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Correction: Enzyme-mediated dual-targeted-assembly realizes a synergistic anticancer effect.
Dingze Mang1, Shijin Zhang1, Xia Wu1
1Bioinspired Soft Matter Unit, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University, 1919-1 Tancha, Onna-son, Okinawa, 904-0495, Japan. ye.zhang@oist.jp.
Chemical Communications (Cambridge, England)
|June 14, 2019
Summary
This correction clarifies findings on enzyme-mediated dual-targeting assembly for synergistic anticancer effects. The study details novel strategies for enhanced cancer therapy through precise molecular assembly and targeting.
Area of Science:
- Biochemistry
- Materials Science
- Oncology
Background:
- Enzyme-mediated assembly offers precise control over drug delivery systems.
- Dual-targeting strategies can enhance therapeutic efficacy and reduce side effects.
- Synergistic anticancer effects are crucial for overcoming drug resistance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To correct and clarify the findings presented in the original publication.
- To ensure accurate representation of the enzyme-mediated dual-targeted-assembly mechanism.
- To reaffirm the synergistic anticancer effect achieved through the described methodology.
Main Methods:
- Correction of specific experimental details and data interpretation.
- Re-evaluation of the enzyme-mediated assembly process.
- Confirmation of dual-targeting capabilities and synergistic outcomes.
Main Results:
- Clarification of the assembly process and its efficiency.
- Accurate reporting of the dual-targeting mechanism's effectiveness.
- Confirmation of the synergistic anticancer effect demonstrated in the study.
Conclusions:
- The corrected findings reinforce the potential of enzyme-mediated dual-targeted-assembly.
- This approach shows promise for developing advanced synergistic cancer therapies.
- Accurate reporting is vital for the advancement of nanomedicine and targeted drug delivery.
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