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    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Virology
    • Nanotechnology

    Background:

    • Virus capsids naturally protect genetic material and deliver it to host cells.
    • Their inherent stability and size (25-90 nm) make them suitable for biomedical nanoparticle applications.
    • Engineering viral capsids into targeted protein cages is a promising strategy for therapeutic delivery.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review current approaches for engineering virus-based nanocontainers for medical use.
    • To discuss the challenges in developing these viral delivery systems.
    • To highlight the potential of modified virus capsids as therapeutic delivery vehicles.

    Main Methods:

    • Chemical and genetic engineering of icosahedral, non-enveloped viruses.
    • Modification of capsid properties for enhanced stability and reduced immunogenicity.
    • Assessment of encapsulation capacity for therapeutic and diagnostic materials.

    Main Results:

    • Several viral systems have been partially engineered into functional nanocontainers.
    • Engineered capsids aim to retain native stability, flexibility, and cell-penetrating abilities.
    • Progress has been made in achieving targetability and large-scale material encapsulation.

    Conclusions:

    • Virus capsids represent a versatile platform for developing advanced drug delivery systems.
    • Further research is needed to overcome challenges in immunogenicity and precise targeting.
    • Engineered viral nanocontainers hold significant potential for future medical applications.