Cells,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(24), P. 2054 - 2054
Published: Dec. 12, 2024
Extracellular
nanoparticles
(EPs)
are
a
subject
of
increasing
interest
for
their
biological
role
as
mediators
in
cell–cell
communication;
however,
harvesting
and
assessment
from
bodily
fluids
challenging,
processing
can
significantly
affect
samples.
With
the
aim
minimizing
artifacts,
we
assessed
number
density
(n)
hydrodynamic
diameter
(Dh)
EPs
directly
diluted
plasma
blood
using
following
recently
developed
technique:
interferometric
light
microscopy
(ILM).
We
analyzed
613
samples
human
patients
with
inflammatory
bowel
disease
(IBD),
collected
trisodium
citrate
ethylenediaminetetraacetic
acid
(EDTA)
anticoagulants,
163
canine
brachycephalic
obstructive
airway
syndrome
(BOAS).
found
highly
statistically
significant
correlation
between
n
only
(i.e.,
but
not
canine)
samples,
EDTA,
respective
Dh
both
species
(all
p
<
10−3).
In
plasma,
average
<Dh>
was
139
±
31
nm;
blood,
158
11
155
32
171
33
nm.
The
differences
within
were
(p
10−2),
sufficient
statistical
power
(P
>
0.8).
For
<n>,
no
or
EDTA.
Our
results
prove
that
measuring
minimally
processed
fresh
by
means
ILM
is
feasible
large
populations
Molecules,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
29(19), P. 4672 - 4672
Published: Oct. 1, 2024
Extracellular
vesicles
(EVs)
are
membrane-enclosed
particles
that
have
attracted
much
attention
for
their
potential
in
disease
diagnosis
and
therapy.
However,
the
clinical
translation
is
limited
by
dosing
consistency
due
to
heterogeneity.
Among
various
characterization
techniques,
nanoparticle
tracking
analysis
(NTA)
offers
distinct
benefits
EV
characterization.
In
this
review,
we
will
discuss
NTA
technique
with
a
focus
on
factors
affecting
results;
then,
review
two
modes
of
techniques
along
suitable
applications
specific
areas
studies.
EVs
typically
characterized
size,
size
distribution,
concentration,
protein
markers,
RNA
cargos.
The
light-scattering
mode
accurate
concentration
information
solution,
which
useful
comparing
isolation
methods,
storage
conditions,
secretion
conditions.
contrast,
fluorescent
allows
differentiating
subgroups
based
markers.
success
fluorescence
heavily
relies
tags
(e.g.,
types
dyes
labeling
methods).
When
labeled
disease-specific
an
effective
tool
detection
biological
fluids,
such
as
saliva,
blood,
serum.
Finally,
limitations
future
directions
Biology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
14(1), P. 27 - 27
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Exosomes
are
small
extracellular
vesicles
and
crucial
in
intercellular
communication.
Interestingly,
tumor-derived
exosomes
carry
oncogenic
molecules,
such
as
proteins
microRNAs,
which
can
reprogram
recipient
cells,
promote
angiogenesis,
stimulate
cancer
pre-metastatic
niche,
supporting
growth
metastasis.
On
the
other
hand,
their
biocompatibility,
stability,
ability
to
cross
biological
barriers
make
them
attractive
candidates
for
drug
delivery.
Recent
advances
have
shown
potential
be
used
early
disease
detection
targeted
therapy
by
delivering
therapeutic
agents
specifically
tumor
sites.
Despite
promising
applications,
a
number
of
challenges
remain,
including
exosome
isolation
characterization,
well
inherent
heterogeneity.
Thus,
current
review
aims
describe
roles
health
disease,
discuss
that
hinder
development
into
becoming
useful
medical
tools.
Genes,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
16(3), P. 330 - 330
Published: March 12, 2025
Extracellular
vesicles
(EVs)
are
nanovesicles
that
facilitate
intercellular
communication
by
carrying
essential
biomolecules
under
physiological
and
pathological
conditions
including
microRNAs
(miRNAs).
They
found
in
various
body
fluids,
such
as
blood,
urine,
saliva,
their
levels
fluctuate
with
disease
progression,
making
them
valuable
diagnostic
tools.
However,
isolating
EVs
is
challenging
due
to
small
size
biological
complexity.
Here,
we
summarize
the
principles
behind
most
common
EV
isolation
methods
ultracentrifugation,
precipitation,
immunoaffinity,
sorting,
ultrafiltration,
exclusion
chromatography,
microfluidics
while
highlighting
protocol
strengths
weaknesses.
We
also
review
main
strategies
identify
quantify
circulating
miRNAs
a
particular
focus
on
EV-encapsulated
miRNAs.
Since
these
hold
special
clinical
interest
derived
from
superior
stability
therapeutic
potential,
information
provided
here
should
provide
guidance
for
future
research
initiatives
promising
field
of
treatment
based
World Journal of Gastrointestinal Oncology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(4)
Published: March 24, 2025
Gastrointestinal
(GI)
cancers,
which
predominantly
manifest
in
the
stomach,
colorectum,
liver,
esophagus,
and
pancreas,
accounting
for
approximately
35%
of
global
cancer-related
mortality.
The
advent
liquid
biopsy
has
introduced
a
pivotal
diagnostic
modality
early
identification
premalignant
GI
lesions
incipient
cancers.
This
non-invasive
technique
not
only
facilitates
prompt
therapeutic
intervention,
but
also
serves
as
critical
adjunct
prognosticating
likelihood
tumor
recurrence.
wealth
circulating
exosomes
present
body
fluids
is
often
enriched
with
proteins,
lipids,
microRNAs,
other
RNAs
derived
from
cells.
These
specific
cargo
components
are
reflective
processes
involved
tumorigenesis,
progression,
response
to
treatment.
As
such,
they
represent
group
promising
biomarkers
aiding
diagnosis
cancer.
In
this
review,
we
delivered
an
exhaustive
overview
composition
pathways
sorting
within
these
vesicles.
We
laid
out
some
clinical
evidence
that
supported
utilization
cancers
discussed
their
potential
application.
Furthermore,
addressed
challenges
encountered
when
harnessing
predictive
instruments
realm
ChemElectroChem,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 1, 2025
Herein,
the
basic
properties,
composition,
and
isolation
methods
for
separation
of
exosomes
are
described,
since
they
can
be
a
rich
source
disease
biomarkers.
Then
an
introduction
to
MXenes,
novel
class
2D
nanomaterials
with
interesting
properties
applicable
in
numerous
fields
including
biosensing
is
provided.
Also,
aptamers
described
as
alternative
antibodies
robust
biorecognition
analytes
interest.
The
final
part
article
gives
examples
which
these
three
key
components
integrated
sensitive
and/or
electrochemical
detection
exosomes.
conclusion
provides
summary
initial
achievements
also
outlook
future
discoveries
exosome
aptasensing
using
advanced
nanomaterials,
i.e.,
MXenes.
MXenes
have
promising
affinity‐based
biosensing,
being
hydrophilic
surface
functional
groups.
In
addition,
free
plasmons
present
used
covalent
grafting
elements
diazonium
moieties.
This
especially
approach
immobilization
DNA/RNA
aptamers,
readily
modified
by
Journal of Gazi University Health Sciences Institute,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
7(1), P. 19 - 27
Published: April 30, 2025
Plant-derived
exosome-like
vesicles
(PELVs)
are
nanometer-sized
particles
comprising
proteins,
lipids,
nucleic
acids,
and
small
molecule
substances
generated
from
plants.
PELVs
have
many
advantages,
such
as
low
toxicity,
efficient
cellular
uptake,
high
biocompatibility,
stability,
large-scale
production.
can
regulate
intercellular
communication
by
releasing
their
contents,
including
mRNA,
miRNA,
proteins.
(PDELVs)
attracted
considerable
attention
in
scientific
research
owing
to
promising
therapeutic
effects
researches
assessed
the
extensive
potential
of
PDELVs
treatment
various
diseases
cancer
treatment.
They
exhibit
clinical
attributes
benefits
over
conventional
pharmaceuticals.
This
mini-review
aims
summarize
categorize
main
paths
followed
scientists
working
with
PDELNs
for
therapy.