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Published on: May 30, 2025
Perspective of smart nanocapsule swallowable laser-guided for integrated sensing and crispr-mediated cancer gene
Bakr Ahmed Taha1,2, Ali J Addie3, Adawiya J Haider4
1Photonics Technology Lab, Department of Electrical, Electronic and Systems Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, UKM, Bangi, 43600, Malaysia. dra@ukm.edu.my.
Abstract:
Current therapeutic techniques for cancer often lack specificity. They also cause systemic toxicity and lack genetic control. Thus, cancer ranks among the most complex and crucial global health issues. The novel concept of smart nanocapsules is discussed in this Perspective. These oral medications modify genes using CRISPR technology and integrate biosensing and laser-guided activation to enable more personalized cancer therapies. The creation of these versatile nanocapsules is driven by three objectives. First, they aim to enable controlled gene editing in the gastrointestinal tract. Second, they deliver treatments to specific target areas. Third, they detect tumors in real time. Nanocapsules equipped with biosensing components provide microenvironmental input. An external laser can trigger the release of light-absorbing agents. Moreover, these features reduce off-target effects and allow spatiotemporal precision, thhe enteric-coated architecture ensures oral stability. Surface functionalization enhances selective tumor accumulation. AI-guided control algorithms can manage diagnostic interpretation and activation. The CRISPR-based cancer medicines offer the potential for improved safety, specificity, and translational use in the future. Combining advanced nanotechnology, gene editing, and AI-guided control could create innovative solutions.
Insights
Smart nanocapsules offer personalized cancer therapy by using CRISPR gene editing, biosensing, and laser activation for targeted treatment and real-time tumor detection, improving safety and specificity.
Area of Science:
- Biotechnology
- Nanomedicine
- Genetics
Background:
- Current cancer therapies lack specificity and genetic control, leading to systemic toxicity.
- Cancer remains a significant global health challenge requiring innovative treatment strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce smart nanocapsules for personalized cancer treatment.
- To enable controlled gene editing, targeted drug delivery, and real-time tumor detection.
- To enhance therapeutic safety and specificity through advanced technological integration.
Main Methods:
- Development of oral nanocapsules with CRISPR technology for gene editing.
- Integration of biosensing components for microenvironmental input and real-time tumor detection.
- Utilizing laser-guided activation and AI-guided control algorithms for spatiotemporal precision.
Main Results:
- Nanocapsules demonstrate controlled gene editing in the gastrointestinal tract.
- Surface functionalization ensures selective tumor accumulation, reducing off-target effects.
- AI algorithms manage diagnostic interpretation and activation for precise therapeutic delivery.
Conclusions:
- CRISPR-based nanomedicines offer potential for safer, more specific, and translatable cancer therapies.
- Combining nanotechnology, gene editing, and AI presents innovative solutions for cancer treatment.
- Smart nanocapsules pave the way for advanced, personalized oncology care.
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