Research progress in nucleus-targeted tumor therapy.

Biomater Sci

Chongqing Key Laboratory of Natural Product Synthesis and Drug Research, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chongqing University, Chongqing, 401331, P. R. China.

Published: September 2023

AI Article Synopsis

  • The nucleus is a key organelle in cells, crucial for regulating reproduction, metabolism, and the cell cycle, and targeting it with drugs can enhance therapeutic outcomes in precision medicine.
  • Successful delivery of drugs to the nucleus faces challenges due to biological barriers, highlighting the need for improved drug delivery systems.
  • The text reviews current advancements in nucleus-targeted drug delivery, discussing the structure of the nucleus, delivery strategies, and the obstacles and potential solutions for better clinical applications.

Article Abstract

The nucleus is considered the most important organelle in the cell as it plays a central role in controlling cell reproduction, metabolism, and the cell cycle. The successful delivery of drugs into the nucleus can achieve excellent therapeutic effects, which reveals the potential of nucleus-targeted therapy in precision medicine. However, the transportation of therapeutics into the nucleus remains a significant challenge due to various biological barriers. Herein, we summarize the recent progress in the nucleus-targeted drug delivery system (NDDS). The structures of the nucleus and nuclear envelope are first described in order to understand the mechanisms by which drugs cross the nuclear envelope. Then, various drug delivery strategies based on the mechanisms and their applications are discussed. Finally, the challenges and solutions in the field of nucleus-targeted drug delivery are raised for developing a more efficient NDDS and promoting its clinical transformation.

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