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Reactive Oxygen Species Responsive Naturally Occurring Phenolic-Based Polymeric Prodrug
S V Berwin Singh1,2, Angela Guma Adam3, Nirmalya Tripathy4
1Department of Physiology, Research Institute for Endocrine Sciences, Chonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju, South Korea.
Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology
|October 26, 2018
Summary
Naturally occurring phenolics are used in biodegradable polymers for drug delivery. These novel materials target cancer by responding to elevated Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS), offering therapeutic potential.
Area of Science:
- Biomaterials Science
- Polymer Chemistry
- Cancer Biology
Background:
- Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) are crucial in biological systems but excessive levels contribute to cancer development.
- Naturally occurring phenolic compounds possess therapeutic properties and are often consumed as dietary supplements.
- Developing effective drug delivery systems is essential for managing ROS-related diseases like cancer.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the development of redox-responsive polymeric prodrugs utilizing naturally occurring phenolics.
- To investigate the incorporation of therapeutic small molecules into biodegradable polyoxalate polymer backbones.
- To focus on the clinical applications of these novel phenolic-based polymeric prodrugs.
Main Methods:
- Covalent incorporation of therapeutic small molecules into a biodegradable polyoxalate polymer backbone.
- Design of polymers with responsive groups to target ROS.
- Utilizing naturally occurring phenolics as active components within the polymeric structure.
Main Results:
- Demonstrated the formation of efficient drug delivery vehicles through polymer design.
- Highlighted the responsive nature of the polymers to ROS.
- Established a foundation for the clinical application of these prodrugs.
Conclusions:
- Naturally occurring phenolics can be effectively integrated into redox-responsive polymers for targeted drug delivery.
- Biodegradable polyoxalate-based prodrugs offer a promising strategy for combating ROS-induced cellular damage and cancer.
- Further research into clinical applications is warranted for these innovative therapeutic systems.
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