contributing
country.
The
number
in
this
field
increases
annually.
Beijing
University
Chinese
Medicine,
Shanghai
Traditional
Saveetha
India
prominent
institutions
domain.
Journal
“International
Nanomedicine”
has
highest
publications.
authors
these
reached
8234,
Yan
Zhao,
Yue
Zhang,
Huihua
Qu
most
prolific
Zhao
frequently
cited
author.
“Traditional
medicine,”
“drug
delivery,”
“green
synthesis”
main
focal
points.
Themes
such
as
synthesis,”
“curcumin,”
“wound
healing,”
“carbon
dots”
may
represent
emerging
areas.
Conclusions
Our
study
findings
assist
identifying
latest
frontiers
hot
topics,
providing
valuable
references
scholars
investigating
role
nanotechnology
medicine.
Graphical
Journal of Translational Medicine,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
22(1)
Published: May 21, 2024
Abstract
Ulcerative
colitis
(UC)
is
an
idiopathic,
chronic
inflammatory
condition
of
the
colon,
characterized
by
repeated
attacks,
a
lack
effective
treatment
options,
and
significant
physical
mental
health
complications
for
patients.
The
endoplasmic
reticulum
(ER)
vital
intracellular
organelle
in
maintaining
cellular
homeostasis.
Endoplasmic
stress
(ERS)
induced
when
body
exposed
to
adverse
external
stimuli.
Numerous
studies
have
shown
that
ERS-induced
apoptosis
plays
role
pathogenesis
UC.
Mogroside
V
(MV),
active
ingredient
Monk
fruit,
has
demonstrated
excellent
anti-inflammatory
antioxidant
effects.
In
this
study,
we
investigated
therapeutic
effects
MV
on
dextran
sulfate
sodium
(DSS)-induced
UC
its
potential
mechanisms
based
ERS.
results
showed
exerted
protective
effect
against
DSS-induced
mice
as
reflected
reduced
DAI
scores,
increased
colon
length,
histological
scores
levels
pro-inflammatory
cytokines,
well
decreased
intestinal
permeability.
addition,
expression
ERS
pathway
including
BIP,
PERK,
eIF2α,
ATF4,
CHOP,
apoptosis-related
protein
Caspase-12,
Bcl-2
Bax,
was
found
be
elevated
However,
significantly
inhibited
reversed
inflammation
signaling
apoptosis.
Additionally,
addition
tunicamycin
(Tm),
activator,
weakened
mice.
These
findings
suggest
may
agent
inhibiting
activation
ERS-apoptosis
pathway,
provide
novel
avenue
Materials Today Bio,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
30, P. 101441 - 101441
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
The
therapeutic
effect
of
immune
checkpoint
inhibitors
(ICIs)
in
triple-negative
breast
cancer
(TNBC)
is
unsatisfactory.
"cold"
microenvironment
caused
by
tumor-associated
fibroblasts
(TAFs)
has
an
adverse
on
the
antitumor
response.
Therefore,
this
study,
mixed
cell
membrane-coated
porous
magnetic
nanoparticles
(PMNPs)
were
constructed
to
deliver
salvianolic
acid
B
(SAB)
induce
response,
facilitating
transition
from
a
"hot"
tumor
and
ultimately
enhancing
efficacy
inhibitors.
PMNP-SAB,
which
based
coating
red
blood
membrane
TAF
(named
PMNP-SAB@RTM),
can
simultaneously
achieve
dual
effects
"immune
escape"
"homologous
targeting".
Under
influence
external
field
(MF),
SAB
be
targeted
concentrated
at
site.
released
tumors
effectively
inhibit
production
extracellular
matrix
(ECM)
TAFs,
promote
T-cell
infiltration,
responses.
Ultimately,
combination
PMNP-SAB@RTM
BMS-1
(PD-1/PD-L1
inhibitor
1)
inhibited
growth.
Finally,
study
presents
precise
effective
new
strategy
for
TNBC
immunotherapy
basis
differentiation
microenvironments.
Chinese Medicine,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
18(1)
Published: June 6, 2023
Traditional
Chinese
medicine
(TCM)
has
been
used
for
centuries
to
prevent
and
treat
a
variety
of
illnesses,
its
popularity
is
increasing
worldwide.
However,
the
clinical
applications
natural
active
components
in
TCM
are
hindered
by
poor
solubility
low
bioavailability
these
compounds.
To
address
issues,
self-assembly
nanostrategy
(CSAN)
being
developed.
Many
possess
properties,
allowing
them
form
nanoparticles
(NPs)
through
various
noncovalent
forces.
Self-assembled
NPs
(SANs)
also
present
decoctions,
they
closely
linked
therapeutic
effects
remedies.
SAN
gaining
nano
research
field
due
simplicity,
eco-friendliness,
enhanced
biodegradability
biocompatibility
compared
traditional
preparation
methods.
The
ingredients
from
that
exhibit
antitumour
or
combined
with
other
drugs
generated
considerable
interest
cancer
therapeutics.
This
paper
provides
review
principles
forms
CSAN,
as
well
an
overview
recent
reports
on
can
be
self-assembly.
Additionally,
application
CSAN
diseases
summarized,
finally,
concluding
summary
thoughts
proposed.
We
strongly
believe
potential
offer
fresh
strategies
perspectives
modernization
TCM.
International Journal of Nanomedicine,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
Volume 19, P. 2507 - 2528
Published: March 1, 2024
Background:
Cancer
continues
to
be
a
prominent
issue
in
the
field
of
medicine,
as
demonstrated
by
recent
studies
emphasizing
significant
role
autophagy
development
cancer.
Traditional
Chinese
Medicine
(TCM)
provides
variety
anti-tumor
agents
capable
regulating
autophagy.
However,
clinical
application
autophagy-modulating
compounds
derived
from
TCM
is
impeded
their
restricted
water
solubility
and
bioavailability.
To
overcome
this
challenge,
utilization
nanotechnology
has
been
suggested
potential
solution.
Nonetheless,
current
body
literature
on
nanoparticles
delivering
TCM-derived
for
cancer
treatment
limited,
lacking
comprehensive
summaries
detailed
descriptions.
Methods:
Up
November
2023,
research
study
was
conducted
gather
relevant
data
using
databases,
including
PubMed,
ScienceDirect,
Springer
Link,
Web
Science,
CNKI.
The
keywords
utilized
investigation
included
"autophagy",
"nanoparticles",
"traditional
medicine"
"anticancer".
Results:
This
review
analysis
overcoming
delivery
challenges
enhancing
anti-cancer
properties
TCM.
evaluation
based
synthesis
different
classes
TCM,
mechanisms
action
treatment,
benefits
reported
various
scholarly
sources.
findings
indicate
that
shows
availability
thereby
opening
up
plethora
therapeutic
avenues.
Conclusion:
Nanotechnology
enhance
efficacy
traditional
through
regulation
Keywords:
autophagy,
nano-delivery,
anti-cancer,
medicine
International Journal of Nanomedicine,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
Volume 19, P. 4877 - 4892
Published: May 1, 2024
Abstract:
Botanical
preparations
for
herbal
medicine
have
received
more
and
attention
from
drug
researchers,
the
extraction
of
active
ingredients
their
successful
clinical
application
become
an
important
direction
research
in
major
pharmaceutical
companies,
but
complexity
extracts,
multiple
side
effects,
significant
individual
differences
brought
many
difficulties
to
preparations.
It
is
noteworthy
that
extracellular
vesicles
as
biomolecules
extracted
medicinal
plants
are
believed
be
useful
treatment
a
variety
diseases,
including
cancer,
inflammation,
regenerative-restorative
degenerative
which
may
provide
new
utilization
In
this
review,
we
sort
out
recent
advances
plant
discuss
potential
disease
therapeutics.
Finally,
future
challenges
directions
translation
also
discussed,
expect
continued
development
based
on
will
facilitate
Keywords:
plant-derived
vesicles,
Chinese
preparation,
nanoparticle,
delivery
nanoplatforms,
nanotherapeutics