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A New Perspective on Regenerative Medicine: Plant-Derived Extracellular Vesicles
Yuan Zuo1, Jinying Zhang1, Bo Sun1
1Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou 450046, China.
Biomolecules
|August 28, 2025
Summary
Plant-derived extracellular vesicles (PDEVs) offer biocompatible and stable therapeutic potential for regenerative medicine. This review covers PDEV properties, isolation, and applications in treating various diseases.
Area of Science:
- Biotechnology
- Regenerative Medicine
- Nanomedicine
Background:
- Plant-derived extracellular vesicles (PDEVs) are nanoscale vesicles with high biocompatibility and stability.
- PDEVs show potential in regenerative medicine due to their ability to enhance cellular functions and promote tissue regeneration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of PDEVs.
- To examine their biological properties, isolation, characterization, and preservation.
- To discuss current applications and future clinical potential in regenerative medicine.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of literature on PDEVs.
- Analysis of biological properties, isolation techniques, and characterization methods.
- Evaluation of therapeutic applications and clinical translation challenges.
Main Results:
- PDEVs exhibit immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidative effects.
- They have been successfully applied in treating skeletal muscle disorders, cardiovascular diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions.
- Standardized methodologies for isolation, characterization, and preservation are crucial for PDEV applications.
Conclusions:
- PDEVs represent a promising therapeutic strategy for regenerative medicine.
- Further research and standardization are needed to advance PDEV-based therapies towards clinical translation.
- PDEVs offer a safe, abundant, and low-immunogenicity option for various medical applications.
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