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  • * Polymer Chemistry
  • * Nanotechnology
  • * Biomaterials Science

Background:

  • * Engineering protein-like intelligence in synthetic macromolecules is challenging due to difficulties in creating systems with both alpha-helical and beta-sheet structures, alongside polyelectrolyte properties.
  • * While alpha-helical polypeptide polyelectrolytes are established, the synthesis of high molecular weight beta-sheet polypeptide polyelectrolytes remains a bottleneck for constructing protein-mimicking synthetic nano-assemblies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • * To develop novel beta-sheet polypeptide core-shell polyelectrolytes using a block copolymer strategy.
  • * To demonstrate the potential of these synthetic polypeptides in self-assembly and their applications in drug and biomarker delivery.
  • * To evaluate the in vitro and in vivo performance of the synthesized beta-sheet polyelectrolytes.

Main Methods:

  • * Synthesis of di-block polypeptides using steric-hindrance assisted ring opening polymerization (SHAROP) for the beta-sheet block (L-serine) and alpha-helical promoting residues (L-glutamate, L-lysine).
  • * Post-polymerization deprotection to yield beta-sheet block core-shell polyelectrolytes with tunable charges (anionic/cationic) at physiological pH.
  • * Characterization of self-assembled nanoparticles (approx. 30 nm) and assessment of their drug loading and delivery capabilities.

Main Results:

  • * Successful synthesis of well-defined beta-sheet polypeptide core-shell polyelectrolytes.
  • * Self-assembly into uniform nanoparticles capable of encapsulating doxorubicin (anticancer drug) and near-infrared (NIR) biomarkers.
  • * Demonstrated efficient drug delivery in cancer cell lines and successful in vivo application in a mouse model.
  • * Anionic beta-sheet polyelectrolytes showed no toxicity or hemolysis, confirming biocompatibility.

Conclusions:

  • * This study presents a novel method for creating beta-sheet polypeptide polyelectrolytes, overcoming previous synthetic limitations.
  • * The developed nanoparticles show promise as versatile platforms for targeted drug delivery and biomedical imaging.
  • * The biocompatibility and efficacy in vivo highlight the potential of these synthetic protein-mimics for therapeutic applications.