Silicon-polysaccharide fluorescent nanocomposite for everolimus delivery and theranostic application in clear cell

Zhihong Lv1, Yuping Xu1, Huiying Liu1

  • 1Oncology Department, Linfen People's Hospital, Linfen, Shanxi, China.

Carbohydrate Research
|September 27, 2025
PubMed

Insights

This study developed a novel nanocarrier for everolimus, improving its delivery for clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC) treatment. The system offers targeted therapy and immune synergy, enhancing therapeutic potential.

Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Nanotechnology
  • Cancer Therapy

Background:

  • Clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC) treatment with everolimus is limited by poor bioavailability and tumor targeting.
  • Development of advanced drug delivery systems is crucial for improving ccRCC therapy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a multifunctional nanocarrier for enhanced delivery of everolimus in ccRCC.
  • To create a redox-responsive, fluorescence-trackable platform for targeted and immune-synergistic ccRCC therapy.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of a Co(II)-based MOF (CP1) using H4L and bpp ligands.
  • Coating CP1 with sodium alginate (SA) and APTMS, followed by modification with a fluorescent benzopyranone derivative.
  • Loading everolimus (EVE) onto the modified nanocarrier to create 1-SA-APTMS@CP1@EVE.

Main Results:

  • The nanocarrier 1-SA-APTMS@CP1@EVE exhibited high surface area (98.3 m²/g) and mesoporosity (2-6 nm).
  • The system enabled dual-channel fluorescence detection of GSH and NAD(P)H with low detection limits.
  • In vitro studies showed inhibition of ccRCC cell proliferation and downregulation of TNFRSF18.

Conclusions:

  • The developed nanocarrier provides a stable, functional platform for everolimus delivery.
  • This system offers potential for targeted and immune-synergistic therapy in ccRCC.
  • The fluorescence-trackable nature aids in monitoring drug delivery and therapeutic response.