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Enhancement of antibacterial activity and controlled drug release in Polyalphaolefins via chitosan-PAO Nanohybrid strategy.

The synthesis of polyolefin (PO) nanocomposites remains a significant challenge. This study reports the development of an injectable and in- … ese characteristics enhance the potential biomedical applications of X-CSPAO nanohybrid in targeted drug delivery systems. Grafting a silane agent onto the CS surface is a simple, functional, and cost-effective modification.

Spidroin-based nanoparticles derived from spider aggregate gland glue for efficient peptide drug delivery.

Spiders can produce a wide variety of silk types for daily functions, each exhibiting unique mechanical properties and biological roles. Among all silk types, aggregate silk is distinctive in that it is a viscoelastic, amorphous, and wet adhesive material, rather than a solid fibrous structure. However, unlike other spider fibroins (spidroins), studies on the biomedical applications of aggregate spidroin (AgSp) remain scarce, particularly in the context of drug delivery systems. Here, we designed and produced three recombinant AgSp (rAgSp) proteins (rAgSp2R, rAgSp4R, and rAgSp6R) with differen…

Sustained intravitreal delivery of triamcinolone acetonide via in situ forming lipid liquid crystals: in-vitro and in-vivo evaluations.

Posterior segment disorders remain challenging to manage due to limitations in ocular drug delivery. Although intravitreal triamcinolone acetonide (TA) is effective, it requires repeated administration, highlighting the need for sustained-release systems. This study aimed to develop in situ sustained-release formulations of TA using lipid liquid crystals (LLCs). Formulations were prepared with glyceryldioleate (GDO), phosphatidylcholine (PC), and N-methyl pyrrolidone (NMP) at PC:GDO ratios of 50:50, 40:60, and 60:40. A TA-hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin (HPβCD) complex was also prepared. The form

Aliphatic polycarbonates with acid degradable ketal side groups as multi-pH-responsive immunodrug nanocarriers.

Pharmacokinetics and biodistribution profiles of active substances are crucial aspects for their safe and successful administration. Since many immunogenic compounds do not meet all requirements for safe and effective administration, well-defined drug nanocarrier systems are necessary with a stimuli-responsive drug-release profile. For this purpose, a novel pH-responsive aliphatic cyclic carbonate is introduced with benzyl ketal side chains and polymerized onto a poly(ethylene glycol) macroinitiator. The resulting block copolymers could be formulated via a solvent-evaporation method into well-

Supramolecular Microspheres Fabricated from Macrocycle-Incorporated Polymers and Their Biomedical Applications Based on Host-Guest Recognition.

Microspheres have emerged as a pivotal platform for micron-scale drug delivery, yet their utility has been greatly hindered by limitations in biodegradability, drug loading efficiency, and release kinetics, underscoring the urgent need for a next-generation microsphere platform that integrates high performance, scalability, and multifunctionality. Leveraging host-guest recognition, a series of macrocycle-incorporated polymers is synthesized and engineered a new class of supramolecular microspheres, which feature precisely tunable components, including host molecules, guest cargoes, and polymer

Neutrophils' dual role in cancer: from tumor progression to immunotherapeutic potential.

The tumor microenvironment (TME) is intricately associated with cancer progression, characterized by dynamic interactions among various cellular and molecular components that significantly impact the carcinogenic process. Notably, neutrophils play a crucial dual role in regulating this complex environment. These cells oscillate between promoting and inhibiting tumor activity, responding to a multitude of cytokines, chemokines, and tumor-derived factors. This response modulates immune reactions and affects the proliferation, metastasis, and angiogenesis of cancer cells. A significant aspect of

Biological Fate Tracking of Nitric Oxide-Propelled Microneedle Delivery System Using an Aggregation-Caused Quenching Probe.

Nanoparticle-loaded dissolving microneedles (DMNs) have attracted increasing attention due to their ability to provide high drug loading, adjustable drug release behavior, and enhanced therapeutic efficiency. However, such delivery systems still face unsatisfied drug delivery efficiency due to insufficient driving force to promote nanoparticle penetration and the lack of in vivo fate studies to guide formulation design. Herein, an aggregation-caused quenching (ACQ) probe (P4) was encapsulated in l-arginine (l-Arg)-based nanomicelles, which was further formulated into nitric oxide (NO)-propelle

Mesenchymal stromal cells loaded with Paclitaxel (PacliMES) a potential new therapeutic approach on mesothelioma.

Malignant pleural mesothelioma is an asbestos-related tumor originating in mesothelial cells of the pleura that poorly responds to chemotherapeutic approaches. Adult mesenchymal stromal cells derived either from bone marrow or from adipose tissue may be considered a good model for cell-based therapy, a treatment which has experienced significant interest in recent years. The present study confirms that Paclitaxel is effective on mesothelioma cell proliferation in 2D and 3D in vitro cultures, and that 80,000 mesenchymal stromal cells loaded with Paclitaxel inhibit tumor growth at a higher exten

Chitosan modified 5-fluorouracil nanostructured lipid carriers for treatment of diabetic retinopathy in rats: A new dimension to an anticancer drug.

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is one of the chronic complications of diabetes. It includes retinal blood vessels' damage. If untreated, it leads to loss of vision. The existing treatment strategies for DR are expensive, invasive, and need expertise during administration. Hence, there is a need to develop a non-invasive topical formulation that can penetrate deep to the posterior segment of retina and treat the damaged retinal vessels. In addition, it should also provide sustained release. In recent years, novel drug delivery systems (NDDS) have been explored for treating DR and found successful. I…

Emerging innovations in nano-enabled therapy against age-related macular degeneration: A paradigm shift.

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a degenerative eye disease, is the major cause of irreversible loss of vision among individuals aged … physiology of AMD are provided. It also serves to review the current progress in nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems that offer feasible treatments in AMD.

Pulmonary surfactant as a versatile biomaterial to fight COVID-19.

The COVID-19 pandemic has wielded an enormous pressure on global health care systems, economics and politics. Ongoing vaccination campaigns effectively attenuate viral spreading, leading to a reduction of infected individuals, hospitalizations and mortality. Nevertheless, the development of safe and effective vaccines as well as their global deployment is time-consuming and challenging. In addition, such preventive measures have no effect on already infected individuals and can show reduced efficacy against SARS-CoV-2 variants that escape vaccine-induced host immune responses. Therefore, it is

Targeted Drug Delivery from Titanium Implants: A Review of Challenges and Approaches.

Titanium implants are considered the gold standard of treatment for dental and orthopedic applications. Biocompatibility, low elasticity, an … review discusses the existing approaches and challenges for the development of stable and sustained drug delivery systems on titanium implants, which would promote faster and superior osseointegration.

Selected Medicines Used in Iontophoresis.

Iontophoresis is a non-invasive method of systemic and local drug delivery using an electric field. Iontophoresis enables diffusion of the selected drug via skin, mucosa, enamel, dentin, and other tissues. The amount of delivered therapeutic molecules is about 10⁻2000 times greater than conventional forms of delivery. Among other fields, this method is used in dentistry, ophthalmology, otorhinolaryngology, and dermatology. According to related literature, the most important drugs studied or administered by iontophoresis are: Local anesthetics, opioids, steroids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory

Nanotechnology-Based Strategies for Treating Skin Hyperpigmentation: A Review of Current Advances and Challenges.

Skin hyperpigmentation is a common dermatological condition characterized by excessive melanin accumulation in the epidermis, dermis, or both, resulting from disorders such as melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, drug-induced hyperpigmentation, and solar lentigo. Conventional treatments are mainly based on tyrosinase inhibition; however, many depigmenting agents have limitations, including low stability, poor skin permeation, prolonged treatment durations, and adverse effects such as irritation and dermatitis. In this context, nanotechnology-based delivery systems have emerged as prom

Surfactant-Engineered Niosomal Antibiotic Systems for Biofilm-Associated Infections: Design Principles and Translational Perspectives.

Persistent microbial biofilm infections remain a major obstacle to effective antimicrobial therapy due to restricted drug diffusion, metabolic heterogeneity, and the presence of tolerant bacterial subpopulations. In device-associated infections, biofilms substantially reduce antibiotic efficacy and contribute to chronic relapse despite adequate systemic exposure. Although nanocarrier-based delivery systems have been widely investigated, many formulations remain empirically developed with insufficient consideration of biofilm-specific physicochemical and biological barriers. This review examine

Биоразлагаемые и стимульно-реагирующие наноматериалы для адресной доставки лекарств в аутоиммунных заболеваниях.

Аутоиммунные заболевания создают сложные терапевтические проблемы из-за их хронического характера, системного воздействия и требования к точному иммунодуляции во избежание негативных побочных эффектов. Недавние достижения в области биоразлагаемых и стимулирующих наноматериалов открыли новые возможности для адресных систем доставки наркотиков, способных решать эти проблемы. Этот обзор содержит всеобъемлющий анализ современных биоразлагаемых нанокарьеров, таких, как полимерные наночастицы, липосомы и гидрогели, разработанные для целевой доставки в аутоиммунную терапию. Эти наноматериалы предназн

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Autoimmune diseases present complex therapeutic challenges due to their chronic nature, systemic impact, and requirement for precise immunomodulation to avoid adverse side effects. Recent advancements in biodegradable and stimuli-responsive nanomaterials have opened new avenues for targeted drug delivery systems capable of addressing these challenges. This r…

Emerging treatment strategies in dry eye disease: Potential of blood-derived approaches and natural plant-based products.

Dry eye disease (DED) is a common ocular condition characterized by chronic inflammation and tear film disruption. It affects millions of pe … s limited by challenges such as solubility, stability, and biological barriers. Finally, we discuss drug delivery systems and structural modifications designed to enhance the therapeutic effects of these treatments, emphasizing their potential in managing DED.

Recent advances in drug and nutrient transport across the blood-retinal barrier.

The blood-retinal barrier (BRB) is the barrier separating the blood and neural retina, and transport systems for low-weight molecules at the BRB are expected to be useful for developing drugs for the treatment of ocular neural disorders and maintaining a healthy retina. Areas covered: This review discusses blood-to-retina and retina-to-blood transport of drugs and nutrients at the BRB. In particular, P-gp (ABCB1/MDR1) has low impact on the transport of cationic drugs at the BRB, suggesting a significant role of novel organic cation transporters in influx and efflux transport of lipophilic cati

Development and Characterization of Solid Lipid Nanoparticles Containing Herbal Extract: In Vivo Antidepressant Activity.

In alternate systems of medicine like Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine, Hibiscus rosa sinensis and its extracts have been traditionally prescribed for their antidepressant activity. Crude extracts and rudimentary formulations approaches are good for proof-of-concept studies; however, these formulations are fraught with problems like poor oral bioavailability and high variability between subjects. Systematic drug delivery approaches could prove effective in addressing some of these problems. In this study, we report the development of Hibiscus rosa sinensis extract loaded solid lipid n

A blue fluorescent labeling technique utilizing micro- and nanoparticles for tracking in LIVE/DEAD® stained pathogenic biofilms of Staphylococcus aureus and Burkholderia cepacia.

Strategies that target and treat biofilms are widely applied to bacterial cultures using popular live/dead staining techniques with mostly red or green fluorescent markers (eg, with SYTO(®) 9, propidium iodide, fluorescein). Therefore, visualizing drugs or micro- and nanoparticulate delivery systems to analyze their distribution and effects in biofilms requires a third fluorescent dye that does not interfere with the properties of the live/dead markers. The present study establishes and evaluates a model for tracking polymeric particles in fluorescently stained biological material. To this end