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Researchers developed novel xylan phenyl carbonate nanoparticles (XPC-NP) for biomedical use. These stable, reactive nanoparticles can be easily functionalized with amino compounds under mild conditions, showing potential for advanced applications.

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  • Biomaterials Science
  • Nanotechnology
  • Polymer Chemistry

Background:

  • Polysaccharide-based nanoparticles (PS-NP) are promising for biomedical applications.
  • Functionalization of these nanomaterials remains a significant challenge.
  • Developing reactive PS-NP for conjugation under mild aqueous conditions is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop reactive polysaccharide nanoparticles (PS-NP) capable of conjugation with amino-containing compounds.
  • To synthesize and characterize cellulose phenyl carbonates (CPC) and xylan phenyl carbonates (XPC) with varying degrees of substitution (DS).
  • To investigate the self-assembly of these derivatives into nanoparticles and their stability and reactivity.

Main Methods:

  • Homogeneous synthesis of cellulose phenyl carbonates (CPC) and xylan phenyl carbonates (XPC) with controlled DS.
  • Comprehensive study of PS-NP formation via self-assembly of hydrophobic derivatives.
  • Assessment of nanoparticle stability in aqueous dispersion against aggregation and hydrolysis.
  • Demonstration of reactivity with amino-functionalized compounds using a model dye.
  • Evaluation of cytotoxicity of functionalized XPC-NP.

Main Results:

  • XPC derivatives self-assembled into stable, spherical nanoparticles (100-200 nm diameter).
  • CPC derivatives predominantly formed macroscopic aggregates.
  • XPC-NP exhibited long-term stability in water, resisting aggregation and hydrolysis.
  • A simple aqueous coupling procedure for direct functionalization of XPC-NP with amines was established.
  • Dye-functionalized XPC-NP were found to be non-cytotoxic.

Conclusions:

  • Xylan phenyl carbonate nanoparticles (XPC-NP) represent a novel, stable, and reactive platform for biomedical applications.
  • The developed method allows for straightforward functionalization of XPC-NP with amino-containing molecules under mild aqueous conditions.
  • These findings open avenues for utilizing XPC-NP in advanced biomedical fields requiring targeted delivery or imaging.