Regenerative Biomaterials,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
11
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2024
Abstract
Natural
remedies
are
gaining
attention
as
promising
approaches
to
alleviating
inflammation,
yet
their
full
potential
is
often
limited
by
challenges
such
poor
bioavailability
and
suboptimal
therapeutic
effects.
To
overcome
these
limitations,
we
have
developed
a
novel
nano-antioxidant
(EK)
based
on
epigallocatechin
gallate
(EGCG)
aimed
at
enhancing
the
oral
systemic
bioavailability,
well
anti-inflammatory
efficacy,
of
curcumin
(Cur)
in
conditions
acute
colon
kidney
inflammation.
EK
synthesized
using
straightforward
Mannich
reaction
between
EGCG
L-lysine
(K),
resulting
formation
oligomers.
These
oligomers
spontaneously
self-assemble
into
nanoparticles
with
spherical
morphology
an
average
diameter
approximately
160
nm.
In
vitro
studies
reveal
that
exhibit
remarkable
radical-scavenging
capabilities
effectively
regulate
redox
processes
within
macrophages,
key
component
body’s
inflammatory
response.
By
efficiently
encapsulating
nanoparticles,
create
Cur@EK,
formulation
demonstrates
synergistic
effect.
Specifically,
Cur@EK
significantly
reduces
levels
pro-inflammatory
cytokines
TNF-α
IL-6
while
increasing
cytokine
IL-10
lipopolysaccharide-stimulated
highlighting
its
potent
properties.
When
administered
either
orally
or
intravenously,
shows
superior
compared
free
exhibits
pronounced
effects
mouse
models
ulcerative
colitis
injury.
findings
suggest
platform
not
only
enhances
but
also
amplifies
impact,
offering
new
avenue
for
treatment
management
inflammation
both
contexts.
Theranostics,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
15(3), С. 993 - 1016
Опубликована: Дек. 2, 2024
Immunotherapy
has
transformed
current
cancer
management,
and
it
achieved
significant
progress
over
last
decades.
However,
an
immunosuppressive
tumor
microenvironment
(TME)
diminishes
the
effectiveness
of
immunotherapy
by
suppressing
activity
immune
cells
facilitating
immune-evasion.
Adenosine
monophosphate-activated
protein
kinase
(AMPK),
a
key
modulator
cellular
energy
metabolism
homeostasis,
gained
growing
attention
in
anti-tumor
immunity.
Metformin
is
usually
considered
as
cornerstone
diabetes
its
role
activating
AMPK
pathway
also
been
extensively
explored
therapy
although
findings
on
remain
inconsistent.
nanomedicine
formulation
found
to
hold
potential
reprogramming
TME
through
immunometabolic
modulation
both
cells.
This
review
elaborates
foundation
via
metformin-based
nanomedicines,
offering
valuable
insights
for
next
generation
therapy.
Copper-based
nanoparticles
have
garnered
significant
interest
in
cancer
therapy
due
to
their
ability
induce
oxidative
stress
and
cuproptosis
cells.
However,
antitumor
effectiveness
is
constrained
by
the
dynamic
redox
balance
metabolic
shift
between
phosphorylation
glycolysis.
Here,
a
polydopamine-coated
copper-α-ketoglutaric
acid
(α-KG)
coordination
polymer
nanoparticle
(CKPP)
designed
for
combined
pyroptosis-cuproptosis
immunotherapy
amplifying
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)
production
regulating
cellular
metabolism.
The
intracellular
imbalance
achieved
through
synergistic
effects
of
α-KG-induced
mitochondrial
reprogramming,
photothermally
enhanced
superoxide
dismutase-like
activity
polydopamine,
glutathione
depletion
copper
ions.
multifaceted
modulation
results
substantial
increase
ROS
levels,
triggering
subsequent
pyroptosis
Furthermore,
α-KG
shifts
metabolism
from
glycolysis
phosphorylation,
thereby
enhancing
induced
combination
dyshomeostasis
inhibition
potent
enhancement
pyroptosis-cuproptosis-mediated
therapy.
In
murine
model
colorectal
cancer,
CKPP
exhibited
remarkable
anticancer
effect,
achieving
tumor
rate
96.3%
complete
eradication
two
out
five
cases.
Overall,
this
bio-engineered
metal-organic
nanocomposite
demonstrates
potential
treating
immunotherapy.
The
self-assembly
of
hydrophobic
organic
phototherapeutic
agents
(OPTAs)
with
expansive
planar
structures
into
nanoparticles
(NPs)
represents
a
pivotal
strategy
to
bolster
their
biocompatibility.
However,
the
tight
molecular
packing
within
these
NPs
significantly
influences
generation
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS)
and
photothermal
conversion
efficiency
(PCE),
posing
substantial
hurdle
elevating
efficacy
photodynamic
therapy
(PDT)
(PTT)
for
such
NPs.
In
this
article,
three
OPTAs
by
donor
engineering
are
synthesized.
Notably,
4,8-Bis
(5-phenylthiophen-2-yl)-6-(2-ethylhexyl)-[1,2,5]
thiadiazole
[3,4-F]
benzotriazole
(BTBT),
which
incorporates
benzene
ring
as
donor,
exhibits
highest
ROS
optimal
capability.
To
further
augment
overall
phototheranostic
potential
BTBT
NPs,
glutathione
(GSH)-driven
disassembly
is
employed.
This
not
only
alleviates
aggregation-caused
quenching
(ACQ)
effect
on
but
also
facilitates
enhanced
free
rotation.
As
result,
production
sees
tenfold
increase,
temperature
rises
8.3
°C,
achieving
PCE
77.03%.
summary,
versatile
proposed
that
concurrently
enhances
performance
both
PDT
PTT
in
OPTAs,
while
advancing
state-of-the-art
nasopharyngeal
carcinoma
(NPC)
treatment.
Abstract
Non‐small
cell
lung
cancer
(NSCLC)
has
a
strikingly
high
incidence
rate
globally.
Although
immunotherapy
brings
great
breakthrough
in
its
clinical
treatment
of
NSCLC,
significant
challenges
still
need
to
be
overcome.
The
development
novel
multi‐functional
nanomedicines
the
realm
tumor
offers
promising
opportunities
for
NSCLC
patients,
as
exhibit
advantages,
including
specific
targeting
cells,
improved
drug
bioavailability,
reduced
systemic
toxicity,
and
overcoming
immune
resistance.
In
this
review,
core
features
current
status
strategies
checkpoint
blockade,
antibody–drug
conjugates,
engagers,
adoptive
vaccines,
are
surveyed.
Particular
emphasis
is
placed
on
recent
that
boost
these
strategies.
Nanomedicine
can
provide
perspectives
immunotherapy.
Advanced Science,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Янв. 10, 2025
Abstract
Small
molecules
as
nanomedicine
carriers
offer
advantages
in
drug
loading
and
preparation.
Selecting
effective
small
for
stable
nanomedicines
is
challenging.
This
study
used
artificial
intelligence
(AI)
to
screen
combinations
self‐assembling
nanomedicines,
employing
physiochemical
parameters
predict
formation
via
machine
learning.
Non‐Steroidal
Anti‐Inflammatory
Drugs
(NSAIDs)
are
identified
antineoplastic
drugs,
with
high
loading.
Nanomedicines,
PEG‐coated
indomethacin/paclitaxel
(PiPTX),
laminarin‐modified
(LiDOX),
developed
extended
circulation
active
targeting
functions.
Indomethacin/paclitaxel
iDOX
exhibits
pH‐responsive
release
the
tumor
microenvironment.
These
enhance
anti‐tumor
effects
reduce
side
effects,
offering
a
rapid
approach
clinical
development.
Advanced Science,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Янв. 13, 2025
Abstract
Current
in
vitro
models
of
3D
tumor
spheroids
within
the
microenvironment
have
emerged
as
promising
tools
for
understanding
progression
and
potential
drug
responses.
However,
creating
with
functional
vasculature
remains
challenging
a
controlled
high‐throughput
manner.
Herein,
novel
open
3D‐microarray
platform
is
presented
spheroid‐endothelium
interaction
(ODSEI)
chip,
capable
arraying
more
than
1000
on
top
vasculature,
compartmentalized
single
spheroid‐level
analysis
resistance,
allows
extraction
specific
further
analysis.
As
proof
concept,
crosstalk
between
breast
cancer
monitored,
validating
roles
endothelial
cells
acquired
tamoxifen
resistance.
Cancer
exhibited
reduced
sensitivity
to
presence
vasculature.
Further
through
single‐cell
RNA
sequencing
extracted
protein
arrays
elucidated
gene
expression
profiles
cytokines
associated
particularly
involving
TNF‐α
pathway
via
NF‐κB
mTOR
signaling.
By
targeting
highly
expressed
(IL‐8,
TIMP1)
identified,
resistance
spheroid
can
be
effectively
reversed.
In
summary,
ODSEI
chip
study
various
contexts,
leading
improved
insights
into
biology
therapeutic
strategies.
Advanced Healthcare Materials,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Янв. 19, 2025
Abstract
The
rational
design
of
self‐assembled
compounds
is
crucial
for
the
highly
efficient
development
carrier‐free
nanomedicines.
Herein,
based
on
computer‐aided
strategies,
important
physicochemical
properties
are
identified
to
guide
compounds.
Then,
pharmacophore
hybridization
strategy
used
self‐assemble
nanoparticles
by
preparing
new
chemical
structures
combining
groups
different
bioactive
Hydroxychloroquine
grafted
with
lipophilic
vitamin
E
succinate
and
then
co‐assembled
bortezomib
fabricate
nanoparticle.
nanoparticle
can
reduce
M2‐type
tumor‐associated
macrophages
(TAMs)
through
lysosomal
alkalization
induce
immunogenic
cell
death
(ICD)
nuclear
factor‐κB
(NF‐κB)
inhibition
in
tumor
cells.
In
mouse
models,
decreased
levels
TAMs,
regulatory
T
cells,
transforming
growth
factor‐β
(TGF‐β),
increase
proportion
cytotoxicity
lymphocytes.
Additionally,
secretion
Interleukin‐6
(IL‐6)
inhibiting
NF‐κB
enhance
programmed
ligand‐1
(PD‐L1)
checkpoint
blockade
therapy.
hybridization‐derived
provides
a
dual‐modulation
reprogram
microenvironment,
which
will
efficiently
chemoimmunotherapy
against
triple‐negative
breast
cancer.