Optically Controlled Drug Release from Light-Sensitive Liposomes with the New Photosensitizer 5,10-DiOH.

The delivery of therapeutic drugs to a specific cellular site is a challenge in the treatment of different diseases. Liposomes have been widely studied as vehicles for drug delivery, and recent research begins to show the potential of the light-controlled opening of liposomes. Liposomes with photoactive molecules can release their cargo upon light irradiation for localized drug release.