The air quality in China has improved significantly in the last decade and,correspondingly,the characteristics of PM_(2.5)have also changed.We studied the interannual variation of PM_(2.5)in Chengdu,one of the most he...The air quality in China has improved significantly in the last decade and,correspondingly,the characteristics of PM_(2.5)have also changed.We studied the interannual variation of PM_(2.5)in Chengdu,one of the most heavily polluted megacities in southwest China,during the most polluted season(winter).Our results show that the mass concentrations of PM_(2.5)decreased significantly year-by-year,from 195.8±91.0μg/m~3in winter 2016 to 96.1±39.3μg/m^(3)in winter 2020.The mass concentrations of organic matter(OM),SO_()4^(2-),NH_(4)^(+)and NO_(3)^(-)decreased by 49.6%,57.1%,49.7% and 28.7%,respectively.The differential reduction in the concentrations of chemical components increased the contributions from secondary organic carbon and NO_(3)^(-)and there was a larger contribution from mobile sources.The contribution of OM and NO_(3)^(-)not only increased with increasing levels of pollution,but also increased year-by-year at the same level of pollution.Four sources of PM_(2.5)were identified:combustion sources,vehicular emissions,dust and secondary aerosols.Secondary aerosols made the highest contribution and increased year-by-year,from 40.6%in winter 2016 to 46.3% in winter 2020.By contrast,the contribution from combustion sources decreased from 14.4% to 8.7%.Our results show the effectiveness of earlier pollution reduction policies and emphasizes that priority should be given to key pollutants(e.g.,OM and NO_(3)^(-))and sources(secondary aerosols and vehicular emissions)in future policies for the reduction of pollution in Chengdu during the winter months.展开更多
Objective This study investigated the feasibility of screening residual normal ovarian tissues based on the expression of Bmi-1 and EZH2 in tissues adjacent to orthotopic ovarian carcinomas in nude mice. Methods The h...Objective This study investigated the feasibility of screening residual normal ovarian tissues based on the expression of Bmi-1 and EZH2 in tissues adjacent to orthotopic ovarian carcinomas in nude mice. Methods The human epithelial ovarian cancer cell line OVCAR3 was grown in subcutaneous tissues and the tumor tissues were orthotopically implanted. The expression levels of Bmi-1 and EZH2 were detected by immunohistochemical staining and RT-PCR in cancer tissues, proximal and remote tissues with respect to the cancer tissues, and normal ovarian tissues of nude mice.Results Thirty-five ovarian tissue samples with normal biopsy results were obtained from 40 cases of human epithelial ovarian cancer in the nude mice in which the tumor tissues were orthotopically implanted. Bmi-1 and EZH2 expression levels were lower in proximal paraneoplastic tissue samples than in cancer tissue samples(P < 0.05) and higher than in remote paraneoplastic tissue samples(P < 0.01). No significant difference was found in the expression levels of Bmi-1 and EZH2 using immunohistochemistry among residual normal ovarian tissues obtained from orthotopically implanted models that differed in severity. The expression of Bmi-1 and EZH2 was negative in 20 normal ovarian tissue samples.Conclusion The expression levels of Bmi-1 and EZH2 were reduced with increasing distance from the cancer tissues. Negative expression of these tumor-associated genes can be used as a standard for the screening of normal ovarian tissues adjacent to tumor tissues. Normal ovarian tissues can be obtained from the tissues adjacent to tumors.展开更多
OBJECTIVE The antioxidative system in human hepatocellular carcinoma was investigated. METHODS The activities of cytosolic catalase (CAT), superoxide dismu-tase, glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), glutathione S-tranfera...OBJECTIVE The antioxidative system in human hepatocellular carcinoma was investigated. METHODS The activities of cytosolic catalase (CAT), superoxide dismu-tase, glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), glutathione S-tranferase and levels of reduced glutathione, total protein thiols and malondialdehyde were assayed in 10 cases of hepatocellular carcinoma and adjacent normal liver. RESULTS Hepatoma tissues showed higher activities of CAT, GSH -Px and lower content of total antioxidative capacity compared to adjacent normal liver tissue (P<0.05). CONCLUSION These findings suggest that the antioxidative defense-related enzymes and antioxidants are largely regulated in hepatoma cells. However, the mechanism which is not clear requires further investigation.展开更多
Dear editor,Vaccines are the most efficient and effective means to prevent infectious diseases,but improving the long-term protective efficacy is still a major challenge in contemporary vaccine development.1 The wanin...Dear editor,Vaccines are the most efficient and effective means to prevent infectious diseases,but improving the long-term protective efficacy is still a major challenge in contemporary vaccine development.1 The waning immunity varies depending on the diversification of the pathogen and the number of booster doses.1 Strategies to overcome this warrant is using adjuvants that amplify the immune response,and drive the production of memory B and T cells or long-lived plasma cells that recognize the pathogen for durable protection.2–4 Although existing adjuvants have achieved promising results,research on generating durable protective immunity is lacking in promoting vaccine development and staying ahead of global pandemics such as coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19).The precisely designed nanoadjuvants can enhance lymph node targeting and increase antigenpresenting cell(APCs)uptake,achieving the co-delivery of adjuvants and antigens and activating innate and adaptive immune responses.5 Previously,we reported a manganese nanoadjuvant(MnARK)and receptor-binding domain(RBD)monomer antigen formulated nanovaccine.6 MnARK transported antigens to lymph nodes,activated the STING pathway,elicited strong neutralizing abilities and increased immune memory T cell percentage against the infection of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2(SARS-CoV-2).6 Regarding the long-term protection potential of MnARK for subunit vaccine development,we further explored the durable immune regulation abilities of MnARK to a SARS-CoV-2 RBD dimer antigen,which has been used in an approved COVID-19 subunit vaccine ZF2001 with aluminum adjuvant(alum).7,8 TEM result revealed that RBD dimer could interact with BSA on MnARK surface and epitope can be well preserved(Supplementary Fig.1a).The size and zeta potential of MnARK-RBD dimer nanovaccine was~58 nm and-14 mV,respectively(Supplementary Fig.1b,c).展开更多
With research burgeoning in nanoscience and nanotechnology,there is an urgent need to develop new biological models that can simulate native structure,function,and genetic properties of tissues to evaluate the adverse...With research burgeoning in nanoscience and nanotechnology,there is an urgent need to develop new biological models that can simulate native structure,function,and genetic properties of tissues to evaluate the adverse or beneficial effects of nanomaterials on a host.Among the current biological models,three-dimensional(3D)organoids have developed as powerful tools in the study of nanomaterial-biology(nano-bio)interactions,since these models can overcome many of the limitations of cell and animal models.A deep understanding of organoid techniques will facilitate the development of more efficient nanomedicines and further the fields of tissue engineering and personalized medicine.Herein,we summarize the recent progress in intestinal organoids culture systems with a focus on our understanding of the nature and influencing factors of intestinal organoid growth.We also discuss biomimetic extracellular matrices(ECMs)coupled with nanotechnology.In particular,we analyze the application prospects for intestinal organoids in investigating nano-intestine interactions.By integrating nanotechnology and organoid technology,this recently developed model will fill the gaps left due to the deficiencies of traditional cell and animal models,thus accelerating both our understanding of intestine-related nanotoxicity and the development of nanomedicines.展开更多
Vaccines that are reliable and efficacious are essential in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.In this study,we designed a dual-adjuvant system with two pathogen-associated molecular patterns(PAMPs),MnOx and CpG....Vaccines that are reliable and efficacious are essential in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.In this study,we designed a dual-adjuvant system with two pathogen-associated molecular patterns(PAMPs),MnOx and CpG.This system can improve the retention of antigens at the injection site,facilitate pro-inflammatory cytokines secretion,further recruit and activate dendritic cells(DCs).As a result,antigens can be delivered to lymph nodes specifically,and adaptive immunity was strengthened.The immunized group showed an enhanced and broadened humoral and cellular immune response in systemic immunity and lung protection when combined with a tandem repeat-linked dimeric antigen version of the SARS-CoV-2 receptor binding domain(RBDdimer).Remarkably,even with a significant reduction in antigen dosage(three times lower)and a decrease in injection frequencies,our nanovaccine was able to produce the highest neutralizing antibody titers against various mutants.These titers were four-fold higher for the wild-type strain and two-fold higher for both the Beta and Omicron variants in comparison with those elicited by the Alum adjuvant group.In conclusion,our dual-adjuvant formulation presents a promising protein subunit-based candidate vaccine against SARS-CoV-2.展开更多
Engineered nanomaterials(ENMs)with different topographies provide effective nano−bio interfaces for controlling the differentiation of stem cells.The interaction of stem cells with nanoscale topographies and chemical ...Engineered nanomaterials(ENMs)with different topographies provide effective nano−bio interfaces for controlling the differentiation of stem cells.The interaction of stem cells with nanoscale topographies and chemical cues in their microenvironment at the nano−bio interface can guide their fate.The use of nanotopographical cues,in particular nanorods,nanopillars,nanogrooves,nanofibers,and nanopits,as well as biochemical forces mediated factors,including growth factors,cytokines,and extracellular matrix proteins,can significantly impact stem cell differentiation.These factors were seen as very effective in determining the proliferation and spreading of stem cells.The specific outgrowth of stem cells can be decided with size variation of topographic nanomaterial along with variation in matrix stiffness and surface structure like a special arrangement.The precision chemistry enabled controlled design,synthesis,and chemical composition of ENMs can regulate stem cell behaviors.The parameters of size such as aspect ratio,diameter,and pore size of nanotopographic structures are the main factors for specific termination of stem cells.Protein corona nanoparticles(NPs)have shown a powerful facet in stem cell therapy,where combining specific proteins could facilitate a certain stem cell differentiation and cellular proliferation.Nano−bio reactions implicate the interaction between biological entities and nanoparticles,which can be used to tailor the stem cells’culmination.The ion release can also be a parameter to enhance cellular proliferation and to commit the early differentiation of stem cells.Further research is needed to fully understand the mechanisms underlying the interactions between engineered nano−bio interfaces and stem cells and to develop optimized regenerative medicine and tissue engineering designs.展开更多
目的探讨整合照护在阿尔茨海默病患者长期管理中的应用效果。方法对2016年3月—2018年3月入住杭州市福利中心的88例阿尔茨海默病患者,给予整合照护方法进行干预,主要包括照护人员课程培训、个案管理、环境布置、团体活动等。使用日常生...目的探讨整合照护在阿尔茨海默病患者长期管理中的应用效果。方法对2016年3月—2018年3月入住杭州市福利中心的88例阿尔茨海默病患者,给予整合照护方法进行干预,主要包括照护人员课程培训、个案管理、环境布置、团体活动等。使用日常生活活动问卷(Activities of Daily Living Questionnaire,ADLQ)、Zarit照顾负担量表(Zarit Burden Interview,ZBI)和生存质量量表(Quality of Life,QOL),测量并比较干预前、干预3个月后以及6个月后的变化。结果干预3个月和6个月后,患者的ADLQ评分、QOL评分较干预前明显提高,同时患者ZBI评分较干预前明显减轻,差异具有统计学意义(ADLQ:49.32±10.99比52.74±9.31,QOL:16.73±6.16比30.18±4.61,ZBI:31.64±14.73比20.13±11.61;P<0.05)。结论整合照护可用于改善阿尔茨海默病患者的日常生活能力和生活质量,减轻照护人员负担,提高对阿尔茨海默病患者的护理水平。展开更多
Precise nanomedicine has been extensively explored for efficient cancer imaging and targeted cancer therapy, as evidenced by a few breakthroughs in their preclinical and clinical explorations. Here, we demonstrate the...Precise nanomedicine has been extensively explored for efficient cancer imaging and targeted cancer therapy, as evidenced by a few breakthroughs in their preclinical and clinical explorations. Here, we demonstrate the recent advances of intelligent cancer nanomedicine, and discuss the comprehensive understanding of their structure-function relationship for smart and efficient cancer nanomedicine including various imaging and therapeutic applications, as well as nanotoxicity. In particular, a few emerging strategies that have advanced cancer nanomedicine are also highlighted as the emerging focus such as tumor imprisonment, supramolecular chemotherapy, and DNA nanorobot. The challenge and outlook of some scientific and engineering issues are also discussed in future development. We wish to highlight these new progress of precise nanomedicine with the ultimate goal to inspire more successful explorations of intelligent nanoparticles for future clinical translations.展开更多
Multifunctional core-shell nanostructures formed by integration of distinct components have received wide attention as promising biological platforms in recent years. In this work, crystalline zeolitic imidazolate fra...Multifunctional core-shell nanostructures formed by integration of distinct components have received wide attention as promising biological platforms in recent years. In this work, crystalline zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8), a typical metal-organic framework (MOF), is coated onto single gold nanorod (AuNR) core for successful realization of synergistic photothermal and chemotherapy triggered by near-infrared (NIR) light. Impressivel)~ high doxorubicin hydrochloride (DOX) loading capacity followed by pH and NIR light dual stimuli-responsive DOX release can be easily implemented through formation and breakage of coordination bonds in the system. Moreover, under NIR laser irradiation at 808 nm, these novel AuNR@MOF core-shell nanostructures exhibit effective synergistic chemo-photothermal therapy both in vitro and in vivo, confirmed by cell treatment and tumor ablation via intravenous injection.展开更多
It has been well-established that blood biomolecules deposit on the surface of nanoparticles forming a protein rich layer,known as‘‘protein corona',which directly interacts with and is recognized by cells.These ...It has been well-established that blood biomolecules deposit on the surface of nanoparticles forming a protein rich layer,known as‘‘protein corona',which directly interacts with and is recognized by cells.These interactions play a critical role in affecting nanoparticle biological properties,including biodistribution[1],pathophysiology[2],and therapeutic efficacy[3].The compositions of protein corona undergo dynamic exchange in vivo and are展开更多
New and enhanced functions were potentially imparted to the plant organelles after interaction with nanoparticles.In this study,we found that∼44%and∼29%of the accumulated graphene in the rice leaves passively transp...New and enhanced functions were potentially imparted to the plant organelles after interaction with nanoparticles.In this study,we found that∼44%and∼29%of the accumulated graphene in the rice leaves passively transported to the chloroplasts and thylakoid,respectively,significantly enhanced the fluorescence intensity of chloroplasts,and promoted about 2.4 times higher adenosine triphosphate production than that of controls.The enhancement of graphene on the photophosphorylation was ascribed to two reasons:One is that graphene facilitates the electron transfer process of photosystem II in thylakoid,and the other is that graphene protects the photosystem II against photo-bleaching by acting as a scavenger of reactive oxygen species.Overall,our work here confirmed that graphene translocating in the thylakoid promoted the photosynthetic activity of chloroplast in vivo and in vitro,providing new opportunities for designing biomimetic materials to enhance the solar energy conversion systems,especially for repairing or increasing the photosynthesis activity of the plants grown under stress environment.展开更多
Doxorubicin(DOX) is widely used in cancer therapy. However, its application is sometimes limited by its adverse cardiotoxicity and delivery pathways. In our study, we prepared a topical implantable delivery device for...Doxorubicin(DOX) is widely used in cancer therapy. However, its application is sometimes limited by its adverse cardiotoxicity and delivery pathways. In our study, we prepared a topical implantable delivery device for controlled drug release and site-specific treatment. The core region consisted of poly(lactic co-glycolic acid) and poly-caprolactone, whereas the shell region was composed of cross-linked gelatin.DOX was enclosed in the core region of a core-shell nanofiber obtained by electrospinning. This implantable delivery device was implanted on the top of the melanoma in a mouse model, which had shown a DOX-controlled release profile with sustained and sufficient local concentration against melanoma growth in mice with negligible side effects. Compared with the traditional intravenous administration,the implantable device allows precisely localized treatment and therefore can reduce the dose, decrease the injection frequency, and ensure antitumor efficacy associated with lower side effects to normal tissues. Using a coaxial electrospinning process, it is promising to deliver different hydrophobic or hydrophilic drugs for direct tumor site-specific therapy without large systemic doses and minimized systemic toxicity.展开更多
Manufactured nanomaterials with unique properties have been extensively applied in various indus-trial,agricultural or medical fields.However,some of the properties have been identified to be closely related to nanoma...Manufactured nanomaterials with unique properties have been extensively applied in various indus-trial,agricultural or medical fields.However,some of the properties have been identified to be closely related to nanomaterial toxicity.The"nano-paradox"has aroused concerns over the use and develop-ment of nanotechnology,which makes it difficult for regulatory agencies to regulate nanomaterials.The key to fulfilling proper nanomaterial regulation lies in the adequate understanding of the impact of nanomaterial properties on nano-bio interactions.To this end,we start the present work with a brief intro-duction to nano-bio interactions at different levels.Based on that,how key toxicity-associated properties of manufactured nanomaterials(i.e.,size,shape,chemical composition,surface properties,biocorona formation,agglomeration and/or aggregation state,and biodegradability)impact their toxicokinetics,cel-lular uptake,trafficking and responses,and toxicity mechanisms is deeply explored.Moreover,advanced analytical methods for studying nano-bio interactions are introduced.Furthermore,the current reg-ulatory and legislative frameworks for nanomaterial-containing products in different regions and/or countries are presented.Finally,we propose several challenges facing the nanotoxicology field and their possible solutions to shed light on the safety evaluation of nanomaterials.展开更多
Eukaryotic cells use endocytosis to regulate the cellular signaling transduction by modulating the number of available receptors and their activity at the plasma membrane.In addition to the well-studied clathrin-depen...Eukaryotic cells use endocytosis to regulate the cellular signaling transduction by modulating the number of available receptors and their activity at the plasma membrane.In addition to the well-studied clathrin-dependent endocytic pathway,various clathrin-independent mechanisms have been identified.The canonical clathrin-dependent展开更多
Due to their many advantageous properties,nanomaterials(NMs)have been utilized in diverse consumer goods,industrial products,and for therapeutic purposes.This situation leads to a constant risk of exposure and uptake ...Due to their many advantageous properties,nanomaterials(NMs)have been utilized in diverse consumer goods,industrial products,and for therapeutic purposes.This situation leads to a constant risk of exposure and uptake by the human body,which are highly dependent on nanomaterial size.Consequently,an improved understanding of the interactions between different sizes of nanomaterials and biological systems is needed to design safer and more clinically relevant nano systems.We discuss the sizedependent effects of nanomaterials in living organisms.Upon entry into biological systems,nanomaterials can translocate biological barriers,distribute to various tissues and elicit different toxic effects on organs,based on their size and location.The association of nanomaterial size with physiological structures within organs determines the site of accumulation of nanoparticles.In general,nanomaterials smaller than 20 nm tend to accumulate in the kidney while nanomaterials between 20 and 100 nm preferentially deposit in the liver.After accumulating in organs,nanomaterials can induce inflammation,damage structural integrity and ultimately result in organ dysfunction,which helps better understand the size-dependent dynamic processes and toxicity of nanomaterials in organisms.The enhanced permeability and retention effect of nanomaterials and the utility of this phenomenon in tumor therapy are also highlighted.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42205100 and 41805095)the Sichuan Science and Technology Program(Nos.2019YFS0476and 2022NSFSC0982)support from the Sichuan comprehensive monitoring station for environmental air quality。
文摘The air quality in China has improved significantly in the last decade and,correspondingly,the characteristics of PM_(2.5)have also changed.We studied the interannual variation of PM_(2.5)in Chengdu,one of the most heavily polluted megacities in southwest China,during the most polluted season(winter).Our results show that the mass concentrations of PM_(2.5)decreased significantly year-by-year,from 195.8±91.0μg/m~3in winter 2016 to 96.1±39.3μg/m^(3)in winter 2020.The mass concentrations of organic matter(OM),SO_()4^(2-),NH_(4)^(+)and NO_(3)^(-)decreased by 49.6%,57.1%,49.7% and 28.7%,respectively.The differential reduction in the concentrations of chemical components increased the contributions from secondary organic carbon and NO_(3)^(-)and there was a larger contribution from mobile sources.The contribution of OM and NO_(3)^(-)not only increased with increasing levels of pollution,but also increased year-by-year at the same level of pollution.Four sources of PM_(2.5)were identified:combustion sources,vehicular emissions,dust and secondary aerosols.Secondary aerosols made the highest contribution and increased year-by-year,from 40.6%in winter 2016 to 46.3% in winter 2020.By contrast,the contribution from combustion sources decreased from 14.4% to 8.7%.Our results show the effectiveness of earlier pollution reduction policies and emphasizes that priority should be given to key pollutants(e.g.,OM and NO_(3)^(-))and sources(secondary aerosols and vehicular emissions)in future policies for the reduction of pollution in Chengdu during the winter months.
基金Supported by a grant from the Health Department of Hainan Province(No.QW2013-040)
文摘Objective This study investigated the feasibility of screening residual normal ovarian tissues based on the expression of Bmi-1 and EZH2 in tissues adjacent to orthotopic ovarian carcinomas in nude mice. Methods The human epithelial ovarian cancer cell line OVCAR3 was grown in subcutaneous tissues and the tumor tissues were orthotopically implanted. The expression levels of Bmi-1 and EZH2 were detected by immunohistochemical staining and RT-PCR in cancer tissues, proximal and remote tissues with respect to the cancer tissues, and normal ovarian tissues of nude mice.Results Thirty-five ovarian tissue samples with normal biopsy results were obtained from 40 cases of human epithelial ovarian cancer in the nude mice in which the tumor tissues were orthotopically implanted. Bmi-1 and EZH2 expression levels were lower in proximal paraneoplastic tissue samples than in cancer tissue samples(P < 0.05) and higher than in remote paraneoplastic tissue samples(P < 0.01). No significant difference was found in the expression levels of Bmi-1 and EZH2 using immunohistochemistry among residual normal ovarian tissues obtained from orthotopically implanted models that differed in severity. The expression of Bmi-1 and EZH2 was negative in 20 normal ovarian tissue samples.Conclusion The expression levels of Bmi-1 and EZH2 were reduced with increasing distance from the cancer tissues. Negative expression of these tumor-associated genes can be used as a standard for the screening of normal ovarian tissues adjacent to tumor tissues. Normal ovarian tissues can be obtained from the tissues adjacent to tumors.
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Major Project No.10490180) Chinese Academy of Sciences (No. KJCX-N01).
文摘OBJECTIVE The antioxidative system in human hepatocellular carcinoma was investigated. METHODS The activities of cytosolic catalase (CAT), superoxide dismu-tase, glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), glutathione S-tranferase and levels of reduced glutathione, total protein thiols and malondialdehyde were assayed in 10 cases of hepatocellular carcinoma and adjacent normal liver. RESULTS Hepatoma tissues showed higher activities of CAT, GSH -Px and lower content of total antioxidative capacity compared to adjacent normal liver tissue (P<0.05). CONCLUSION These findings suggest that the antioxidative defense-related enzymes and antioxidants are largely regulated in hepatoma cells. However, the mechanism which is not clear requires further investigation.
基金supported by the National Basic Research Program of China(2022YFA1603701 and 2021YFA1200900)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82341044,22027810)+2 种基金the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences(CAMS)Innovation Fund for Medical Science(CIFMS 2019-I2M-5-018)Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(XDB36000000)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2021TQ0085,2022M720932)。
文摘Dear editor,Vaccines are the most efficient and effective means to prevent infectious diseases,but improving the long-term protective efficacy is still a major challenge in contemporary vaccine development.1 The waning immunity varies depending on the diversification of the pathogen and the number of booster doses.1 Strategies to overcome this warrant is using adjuvants that amplify the immune response,and drive the production of memory B and T cells or long-lived plasma cells that recognize the pathogen for durable protection.2–4 Although existing adjuvants have achieved promising results,research on generating durable protective immunity is lacking in promoting vaccine development and staying ahead of global pandemics such as coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19).The precisely designed nanoadjuvants can enhance lymph node targeting and increase antigenpresenting cell(APCs)uptake,achieving the co-delivery of adjuvants and antigens and activating innate and adaptive immune responses.5 Previously,we reported a manganese nanoadjuvant(MnARK)and receptor-binding domain(RBD)monomer antigen formulated nanovaccine.6 MnARK transported antigens to lymph nodes,activated the STING pathway,elicited strong neutralizing abilities and increased immune memory T cell percentage against the infection of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2(SARS-CoV-2).6 Regarding the long-term protection potential of MnARK for subunit vaccine development,we further explored the durable immune regulation abilities of MnARK to a SARS-CoV-2 RBD dimer antigen,which has been used in an approved COVID-19 subunit vaccine ZF2001 with aluminum adjuvant(alum).7,8 TEM result revealed that RBD dimer could interact with BSA on MnARK surface and epitope can be well preserved(Supplementary Fig.1a).The size and zeta potential of MnARK-RBD dimer nanovaccine was~58 nm and-14 mV,respectively(Supplementary Fig.1b,c).
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2021YFA1200900)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC,No.32271460)+7 种基金the Major instrument project of NSFC(No.22027810)NSFC Major Research Plan-Integrated Program(No.92143301)the Innovative Research Group Project of NSFC(No.11621505)the CAS international cooperative project(No.GJHZ201949)the CAS Interdisciplinary Innovation Team,the CAS Key Research Program for Frontier Sciences(No.QYZDJ-SSSLH022)the Research and Development Project in Key Areas of Guangdong Province(No.2019B090917011)CAMS Innovation Fund for Medical Sciences(No.CIFMS 2019-I2M-5-018)the Strategic Priority Research Program of Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.XDB36000000).
文摘With research burgeoning in nanoscience and nanotechnology,there is an urgent need to develop new biological models that can simulate native structure,function,and genetic properties of tissues to evaluate the adverse or beneficial effects of nanomaterials on a host.Among the current biological models,three-dimensional(3D)organoids have developed as powerful tools in the study of nanomaterial-biology(nano-bio)interactions,since these models can overcome many of the limitations of cell and animal models.A deep understanding of organoid techniques will facilitate the development of more efficient nanomedicines and further the fields of tissue engineering and personalized medicine.Herein,we summarize the recent progress in intestinal organoids culture systems with a focus on our understanding of the nature and influencing factors of intestinal organoid growth.We also discuss biomimetic extracellular matrices(ECMs)coupled with nanotechnology.In particular,we analyze the application prospects for intestinal organoids in investigating nano-intestine interactions.By integrating nanotechnology and organoid technology,this recently developed model will fill the gaps left due to the deficiencies of traditional cell and animal models,thus accelerating both our understanding of intestine-related nanotoxicity and the development of nanomedicines.
基金supported by the National Basic Research Program of China(Nos.2022YFA1603701 and 2021YFA1200900)Strategic Priority Research Program of Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.XDB36000000)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.82341044 and 22027810)CAMS Innovation Fund for Medical Sciences(No.CIFMS 2019-I2M-5-018).
文摘Vaccines that are reliable and efficacious are essential in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.In this study,we designed a dual-adjuvant system with two pathogen-associated molecular patterns(PAMPs),MnOx and CpG.This system can improve the retention of antigens at the injection site,facilitate pro-inflammatory cytokines secretion,further recruit and activate dendritic cells(DCs).As a result,antigens can be delivered to lymph nodes specifically,and adaptive immunity was strengthened.The immunized group showed an enhanced and broadened humoral and cellular immune response in systemic immunity and lung protection when combined with a tandem repeat-linked dimeric antigen version of the SARS-CoV-2 receptor binding domain(RBDdimer).Remarkably,even with a significant reduction in antigen dosage(three times lower)and a decrease in injection frequencies,our nanovaccine was able to produce the highest neutralizing antibody titers against various mutants.These titers were four-fold higher for the wild-type strain and two-fold higher for both the Beta and Omicron variants in comparison with those elicited by the Alum adjuvant group.In conclusion,our dual-adjuvant formulation presents a promising protein subunit-based candidate vaccine against SARS-CoV-2.
基金the National Key R&D Program of China(2021YFA1200900,2020YFA0710700 and 2021YFE0112600)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(32071402)+1 种基金the Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(XDB36000000)the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences(CAMS)Innovation Fund for Medical Sciences(CIFMS2019-I2M-5-018).
文摘Engineered nanomaterials(ENMs)with different topographies provide effective nano−bio interfaces for controlling the differentiation of stem cells.The interaction of stem cells with nanoscale topographies and chemical cues in their microenvironment at the nano−bio interface can guide their fate.The use of nanotopographical cues,in particular nanorods,nanopillars,nanogrooves,nanofibers,and nanopits,as well as biochemical forces mediated factors,including growth factors,cytokines,and extracellular matrix proteins,can significantly impact stem cell differentiation.These factors were seen as very effective in determining the proliferation and spreading of stem cells.The specific outgrowth of stem cells can be decided with size variation of topographic nanomaterial along with variation in matrix stiffness and surface structure like a special arrangement.The precision chemistry enabled controlled design,synthesis,and chemical composition of ENMs can regulate stem cell behaviors.The parameters of size such as aspect ratio,diameter,and pore size of nanotopographic structures are the main factors for specific termination of stem cells.Protein corona nanoparticles(NPs)have shown a powerful facet in stem cell therapy,where combining specific proteins could facilitate a certain stem cell differentiation and cellular proliferation.Nano−bio reactions implicate the interaction between biological entities and nanoparticles,which can be used to tailor the stem cells’culmination.The ion release can also be a parameter to enhance cellular proliferation and to commit the early differentiation of stem cells.Further research is needed to fully understand the mechanisms underlying the interactions between engineered nano−bio interfaces and stem cells and to develop optimized regenerative medicine and tissue engineering designs.
文摘目的探讨整合照护在阿尔茨海默病患者长期管理中的应用效果。方法对2016年3月—2018年3月入住杭州市福利中心的88例阿尔茨海默病患者,给予整合照护方法进行干预,主要包括照护人员课程培训、个案管理、环境布置、团体活动等。使用日常生活活动问卷(Activities of Daily Living Questionnaire,ADLQ)、Zarit照顾负担量表(Zarit Burden Interview,ZBI)和生存质量量表(Quality of Life,QOL),测量并比较干预前、干预3个月后以及6个月后的变化。结果干预3个月和6个月后,患者的ADLQ评分、QOL评分较干预前明显提高,同时患者ZBI评分较干预前明显减轻,差异具有统计学意义(ADLQ:49.32±10.99比52.74±9.31,QOL:16.73±6.16比30.18±4.61,ZBI:31.64±14.73比20.13±11.61;P<0.05)。结论整合照护可用于改善阿尔茨海默病患者的日常生活能力和生活质量,减轻照护人员负担,提高对阿尔茨海默病患者的护理水平。
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (11621505, 11435002, 31671016)
文摘Precise nanomedicine has been extensively explored for efficient cancer imaging and targeted cancer therapy, as evidenced by a few breakthroughs in their preclinical and clinical explorations. Here, we demonstrate the recent advances of intelligent cancer nanomedicine, and discuss the comprehensive understanding of their structure-function relationship for smart and efficient cancer nanomedicine including various imaging and therapeutic applications, as well as nanotoxicity. In particular, a few emerging strategies that have advanced cancer nanomedicine are also highlighted as the emerging focus such as tumor imprisonment, supramolecular chemotherapy, and DNA nanorobot. The challenge and outlook of some scientific and engineering issues are also discussed in future development. We wish to highlight these new progress of precise nanomedicine with the ultimate goal to inspire more successful explorations of intelligent nanoparticles for future clinical translations.
文摘Multifunctional core-shell nanostructures formed by integration of distinct components have received wide attention as promising biological platforms in recent years. In this work, crystalline zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8), a typical metal-organic framework (MOF), is coated onto single gold nanorod (AuNR) core for successful realization of synergistic photothermal and chemotherapy triggered by near-infrared (NIR) light. Impressivel)~ high doxorubicin hydrochloride (DOX) loading capacity followed by pH and NIR light dual stimuli-responsive DOX release can be easily implemented through formation and breakage of coordination bonds in the system. Moreover, under NIR laser irradiation at 808 nm, these novel AuNR@MOF core-shell nanostructures exhibit effective synergistic chemo-photothermal therapy both in vitro and in vivo, confirmed by cell treatment and tumor ablation via intravenous injection.
基金supported by the National Basic Research Program of China(2016YFA0201600)the Chinese Academy of Sciences Key Research Program for Frontier Sciences(QYZDJ-SSSLH022),the Chinese Academy of Sciences Interdisciplinary Innovation Teamthe National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars(11425520)
文摘It has been well-established that blood biomolecules deposit on the surface of nanoparticles forming a protein rich layer,known as‘‘protein corona',which directly interacts with and is recognized by cells.These interactions play a critical role in affecting nanoparticle biological properties,including biodistribution[1],pathophysiology[2],and therapeutic efficacy[3].The compositions of protein corona undergo dynamic exchange in vivo and are
基金We acknowledge the financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.21677074)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.021114380082).
文摘New and enhanced functions were potentially imparted to the plant organelles after interaction with nanoparticles.In this study,we found that∼44%and∼29%of the accumulated graphene in the rice leaves passively transported to the chloroplasts and thylakoid,respectively,significantly enhanced the fluorescence intensity of chloroplasts,and promoted about 2.4 times higher adenosine triphosphate production than that of controls.The enhancement of graphene on the photophosphorylation was ascribed to two reasons:One is that graphene facilitates the electron transfer process of photosystem II in thylakoid,and the other is that graphene protects the photosystem II against photo-bleaching by acting as a scavenger of reactive oxygen species.Overall,our work here confirmed that graphene translocating in the thylakoid promoted the photosynthetic activity of chloroplast in vivo and in vitro,providing new opportunities for designing biomimetic materials to enhance the solar energy conversion systems,especially for repairing or increasing the photosynthesis activity of the plants grown under stress environment.
基金supported by the Project Electro Med (11115313) from the Danish Council for Strategic Researchthe National Science Fund for Excellent Young Scholars (31622026)+3 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China (U1532122, 21320102003, 21471044)the National Key Research and Development Plan (2016YFA0201600, 2016YFA0203204)the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars (11425520)Youth Innovation Promotion Association of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (2014031)
文摘Doxorubicin(DOX) is widely used in cancer therapy. However, its application is sometimes limited by its adverse cardiotoxicity and delivery pathways. In our study, we prepared a topical implantable delivery device for controlled drug release and site-specific treatment. The core region consisted of poly(lactic co-glycolic acid) and poly-caprolactone, whereas the shell region was composed of cross-linked gelatin.DOX was enclosed in the core region of a core-shell nanofiber obtained by electrospinning. This implantable delivery device was implanted on the top of the melanoma in a mouse model, which had shown a DOX-controlled release profile with sustained and sufficient local concentration against melanoma growth in mice with negligible side effects. Compared with the traditional intravenous administration,the implantable device allows precisely localized treatment and therefore can reduce the dose, decrease the injection frequency, and ensure antitumor efficacy associated with lower side effects to normal tissues. Using a coaxial electrospinning process, it is promising to deliver different hydrophobic or hydrophilic drugs for direct tumor site-specific therapy without large systemic doses and minimized systemic toxicity.
基金supported by the Strategic Priority Research Program of Chinese Academy of Sciences(grant No.XDB36000000)the National Basic Research Program of China(grant No.2020YFA0710702)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant Nos.51822207 and 51772292).
文摘Manufactured nanomaterials with unique properties have been extensively applied in various indus-trial,agricultural or medical fields.However,some of the properties have been identified to be closely related to nanomaterial toxicity.The"nano-paradox"has aroused concerns over the use and develop-ment of nanotechnology,which makes it difficult for regulatory agencies to regulate nanomaterials.The key to fulfilling proper nanomaterial regulation lies in the adequate understanding of the impact of nanomaterial properties on nano-bio interactions.To this end,we start the present work with a brief intro-duction to nano-bio interactions at different levels.Based on that,how key toxicity-associated properties of manufactured nanomaterials(i.e.,size,shape,chemical composition,surface properties,biocorona formation,agglomeration and/or aggregation state,and biodegradability)impact their toxicokinetics,cel-lular uptake,trafficking and responses,and toxicity mechanisms is deeply explored.Moreover,advanced analytical methods for studying nano-bio interactions are introduced.Furthermore,the current reg-ulatory and legislative frameworks for nanomaterial-containing products in different regions and/or countries are presented.Finally,we propose several challenges facing the nanotoxicology field and their possible solutions to shed light on the safety evaluation of nanomaterials.
文摘Eukaryotic cells use endocytosis to regulate the cellular signaling transduction by modulating the number of available receptors and their activity at the plasma membrane.In addition to the well-studied clathrin-dependent endocytic pathway,various clathrin-independent mechanisms have been identified.The canonical clathrin-dependent
基金supported by the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(2016YFA0201600 and 2016YFE0133100)the Program for International S&T Cooperation Projects of the Ministry of Science and Technology of China(2018YFE0117200)+5 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(31800844 and 51861145302)the Science Fund for Creative Research Groups of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(11621505)the Major Research Program of Guangdong province(2019B090917011)the CAS Key Research Program for Frontier Sciences(QYZDJ-SSW-SLH022)the Austrian-Chinese Cooperative RTD Project(GJHZ201949,FFG and CAS)the CAS interdisciplinary innovation team。
文摘Due to their many advantageous properties,nanomaterials(NMs)have been utilized in diverse consumer goods,industrial products,and for therapeutic purposes.This situation leads to a constant risk of exposure and uptake by the human body,which are highly dependent on nanomaterial size.Consequently,an improved understanding of the interactions between different sizes of nanomaterials and biological systems is needed to design safer and more clinically relevant nano systems.We discuss the sizedependent effects of nanomaterials in living organisms.Upon entry into biological systems,nanomaterials can translocate biological barriers,distribute to various tissues and elicit different toxic effects on organs,based on their size and location.The association of nanomaterial size with physiological structures within organs determines the site of accumulation of nanoparticles.In general,nanomaterials smaller than 20 nm tend to accumulate in the kidney while nanomaterials between 20 and 100 nm preferentially deposit in the liver.After accumulating in organs,nanomaterials can induce inflammation,damage structural integrity and ultimately result in organ dysfunction,which helps better understand the size-dependent dynamic processes and toxicity of nanomaterials in organisms.The enhanced permeability and retention effect of nanomaterials and the utility of this phenomenon in tumor therapy are also highlighted.