研究目的
To develop and evaluate water-soluble, bio-stable, low-toxicity single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWNTs) conjugated with a dye (CY7) and anti-IGF-1R antibody for optical imaging-guided photothermal therapy of orthotopic pancreatic cancer, aiming to improve targeting specificity and therapeutic efficacy with minimal adverse effects.
研究成果
The synthesized SWNT-CY7-IGF-1Ra nanoprobes exhibit excellent photothermal conversion efficiency, tumor targeting specificity, and biocompatibility. They enable effective optical imaging-guided photothermal therapy, significantly improving survival and reducing adverse effects in orthotopic pancreatic cancer mouse models. This approach provides a promising strategy for integrating diagnosis and treatment in pancreatic cancer, with potential for future clinical applications.
研究不足
The study is limited to preclinical models (cell lines and mice), and translation to human applications requires further validation. Potential limitations include the specificity of IGF-1R targeting in heterogeneous tumors, long-term toxicity of SWNTs, and the need for optimization of laser parameters and dosing for clinical use. The EPR effect and stromal barriers in pancreatic cancer may affect nanoparticle delivery and efficacy.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The study designed SWNTs modified with DSPE-PEG5000-NH2 for improved water solubility and biocompatibility, conjugated with CY7 for near-infrared fluorescence imaging and enhanced photothermal conversion, and coupled with anti-IGF-1R antibody for active tumor targeting. Methods included synthesis, characterization (using TEM, AFM, Raman spectroscopy, FTIR, zeta potential, UV-VIS-NIR spectra), stability tests, cytotoxicity assays, in vitro and in vivo photothermal evaluations, flow cytometry, Western blot, immunohistochemistry, biodistribution studies using IVIS spectrum and photoacoustic imaging, and in vivo therapeutic efficacy assessments in orthotopic pancreatic cancer mouse models.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
Pancreatic cancer cell lines (ASPC-1, BXPC-3, PANC-1, SW1990) and orthotopic pancreatic cancer-bearing mice were used. Data were sourced from laboratory experiments including cell culture, animal models, and various imaging and analytical techniques.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Equipment included atomic force microscope (AFM), Raman spectrometer, transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), zeta potential analyzer, UV-VIS-NIR spectrophotometer, small animal optical molecular imaging system (IVIS spectrum), fluorescence microscope, thermal imager, flow cytometer, Western blot apparatus, immunohistochemistry tools, photoacoustic imaging system, Cellvizio system, and confocal laser endoscope. Materials included single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWNTs), DSPE-PEG5000-NH2, CY7-NHS, anti-IGF-1R antibody, cell counting kit-8, calcein-AM, propidium iodide, reactive oxygen species assay kit, and various buffers and cell culture media.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
SWNTs were carboxylated, coated with DSPE-PEG5000-NH2, conjugated with CY7 and anti-IGF-1R antibody. Characterization involved morphological, spectroscopic, and stability analyses. In vitro studies included cytotoxicity, photothermal effects, ROS production, and cellular uptake. In vivo studies involved tail vein injection of nanoprobes, biodistribution monitoring using IVIS and photoacoustic imaging, photothermal therapy under optical guidance, and assessment of therapeutic efficacy through survival and histological analysis.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
Data were analyzed using statistical methods (mean ± SD, t-tests, linear regression) with software tools for imaging and flow cytometry analysis. Quantitative measurements included fluorescence intensity, temperature changes, cell viability, and tumor-to-background ratios.
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atomic force microscope
Characterization of SWNT-PEG dispersion on silicon wafer.
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Raman spectrometer
Study of vibration properties of SWNT-PEG, including G-band, D-band, and RBM band.
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transmission electron microscopy
Imaging morphological characteristics of synthesized nanotubes.
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Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy
Analysis of functional groups on nanotube surfaces.
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zeta potential analyzer
Measurement of surface charge of nanotubes.
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UV-VIS-NIR spectrophotometer
Measurement of absorption spectra of nanotubes.
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small animal optical molecular imaging system
IVIS spectrum
In vivo fluorescence imaging of nanoprobes in mice.
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fluorescence microscope
Guidance for photothermal therapy and imaging.
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thermal imager
Monitoring temperature changes during photothermal therapy.
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flow cytometer
Analysis of IGF-1R expression in pancreatic cancer cells.
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Western blot apparatus
Verification of IGF-1R expression in cell lines.
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photoacoustic imaging system
In vivo imaging of nanotube metabolism.
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Cellvizio system
Microscopic tracking of nanotube distribution in vivo.
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confocal laser endoscope
Imaging vascular structures and nanotube accumulation in tumors.
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NIR laser
785 nm
Irradiation for photothermal therapy and imaging.
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