Nanotechnology
Researchers from Arak University of Medical Sciences in Iran have developed a nanocarrier-based co-delivery system (ND-ARS/FLZ) that effectively treats malaria in a murine model of Plasmodium berghei infection. The system combines artesunate (ARS) and fluconazole (FLZ) to enhance therapeutic efficacy and overcome drug resistance. Key Takeaways: * The ND-ARS/FLZ
Nanoparticles
Researchers at King Khalid University have developed a revolutionary new drug delivery system for treating colon cancer, utilizing nanoparticles made from cross-linked mastic gum. This novel approach aims to enhance treatment efficacy while minimizing systemic side effects. The findings were published in the journal Scientific Reports, a leading international scientific
Nanotechnology
Research from Jamia Hamdard in New Delhi, India, has unveiled the potential of sugar-coated nanoparticles (SCNPs) to transform healthcare by delivering targeted drug therapy with enhanced efficacy and reduced toxicity. These nanoparticles, designed to interact with glycan molecules, have shown promise in treating multifactorial diseases such as cancer, tuberculosis, and
Nanotechnology
A recent study published in the International Journal of Biological Macromolecules has made significant strides in understanding the behavior of polymeric hydrogels and their applications in medicine and biology. The research, conducted by a team of scientists from the University of Trieste, has proposed a new distribution model for hydrogel
Nanotechnology
Researchers at the Petru Poni Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry have developed novel nanoemulsions with remarkable intrinsic properties, suitable for ophthalmic drug delivery systems. The study focuses on creating nanoemulsions consisting of vitamin A, poly(ethylene brassylate-co-squaric acid) (PEBSA), and levofloxacin, aiming to provide a dual therapeutic effect for ocular diseases.
Nanotechnology
Researchers from Lanzhou City University have developed an intelligent nanomedicine delivery system using natural polymers, providing an effective solution for reducing the toxic side effects of chemotherapy drugs. The new system, based on feather keratin and tea polyphenols, has shown excellent storage stability and pH and reduction dual-responsive properties, making
Nanotechnology
Researchers from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science have developed a new approach for delivering tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs), including erlotinib and gefitinib, to cancer cells with improved efficacy. The team's gum arabic-stabilized zein nanoparticles (GA-ZNPs) formulations have shown enhanced drug delivery and anticancer efficacy, offering a
Nanotechnology
Researchers at the Shenzhen Campus of Sun Yat-sen University have made significant progress in developing a new treatment for melanoma using nanovesicles. Their innovative approach combines immune checkpoint inhibitors with advanced delivery systems to enhance the efficiency of antigen presentation and direct tumor suppression. The study demonstrates the potential of
Nanotechnology
A recent in vivo study published in Bioelectrochemistry has demonstrated the potential of gold nanoparticles in enhancing the efficacy of electrochemotherapy (ECT) for cancer treatment. The study, conducted by researchers at the State Research Institute Center for Innovative Medicine in Vilnius, Lithuania, investigated the use of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) in
Nanotechnology
Researchers at the University of Texas San Antonio have made significant advancements in the field of nanotechnology, specifically in the area of nanoparticle assembly. The study, published in ACS Nano, focuses on the nonequilibrium self-assembly of nanoparticles from zwitterionic diblock bottlebrushes, which has the potential to revolutionize drug delivery systems.
Nanotechnology
Researchers from Institut Teknologi Bandung have made a significant breakthrough in the field of nanotechnology, developing a new approach for targeted drug delivery using mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs). The study, led by Narra J, aimed to create a pH-responsive gatekeeper to control the release of an anti-inflammatory agent, celecoxib, from
Nanotechnology
Researchers at the National Nanotechnology Center in Thailand have made significant progress in developing a new nano-drug delivery system to combat colorectal cancer. This innovative approach utilizes polydopamine (PDA) nanoparticles to encapsulate Kaempferia galanga L. (KGL), a plant-based compound with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties. The study aimed to enhance
