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Book Synthesis and Characterization of Environmentally Responsive Lipid nucleic Acid Complexes for Applications in Gene Delivery and Biomaterials

Download or read book Synthesis and Characterization of Environmentally Responsive Lipid nucleic Acid Complexes for Applications in Gene Delivery and Biomaterials written by Rahau S. Shirazi and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Environmentally responsive materials, i.e., materials that are designed to react to changes in their environment with a modification in their properties or structure, draw growing interests especially for synthetic materials for gene therapy and biomaterials applications. In this work, environmentally responsive lipid materials are designed to be responsive to (i) reducing milieu of the cytoplasm and (ii) low pH of late endosome. (i) The cleavable multivalent lipids (CMVLs) are designed with a disulfide bond in the linker between cationic headgroup and hydrophobic tails. CMVLs are designed to show the effect of lipid-nucleic acid complexes degradation in cytoplasm on nucleic acid delivery and cytotoxicity (ii) An acid-labile PEG-lipid (HPEG2K-lipid) capable of losing PEG chains at the pH of late endosomes is tailored for optimum circulation lifetime of liposomes as well as efficient endosomal release. Here, the efficient synthesis is presented as well as extensive characterization of the series of tailored cleavable multivalent lipids (CMVLn, with n = 2 to 5 the number of positive headgroup charges at full protonation). The self-assembled complexes of the CMVLs and DNA are a prototypical environmentally responsive material, undergoing extensive structural rearrangement when exposed to reducing agents. CMVL-DNA complexes are employed as carriers for nucleic acids in DNA transfection as well as small interfering RNA silencing experiments. The employment of CMVLs in complexes with nucleic acids presents the effect of CMVLs degradation on cytotoxicity, DNA transfection as well as siRNA silencing efficiency. The investigation of structural evolution of CMVL-DNA complexes at varied complex composition, temperature and incubation time was assessed employing small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS) and wide-angle X-ray scattering (WAXS).

Book Nucleic Acid Transfection

Download or read book Nucleic Acid Transfection written by Wolfgang Bielke and published by Springer. This book was released on 2010-11-11 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gene Delivery into Mammalian Cells: An Overview on Existing Approaches Employed In Vitro and In Vivo, by Peter Hahn and Elizabeth Scanlan * Strategies for the Preparation of Synthetic Transfection Vectors, by Asier Unciti-Broceta, Matthew N. Bacon, and Mark Bradley * Cationic Lipids: Molecular Structure/Transfection Activity Relationships and Interactions with Biomembranes, by Rumiana Koynova and Boris Tenchov * Hyperbranched Polyamines for Transfection, by Wiebke Fischer, Marcelo Calderon, and Rainer Haag * Carbohydrate Polymers for Nonviral Nucleic Acid Delivery, by Antons Sizovs, Patrick M. McLendon, Sathya Srinivasachari, and Theresa M. Reineke * Cationic Liposome–Nucleic Acid Complexes for Gene Delivery and Silencing: Pathways and Mechanisms for Plasmid DNA and siRNA, by Kai K. Ewert, Alexandra Zidovska, Ayesha Ahmad, Nathan F. Bouxsein, Heather M. Evans, Christopher S. McAllister, Charles E. Samuel, and Cyrus R. Safinya * Chemically Programmed Polymers for Targeted DNA and siRNA Transfection, by Eveline Edith Salcher and Ernst Wagner * Photochemical Internalization: A New Tool for Gene and Oligonucleotide Delivery, by Kristian Berg, Maria Berstad, Lina Prasmickaite, Anette Weyergang, Pål K. Selbo, Ida Hedfors, and Anders Høgset * Visualizing Uptake and Intracellular Trafficking of Gene Carriers by Single-Particle Tracking, by N. Ruthardt and C. Bräuchle

Book Polymeric Gene Delivery Systems

Download or read book Polymeric Gene Delivery Systems written by Yiyun Cheng and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-09-04 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ​The series Topics in Current Chemistry Collections presents critical reviews from the journal Topics in Current Chemistry organized in topical volumes. The scope of coverage is all areas of chemical science including the interfaces with related disciplines such as biology, medicine and materials science. The goal of each thematic volume is to give the non-specialist reader, whether in academia or industry, a comprehensive insight into an area where new research is emerging which is of interest to a larger scientific audience. Each review within the volume critically surveys one aspect of that topic and places it within the context of the volume as a whole. The most significant developments of the last 5 to 10 years are presented using selected examples to illustrate the principles discussed. The coverage is not intended to be an exhaustive summary of the field or include large quantities of data, but should rather be conceptual, concentrating on the methodological thinking that will allow the non-specialist reader to understand the information presented. Contributions also offer an outlook on potential future developments in the field. The chapter "Polymeric Nanoparticle-Mediated Gene Delivery for Lung Cancer Treatment" is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.

Book Footprinting of Nucleic Acid Protein Complexes

Download or read book Footprinting of Nucleic Acid Protein Complexes written by and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2014-05-19 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Footprinting of Nucleic Acid-Protein Complexes provides protocols for studying the stoichiometry, binding site size and location, and structural changes in nucleic acids caused by their interaction with proteins. The methods are central to studying key biological processes, such as transcription and translation. The techniques are important to experiments in vivoand in vitro, in eukaryotes and in prokaryotes, at qualitative and quantitative levels,and across many disciplines. This book is a laboratory manual of footprinting techniques for studying nucleic acid-protein interactions. It contains clear and concise descriptions of the most important methodologies, and includes in vivo as well as in vitro applications. It is aimed at bench scientists from graduate students on, and should be of value in industrial labs as well as in academic settings. Use of different footprinting approaches can provide unique insights into DNA-protein systems. The protocols containedin this handbook are written to be"user-friendly,"and thus should be conducive to extending the use of footprinting to new systems. The section on quantitative analysis of DNAse I footprints should prove especially useful for in depth evaluation of cooperative interactions. (For the End User) Provides clear exposition of footprinting techniques for characterizing DNA-protein interactions Covers both protection methods for identifying sites of protein binding and interference methods for determining points of contact between DNA and protein Includes approaches for both in vitro and in vivo measurements High quality, timely, and of lasting practical value in the laboratory

Book Modified Nucleic Acids

    Book Details:
  • Author : Kazuhiko Nakatani
  • Publisher : Springer
  • Release : 2016-04-04
  • ISBN : 3319271113
  • Pages : 280 pages

Download or read book Modified Nucleic Acids written by Kazuhiko Nakatani and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-04-04 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book spans diverse aspects of modified nucleic acids, from chemical synthesis and spectroscopy to in vivo applications, and highlights studies on chemical modifications of the backbone and nucleobases. Topics discussed include fluorescent pyrimidine and purine analogs, enzymatic approaches to the preparation of modified nucleic acids, emission and electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy for studying nucleic acid structure and dynamics, non-covalent binding of low- and high-MW ligands to nucleic acids and the design of unnatural base pairs. This unique book addresses new developments and is designed for graduate level and professional research purposes.

Book Nucleic Acids in the Environment

Download or read book Nucleic Acids in the Environment written by Jack T. Trevors and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-03-07 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Molecular biological techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction and purification, and especially the polymerase chain reaction, PCR, are rapidly gaining interest also in related fields, such as microbiology or environmental sciences. They offer new approaches and opportunities for the determination of microbial cells, DNA and RNA from soils, roots, rhizospheres, sediments and aquatic environments. Detailed protocols for these applications are described in this manual.

Book Synthetic Nucleic Acids as Inhibitors of Gene Expression

Download or read book Synthetic Nucleic Acids as Inhibitors of Gene Expression written by Levon Michael Khachigian and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2004-11-29 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the post-genomic era we have, at our fingertips, an incredible array of genomic sequences from a multitude of complex organisms. There remains, however, the critical need to understand the precise roles individual genes play in complex biological milieu. Synthetic nucleic acids are at the cutting-edge of molecular strategies that target genes of

Book Chemical Synthesis in Molecular Biology

Download or read book Chemical Synthesis in Molecular Biology written by Helmut Blöcker and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Protein-DNA recognition: The ineraction of lac. cl and E.coli RNA plymerase with Operators and promotors 1. Rapide solid-phase phosphotriester synthesis of DNA fragments on controlled pore glass and appçication to the preparation of a gene for somatomedin C 13. Cleavage of phosphorothioate-containing oligonucleotides and DNA by restriction endonucleases. Regio-and stereospecific synthesis of 7-Deazapurine 2 - Deoxyribonucleosides and incorporation of nucleooside isosteres into oligonucleotides. Repair-resistant nucleoside analogues in oligonucleotide-directed mutagenesis. Total synthesis of yeast alanyl tRNA. Synthesis of 5-Azacytosine 2'-Deoxyribonucleosides, proprerties and biological activity. Synthesis and characterization of a set of four dodecadeoxyribonucleoside Undecaphospates containing 0 - Methylguanine opposite ademine, cytosine, Guanine, and thymine. Chemical synthesis and biological applications of oligodeoxynucleotides containig carcinogen-DNA Adducts: 06-Methylguanine. Biotinylated ologonucleotide hybridization probes: Progress towards a Non-radioactive method for the deiagnosis of human genetic diseases.

Book Small Molecule DNA and RNA Binders

Download or read book Small Molecule DNA and RNA Binders written by Martine Demeunynck and published by Vch Verlagsgesellschaft Mbh. This book was released on 2003 with total page 732 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The development of molecules that selectively bind to nucleic acids has provided many details about DNA and RNA recognition. The range of such substances, such as metal complexes, peptides, oligonucleotides and a wide array of synthetic organic compounds, is as manifold as the functions of nucleic acids. Nucleic acid recognition sequences are often found in the major or minor groove of a double strand, while other typical interactions include intercalation between base pairs or the formation of triple or quadruple helices. One example of a binding mode that has recently been proposed is end stacking on such complex structures as the telomere tetraplex. In this comprehensive book, internationally recognized experts describe in detail the important aspects of nucleic acid binding, and in so doing present impressive approaches to drug design. Since typical substances may be created naturally or synthetically, emphasis is placed on natural products, chemical synthesis, the use of combinatorial libraries, and structural characterization. The whole is rounded off by contributions on molecular modeling, as well as investigations into the way in which any given drug interacts with its nucleic acid recognition site.

Book Nucleic Acids Synthesis

Download or read book Nucleic Acids Synthesis written by Hubert Köster and published by IRL Press. This book was released on 1980 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Index Medicus

Download or read book Index Medicus written by and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 2454 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vols. for 1963- include as pt. 2 of the Jan. issue: Medical subject headings.

Book Polymeric Nanomaterials in Nanotherapeutics

Download or read book Polymeric Nanomaterials in Nanotherapeutics written by and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2018-10-26 with total page 558 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Polymeric Nanomaterials in Nanotherapeutics describes how polymeric nanosensors and nanorobotics are used for biomedical instrumentation, surgery, diagnosis and targeted drug delivery for cancer, pharmacokinetics, monitoring of diabetes and healthcare. Key areas of coverage include drug administration and formulations for targeted delivery and release of active agents (drug molecules) to non-healthy tissues and cells. The book demonstrates how these are applied to dental work, wound healing, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative disorders, infectious diseases, chronic inflammatory diseases, metabolic diseases, and more. Methods of administration discussed include oral, dental, topical and transdermal, pulmonary and nasal, ocular, vaginal, and brain drug delivery and targeting. Drug delivery topics treated in several subchapters includes materials for active targeting and cases study of polymeric nanomaterials in clinical trials. The toxicity and regulatory status of therapeutic polymeric nanomaterials are also examined. The book gives a broad perspective on the topic for researchers, postgraduate students and professionals in the biomaterials, biotechnology, and biomedical fields. Shows how the properties of polymeric nanomaterials can be used to create more efficient medical treatments/therapies Demonstrates the potential and range of applications of polymeric nanomaterials in disease prevention, diagnosis, drug development, and for improving treatment outcomes Accurately explains how nanotherapeutics can help in solving problems in the field through the latest technologies and formulations

Book Therapeutic Oligonucleotides

Download or read book Therapeutic Oligonucleotides written by Jens Kurreck and published by Royal Society of Chemistry. This book was released on 2008 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a compelling overall update on current status of RNA interference

Book Advanced Drug Delivery Systems in the Management of Cancer

Download or read book Advanced Drug Delivery Systems in the Management of Cancer written by Kamal Dua and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2021-06-24 with total page 572 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Advanced Drug Delivery Systems in the Management of Cancer discusses recent developments in nanomedicine and nano-based drug delivery systems used in the treatment of cancers affecting the blood, lungs, brain, and kidneys. The research presented in this book includes international collaborations in the area of novel drug delivery for the treatment of cancer. Cancer therapy remains one of the greatest challenges in modern medicine, as successful treatment requires the elimination of malignant cells that are closely related to normal cells within the body. Advanced drug delivery systems are carriers for a wide range of pharmacotherapies used in many applications, including cancer treatment. The use of such carrier systems in cancer treatment is growing rapidly as they help overcome the limitations associated with conventional drug delivery systems. Some of the conventional limitations that these advanced drug delivery systems help overcome include nonspecific targeting, systemic toxicity, poor oral bioavailability, reduced efficacy, and low therapeutic index. This book begins with a brief introduction to cancer biology. This is followed by an overview of the current landscape in pharmacotherapy for the cancer management. The need for advanced drug delivery systems in oncology and cancer treatment is established, and the systems that can be used for several specific cancers are discussed. Several chapters of the book are devoted to discussing the latest technologies and advances in nanotechnology. These include practical solutions on how to design a more effective nanocarrier for the drugs used in cancer therapeutics. Each chapter is written with the goal of informing readers about the latest advancements in drug delivery system technologies while reinforcing understanding through various detailed tables, figures, and illustrations. Advanced Drug Delivery Systems in the Management of Cancer is a valuable resource for anyone working in the fields of cancer biology and drug delivery, whether in academia, research, or industry. The book will be especially useful for researchers in drug formulation and drug delivery as well as for biological and translational researchers working in the field of cancer. Presents an overview of the recent perspectives and challenges within the management and diagnosis of cancer Provides insights into how advanced drug delivery systems can effectively be used in the management of a wide range of cancers Includes up-to-date information on diagnostic methods and treatment strategies using controlled drug delivery systems

Book Nanopharmaceuticals  Principles and Applications Vol  3

Download or read book Nanopharmaceuticals Principles and Applications Vol 3 written by Vinod Kumar Yata and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2020-08-19 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the third volume on this subject and focuses on the recent advances of nanopharmaceuticals in cancer, dental, dermal and drug delivery applications and presents their safety, toxicity and therapeutic efficacy. The book also includes the transport phenomenon of nanomaterials and important pathways for drug delivery applications. It goes on to explain the toxicity of nanoparticles to different physiological systems and methods used to assess this for different organ systems using examples of in vivo systems.

Book Seaweed Polysaccharides

    Book Details:
  • Author : Jayachandran Venkatesan
  • Publisher : Elsevier
  • Release : 2017-05-30
  • ISBN : 0128098171
  • Pages : 410 pages

Download or read book Seaweed Polysaccharides written by Jayachandran Venkatesan and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2017-05-30 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seaweed Polysaccharides: Isolation, Biological, and Biomedical Applications examines the isolation and characterization of algal biopolymers, including a range of new biological and biomedical applications. In recent years, significant developments have been made in algae-based polymers (commonly called polysaccharides), and in biomedical applications such as drug delivery, wound dressings, and tissue engineering. Demand for algae-based polymers is increasing and represent a potential—very inexpensive—resource for these applications. The structure and chemical modification of algal polymers are covered, as well as the biological properties of these materials – including antithrombic, anti-inflammatory, anticoagulant, and antiviral aspects. Toxicity of algal biopolymers is also covered. Finally, the book introduces and explains real world applications of algal-based biopolymers in biomedical applications, including tissue engineering, drug delivery, and biosensors. This is the first book to cover the extraction techniques, biomedical applications, and the economic perspective of seaweed polysaccharides. It is an essential text for researchers and industry professionals looking to work with this renewable resource. Provides comprehensive coverage of the research currently taking place in biomedical applications of algae biopolymers Includes practical guidance on the isolation, extraction, and characterization of polysaccharides from sustainable marine sources Covers the extraction techniques, biomedical applications, and economic outlook of seaweed polysaccharides

Book Nanopharmaceutical Advanced Delivery Systems

Download or read book Nanopharmaceutical Advanced Delivery Systems written by Vivek Dave and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-12-29 with total page 467 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book provides a single volume covering detailed descriptions about various delivery systems, their principles and how these are put in use for the treatment of multiple diseases. It is divided into four sections where the first section deals with the introduction and importance of novel drug delivery system. The second section deals with the most advanced drug delivery systems like microbubbles, dendrimers, lipid-based nanoparticles, nanofibers, microemulsions etc., describing the major principles and techniques of the preparations of the drug delivery systems. The third section elaborates on the treatments of diverse diseases like cancer, topical diseases, tuberculosis etc. The fourth and final section provides a brief informative description about the regulatory aspects of novel drug delivery system that is followed in various countries.