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Carbon-based nanocomposite decorated with bioactive glass and CoNi2S4 nanoparticles with potential for bone tissue engineering
, Article OpenNano ; Volume 8 , 2022 ; 23529520 (ISSN) ; Aldhaher, A ; Ahmadi, S ; Baheiraei, N ; Rabiee, N ; Sharif University of Technology
Elsevier Inc
2022
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In this work, for the first time, different forms of nanocomposites based on rGO and MWCNT were prepared in conjoining with the bioactive glass (BioGlass). In the carbonic layers, a highly toxic nanoparticle, CoNi2S4, was intercalated, and the role of this nanoparticle in the alkaline phosphatase activity, relative cell viability on different cell lines, and also the effect on the cell walls and cell morphologies were investigated. From another perspective, the ability of the chemotherapy drug loading to the prepared nanocomposites was investigated, and the use of leaf extracts was thought of as a green method to lower the cytotoxicity and regulate the genotoxicity of the generated...
CaZnO-based nanoghosts for the detection of ssDNA, pCRISPR and recombinant SARS-CoV-2 spike antigen and targeted delivery of doxorubicin
, Article Chemosphere ; Volume 306 , 2022 ; 00456535 (ISSN) ; Akhavan, O ; Fatahi, Y ; Ghadiri, A. M ; Kiani, M ; Makvandi, P ; Rabiee, M ; Nicknam, M. H ; Saeb, M. R ; Varma, R. S ; Ashrafizadeh, M ; Nazarzadeh Zare, E ; Sharifi, E ; Lima, E. C ; Sharif University of Technology
Elsevier Ltd
2022
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Overexpression of proteins/antigens and other gene-related sequences in the bodies could lead to significant mutations and refractory diseases. Detection and identification of assorted trace concentrations of such proteins/antigens and/or gene-related sequences remain challenging, affecting different pathogens and making viruses stronger. Correspondingly, coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) mutations/alterations and spread could lead to overexpression of ssDNA and the related antigens in the population and brisk activity in gene-editing technologies in the treatment/detection may lead to the presence of pCRISPR in the blood. Therefore, the detection and evaluation of their trace concentrations are of...
Reduced polydopamine coated graphene for delivery of Hset1 antisense as A photothermal and gene therapy of breast cancer
, Article Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology ; Volume 73 , 2022 ; 17732247 (ISSN) ; Tekie, F. S. M ; Ayazi, H ; Ranjbar, S ; Varshochian, R ; Rad-Malelkshahi, M ; Akhavan, O ; Dinarvand, R ; Sharif University of Technology
Editions de Sante
2022
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Breast cancer is the most prevalent type of cancer in women; hence, many researches have been focused on developing effective treatment protocols. In this study, a novel nanocarrier was fabricated for gene and photothermal combination cancer therapy by conjugating histone methyltransferase complex subunit SET1 (hSET1) on reduced polydopamine coated graphene oxide nanosheets (rGO-PDA). The rGO-PDA nanocarriers provide higher near-infrared absorption and further integrating with hSET1 antisense as an anticancer gene that down-regulates the amount of hSET1 overexpressed and suppresses the proliferation of cancer cells. The nanoplatform was prepared by polymerizing of dopamine, a mussel adhesive...
Poly-L-lysine/hyaluronan nanocarriers as a novel nanosystem for gene delivery
, Article Journal of Microscopy ; Volume 287, Issue 1 , 2022 , Pages 32-44 ; 00222720 (ISSN) ; Bagherzadeh, M. A ; Mofazzal Jahromi, M. A ; Mohammad-Beigi, H ; Abdoli, A ; Mir, H ; Roustazadeh, A ; Pirestani, M ; Sahandi Zangabad, P ; Kiani, J ; Bakhshayesh, A ; Jahani, M ; Joghataei, M. T ; Karimi, M ; Sharif University of Technology
John Wiley and Sons Inc
2022
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The present research comes up with a novel DNA-loaded poly-L-lysine (PLL)/hyaluronan (HA) nanocarrier (DNA-loaded PLL/HA NCs) for gene delivery applications, as a promising candidate for gene delivery into diverse cells. A straightforward approach was employed to prepare such a nanosystem through masking DNA-loaded PLL molecules by HA. Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, dynamic light scattering (DLS), field emission-scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) were used to analyse the interaction of the molecules as well as the physicochemical properties of the NCs. The NCs showed a negative charge of –24 ± 3 mV, with an average size of 138 ±...
Synthesis of green benzamide-decorated UiO-66-NH2 for biomedical applications
, Article Chemosphere ; Volume 299 , 2022 ; 00456535 (ISSN) ; Ghadiri, A. M ; Alinezhad, V ; Sedaghat, A ; Ahmadi, S ; Fatahi, Y ; Makvandi, P ; Saeb, M. R ; Bagherzadeh, M ; Asadnia, M ; Varma, R. S ; Lima, E. C ; Sharif University of Technology
Elsevier Ltd
2022
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Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) biocompatible systems can host enzymes/bacteria/viruses. Herein we synthesized a series of fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH)-decorated UiO-66-NH2 based on Citrus tangerine leaf extract for drug delivery and biosensor applications. Five chemically manipulated FAAH-like benzamides were localized on the UiO-66-NH2 surface with physical interactions. Comprehensive cellular and molecular analyses were conducted on HEK-293, HeLa, HepG2, PC12, MCF-7, and HT-29 cell lines (cytotoxicity assessment after 24 and 48 h). MTT results proved above 95 and 50% relative cell viability in the absence and presence of the drug, respectively. A complete targeted drug-releasing...
Fabrication and evaluation of bioresorbable scaffolds for interventional cardiology application with sufficient drug release
, Article Iranian Journal of Basic Medical Sciences ; Volume 25, Issue 3 , 2022 , Pages 372-382 ; 20083866 (ISSN) ; Sadrnezhaad, S. K ; Asefnejad, A ; Nemati, N. H ; Sharif University of Technology
Mashhad University of Medical Sciences
2022
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Objective(s): Bioresorbable scaffolds have been advocated as the new generation in interventional cardiology because they could provide temporary scaffolds and then disappear with resorption. Although, the available stents in clinical trials exhibited biosafety, efficacy, no death, and no apparent thrombosis, Mg-substrate degradation on drug release has not been investigated. Materials and Methods: Therefore, more research has been needed to legitimize the replacement of current stents with Mg-based stents. UV-Vis spectrophotometer, scanning electron microscope (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), pH measurement, H2 evolution, and corrosion tests determined the change in hybrid properties and...
Formulation and characterization of poly (ethylene glycol)-coated core-shell methionine magnetic nanoparticles as a carrier for naproxen delivery: growth inhibition of cancer cells
, Article Cancers ; Volume 14, Issue 7 , 2022 ; 20726694 (ISSN) ; Yeganeh, A. E ; Yousefi, M ; Far, B. F ; Akbarzadeh, I ; Bokov, D. O ; Raahemifar, K ; Soltani, M ; Sharif University of Technology
MDPI
2022
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An efficient and selective drug delivery vehicle for cancer cells can remarkably improve therapeutic approaches. In this study, we focused on the synthesis and characterization of magnetic Ni1−x Cox Fe2 O4 nanoparticles (NPs) coated with two layers of methionine and polyethylene glycol to increase the loading capacity and lower toxicity to serve as an efficient drug car-rier. Ni1−x Cox Fe2 O4 @Methionine@PEG NPs were synthesized by a reflux method then charac-terized by FTIR, XRD, FESEM, TEM, and VSM. Naproxen was used as a model drug and its loading and release in the vehicles were evaluated. The results for loading efficiency showed 1 mg of Ni1−x Cox Fe2 O4 @Methionine@PEG NPs could load...
Green synthesis of PEG-coated MIL-100(Fe) for controlled release of dacarbazine and its anticancer potential against human melanoma cells
, Article International Journal of Pharmaceutics ; Volume 618 , 2022 ; 03785173 (ISSN) ; Vossoughi, M ; Bagherzadeh, M ; Pooshang Bagheri, K ; Sharif University of Technology
Elsevier B.V
2022
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In this study, the potential of using MIL-100(Fe) metal–organic framework (MOF) for loading and controlling the release of dacarbazine (DTIC) was evaluated for in vitro treatment of melanoma. The drug loading was performed during the green synthesis of MIL-100(Fe) in an aqueous media without using any harmful solvents, to obtain MIL-DTIC. The surface of this structure was then coated with polyethylene glycol (PEG) in the same aqueous solution to synthesize MIL-DTIC-PEG. The synthesized samples were characterized using various methods. Their release profile was studied in phosphate-buffered saline (PBS) and simulated cutaneous medium (SCM). The cytotoxicity of DTIC and its nano-MOF...
A dual functional chondro-inductive chitosan thermogel with high shear modulus and sustained drug release for cartilage tissue engineering
, Article International Journal of Biological Macromolecules ; Volume 205 , 2022 , Pages 638-650 ; 01418130 (ISSN) ; Mehrjou, B ; Wang, D ; Bagheri, R ; Solouk, A ; Chu, P. K ; Wu, H ; Sharif University of Technology
Elsevier B.V
2022
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We report a chitosan-based nanocomposite thermogel with superior shear modulus resembling that of cartilage and dual pro-chondrogenic and anti-inflammatory functions. Two therapeutic agents, kartogenin (KGN) and diclofenac sodium (DS), are employed to promote chondrogenesis of stem cells and suppress inflammation, respectively. To extend the release time in a controlled manner, KGN is encapsulated in the uniform-sized starch microspheres and DS is loaded into the halloysite nanotubes. Both drug carriers are doped into the maleimide-modified chitosan hydrogel to produce a shear modulus of 167 ± 5 kPa that is comparable to that of articular cartilage (50–250 kPa). Owing to the hydrogel...
Bioinspired TiO2/chitosan/HA coatings on Ti surfaces: Biomedical improvement by intermediate hierarchical films
, Article Biomedical Materials (Bristol) ; Volume 17, Issue 3 , 2022 ; 17486041 (ISSN) ; Ahmadi Seyedkhani, S ; Eslami Saed, A ; Sadrnezhaad, S. K ; Seza, A ; Sharif University of Technology
Institute of Physics
2022
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The most common reasons for hard-tissue implant failure are structural loosening and prosthetic infections. Hence, in this study, to overcome the first problem, different bioinspired coatings, including dual acid-etched, anodic TiO2 nanotubes array, anodic hierarchical titanium oxide (HO), micro- and nanostructured hydroxyapatite (HA) layers, and HA/chitosan (HA/CS) nanocomposite, were applied to the titanium alloy surfaces. X-ray diffraction and FTIR analysis demonstrated that the in situ HA/CS nanocomposite formed successfully. The MTT assay showed that all samples had excellent cell viability, with cell proliferation rates ranging from 120% to 150% after 10 days. The HO coating...
Controlled temperature-mediated curcumin release from magneto-thermal nanocarriers to kill bone tumors
, Article Bioactive Materials ; Volume 11 , 2022 , Pages 107-117 ; 2452199X (ISSN) ; Jahanmard, F ; Madaah Hosseini, H. R ; Bagheri, R ; Dabbagh, A ; Weinans, H ; Amin Yavari, S ; Sharif University of Technology
KeAi Communications Co
2022
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Systemic chemotherapy has lost its position to treat cancer over the past years mainly due to drug resistance, side effects, and limited survival ratio. Among a plethora of local drug delivery systems to solve this issue, the combinatorial strategy of chemo-hyperthermia has recently received attention. Herein we developed a magneto-thermal nanocarrier consisted of superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticles (SPIONs) coated by a blend formulation of a three-block copolymer Pluronic F127 and F68 on the oleic acid (OA) in which Curcumin as a natural and chemical anti-cancer agent was loaded. The subsequent nanocarrier SPION@OA-F127/F68-Cur was designed with a controlled gelation temperature of...
Chemotherapeutic effects of Apigenin in breast cancer: Preclinical evidence and molecular mechanisms; enhanced bioavailability by nanoparticles
, Article Biotechnology Reports ; Volume 34 , 2022 ; 2215017X (ISSN) ; Zahmatkeshan, M ; Akbarzadeh, A ; Rabiee, N ; Ahmadi, S ; Keyhanvar, P ; Rezayat, S. M ; Seifalian, A. M ; Sharif University of Technology
Elsevier B.V
2022
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This review highlights using nanotechnology in increasing the bioavailability of AP (Apigenin) to enhance its therapeutic efficacy in breast cancer treatment. Breast cancer is one of the most leading causes of cancer death in women both in developed and developing countries. According to several epidemiological and clinical trial studies that indicate progestin-stimulated breast cancer in post-menopausal women; it is necessary to determine compounds to suppress or attenuate the tumor-promoting effects of progestins in breast cells. For this purpose, using the natural anti-progestins, including AP compared with the chemical ones could be significantly effective due to the lack of toxicities...
Bioactive hybrid metal-organic framework (MOF)-based nanosensors for optical detection of recombinant SARS-CoV-2 spike antigen
, Article Science of the Total Environment ; Volume 825 , 2022 ; 00489697 (ISSN) ; Fatahi, Y ; Ahmadi, S ; Abbariki, N ; Ojaghi, A ; Rabiee, M ; Radmanesh, F ; Dinarvand, R ; Bagherzadeh, M ; Mostafavi, E ; Ashrafizadeh, M ; Makvandi, P ; Lima, E. C ; Saeb, M. R ; Sharif University of Technology
Elsevier B.V
2022
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Fast, efficient, and accurate detection of SARS-CoV-2 spike antigen is pivotal to control the spread and reduce the mortality of COVID-19. Nevertheless, the sensitivity of available nanobiosensors to detect recombinant SARS-CoV-2 spike antigen seems insufficient. As a proof-of-concept, MOF-5/CoNi2S4 is developed as a low-cost, safe, and bioactive hybrid nanostructure via the one-pot high-gravity protocol. Then, the porphyrin, H2TMP, was attached to the surface of the synthesized nanomaterial to increase the porosity for efficient detection of recombinant SARS-CoV-2 spike antigen. AFM results approved roughness in different ranges, including 0.54 to 0.74 μm and 0.78 to ≈0.80 μm, showing good...
CRISPRi-mediated knock-down of PRDM1/BLIMP1 programs central memory differentiation in ex vivo-expanded human T cells
, Article BioImpacts ; Volume 12, Issue 4 , 2022 , Pages 337-347 ; 22285652 (ISSN) ; Sayadmanesh, A ; Nazer, N ; Ahmadi, A ; Hemmati, S ; Mohammadzade, H ; Ebrahimi, M ; Baharvand, H ; Khalaj, B ; Aghamaali, M. R ; Basiri, M ; Sharif University of Technology
Tabriz University of Medical Sciences
2022
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Introduction: B lymphocyte-induced maturation protein 1 (BLIMP1) encoded by the positive regulatory domain 1 gene (PRDM1), is a key regulator in T cell differentiation in mouse models. BLIMP1-deficiency results in a lower effector phenotype and a higher memory phenotype. Methods: In this study, we aimed to determine the role of transcription factor BLIMP1 in human T cell differentiation. Specifically, we investigated the role of BLIMP1 in memory differentiation and exhaustion of human T cells. We used CRISPR interference (CRISPRi) to knock-down BLIMP1 and investigated the differential expressions of T cell memory and exhaustion markers in BLIMP1-deficient T cells in comparison with...
Adsorption and sustained release of doxorubicin from N-carboxymethyl chitosan/polyvinyl alcohol/poly(ε-caprolactone) composite and core-shell nanofibers
, Article Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology ; Volume 67 , 2022 ; 17732247 (ISSN) ; Asefnejad, A ; Khorasani, M. T ; Saadatabadi, A. R ; Irani, M ; Sharif University of Technology
Editions de Sante
2022
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The core-shell nanofibers, produced by the coaxial electrospinning method, are good candidates for delivery of anticancer drugs due to their continuous release without initial burst release. In this work, the N-carboxymethyl chitosan (N-CMCS)-polyvinyl alcohol (PVA)/poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) composite and core-shell nanofibers were prepared by two-nozzle and coaxial electrospinning techniques, respectively. Doxorubicin (DOX) as an anticancer drug was loaded into the N-CMCS/PVA/PCL nanofibers fabricated by two-nozzle and coaxial electrospinning. The performance of nanofibers was compared for the adsorption and controlled release of DOX against MCF-7 breast cancer cells death in vitro. The...
Development of HAp/GO/Ag coating on 316 LVM implant for medical applications
, Article Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials ; Volume 126 , 2022 ; 17516161 (ISSN) ; Izanloo, S ; Sharif University of Technology
Elsevier Ltd
2022
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In this study, antibacterial activity, biocompatibility, and corrosion resistance of 316 LVM implants were improved using the development of HAp/GO/Ag nanocomposite coatings by the dip-coating method. The XRD and FTIR results confirmed the synthesis of HAp/GO/Ag nanocomposites. HAp/Ag nanoparticles (68 nm) bound to epoxy, hydroxyl, and carboxyl functional groups on GO sheets (size of GO sheets varies from 255 to 1480 nm) by electrostatic interaction. FESEM images showed that HAp/GO/Ag coatings had higher density and fewer micro-cracks than pure HAp coatings. In addition, HAp/GO/Ag coatings showed optimized nano-hardness (4.5 GPa) and elasticity modulus (123 GPa). The results of...
Preclinical evaluation of 188 Re-HYNIC-PSMA as a novel therapeutic agent
, Article Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry ; Volume 331, Issue 2 , 2022 , Pages 841-849 ; 02365731 (ISSN) ; Vosoughi, N ; Yousefnia, H ; Bahrami-Samani, A ; Zolghadri, S ; Vosoughi, S ; Alirezapour, B ; Sharif University of Technology
Springer Science and Business Media B.V
2022
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In this study, optimized preparation, quality control, cell assessments and biostribution of 188Re-HYNIC-PSMA in normal rats and tumor bearing mice are studied. Optimized conditions for radiolabeling were evaluated and radiochemical purity (> 99%) was investigated using ITLC and HPLC methods. 188Re-HYNIC-PSMA was stable both in PBS (4 °C) and in human serum (37 °C) even after 48 h. The results showed the complex was cleared from the blood very fast via urinary track. This new radiolabeled compound has a high potential to be considered as an agent for the treatment of patients with PSMA expressing tumors however more biological studies are still needed. © 2022, Akadémiai Kiadó, Budapest,...
Co-delivery of letrozole and cyclophosphamide via folic acid-decorated nanoniosomes for breast cancer therapy: Synergic effect, augmentation of cytotoxicity, and apoptosis gene expression
, Article Pharmaceuticals ; Volume 15, Issue 1 , 2022 ; 14248247 (ISSN) ; Hosseini, E ; Karimifard, S ; Khayam, N ; Meybodi, S. M ; Amiri, S ; Bourbour, M ; Far, B. F ; Akbarzadeh, I ; Bhia, M ; Hoskins, C ; Chaiyasut, C ; Sharif University of Technology
MDPI
2022
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Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent causes of cancer mortality in women. In order to increase patient prognosis and survival rates, new technologies are urgently required to deliver therapeutics in a more effective and efficient manner. Niosome nanoparticles have been recently employed as therapeutic platforms capable of loading and carrying drugs within their core for both mono and combination therapy. Here, niosome-based nanoscale carriers were investigated as a targeted delivery system for breast cancer therapy. The platform developed consists of niosomes loaded with letrozole and cyclophosphamide (NLC) and surface-functionalized with a folic-acidtargeting moiety (NLCPFA). Drug...
Zn-rich (GaN)1−x(ZnO)x: a biomedical friend?
, Article New Journal of Chemistry ; Volume 45, Issue 8 , 2021 , Pages 4077-4089 ; 11440546 (ISSN) ; Rabiee, N ; Fatahi, Y ; Dinarvand, R ; Sharif University of Technology
Royal Society of Chemistry
2021
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A Zn-Rich (GaN)1−x(ZnO)xnanostructure was synthesized with the assistance of a high-gravity technique in order to reduce the reaction time and temperature. The synthesized inorganic nanomaterial has been applied in both drug and gene delivery systems, and as the first fully inorganic nanomaterial, it was investigated in a comprehensive cellular investigation as well. In order to increase the potential bioavailability, as well as the interactions with the pCRISPR, the nanomaterial was enriched with additional Zn ions. The nanomaterial and the final nanocarrier were characterized at each step before and after any biological analysisviaFESEM, AFM, TEM, FTIR and XRD. The polymer coated...
Whole-genome analysis of de novo somatic point mutations reveals novel mutational biomarkers in pancreatic cancer
, Article Cancers ; Volume 13, Issue 17 , 2021 ; 20726694 (ISSN) ; Mohseni, A ; Dashti, H ; Beheshti, A ; Dehzangi, A ; Rabiee, H. R ; Alinejad Rokny, H ; Sharif University of Technology
MDPI
2021
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It is now known that at least 10% of samples with pancreatic cancers (PC) contain a causative mutation in the known susceptibility genes, suggesting the importance of identifying cancer-associated genes that carry the causative mutations in high-risk individuals for early detection of PC. In this study, we develop a statistical pipeline using a new concept, called gene-motif, that utilizes both mutated genes and mutational processes to identify 4211 3-nucleotide PC-associated gene-motifs within 203 significantly mutated genes in PC. Using these gene-motifs as distinguishable features for pancreatic cancer subtyping results in identifying five PC subtypes with distinguishable phenotypes and...