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Ethylene oxide graft copolymers reduce the immunogenicity of lipid nanoparticles

LNPs made with the polyamide PGE have low immunogenicity and outperform PEG-LNPs after chronic administration.

Graphical abstract: Ethylene oxide graft copolymers reduce the immunogenicity of lipid nanoparticles
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Multifunctional combined drug-loaded nanofibrous dressings with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant stress and microenvironment improvement for diabetic wounds

The treatment of diabetic wounds remains a formidable clinical challenge worldwide.

Graphical abstract: Multifunctional combined drug-loaded nanofibrous dressings with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant stress and microenvironment improvement for diabetic wounds
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Design and comprehensive characterization of dry powder inhalation aerosols of simvastatin DPPC/DPPG lung surfactant-mimic nanoparticles/microparticles for pulmonary nanomedicine

Simvastatin-loaded DPPC/DPPG proliposomes synthesized by spray drying show aerosol dispersion as dry powder inhalers and in vitro sustained delivery.

Graphical abstract: Design and comprehensive characterization of dry powder inhalation aerosols of simvastatin DPPC/DPPG lung surfactant-mimic nanoparticles/microparticles for pulmonary nanomedicine
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Evaluation of magnetic hyperthermia, drug delivery and biocompatibility (bone cell adhesion and zebrafish assays) of trace element co-doped hydroxyapatite combined with Mn–Zn ferrite for bone tissue applications

The treatment and regeneration of bone defects, especially tumor-induced defects, is an issue in clinical practice and remains a major challenge for bone substitute material invention.

Graphical abstract: Evaluation of magnetic hyperthermia, drug delivery and biocompatibility (bone cell adhesion and zebrafish assays) of trace element co-doped hydroxyapatite combined with Mn–Zn ferrite for bone tissue applications
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Magnetic nanoparticles and possible synergies with cold atmospheric plasma for cancer treatment

The biomedical applications of magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) have gained increasing attention due to their unique biological, chemical, and magnetic properties such as biocompatibility, chemical stability, and high magnetic susceptibility.

Graphical abstract: Magnetic nanoparticles and possible synergies with cold atmospheric plasma for cancer treatment
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Therapeutic applications of RNA nanostructures

Non-immunogenic RNA nanostructures are functionalized for/with RNAi, mRNA, ribozymes, CRISPR, and small molecule drugs. Immunogenic RNA nanostructures are designed as immunostimulants and cancer vaccine platforms. Created in Biorender.com.

Graphical abstract: Therapeutic applications of RNA nanostructures
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Glycyrrhetinic acid-modified redox-sensitive polymeric mixed micelles for tumor-specific intracellular delivery of cantharidin

The preparation of glycyrrhetinic acid-modified and redox-sensitive polymeric mixed micelles loaded cantharidin (CTD) which could target to hepatoma carcinoma cell and release CTD rapidly.

Graphical abstract: Glycyrrhetinic acid-modified redox-sensitive polymeric mixed micelles for tumor-specific intracellular delivery of cantharidin
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Core-size and geometry versus toxicity in small amino terminated PAMAM dendrimers

The toxicity of 6 small dendrimers has been investigated in three different human cancer cell lines (HeLa, MCF-7, THP-1) and the endothelial skin cell line HMEC-1 in order to evaluate their potential as vehicles for drug delivery.

Graphical abstract: Core-size and geometry versus toxicity in small amino terminated PAMAM dendrimers
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New multifunctional hybrids as modulators of apoptosis markers and topoisomerase II in breast cancer therapy: synthesis, characterization, and in vitro and in silico studies

Recently, molecular hybrids of two or more active pharmacophores have shown promise for designing and synthesizing anticancer drugs.

Graphical abstract: New multifunctional hybrids as modulators of apoptosis markers and topoisomerase II in breast cancer therapy: synthesis, characterization, and in vitro and in silico studies
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α-Terpineol loaded, electron beam crosslinked polyvinyl alcohol/tapioca starch hydrogel sheets; fabrication, characterization and evaluation of wound healing potential on a full thickness acid burn wound

α-Terpineol loaded, electron beam crosslinked PVA/tapioca pearl starch hydrogel sheets utilised for the healing of a full thickness acid burn wound.

Graphical abstract: α-Terpineol loaded, electron beam crosslinked polyvinyl alcohol/tapioca starch hydrogel sheets; fabrication, characterization and evaluation of wound healing potential on a full thickness acid burn wound
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Amelioration of gold nanoparticles mediated through Ocimum oil extracts induces reactive oxygen species and mitochondrial instability against MCF-7 breast carcinoma

The bottom-up synthesis of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) using Ocimum sanctum essential oil extracts exhibited excellent antimicrobial and therapeutic potential against MCF 7 breast carcinoma through flow cytometry analysis and DNA damage studies.

Graphical abstract: Amelioration of gold nanoparticles mediated through Ocimum oil extracts induces reactive oxygen species and mitochondrial instability against MCF-7 breast carcinoma
Open Access Review Article

Nanomaterials: innovative approaches for addressing key objectives in periodontitis treatment

Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease primarily caused by dental plaque, which is a significant global public health concern due to its high prevalence and severe impact on oral, and even systemic diseases.

Graphical abstract: Nanomaterials: innovative approaches for addressing key objectives in periodontitis treatment
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FDA-approved drugs containing dimethylamine pharmacophore: a review of the last 50 years

Dimethylamine (DMA) derivatives represent a promising class of compounds with significant potential in the field of medicinal chemistry.

Graphical abstract: FDA-approved drugs containing dimethylamine pharmacophore: a review of the last 50 years
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A superporous and pH-sensitive hydrogel from Salvia hispanica (chia) seeds: stimuli responsiveness, on–off switching, and pharmaceutical applications

The chia seeds hydrogel (CSH) is a superporous, superabsorbent, haemocompatible, and smart biomaterial exhibiting stimuli-responsive swelling–deswelling behavior and sustained drug release.

Graphical abstract: A superporous and pH-sensitive hydrogel from Salvia hispanica (chia) seeds: stimuli responsiveness, on–off switching, and pharmaceutical applications
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A gold cluster fused manganese dioxide nanocube loaded with dihydroartemisinin for effective cancer treatment via amplified oxidative stress

A multifunctional nanomedicine has been developed to treat cancer cells by amplifying oxidative stress and integrating bioimaging for therapeutic monitoring.

Graphical abstract: A gold cluster fused manganese dioxide nanocube loaded with dihydroartemisinin for effective cancer treatment via amplified oxidative stress
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Inhalable drug-loaded silk fibroin carriers for pulmonary drug delivery

The design and development of SF-based engineered micro and nano-carriers, with potential enhanced therapeutic performance over traditional delivery methods, could be essential for pharmaceutical research.

Graphical abstract: Inhalable drug-loaded silk fibroin carriers for pulmonary drug delivery
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Preparation and characterization of a ciprofloxacin-loaded nanoparticles incorporated polymeric film dressing

Antibiotic (ciprofloxacin)-loaded sodium alginate (SA)–chitosan (CS) nanoparticles (NPs) were incorporated into novel arabinoxylan (AX)–pectin (PC) polymeric films and characterized for application in wound dressing.

Graphical abstract: Preparation and characterization of a ciprofloxacin-loaded nanoparticles incorporated polymeric film dressing
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BrSPR-20-P1 peptide isolated from Brevibacillus sp. developed into liposomal hydrogel as a potential topical antimicrobial agent

BrSPR-20-P1 antimicrobial peptide (P1-AMP) is a novel antimicrobial peptide isolated from Brevibacillus sp. SPR-20 and has been developed as a liposomal in chitosan hydrogel. It has potential to be used as a topical antimicrobial agent.

Graphical abstract: BrSPR-20-P1 peptide isolated from Brevibacillus sp. developed into liposomal hydrogel as a potential topical antimicrobial agent
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Gold nanorod-based smart platform for efficient cellular uptake and combination therapy

An amphiphilic polymer-coated GNR platform was studied for chemo- and photothermal combination therapy, promoting controlled drug release, and inducing cellular uptake by deforming the cell membrane under NIR light.

Graphical abstract: Gold nanorod-based smart platform for efficient cellular uptake and combination therapy
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Artificial intelligence-aiding lab-on-a-chip workforce designed oral [3.1.0] bi and [4.2.0] tricyclic catalytic interceptors inhibiting multiple SARS-CoV-2 protomers assisted by double-shell deep learning

Deep learning-integrated lab-on-a-chip in designing oral [3.1.0] bi and [4.2.0] tricyclic interceptors inhibiting multiple SARS-CoV-2 protomers.

Graphical abstract: Artificial intelligence-aiding lab-on-a-chip workforce designed oral [3.1.0] bi and [4.2.0] tricyclic catalytic interceptors inhibiting multiple SARS-CoV-2 protomers assisted by double-shell deep learning
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Biodegradation of hydroxylated boron nitride nanoplatelets, their toxic effect and drug delivery application

–OH/BNNPs synthesis and release of DOX in a pH dependent manner to induce apoptosis.

Graphical abstract: Biodegradation of hydroxylated boron nitride nanoplatelets, their toxic effect and drug delivery application
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Glucospanlastics: innovative antioxidant and anticancer ascorbyl-2-glucoside vesicles for striking topical performance of repurposed itraconazole

Ascorbyl glucoside utilization in the preparation of innovative glucospanlastics loaded itraconazole for topical delivery.

Graphical abstract: Glucospanlastics: innovative antioxidant and anticancer ascorbyl-2-glucoside vesicles for striking topical performance of repurposed itraconazole
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Design and characterisation of casein coated and drug loaded magnetic nanoparticles for theranostic applications

Magnetic protein-coated, drug-loaded nanohybrids have huge potential in future cancer theranostics for real-time monitored drug delivery.

Graphical abstract: Design and characterisation of casein coated and drug loaded magnetic nanoparticles for theranostic applications
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Fatty aldehyde bisulfite adducts as a purification handle in ionizable lipid synthesis

Rapid access to ALC-0315, a crucial component of the formulated Pfizer Covid vaccine, was obtained by employing solid adduct formation and filtration in place of chromatographic separation, allowing for a more scalable synthesis.

Graphical abstract: Fatty aldehyde bisulfite adducts as a purification handle in ionizable lipid synthesis
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Bortezomib-encapsulated metal–phenolic nanoparticles for intracellular drug delivery

The bortezomib (BTZ)-encapsulated metal–phenolic nanoparticles were prepared by the self-assembly of BTZ, tannic acid (TA), and Fe3+, which can be used for the intracellular delivery of BTZ.

Graphical abstract: Bortezomib-encapsulated metal–phenolic nanoparticles for intracellular drug delivery
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