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    • Nanotechnology
    • Toxicology
    • Biomedical Engineering

    Background:

    • Quantum dots (QDs) are nanomaterials with diverse applications.
    • Assessing QD toxicity in vitro is crucial for understanding their biological impact.
    • Traditional static exposure methods may not accurately reflect in vivo conditions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop and validate a microfluidic-based in vitro method for evaluating quantum dot (QD) toxicity.
    • To compare cytotoxicity outcomes under flow versus static exposure conditions.
    • To investigate the mechanisms of QD-induced cytotoxicity.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized a microfluidic device with an integrated cell array for sensitive flow exposure.
    • Exposed QDs (modified with cetyltrimethyl ammonium bromide/trioctylphosphine oxide) to cells under both flow and static conditions.
    • Quantified cell detachment, deformation, viability, intracellular reactive oxygen species production, and cadmium release.

    Main Results:

    • Flow exposure demonstrated significant differences in cell detachment, deformation, and viability compared to static exposure.
    • Homogeneous distribution of nanoparticles and avoidance of gravitational settling were observed under flow conditions.
    • Intracellular reactive oxygen species production and cadmium release were identified as key mechanisms of QD cytotoxicity.

    Conclusions:

    • Microfluidic-based flow exposure offers a more physiologically relevant and accurate method for in vitro nanotoxicity assessment.
    • This biomimetic approach provides potential advantages for future nanotoxicity research.
    • Understanding QD-induced cytotoxicity mechanisms is essential for safe application of nanomaterials.