Issue 34, 2024

Emerging lipid–polymer hybrid nanoparticles for genome editing

Abstract

Genome editing technologies have been key to unlocking new bioengineering strategies as they enable the modification of mammalian cells’ genes in a fully user-programmed mode. Despite major advancements, the development of proficient systems for a safer and more efficient delivery of gene editing machineries into all classes of mammalian cells is still challenging. In this context, new generations of lipid–polymer hybrid nanoparticles are rapidly emerging as potentially valuable alternatives to upgrade mainstream gene delivery toolboxes. Building on this, herein we showcase the most recent advances in designing hybrid nanocarriers for the delivery of genome editing components. Major polymer and lipid features harnessed for optimal CRISPR/Cas9-based gene editing, along with tissue- and cell-targeting strategies are specifically highlighted. Alongside this, key technologies for the formulation of lipid–polymer conjugates are showcased. Such hybrid vehicles, along with the existing chemical toolsets are envisioned to unlock progressively more proficient nonviral platforms for maximizing genome editing efficacy, especially in the most challenging primary cells or tissues.

Graphical abstract: Emerging lipid–polymer hybrid nanoparticles for genome editing

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
15 мар 2024
Accepted
29 юли 2024
First published
02 авг 2024

Polym. Chem., 2024,15, 3436-3468

Emerging lipid–polymer hybrid nanoparticles for genome editing

M. Gameiro, J. F. Mano and V. M. Gaspar, Polym. Chem., 2024, 15, 3436 DOI: 10.1039/D4PY00298A

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