In this paper, we demonstrated a one-step template-free strategy to fabricate a hollow mesoporous structured NaY F4:Yb,Er nanoparticles with excellent upconversion luminescence. Folic acid(FA), a commonly used canc...In this paper, we demonstrated a one-step template-free strategy to fabricate a hollow mesoporous structured NaY F4:Yb,Er nanoparticles with excellent upconversion luminescence. Folic acid(FA), a commonly used cancer-targeting agent, was conjugated on the surface of the nanoparticles based on the presence of free amine groups, which were labeled as NaY F4:Yb,Er-FA HMUCNPs. The properties were extensively studied, which indicated the obtained samples showed a typical hollow mesoporous structure and excellent upconversion luminescence that were useful for cell imaging and drug delivery. The L929 cells viability, hemolysis assay and coagulation test demonstrated good biocompatibility of the samples. The anti-cancer drug doxorubicin hydrochloride(DOX) storage/release properties were demonstrated to be pH-responsive, in which, the drug release might be beneficial at the reduced pH for targeted release and controlled therapy. Moreover, it was found that DOX-loaded NaY F4:Yb,Er-FA HMUCNPs exhibited greater cytotoxicity to KB cells than free DOX due to the specific cell uptake by KB cells via folate receptor-mediate endocytosis. Therefore, the multifunctional nanoparticles combining upconversion luminescent property and hollow mesoporous structure have potential for simultaneous targeted anti-cancer drug delivery and cell imaging.展开更多
In this study, novel molecularly imprinted open porous membranes(MIOPMs) were prepared using the Pickering HIPEs template method and molecular imprinting technology for selective adsorption and separation of methyl ...In this study, novel molecularly imprinted open porous membranes(MIOPMs) were prepared using the Pickering HIPEs template method and molecular imprinting technology for selective adsorption and separation of methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate(M4HB). The template M4 HB, functional monomers,crosslinker and plastifier 2-ethylhexyl acrylate(2-EHA) were contained in the oil phase. Hydrophobic silica nanoparticles(HNP-SiO2) were employed as a stabilizer to establish stable W/O Pickering HIPEs with nonionic surfactant sorbitantrioleate(Span 85). The results of SEM and FTIR indicated that the optimal MIOPMs were prepared successfully and possessed open and interconnecting pores. Then, the MIOPMs were used as sorbents for M4 HB. The correlation coefficient(R^2) values for the Langmuir–Freundlich isotherm model and pseudo-second-order kinetic model fitting to the adsorption equilibrium and kinetic data respectively were all higher than 0.95. The maximum adsorption capacity and the time of rapid adsorption for MIOPM4 were 4.146 mg g^-1 and 100 min, respectively. In addition, the permeability separation factor of MIOPMs for M4 HB compared to a structurally related analog methyl2-hydroxybenzoate(M2HB) could reach 3.122.展开更多
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51372201)the Specialized Research Fund of Education Department of Shaanxi Province(16JK1242)+1 种基金Project of Science and Technology Special of Shangluo(SK2015-36)the Scientific Research Foundation of Shangluo University(15SKY021)
文摘In this paper, we demonstrated a one-step template-free strategy to fabricate a hollow mesoporous structured NaY F4:Yb,Er nanoparticles with excellent upconversion luminescence. Folic acid(FA), a commonly used cancer-targeting agent, was conjugated on the surface of the nanoparticles based on the presence of free amine groups, which were labeled as NaY F4:Yb,Er-FA HMUCNPs. The properties were extensively studied, which indicated the obtained samples showed a typical hollow mesoporous structure and excellent upconversion luminescence that were useful for cell imaging and drug delivery. The L929 cells viability, hemolysis assay and coagulation test demonstrated good biocompatibility of the samples. The anti-cancer drug doxorubicin hydrochloride(DOX) storage/release properties were demonstrated to be pH-responsive, in which, the drug release might be beneficial at the reduced pH for targeted release and controlled therapy. Moreover, it was found that DOX-loaded NaY F4:Yb,Er-FA HMUCNPs exhibited greater cytotoxicity to KB cells than free DOX due to the specific cell uptake by KB cells via folate receptor-mediate endocytosis. Therefore, the multifunctional nanoparticles combining upconversion luminescent property and hollow mesoporous structure have potential for simultaneous targeted anti-cancer drug delivery and cell imaging.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.21406085,21207051)
文摘In this study, novel molecularly imprinted open porous membranes(MIOPMs) were prepared using the Pickering HIPEs template method and molecular imprinting technology for selective adsorption and separation of methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate(M4HB). The template M4 HB, functional monomers,crosslinker and plastifier 2-ethylhexyl acrylate(2-EHA) were contained in the oil phase. Hydrophobic silica nanoparticles(HNP-SiO2) were employed as a stabilizer to establish stable W/O Pickering HIPEs with nonionic surfactant sorbitantrioleate(Span 85). The results of SEM and FTIR indicated that the optimal MIOPMs were prepared successfully and possessed open and interconnecting pores. Then, the MIOPMs were used as sorbents for M4 HB. The correlation coefficient(R^2) values for the Langmuir–Freundlich isotherm model and pseudo-second-order kinetic model fitting to the adsorption equilibrium and kinetic data respectively were all higher than 0.95. The maximum adsorption capacity and the time of rapid adsorption for MIOPM4 were 4.146 mg g^-1 and 100 min, respectively. In addition, the permeability separation factor of MIOPMs for M4 HB compared to a structurally related analog methyl2-hydroxybenzoate(M2HB) could reach 3.122.