Abstract
The
second
near‐infrared
window
(NIR‐II)
fluorescence
imaging
has
been
widely
adopted
in
basic
scientific
research
and
preclinical
applications
due
to
its
exceptional
spatiotemporal
resolution
deep
tissue
penetration.
Among
the
various
fluorescent
agents,
organic
small‐molecule
fluorophores
are
considered
most
promising
candidates
for
clinical
translation,
owing
their
well‐defined
chemical
structures,
tunable
optical
properties,
excellent
biocompatibility.
However,
many
currently
available
NIR‐II
exhibit
an
“always‐on”
signal,
which
leads
background
noise
compromises
diagnostic
accuracy
during
disease
detection.
Developing
activatable
probes
(AOSFPs)
accurately
reporting
pathological
changes
is
key
advancing
toward
application.
This
review
summarizes
rational
design
strategies
AOSFPs
based
on
four
core
structures
(cyanine,
hemicyanine,
xanthene,
BODIPY).
These
hold
substantial
potential
translation.
Furthermore,
recent
advances
bioimaging
comprehensively
reviewed,
offering
clear
guidance
direction
further
development.
Finally,
prospective
efforts
advance
outlined.
Theranostics,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
14(10), С. 4127 - 4146
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2024
Biomarker-driven
molecular
imaging
has
emerged
as
an
integral
part
of
cancer
precision
radiotherapy.
The
use
probes,
including
nanoprobes,
have
been
explored
in
radiotherapy
to
precisely
and
noninvasively
monitor
spatiotemporal
distribution
biomarkers,
potentially
revealing
tumor-killing
mechanisms
therapy-induced
adverse
effects
during
radiation
treatment.
Angewandte Chemie International Edition,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
63(22)
Опубликована: Март 29, 2024
The
immune
checkpoint
blockade
strategy
has
improved
the
survival
rate
of
late-stage
lung
cancer
patients.
However,
low
response
limits
immunotherapy
efficiency.
Here,
we
report
a
ROS-responsive
Fe
Abstract
The
induction
of
regulated
cell
death
(RCD)
through
photo/ultrasound
sensitization
therapeutic
agents
has
gained
significant
attention
as
a
vital
approach
to
combat
drug
resistance
in
tumors.
Aggregation‐induced
emission
(AIE)
generate
reactive
oxygen
species
activation,
which
can
synergize
with
RCD
inducers
or
directly
induce
RCD,
ultimately
resulting
the
tumor
cells.
presented
comprehensive
review
delves
into
recent
advancements
AIE
designed
trigger
inducers,
encompassing
apoptosis,
necroptosis,
pyroptosis,
immunogenic
death,
autophagy,
ferroptosis,
and
cuproptosis.
Additionally,
intricate
regulatory
mechanisms
activatory‐AIE
therapeutics
influence
distinct
pathways
are
examined.
A
forward‐looking
perspective
on
future
developments
pertinent
challenges
within
this
exciting
realm
is
presented,
anticipating
continued
evolution
activatable
transformative
enhance
therapy.
Abstract
In
situ
precise
detection
of
bioactive
molecules
with
high
sensitivity
and
spatiotemporal
resolution
is
essential
for
studying
physiological
events
disease
diagnosis.
The
utilization
versatile
fluorescent
probes
in
fluorescence
imaging
offers
a
powerful
tool
vivo
biomarkers
closely
associated
pathological
conditions.
However,
the
dynamic
behavior
leading
to
rapid
clearance
small
molecule
from
regions
interest
severely
compromises
their
potential
imaging.
Notably,
self‐immobilizing
that
selectively
recognize
diseased
tissues
while
improving
retention
enrichment
enable
accurate
high‐fidelity
this
review,
we
aim
summarize
strategies
employed
recent
advances
performance
precision
using
techniques.
Lastly,
discuss
prospects
challenges
promote
further
development
application
more
delicate
probes.
Nano Letters,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
24(20), С. 6131 - 6138
Опубликована: Май 10, 2024
Accurate
intraoperative
tumor
delineation
is
critical
to
achieving
successful
surgical
outcomes.
However,
conventional
techniques
typically
suffer
from
poor
specificity
and
low
sensitivity
are
time-consuming,
which
greatly
affects
decision-making.
Here,
we
report
a
cascade
activatable
near-infrared
fluorescent
(NIRF)
probe
IR780SS@CaP
that
can
sequentially
respond
acidity
elevated
glutathione
levels
for
accurate
localization.
Compared
with
nonactivatable
single-factor
probes,
strategy
minimize
nonspecific
activation
false
positive
signals
in
complicated
biological
environment,
affording
superior
tumor-to-normal
tissue
ratio
facilitate
the
of
abdominal
metastases.
Small
metastatic
lesions
were
less
than
1
mm
diameter
be
precisely
identified
by
completely
excised
under
NIRF
imaging
guidance.
This
study
could
benefit
diagnosis
image-guided
surgery
providing
real-time
information
reliable
decision
support,
thus
reducing
risk
both
recurrence
complications
improve
patient
Analytical Chemistry,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Янв. 31, 2025
Revealing
changes
in
the
tumor
microenvironment
is
crucial
for
understanding
cancer
and
developing
sensitive
methods
precise
imaging
diagnosis.
Intracellular
hydrogen
peroxide
(H2O2)
microenvironmental
factors
(e.g.,
viscosity
polarity)
are
closely
linked
to
various
physiological
pathological
processes,
making
them
potential
biomarkers
cancer.
However,
a
triple-response
theranostic
probe
therapy
has
not
yet
been
achieved
due
lack
of
effective
tools.
Herein,
we
present
mitochondria-targeting
near-infrared
(NIR)
fluorescent
probe,
VPH-5DF,
capable
simultaneously
monitoring
H2O2,
viscosity,
polarity
through
dual
NIR
channels.
The
specifically
detects
H2O2
via
emission
(λem
=
650
nm)
shows
high
sensitivity
viscosity/polarity
deep
channel
≈
750
nm).
Furthermore,
only
monitors
mitochondrial
polarity,
fluctuations
endogenous/exogenous
levels
but
also
distinguishes
cells
from
normal
multiple
parameters.
Additionally,
VPH-5DF
can
be
employed
monitor
alterations
levels,
as
well
during
drug-induced
pyroptosis
living
cells.
After
treatment
with
chemotherapy-induced
oxidative
damage
mitochondria
activated
pathway,
leading
robust
antitumor
response,
evidenced
xenograft
models.
Thus,
this
prodrug
offers
new
platform
vivo
diagnosis
anticancer
chemotherapy.
Chemical Science,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
15(19), С. 7324 - 7331
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2024
This
work
reports
an
acceptor
engineering-boosted
near-infrared
fluorescent
probe
for
high-fidelity
imaging
of
tumour-associated
β-galactosidase
specifically
in
lysosomes
and
vivo
.
Analytical Chemistry,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
96(4), С. 1707 - 1716
Опубликована: Янв. 19, 2024
Improving
the
retention
of
small-molecule-based
therapeutic
agents
in
tumors
is
crucial
to
achieve
precise
diagnosis
and
effective
therapy
cancer.
Herein,
we
propose
a
β-galactosidase
(β-Gal)-activated
red
light-induced
RNA
modification
(GALIRM)
strategy
for
prolonged
tumor
imaging.
A
β-Gal-activatable
near-infrared
(NIR)
fluorescence
(FL)
positron
emission
tomography
(PET)
bimodal
probe
68Ga-NOTA-FCG
consists
triaaza
triacetic
acid
chelator
NOTA
68Ga-labeling,
β-Gal-activated
photosensitizer
CyGal,
singlet
oxygen
(1O2)-susceptible
furan
group
modification.
Studies
have
demonstrated
that
emits
an
activated
NIR
FL
signal
upon
cleavage
by
endogenous
β-Gal
overexpressed
lysosomes,
which
combined
with
PET
imaging
68Ga
allowing
highly
sensitive
ovarian
Moreover,
capability
generating
1O2
under
690
nm
illumination
could
be
simultaneously
unlocked,
can
trigger
covalent
cross-linking
between
nucleotides
cytoplasmic
RNAs.
The
formation
probe-RNA
conjugate
effectively
prevent
exocytosis
prolong
tumors.
We
thus
believe
this
GALIRM
may
provide
entirely
new
insights
into
long-term
efficient
treatment.
Advanced Healthcare Materials,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Май 26, 2024
Cellular
senescence
is
a
significant
risk
factor
for
aging
and
age-related
diseases
(ARD).
The
canonical
senolytics
Dasatinib
Quercetin
(DQ)
have
shown
promise
in
clearing
senescent
cells
(SnCs);
however,
the
lack
of
selectivity
poses
challenge
achieving
optimal
outcomes.
Despite
recent
occurrence
nanomaterial-based
approaches
targeting
SnCs,
limited
therapeutic
effects,
potential
toxicity
still
remain
major
concern.
Herein,
"double
locks-like"
nanoplatform
developed
that
integrated
Galactan
coating
mesoporous
polydopamine
to
encase
senolytic
drug
DQ.
By
this
way,
DQ
only
released
SnCs
are
featured
with
higher
levels
β-galactosidase
(β-gal)
low
PH.
Additionally,
nanoparticles
equipped
2,2,6,6-Tetramethylpiperidine-1-oxyl
(Tempo)
gain
enhanced
photothermal
converting
potential.
Consequently,
synthesized
nanosenolytics
demonstrate
remarkable
specificity
efficacy
eradicating
accordingly
reverse
pulmonary
fibrosis
mice
without
affecting
normal
tissues.
Upon
exposure
near-infrared
(NIR)
light,
efficiently
remove
tumor
inducted
by
chemotherapy,
thereby
hindering
outgrowth
metastasis
or
breast
cancer.
Collectively,
present
study
develops
an
"On/Off"
switchable
response
produces
more
safe,
efficient,
feasible
way
delay
alleviate
age-associated
diseases.