Issue 4, 2024

Protein-guided biomimetic nanomaterials: a versatile theranostic nanoplatform for biomedical applications

Abstract

Over the years, bioinspired mineralization-based approaches have been applied to synthesize multifunctional organic–inorganic nanocomposites. These nanocomposites can address the growing demands of modern biomedical applications. Proteins, serving as vital biological templates, play a pivotal role in the nucleation and growth processes of various organic–inorganic nanocomposites. Protein-mineralized nanomaterials (PMNMs) have attracted significant interest from researchers due to their facile and convenient preparation, strong physiological activity, stability, impressive biocompatibility, and biodegradability. Nevertheless, few comprehensive reviews have expounded on the progress of these nanomaterials in biomedicine. This article systematically reviews the principles and strategies for constructing nanomaterials using protein-directed biomineralization and biomimetic mineralization techniques. Subsequently, we focus on their recent applications in the biomedical field, encompassing areas such as bioimaging, as well as anti-tumor, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory therapies. Furthermore, we discuss the challenges encountered in practical applications of these materials and explore their potential in future applications. This review aspired to catalyze the continued development of these bioinspired nanomaterials in drug development and clinical diagnosis, ultimately contributing to the fields of precision medicine and translational medicine.

Graphical abstract: Protein-guided biomimetic nanomaterials: a versatile theranostic nanoplatform for biomedical applications

Article information

Article type
Minireview
Submitted
30 Okt. 2023
Accepted
16 Dec. 2023
First published
21 Dec. 2023

Nanoscale, 2024,16, 1633-1649

Protein-guided biomimetic nanomaterials: a versatile theranostic nanoplatform for biomedical applications

D. Zhang, Y. Pan, B. Chen, X. Lu, Q. Xu, P. Wang, R. K. Kankala, N. Jiang, S. Wang and A. Chen, Nanoscale, 2024, 16, 1633 DOI: 10.1039/D3NR05495K

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