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Abstract
Phototheranostics has recently gained attention as a promising strategy for integrating tumor diagnosis and treatment. In this study, we developed a biodegradable phototheranostic nanoplatform based on two donor (D)-π-acceptor (A) molecules, JRD1 and BAH13. They were co-assembled with DSPEG-PEG2000 to form nanoparticules with distinct morphologies: JR NPs, characterized by their strip-like structure, and BA NPs, which displayed a spherical microstructure. Both nanoparticle types exhibited excellent photothermal properties and oxidative degradability. JR NPs exhibited significant near-infrared (NIR) II fluorescence signals, while the BA NPs were more effective for photoacoustic imaging (PAI). However neither JR NPs or BA NPs alone achieved the desired imaging effect through NIR II fluorescence imaging or PAI for targeting tumor. To enhance phototheranostic performance, JRD1, BAH13, and NO donors were co-assembled with DSPE-PEG2000 yielding JR/BA/NO NPs with a nanocapsule-like microstructure, which provided strong NIR II fluorescence and PAI signals while simultaneously generating NO upon photothermal activation. In vivo imaging revealed that, JR/BA/NO NPs offered superior tumor-targeting capabilities and more precise imaging compared to JR NPs and BA NPs. Additionally, the combined photothermal and NO-releasing properties of JR/BA/NO NPs demonstrated exceptional therapeutic efficacy in tumor treatment. This study presents a novel approach to optimize the performance for phototheranostics.
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Sensors & Actuators, B: Chemical is an international journal focused on the research and development of chemical transducers. It covers chemical sensors and biosensors, chemical actuators, and analytical microsystems. The journal is interdisciplinary, aiming to publish original works showcasing substantial advancements beyond the current state of the art in these fields, with practical applicability to solving meaningful analytical problems. Review articles are accepted by invitation from an Editor of the journal.