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Teixeira LM, Reis CP, Pacheco R. Marine-Derived Compounds Combined with Nanoparticles: A Focus on the Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sector. Mar Drugs 2025; 23:207. [PMID: 40422797 DOI: 10.3390/md23050207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2025] [Revised: 05/07/2025] [Accepted: 05/10/2025] [Indexed: 05/28/2025] Open
Abstract
The ocean is an extraordinary natural source of a wide range of bioactive compounds. These compounds, including proteins, phenolics, polysaccharides, pigments, vitamins, and fatty acids, possess unique biological properties that are increasingly being explored in the field of nanotechnology across diverse sectors. Among marine-derived nanoparticles, promising applications have emerged in the biomedical and pharmaceutical fields, particularly metallic nanoparticles and polysaccharide-based drug delivery systems. This review provides a unique perspective on the integration of two research areas: the exploration of marine bioresources as bioactive compounds sources with nanotechnological methodologies to develop sustainable, safe, stable and functional marine-derived NPs. It highlights recent advancements in the green synthesis of MNPs and the formulation of drug delivery systems using marine polysaccharides. This review also describes the recent trends over the past ten years and discusses the major challenges and limitations associated with these approaches, including variability in biological sources, batch-to-batch inconsistency, mechanistic uncertainties, and difficulties in reproducibility and scalability. Furthermore, it emphasizes the need for standardized protocols and the integration of life cycle assessments (LCA) to evaluate environmental and economic viability for effective translating marine-derives nanoparticles from research to clinical applications.
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- Laura M Teixeira
- Departamento de Química e Bioquímica, Faculdade de Ciências, Universidade de Lisboa, 1749-016 Lisboa, Portugal
- Centro de Química Estrutural, Institute of Molecular Sciences, Faculdade de Ciências, Universidade de Lisboa, 1749-016 Lisboa, Portugal
- Institute for Medicines (iMed.ULisboa), Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade de Lisboa, 1649-003 Lisboa, Portugal
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- Institute for Medicines (iMed.ULisboa), Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade de Lisboa, 1649-003 Lisboa, Portugal
- Instituto de Biofísica e Engenharia Biomédica (IBEB), Faculdade de Ciências, Universidade de Lisboa, 1749-016 Lisboa, Portugal
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- Centro de Química Estrutural, Institute of Molecular Sciences, Faculdade de Ciências, Universidade de Lisboa, 1749-016 Lisboa, Portugal
- Departamento de Engenharia Química, Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Lisboa, 1959-007 Lisboa, Portugal
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Ghosh S, Bal T. Neem gum and its derivatives as potential polymeric scaffold for diverse applications: a review. Int J Biol Macromol 2025; 310:143012. [PMID: 40216102 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.143012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2025] [Revised: 04/06/2025] [Accepted: 04/08/2025] [Indexed: 04/20/2025]
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Naturally occurring polymers, particularly polysaccharides, are gaining significant attention for their eco-friendly, non-toxic nature and abundant availability. Neem Gum (NEG), a natural exudate from the neem tree (Azadirachta indica), is secreted as a defense mechanism to protect against microbial invasion and physical damage. Unlike common polysaccharides, NEG exhibits a distinct composition rich in bioactive constituents, including heteropolysaccharides and secondary metabolites, contributing to its diverse functional and therapeutic potential. These unique characteristics make NEG a promising biopolymer for applications in pharmaceuticals, food, cosmetics, and environmental industries, where it serves as a binding, emulsifying, gelling, and stabilizing agent. Recent advancements have focused on developing NEG composites and derivatives with enhanced properties and broader applications. Structural modifications like grafting and carboxymethylation have improved its utility in drug delivery, wound healing, and biodegradable materials. Modified NEG derivatives exhibit superior antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects, expanding their biomedical potential in tissue engineering and controlled drug release. NEG-based hydrogels and films show promise in eco-friendly packaging and self-healing biomaterials. This review compiles NEG's diverse applications, highlighting its role in sustainable technologies and emerging fields like self-healing materials and smart polymers. It addresses challenges in scaling production, regulatory compliance, and technical constraints.
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- Soumyadip Ghosh
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology, Birla Institute of Technology-Mesra, Ranchi, Jharkhand-835215, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology, Birla Institute of Technology-Mesra, Ranchi, Jharkhand-835215, India.
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Zhang H, Liang Y, Wu J, Hua Q, Wan X, Renneckar S. Carboxylated xylan nanoparticles prepared by sequential periodate-chlorite oxidation and their application as a highly effective bio-based adsorbent. Int J Biol Macromol 2025; 308:142423. [PMID: 40127799 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.142423] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2024] [Revised: 02/10/2025] [Accepted: 03/21/2025] [Indexed: 03/26/2025]
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Xylan is one of the main biomass components and is considered to have the potential for environmental remediation due to its renewability, biodegradability, and biocompatibility. In this study, xylan extracted from esparto pulp was prepared as xylan nanoparticles (XNPs), which were subsequently modified to carboxylated xylan nanoparticles (CXNPs) through sequential periodate-chlorite oxidation. Characterization of CXNPs demonstrated that the modified CXNPs possessed a core-shell structure, with dicarboxylic acid xylan as the shell and xylan hydrate crystals as the core. The adsorption study revealed the CXNPs with carboxyl groups on the surface exhibited a high adsorption capacity to methylene blue (MB) at 919.6 mg/g. The adsorption mechanism analysis indicated that the adsorption process was controlled by electrostatic interactionsThese results provide a promising modification approach for the development of xylan-based adsorbent materials that can assist in environmental remediation.
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- Huaiyu Zhang
- Advanced Renewable Materials Lab, Department of Wood Science, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z4, Canada
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- Advanced Renewable Materials Lab, Department of Wood Science, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z4, Canada
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- Advanced Renewable Materials Lab, Department of Wood Science, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z4, Canada
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- Advanced Renewable Materials Lab, Department of Wood Science, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z4, Canada
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- Advanced Renewable Materials Lab, Department of Wood Science, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z4, Canada; Institute of Ecological and Environmental Sciences, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China
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- Advanced Renewable Materials Lab, Department of Wood Science, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z4, Canada.
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Kumar D, Pandey S, Shivhare B, Bala M, Kumar M, Kumar P, Gupta J. Natural polysaccharide-based nanodrug delivery systems for targeted treatment of rheumatoid arthritis: A review. Int J Biol Macromol 2025; 310:143408. [PMID: 40274161 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.143408] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2024] [Revised: 04/04/2025] [Accepted: 04/20/2025] [Indexed: 04/26/2025]
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disorder characterized by persistent inflammation of the joints, leading to pain, disability, and systemic complications. Conventional treatments often exhibit limitations, including adverse effects and suboptimal bioavailability. To address these challenges, natural polysaccharides-mediated nano drug delivery is a promising vehicle for RA management. This review explores the potential of natural polysaccharides in RA, including chitosan, cellulose, albumin, hyaluronic acid, polylactic acid, alginate, etc. Their biodegradable and biocompatible nature renders them ideal nanomaterials for RA applications. These properties facilitate targeted delivery, improved cellular uptake, and sustained release of therapeutic agents, enhancing their pharmacological effects while minimizing systemic toxicity. Recent advances in nanotechnology have enabled the formulations of polysaccharides that can encapsulate a range of therapeutic agents, including conventional anti-inflammatory drugs and novel biologics. The review also highlights various formulation strategies to optimize the physicochemical properties of polysaccharide-based nano drug delivery systems, including surface modification and combinatorial therapies. Overall, natural polysaccharides represent a versatile and effective approach for developing innovative nano drug delivery systems, offering a promising strategy for the effective treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
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- Devesh Kumar
- Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, GLA University, Mathura 281406, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Institute of Nuclear Medicine & Allied Sciences (INMAS), Brig. S. K Mazumdar Marg, Timarpur, Delhi 110054, India; Department of Chemistry, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore 641046, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Botany, Faculty of Science, Baba Mastnath University, Asthal Bohar, Rohtak, Haryana 124021, India
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- Gautam college of pharmacy, Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU), Bathinda 151001, Punjab, India; Chitkara College of Pharmacy, Chitkara University, Rajpura 140401, Punjab, India.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Technology, Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University (MRSPTU), Bathinda 151001, Punjab, India
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, GLA University, Mathura 281406, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Ghosh S, Basak A. Gellan gum-based microbeads for Colon-targeted drug delivery: A promising polysaccharide for controlled and site-specific release. Int J Biol Macromol 2025; 310:143276. [PMID: 40258547 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.143276] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2025] [Revised: 03/30/2025] [Accepted: 04/16/2025] [Indexed: 04/23/2025]
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Targeting drug delivery to the colon presents significant challenges due to unfavorable pH conditions and enzymatic activity in the upper gastrointestinal tract. This obstacle can be overcome with colon-targeted microbeads, which have led to significant advancements in treating colonic diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer, as well as in achieving sustained delivery of macromolecules like peptides and proteins. Polysaccharide-based microbeads (MBs) formulated with gellan gum (GLG) offer a robust platform for controlled and site-specific drug release. GLG, a natural anionic polysaccharide, is renowned for its gelation properties in the presence of divalent cations, biocompatibility, and enzymatic degradability, making it ideal for colon-specific applications. In this review, we explored the potential of GLG-MBs for colon-targeted drug delivery and their physicochemical properties, drug release mechanisms, formulation strategies, therapeutic applications, methods for analytical characterizations, highlighting their advantages over conventional drug delivery, and target specificity towards the colonic disease. Furthermore, we discussed the significant limitations of GLG-MBs, such as burst release, processing, scaling up production, regulatory challenges, and clinical uniformity towards colonic environments. We explored the strategies to overcome key limitations in clinical translation, such as uniformity and regulatory hurdles. The review concludes by outlining the direction of advancing GLG-MBs, emphasizing their potential in achieving efficient and targeted drug delivery towards the colon.
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- Soumyadip Ghosh
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Calcutta Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology and Allied Health Sciences, Banitabla, Uluberia, Howrah-711316, West Bengal, India.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Calcutta Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology and Allied Health Sciences, Banitabla, Uluberia, Howrah-711316, West Bengal, India
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Çoban Ö, Pınar SG, Polat HK, Gedik G, Karakuyu NF, Pezik E, Ünal S, Mokhtare B, Akşit A. Development of lacosamide-loaded in-situ gels through experimental design for evaluation of ocular irritation in vitro and in vivo. J Pharm Sci 2025; 114:1342-1350. [PMID: 39706567 DOI: 10.1016/j.xphs.2024.11.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2024] [Revised: 11/28/2024] [Accepted: 11/28/2024] [Indexed: 12/23/2024]
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Lacosamide (LCM) selectively increases the slow inactivation of voltage-gated sodium channels (VGSCs) and is a N-methyl d-aspartate acid (NMDA) receptor glycine site antagonist. Therefore, it can be used in dryness-related hyperexcitability of corneal cold receptor nerve terminals. Ocular in-situ gels remain in liquid form until they reach the target site, where they undergo a sol-gel transformation in response to specific stimuli. They can show mucoadhesive properties related to the polymer used and increase the residence time of the drug in the mucosa. In the presented study, ocular in-situ gel formulation of LCM, which has potential for use in ocular diseases and consists of hyaluronic acid and poloxamer 407 as polymers, was developed using cold method. The effect of formulation components on target product properties (pH, gelation temperature and viscosity) was evaluated by design of experiments (DoE) design. The optimized LCM-loaded in-situ gel had a pH value of 6.90 ± 0.01, showed pseudo-plastic flow with a viscosity of 562 ± 58 cP at 25 °C, gelled at 33 ± 0.47 °C, and released drugs via the Peppas-Sahlin mechanism. Ocular safety was confirmed via in vitro tests using two different cell lines (L929 and Arpe-19), along with in vivo Draize tests, histological examinations, and Hen's Egg Chario-Allontioc-Membrane (HET-CAM) analysis. In vitro studies confirmed the optimized LCM-loaded in-situ gel's suitability for ocular use, demonstrating long-acting effects through controlled release. In addition, ocular irritation and histological studies have supported that it will not show any toxic effect on the eye tissue.
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- Özlem Çoban
- Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Health, Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency, Ankara, Türkiye.
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Süleyman Demirel University, Isparta, Türkiye
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- Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Health, Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency, Ankara, Türkiye
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Trakya University, Edirne, Türkiye
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacology, Süleyman Demirel University, Isparta, Türkiye
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Erzincan Binali Yıldırım University, Erzincan, Türkiye
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Türkiye
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Pathology, Dicle University, Diyarbakır, Türkiye
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Süleyman Demirel University, Isparta, Türkiye
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Li MN, Jia XZ, Yao QB, Zhu F, Huang YY, Zeng XA. Recent advance for animal-derived polysaccharides in nanomaterials. Food Chem 2024; 459:140208. [PMID: 39053112 DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.140208] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2024] [Revised: 06/18/2024] [Accepted: 06/22/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024]
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Inspired by the structure characteristics of natural products, the size and morphology of particles are carefully controlled using a bottom-up approach to construct nanomaterials with specific spatial unit distribution. Animal polysaccharide nanomaterials, such as chitosan and chondroitin sulfate nanomaterials, exhibit excellent biocompatibility, degradability, customizable surface properties, and novel physical and chemical properties. These nanomaterials hold great potential for development in achieving a sustainable bio-economy. This paper provides a summary of the latest research results on the preparation of nanomaterials from animal polysaccharides. The mechanism for preparing nanomaterials through the bottom-up method from different sources of animal polysaccharides is introduced. Furthermore, this paper discusses the potential hazards posed by industrial applications to the environment and human health, as well as the challenges and future prospects associated with using animal polysaccharides in nanomaterials.
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- Meng-Na Li
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Intelligent Food Manufacturing, College of Food Science and Engineering, Foshan University, Foshan 528225, PR China
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- School of Food Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510640, Guangdong, PR China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Intelligent Food Manufacturing, College of Food Science and Engineering, Foshan University, Foshan 528225, PR China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Intelligent Food Manufacturing, College of Food Science and Engineering, Foshan University, Foshan 528225, PR China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Intelligent Food Manufacturing, College of Food Science and Engineering, Foshan University, Foshan 528225, PR China.
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Intelligent Food Manufacturing, College of Food Science and Engineering, Foshan University, Foshan 528225, PR China; School of Food Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou 510640, Guangdong, PR China.
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Abouelnaga AM, El Nahrawy AM. Spectroscopic investigation, dielectric and antimicrobial properties of chitin-cellulose@ZnO/CuO conductive nanocomposites. SPECTROCHIMICA ACTA. PART A, MOLECULAR AND BIOMOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY 2024; 320:124646. [PMID: 38875926 DOI: 10.1016/j.saa.2024.124646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2023] [Revised: 05/12/2024] [Accepted: 06/10/2024] [Indexed: 06/16/2024]
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In this research, we fabricated a functional conductive nanocomposite with valuable properties through a chitin (CH) and cellulose (CE) polymerization process, incorporating ZnO/(0.1, 0.2, 0.3 mol.%) CuO bioactive nanoparticles. These bioactive nanoparticles, synthesized through sol-gel and polymerization interactions, greatly enhanced the structural, dielectric, and antimicrobial characteristics of CH-CE@ZnO/CuO conductive nanocomposites. The morphological analysis revealed that these nanoparticles, with diameters ranging from 11-25 nm, formed covalent bonds with the membrane matrix, bolstering the conductive nanocomposites ' structural integrity and dielectric performance. The dielectric properties of the conductive nanocomposites were significantly enhanced by the even distribution of ZnO/CuO nanoparticles within the CH-CE composite. Additionally, antimicrobial assessments demonstrated that the CH-CE@ZnO/CuO conductive nanocomposites displayed significant antibacterial properties against the Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, showcasing their potential as active packaging materials for electronic, biosensors, and sustainable applications.
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- Solid State Physics Department, Physics Research Institute, National Research Centre (NRC), 33 El-Bohouth St., Dokki, Cairo 12622, Egypt.
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Matějková N, Korecká L, Šálek P, Kočková O, Pavlova E, Kašparová J, Obořilová R, Farka Z, Frolich K, Adam M, Carrillo A, Šinkorová Z, Bílková Z. Hyaluronic Acid Nanoparticles with Parameters Required for In Vivo Applications: From Synthesis to Parametrization. Biomacromolecules 2024; 25:4934-4945. [PMID: 38943654 PMCID: PMC11323013 DOI: 10.1021/acs.biomac.4c00370] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2024] [Revised: 06/14/2024] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 07/01/2024]
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Hyaluronic acid is an excellent biocompatible material for in vivo applications. Its ability to bind CD44, a cell receptor involved in numerous biological processes, predetermines HA-based nanomaterials as unique carrier for therapeutic and theranostic applications. Although numerous methods for the synthesis of hyaluronic acid nanoparticles (HANPs) are available today, their low reproducibility and wide size distribution hinder the precise assessment of the effect on the organism. A robust and reproducible approach for producing HANPs that meet strict criteria for in vivo applications (e.g., to lung parenchyma) remains challenging. We designed and evaluated four protocols for the preparation of HANPs with those required parameters. The HA molecule was cross-linked by novel combinations of carbodiimide, and four different amine-containing compounds resulted in monodisperse HANPs with a low polydispersity index. By a complex postsynthetic characterization, we confirmed that the prepared HANPs meet the criteria for inhaled therapeutic delivery and other in vivo applications.
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- Nikola Matějková
- Department
of Biological and Biochemical Sciences, Faculty of Chemical Technology, University of Pardubice, Studentská 573, Pardubice 532 10, Czech Republic
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- Department
of Biological and Biochemical Sciences, Faculty of Chemical Technology, University of Pardubice, Studentská 573, Pardubice 532 10, Czech Republic
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- Institute
of Macromolecular Chemistry, Czech Academy of Sciences, Heyrovského nám. 2, Praha 6 162 00, Czech Republic
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- Institute
of Macromolecular Chemistry, Czech Academy of Sciences, Heyrovského nám. 2, Praha 6 162 00, Czech Republic
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- Institute
of Macromolecular Chemistry, Czech Academy of Sciences, Heyrovského nám. 2, Praha 6 162 00, Czech Republic
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- Department
of Biological and Biochemical Sciences, Faculty of Chemical Technology, University of Pardubice, Studentská 573, Pardubice 532 10, Czech Republic
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- Central
European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, Brno 625 00, Czech Republic
- Department
of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Masaryk
University, Kamenice
5, Brno 625 00, Czech Republic
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- Central
European Institute of Technology, Masaryk University, Kamenice 5, Brno 625 00, Czech Republic
- Department
of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Masaryk
University, Kamenice
5, Brno 625 00, Czech Republic
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- Department
of Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemical Technology, University of Pardubice, Studentská 573, Pardubice 532 10, Czech Republic
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- Department
of Analytical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemical
Technology, University of Pardubice, Studentská 573, Pardubice 532 10, Czech Republic
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- Department
of Radiobiology, Faculty of Military Health
Sciences, University of Defence, Třebešská 1575, Hradec Králové 500 01, Czech Republic
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- Department
of Radiobiology, Faculty of Military Health
Sciences, University of Defence, Třebešská 1575, Hradec Králové 500 01, Czech Republic
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- Department
of Biological and Biochemical Sciences, Faculty of Chemical Technology, University of Pardubice, Studentská 573, Pardubice 532 10, Czech Republic
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Liu Z, Bao Y, Lan H, Pu Y. Synthesis of Pseudostellaria heterophylla polysaccharide-gold nanocomposites and their antitumor effect through immunomodulation. Microsc Res Tech 2024; 87:1663-1673. [PMID: 38491931 DOI: 10.1002/jemt.24537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2023] [Revised: 02/01/2024] [Accepted: 02/18/2024] [Indexed: 03/18/2024]
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Polysaccharides from natural sources have an excellent immune function and low toxicity; however, their limitations such as short half-life and instability limit their sustained pharmacological activity. In this context, the combination of polysaccharides and nanotechnology have been developed to promote the stability and prolong the immune activities of polysaccharides. To synthesize and explore the antitumor effect and immunomodulatory activity of PHP-AuNPs. Polysaccharides extracted from Pseudostellaria heterophylla were used to synthesize gold nanocomposites (PHP-AuNPs), and their physicochemical properties and immunoregulatory effect in vitro and in vivo were analyzed. The PHP-AuNPs were green synthesized with high biosafety. PHP-AuNPs can activate macrophages in vitro and decrease the tumor weight and volume, whereas they increase the immune organ index in vivo. Besides, PHP-AuNPs showed a beneficial effect for maintaining the immune balance of CD4+/CD8+ T cells and modulating the release of cytokines such as TNF-α increase and IL-10 decrease in mice. All these results suggested that PHP-AuNPs exhibit a remarkable antitumor effect and stronger immunomodulatory activity than that of free PHP-1. RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS: The P. heterophylla polysaccharide-gold nanocomposites (PHP-AuNPs) were synthesized and physicochemical properties were characterized. The cytotoxicity in vitro and immunomodulatory effects of PHP-AuNPs on macrophages were analyzed. The immune-antitumor effects in vivo of PHP-AuNPs have also been confirmed.
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- Zijing Liu
- Department of Gastroenterology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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Zhang Y, Zhang Y, Ding R, Zhang K, Guo H, Lin Y. Self-Assembled Nanocarrier Delivery Systems for Bioactive Compounds. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2024; 20:e2310838. [PMID: 38214694 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202310838] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2023] [Revised: 12/25/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2024]
Abstract
Although bioactive compounds (BCs) have many important functions, their applications are greatly limited due to their own defects. The development of nanocarriers (NCs) technology has gradually overcome the defects of BCs. NCs are equally important as BCs to some extent. Self-assembly (SA) methods to build NCs have many advantages than chemical methods, and SA has significant impact on the structure and function of NCs. However, the relationship among SA mechanism, structure, and function has not been given enough attention. Therefore, from the perspective of bottom-up building mechanism, the concept of SA-structure-function of NCs is emphasized to promote the development of SA-based NCs. First, the conditions and forces for occurring SA are introduced, and then the SA basis and molecular mechanism of protein, polysaccharide, and lipid are summarized. Then, varieties of the structures formed based on SA are introduced in detail. Finally, facing the defects of BCs and how to be well solved by NCs are also elaborated. This review attempts to describe the great significance of constructing artificial NCs to deliver BCs from the aspects of SA-structure-function, so as to promote the development of SA-based NCs and the wide application of BCs.
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- Yafei Zhang
- Key Laboratory of Functional Dairy, College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Key Laboratory of Functional Dairy, College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100083, China
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- Key Laboratory of Precision Nutrition and Food Quality, Department of Nutrition and Health, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100089, China
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- Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Safety, Ministry of Education, College of Food Science and Engineering, Tianjin University of Science and Technology, Tianjin, 300457, China
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- Key Laboratory of Functional Dairy, College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100083, China
- Key Laboratory of Precision Nutrition and Food Quality, Department of Nutrition and Health, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100089, China
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- Key Laboratory of Precision Nutrition and Food Quality, Department of Nutrition and Health, China Agricultural University, Beijing, 100089, China
- Food Laboratory of Zhongyuan, Luohe, 462300, China
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Stevanović M, Filipović N. A Review of Recent Developments in Biopolymer Nano-Based Drug Delivery Systems with Antioxidative Properties: Insights into the Last Five Years. Pharmaceutics 2024; 16:670. [PMID: 38794332 PMCID: PMC11125366 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16050670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2024] [Revised: 05/11/2024] [Accepted: 05/14/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
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In recent years, biopolymer-based nano-drug delivery systems with antioxidative properties have gained significant attention in the field of pharmaceutical research. These systems offer promising strategies for targeted and controlled drug delivery while also providing antioxidant effects that can mitigate oxidative stress-related diseases. Generally, the healthcare landscape is constantly evolving, necessitating the continual development of innovative therapeutic approaches and drug delivery systems (DDSs). DDSs play a pivotal role in enhancing treatment efficacy, minimizing adverse effects, and optimizing patient compliance. Among these, nanotechnology-driven delivery approaches have garnered significant attention due to their unique properties, such as improved solubility, controlled release, and targeted delivery. Nanomaterials, including nanoparticles, nanocapsules, nanotubes, etc., offer versatile platforms for drug delivery and tissue engineering applications. Additionally, biopolymer-based DDSs hold immense promise, leveraging natural or synthetic biopolymers to encapsulate drugs and enable targeted and controlled release. These systems offer numerous advantages, including biocompatibility, biodegradability, and low immunogenicity. The utilization of polysaccharides, polynucleotides, proteins, and polyesters as biopolymer matrices further enhances the versatility and applicability of DDSs. Moreover, substances with antioxidative properties have emerged as key players in combating oxidative stress-related diseases, offering protection against cellular damage and chronic illnesses. The development of biopolymer-based nanoformulations with antioxidative properties represents a burgeoning research area, with a substantial increase in publications in recent years. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the recent developments within this area over the past five years. It discusses various biopolymer materials, fabrication techniques, stabilizers, factors influencing degradation, and drug release. Additionally, it highlights emerging trends, challenges, and prospects in this rapidly evolving field.
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- Magdalena Stevanović
- Group for Biomedical Engineering and Nanobiotechnology, Institute of Technical Sciences of SASA, Kneza Mihaila 35/IV, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia;
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Gupta C, Hazra C, Poddar P, Dhara D, Byram PK, Chakravorty N, Sen R, Ghosh SK. Development and performance evaluation of self-assembled pH-responsive curcumin-bacterial exopolysaccharide micellar conjugates as bioactive delivery system. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 263:130372. [PMID: 38395275 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.130372] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024]
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The present study reports the synthesis of micellar conjugates, wherein curcumin (Cur), a bioactive compound with poor bioavailability, was covalently bonded to a bacterial exopolysaccharide (EPS). These conjugates were synthesized by utilizing succinic acid that linked Cur to the pyranosyl moiety of the EPS. The Cur-EPS conjugates appeared as spherical micelles in aqueous solution and were found to have an average hydrodynamic diameter of 254 ± 2.7 nm. The micellar conjugates showed superior stability than Cur as evident from their negative surface charge (-27 ± 1.8 mV) and low polydispersity index (PDI) (0.33 ± 0.04). The in vitro studies on release kinetics helped elucidate the pH-responsive characteristics of the Cur-EPS conjugate, as 87.50 ± 1.45 % of Cur was released at an acidic pH of 5.6, in contrast to 30.15 ± 2.61 % at systemic pH of 7.4 at 150 h. The conjugates were hemocompatible and exhibited cytotoxic effect against the osteosarcoma cell line (MG-63) after 48 h treatment. They also demonstrated superior antibacterial, antibiofilm, and antioxidant activities in comparison to free Cur. Therefore, the Cur-EPS conjugates have potential pharmaceutical applications as therapeutic biomaterial that can be applied as a drug delivery system.
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- Chandrika Gupta
- Department of Biotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, West Bengal, India
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- School of Medical Science and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, West Bengal, India
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- School of Medical Science and Technology, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Biotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, West Bengal, India.
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- Department of Biotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, West Bengal, India
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Sangnim T, Dheer D, Jangra N, Huanbutta K, Puri V, Sharma A. Chitosan in Oral Drug Delivery Formulations: A Review. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:2361. [PMID: 37765329 PMCID: PMC10538129 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15092361] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2023] [Revised: 09/03/2023] [Accepted: 09/18/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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Nanoformulations have become increasingly useful as drug delivery technologies in recent decades. As therapeutics, oral administration is the most common delivery method, although it is not always the most effective route because of challenges with swallowing, gastrointestinal discomfort, low solubility, and poor absorption. One of the most significant barriers that medications must overcome to exert a therapeutic effect is the impact of the first hepatic transit. Studies have shown that controlled-release systems using nanoparticles composed of biodegradable natural polymers significantly improve oral administration, which is why these materials have attracted significant attention. Chitosan possesses a wide variety of properties and functions in the pharmaceutical as well as healthcare industries. Drug encapsulation and transport within the body are two of its most important features. Moreover, chitosan can enhance drug efficacy by facilitating drug interaction with target cells. Based on its physicochemical properties, chitosan can potentially be synthesized into nanoparticles, and this review summarizes recent advances and applications of orally delivered chitosan nanoparticle interventions.
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- Tanikan Sangnim
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Burapha University, Chonburi 20131, Thailand
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- Chitkara School of Pharmacy, Chitkara University, Baddi 174103, Himachal Pradesh, India
- Chemical Biology Unit, Institute of Nano Science and Technology, Knowledge City, Sector 81, Mohali 140306, Punjab, India
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- Chitkara School of Pharmacy, Chitkara University, Baddi 174103, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Department of Manufacturing Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Rangsit University, Pathum Thani 12000, Thailand
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- Chitkara School of Pharmacy, Chitkara University, Baddi 174103, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Chitkara School of Pharmacy, Chitkara University, Baddi 174103, Himachal Pradesh, India
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