Nature Communications,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: Jan. 11, 2025
Hypoxic
tumors
present
a
significant
challenge
in
cancer
therapy
due
to
their
ability
adaptation
low-oxygen
environments,
which
supports
tumor
survival
and
resistance
treatment.
Enhanced
mitophagy,
the
selective
degradation
of
mitochondria
by
autophagy,
is
crucial
mechanism
that
helps
sustain
cellular
homeostasis
hypoxic
tumors.
In
this
study,
we
develop
an
azocalix[4]arene-modified
supramolecular
albumin
nanoparticle,
co-delivers
hydroxychloroquine
mitochondria-targeting
photosensitizer,
designed
induce
cascaded
oxidative
stress
regulating
mitophagy
for
treatment
These
nanoparticles
are
hypoxia-responsive
release
loaded
guest
molecules
cells.
The
released
disrupts
process,
thereby
increasing
further
weakening
Additionally,
upon
laser
irradiation,
photosensitizer
generates
reactive
oxygen
species
independent
oxygen,
inducing
damage
activation.
dual
action
simultaneous
spatiotemporal
activation
flux
blockade
results
enhanced
autophagic
stress,
ultimately
driving
cell
death.
Our
work
highlights
effectiveness
hydroxychloroquine-mediated
combined
with
mitochondria-targeted
cascade-amplified
against
has
been
recognized
as
Here,
group
fabricates
nanoparticle
codelivering
(HCQ)
sulfur-substituted
methylated
nile
blue
analog,
capable
via
Drug Resistance Updates,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
72, P. 101018 - 101018
Published: Nov. 11, 2023
Cuproptosis
is
a
newly
identified
form
of
cell
death
driven
by
copper.
Recently,
the
role
copper
and
triggered
in
pathogenesis
cancers
have
attracted
attentions.
has
garnered
enormous
interest
cancer
research
communities
because
its
great
potential
for
therapy.
Copper-based
treatment
exerts
an
inhibiting
tumor
growth
may
open
door
chemotherapy-insensitive
tumors.
In
this
review,
we
provide
critical
analysis
on
homeostasis
dysregulation
development
progression
cancers.
Then
core
molecular
mechanisms
cuproptosis
discussed,
followed
summarizing
current
understanding
copper-based
agents
(copper
chelators,
ionophores,
complexes-based
dynamic
therapy)
treatment.
Additionally,
summarize
emerging
data
ionophores
to
subdue
chemotherapy
resistance
different
types
We
also
review
small-molecule
compounds
nanoparticles
(NPs)
that
kill
cells
inducing
cuproptosis,
which
will
shed
new
light
anticancer
drugs
through
future.
Finally,
important
concepts
pressing
questions
future
should
be
focused
were
discussed.
This
article
suggests
targeting
could
novel
antitumor
therapy
strategy
overcome
drug
resistance.
Cell Communication and Signaling,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
21(1)
Published: Nov. 16, 2023
Abstract
Regulated
cell
death
(RCD)
is
a
regulable
that
involves
well-organized
signaling
cascades
and
molecular
mechanisms.
RCD
implicated
in
fundamental
processes
such
as
organ
production
tissue
remodeling,
removing
superfluous
structures
or
cells,
regulating
numbers.
Previous
studies
have
not
been
able
to
reveal
the
complete
mechanisms,
novel
methods
of
are
constantly
being
proposed.
Two
metal
ions,
iron
(Fe)
copper
(Cu)
essential
factors
leading
RCDs
only
induce
ferroptosis
cuproptosis,
respectively
but
also
lead
impairment
eventually
diverse
death.
This
review
summarizes
direct
indirect
mechanisms
by
which
Fe
Cu
impede
growth
various
forms
mediated
these
two
metals.
Moreover,
we
aimed
delineate
interrelationships
between
with
distinct
pathways
shedding
light
on
complex
intricate
govern
cellular
survival
Finally,
prospects
outlined
this
suggest
approach
for
investigating
death,
may
involve
integrating
current
therapeutic
strategies
offer
promising
solution
overcome
drug
resistance
certain
diseases.
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
18(27), P. 17852 - 17868
Published: June 28, 2024
The
discovery
of
cuproptosis,
a
copper-dependent
mechanism
programmed
cell
death,
has
provided
way
for
cancer
treatment.
However,
cuproptosis
inherent
limitations,
including
potential
cellular
harm,
the
lack
targeting,
and
insufficient
efficacy
as
standalone
Therefore,
exogenously
controlled
combination
treatments
have
emerged
key
strategies
cuproptosis-based
oncotherapy.
In
this
study,
Cu2–xSe@cMOF
nanoplatform
was
constructed
combined
sonodynamic/cuproptosis/gas
therapy.
This
platform
enabled
precise
cotreatment,
with
external
control
allowing
selective
induction
in
cells.
approach
effectively
prevented
metastasis
recurrence.
Furthermore,
antiprogrammed
death
protein
ligand-1
antibody
(aPD-L1),
maximized
advantages
immune
checkpoint
Additionally,
under
ultrasound
irradiation,
H2Se
gas
generated
from
induced
cytotoxicity
Further,
it
reactive
oxygen
species,
which
hindered
survival
proliferation.
study
reports
an
externally
system
that
combines
carbonized
metal–organic
framework
aPD-L1
to
enhance
precision
reinforced
therapy
could
be
valuable
effective
therapeutic
agent
reduce
mortality
morbidity
future.
Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
9(1)
Published: Oct. 14, 2024
Iron,
an
essential
mineral
in
the
body,
is
involved
numerous
physiological
processes,
making
maintenance
of
iron
homeostasis
crucial
for
overall
health.
Both
overload
and
deficiency
can
cause
various
disorders
human
diseases.
Ferroptosis,
a
form
cell
death
dependent
on
iron,
characterized
by
extensive
peroxidation
lipids.
Unlike
other
kinds
classical
unprogrammed
death,
ferroptosis
primarily
linked
to
disruptions
metabolism,
lipid
peroxidation,
antioxidant
system
imbalance.
Ferroptosis
regulated
through
transcription,
translation,
post-translational
modifications,
which
affect
cellular
sensitivity
ferroptosis.
Over
past
decade
or
so,
diseases
have
been
as
part
their
etiology,
including
cancers,
metabolic
disorders,
autoimmune
diseases,
central
nervous
cardiovascular
musculoskeletal
Ferroptosis-related
proteins
become
attractive
targets
many
major
that
are
currently
incurable,
some
regulators
shown
therapeutic
effects
clinical
trials
although
further
validation
potential
needed.
Therefore,
in-depth
analysis
its
molecular
mechanisms
may
offer
additional
strategies
prevention
treatment.
In
this
review,
we
discuss
significance
contribution
etiology
development
along
with
evidence
supporting
targeting
approach.
Importantly,
evaluate
recent
promising
interventions,
providing
guidance
future
targeted
treatment
therapies
against
Journal of Hematology & Oncology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(1)
Published: June 6, 2024
Abstract
Ferroptosis,
an
iron-dependent
form
of
cell
death
characterized
by
uncontrolled
lipid
peroxidation,
is
governed
molecular
networks
involving
diverse
molecules
and
organelles.
Since
its
recognition
as
a
non-apoptotic
pathway
in
2012,
ferroptosis
has
emerged
crucial
mechanism
numerous
physiological
pathological
contexts,
leading
to
significant
therapeutic
advancements
across
wide
range
diseases.
This
review
summarizes
the
fundamental
mechanisms
regulatory
pathways
underlying
ferroptosis,
including
both
GPX4-dependent
-independent
antioxidant
mechanisms.
Additionally,
we
examine
involvement
various
conditions,
cancer,
neurodegenerative
diseases,
sepsis,
ischemia–reperfusion
injury,
autoimmune
disorders,
metabolic
disorders.
Specifically,
explore
role
response
chemotherapy,
radiotherapy,
immunotherapy,
nanotherapy,
targeted
therapy.
Furthermore,
discuss
pharmacological
strategies
for
modulating
potential
biomarkers
monitoring
this
process.
Lastly,
elucidate
interplay
between
other
forms
regulated
death.
Such
insights
hold
promise
advancing
our
understanding
context
human
health
disease.
Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
171, P. 116115 - 116115
Published: Jan. 5, 2024
Ferroptosis
and
cuproptosis,
regulated
forms
of
cell
death
resulting
from
metal
ion
accumulation,
are
closely
related
in
terms
occurrence,
metabolism,
signaling
pathways,
drug
resistance.
Notably,
it
is
now
understood
that
these
processes
play
crucial
roles
regulating
physiological
pathological
processes,
especially
tumor
development.
Consequently,
ferroptosis
cuproptosis
have
gained
increasing
significance
as
potential
targets
for
anti-cancer
This
article
systematically
outlines
the
molecular
mechanisms
cross-talk
components
both
elucidating
their
impacts
on
cancer.
Furthermore,
investigates
clinical
perspective
targeted
cancer
chemotherapy,
immunotherapy,
radiotherapy.
Our
discussion
extends
to
a
comparative
analysis
nanoparticles
developed
based
cancer,
contrasting
them
with
current
conventional
therapies.
Opportunities
challenges
treatment
explored,
emphasizing
therapeutic
direction
co-targeting
cuproptosis.
The
also
attempts
analyze
applications
this
approach
while
summarizing
existing
barriers
require
overcoming.
Journal of the American Chemical Society,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
146(20), P. 13805 - 13816
Published: March 29, 2024
Cuproptosis,
a
copper-dependent
cell
death
process,
has
been
confirmed
to
further
activate
the
immune
response
and
mediate
resistance.
However,
hypoxic
tumor
microenvironment
hampers
cuproptosis
sensitivity
suppresses
body's
antitumor
response.
Herein,
we
have
successfully
immobilized
functionalized
catalase
(CAT)
with
long
single-stranded
DNA
containing
polyvalent
CpG
sequences
through
rolling
circle
amplification
(RCA)
techniques,
obtaining
an
enzyme-cored
spherical
nucleic
acid
nanoplatform
(CAT-ecSNA-Cu)
deliver
copper
ions
for
cuproptosis.
The
presence
of
long-stranded
DNA-protected
CAT
enhances
mitochondrial
respiration
by
catalyzing
conversion
H2O2
O2,
thereby
sensitizing
Meanwhile,
increased
oxygenation
expression
hypoxia-inducible
factor-1
(HIF-1)
protein,
resulting
in
alleviation
immunosuppressive
microenvironment.
Of
note,
induces
immunogenic
(ICD),
which
facilitates
dendritic
(DC)
maturation
antigen
presentation
polyCpG-supported
Toll-like
receptor
9
(TLR9)
activation.
Furthermore,
cuproptosis-induced
PD-L1
upregulation
cells
complements
checkpoint
blockers
(αPD-L1),
enhancing
immunity.
strategy
cuproptosis-mediated
responses
alleviating
hypoxia
effectively
promotes
activation
proliferation
effector
T
cells,
ultimately
leading
long-term
immunity
against
cancer.