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Lipid-siRNA Organization Modulates the Intracellular Dynamics of Lipid Nanoparticles
Yulin Mo1,2, Alexander F A Keszei2, Shagun Kothari3
1Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario M5G 1L7, Canada.
Journal of the American Chemical Society
|March 11, 2025
Summary
Lipid nanoparticle (LNP) structure impacts siRNA delivery. Optimizing lipid-siRNA organization enhances cellular uptake and endosomal escape for RNA therapeutics.
Area of Science:
- Biotechnology
- Nanomedicine
- Molecular Biology
Background:
- Lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) are crucial for delivering nucleic acids.
- Understanding LNP internal structure's effect on intracellular behavior is vital.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate how lipid-siRNA organization within LNPs influences intracellular delivery dynamics.
- To provide design principles for optimizing LNP-based RNA therapeutics.
Main Methods:
- Cryo-electron microscopy
- Photochemical assays
- Live cell imaging
- Convex lens-induced confinement microscopy
- Single-particle imaging
Main Results:
- Increased siRNA loading alters lipid distribution and enhances LNP membrane fluidity.
- Modified LNP organization promotes cellular membrane fusion and cytosolic delivery via macropinocytosis.
- Lipid-siRNA organization regulates LNP responsiveness to stimuli, impacting endosomal escape.
Conclusions:
- Lipid-siRNA organization is a key determinant of LNP intracellular dynamics.
- Rational design of LNP internal structure can optimize RNA therapeutic delivery.
