Issue 18, 2024

Metal ion interference therapy: metal-based nanomaterial-mediated mechanisms and strategies to boost intracellular “ion overload” for cancer treatment

Abstract

Metal ion interference therapy (MIIT) has emerged as a promising approach in the field of nanomedicine for combatting cancer. With advancements in nanotechnology and tumor targeting-related strategies, sophisticated nanoplatforms have emerged to facilitate efficient MIIT in xenografted mouse models. However, the diverse range of metal ions and the intricacies of cellular metabolism have presented challenges in fully understanding this therapeutic approach, thereby impeding its progress. Thus, to address these issues, various amplification strategies focusing on ionic homeostasis and cancer cell metabolism have been devised to enhance MIIT efficacy. In this review, the remarkable progress in Fe, Cu, Ca, and Zn ion interference nanomedicines and understanding their intrinsic mechanism is summarized with particular emphasis on the types of amplification strategies employed to strengthen MIIT. The aim is to inspire an in-depth understanding of MIIT and provide guidance and ideas for the construction of more powerful nanoplatforms. Finally, the related challenges and prospects of this emerging treatment are discussed to pave the way for the next generation of cancer treatments and achieve the desired efficacy in patients.

Graphical abstract: Metal ion interference therapy: metal-based nanomaterial-mediated mechanisms and strategies to boost intracellular “ion overload” for cancer treatment

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Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
20 apr 2024
Accepted
28 jun 2024
First published
29 jun 2024

Mater. Horiz., 2024,11, 4275-4310

Metal ion interference therapy: metal-based nanomaterial-mediated mechanisms and strategies to boost intracellular “ion overload” for cancer treatment

Y. Li, Y. Wang, L. Zhao, M. H. Stenzel and Y. Jiang, Mater. Horiz., 2024, 11, 4275 DOI: 10.1039/D4MH00470A

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