{"title":"Bacterial and bacterial derivatives-based drug delivery systems: a novel approach for treating central nervous system disorders.","authors":"Shizhu Gao, Xin Li, Bing Han","doi":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2444364","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2444364","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Bacteria and their derivatives show great potential as drug delivery systems due to their unique chemotaxis, biocompatibility, and targeting abilities. In CNS disease treatment, bacterial carriers can cross the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and deliver drugs precisely, overcoming limitations of traditional methods. Advances in genetic engineering, synthetic biology, and nanotechnology have transformed these systems into multifunctional platforms for personalized CNS treatment.</p><p><strong>Areas covered: </strong>This review examines the latest research on bacterial carriers for treating ischemic brain injury, neurodegenerative diseases, and gliomas. Bacteria efficiently cross the blood-brain barrier via active targeting, endocytosis, paracellular transport, and the nose-to-brain route for precise drug delivery. Various bacterial drug delivery systems, such as OMVs and bacterial ghosts, are explored for their design and application. Databases were searched in Google Scholar for the period up to December 2024.</p><p><strong>Expert opinion: </strong>Future developments in bacterial drug delivery will rely on AI-driven design and high-throughput engineering, enhancing treatment precision. Personalized medicine will further optimize bacterial carriers for individual patients, but challenges such as biosafety, immune rejection, and scalability must be addressed. As multimodal diagnostic and therapeutic strategies advance, bacterial carriers are expected to play a central role in CNS disease treatment, offering novel precision medicine solutions.</p>","PeriodicalId":94004,"journal":{"name":"Expert opinion on drug delivery","volume":" ","pages":"1-18"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142848740","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Nanomedicines modulate the tumor immune microenvironment for cancer therapy.","authors":"Po-Han Chao, Vanessa Chan, Shyh-Dar Li","doi":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2412245","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2412245","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>In recent years, the evolution of immunotherapy as a means to trigger a robust antitumor immune response has revolutionized cancer treatment. Despite its potential, the effectiveness of cancer immunotherapy is hindered by low response rates and significant systemic side effects. Nanotechnology emerges as a promising frontier in shaping the future of cancer immunotherapy.</p><p><strong>Areas covered: </strong>This review elucidates the pivotal role of nanomedicine in reshaping the immune tumor microenvironment and explores innovative strategies pursued by diverse research groups to enhance the therapeutic efficacy of cancer immunotherapy. It discusses the hurdles encountered in cancer immunotherapy and the application of nanomedicine for small molecule immune modulators and nucleic acid therapeutics. It also highlights the advancements in DNA and mRNA vaccines facilitated by nanotechnology and outlines future trajectories in this evolving field.</p><p><strong>Expert opinion: </strong>Collectively, the integration of nanomedicine into cancer immunotherapy stands as a promising avenue to tackle the intricacies of the immune tumor microenvironment. Innovations such as immune checkpoint inhibitors and cancer vaccines have shown promise. Future developments will likely optimize nanoparticle design through artificial intelligence and create biocompatible, multifunctional nanoparticles, promising more effective, personalized, and durable cancer treatments, potentially transforming the field in the foreseeable future.</p>","PeriodicalId":94004,"journal":{"name":"Expert opinion on drug delivery","volume":" ","pages":"1719-1733"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142362595","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yutong Zhao, Jingqi Sun, Xiao-Ling Xu, Jin Su, Yong-Zhong Du
{"title":"The potential of nanosystems in disrupting adenosine signaling pathways for tumor immunotherapy.","authors":"Yutong Zhao, Jingqi Sun, Xiao-Ling Xu, Jin Su, Yong-Zhong Du","doi":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2417687","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2417687","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Adenosine (ADO) is a naturally occurring nucleoside primarily synthesized through the hydrolysis of extracellular adenosine triphosphate. Within the tumor microenvironment, ADO levels substantially increase, resulting in suppressed immune responses.</p><p><strong>Areas covered: </strong>Nanosystems offer a promising approach for precise drug delivery to tumor lesions. In this review, we provide an overview of the current research progress in the development of nanosystems that modulate adenosine signaling for tumor immunotherapy. These nanosystems are designed to target adenosine-hydrolyzing proteins, increase adenosine decomposition, and antagonize adenosine receptors.</p><p><strong>Expert opinion: </strong>Based on the literature review, adenosine has great potential in tumor immunotherapy, and nano-drug delivery system has great application prospects in targeted cancer therapy in the near future due to its superior characteristics.</p>","PeriodicalId":94004,"journal":{"name":"Expert opinion on drug delivery","volume":" ","pages":"1755-1770"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142484068","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Future clinical potential of leukocyte-mimicking nanoparticles.","authors":"Francesca Taraballi","doi":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2430389","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2430389","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":94004,"journal":{"name":"Expert opinion on drug delivery","volume":" ","pages":"1697-1699"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142635040","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Velmurugan Kailasam, Samhita Sai Veda Koduganti, Oindrilla Dasgupta, Prashant Garg, Jayabalan Nirmal
{"title":"Ocular delivery of Amphotericin B: current challenges and future perspectives.","authors":"Velmurugan Kailasam, Samhita Sai Veda Koduganti, Oindrilla Dasgupta, Prashant Garg, Jayabalan Nirmal","doi":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2420750","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2420750","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Amphotericin B is a polyene antibiotic that is used as an off-label eye drop to treat fungal keratitis. Poor solubility, permeability and high susceptibility to hydrolytic degradation make it challenging to formulate a drug delivery system. Despite its drawbacks, it is a potent antifungal drug against Candida and other fungal species. However, it has not been explored much in ocular drug delivery. Hence, this review brings into focus the potential and increasing significance of Amphotericin B in ocular drug delivery.</p><p><strong>Areas covered: </strong>In this review, we have systematically summarized the use of Amphotericin B in ocular diseases, the various formulation challenges for Amphotericin B, along with its off-label ocular usage, and stability concerns. The degradation mechanism of Amphotericin B in different conditions was discussed in this article as well.</p><p><strong>Expert opinion: </strong>In the last few decades, several nanocarriers have been explored to improve the formulation challenges associated with Amphotericin B. Also, due to insufficient clinical studies and unknown toxicity profile, there is no US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Amphotericin B formulation for ocular drug delivery. This review aims to offer thorough information about Amphotericin B in ocular drug delivery.</p>","PeriodicalId":94004,"journal":{"name":"Expert opinion on drug delivery","volume":" ","pages":"1793-1805"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142484067","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Acceptability of Cyltezo pen among biologics autoinjector patients, autoinjector naïve patients, and healthcare professionals.","authors":"Raul Perez, Julie D Suman, Joe Reynolds","doi":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2394112","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2394112","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Cyltezo® (Adalimumab-adbm) is an FDA-approved interchangeable biosimilar for Humira® (adalimumab reference product [RP]) that helps treat chronic inflammatory conditions. Adalimumab-adbm is administered via an autoinjector, the adalimumab-adbm pen. This study assessed user opinions related to usability, perceptions, convenience, safety features, and acceptability of the adalimumab-adbm pen.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Ninety-eight Humira Pen users, 100 biologics pen naïve patients, and 99 healthcare professionals simulated the use of the adalimumab-adbm pen on injection pads. Opinions were captured with a validated questionnaire using Likert-type scales during moderated interviews. Binomial tests were conducted for top-two rating percentages.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Nearly 90% of participants found the adalimumab-adbm pen 'easy' or 'very easy' to use, handle, and learn how to use. Almost 90% of volunteers thought the pen was 'very' or 'extremely' solid and convenient to use at home. Around 80% found the pen to be 'very' or 'extremely' comfortable. Over 90% of respondents said they would be 'satisfied' or 'very satisfied' with the safety features and the device itself. Nearly 90% of respondents indicated being 'very' or 'extremely' open to adopting the adalimumab-adbm pen.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The adalimumab-adbm pen provided users with a positive experience with features that benefit perceptions of usability, handling, safety, convenience, and acceptability.</p>","PeriodicalId":94004,"journal":{"name":"Expert opinion on drug delivery","volume":" ","pages":"1879-1888"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142082976","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Minkyung Kim, Geonwoo Kang, Hye Su Min, Youjin Lee, Shinyoung Park, Hyungil Jung
{"title":"Evolution of microneedle applicators for vaccination: the role of the latch applicator in optimizing dissolving microneedle-based immunization.","authors":"Minkyung Kim, Geonwoo Kang, Hye Su Min, Youjin Lee, Shinyoung Park, Hyungil Jung","doi":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2422939","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2422939","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Dissolving microneedles (DMN) offer advantages in vaccine delivery, such as enhanced immunogenicity and simplified administration, by targeting immune-rich layers of the skin. However, these benefits require precise and consistent delivery, which poses practical challenges. To address this, specialized applicators are essential for ensuring the accurate deployment of DMNs, making this technology a viable alternative to traditional methods, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), where healthcare infrastructure is limited.</p><p><strong>Areas covered: </strong>In this review, we examine the advancements in DMN-based vaccination and applicator design, focusing on their joint effort. These innovations have improved the precision and efficiency of DMN vaccine delivery. Complex and costly early-stage applicators have evolved into simpler and more cost-effective designs. We highlight these developments in this review, with the latch applicator as a key example of a feature that enhances vaccine delivery.</p><p><strong>Expert opinion: </strong>Although applicator development has advanced DMN-based vaccination toward practical use, challenges remain. Key areas for further optimization include user friendliness, cost, packaging volume, and wear time. Once optimized, DMN vaccination may become a highly effective and accessible tool for global immunization, supporting efforts to achieve worldwide vaccine equality.</p>","PeriodicalId":94004,"journal":{"name":"Expert opinion on drug delivery","volume":" ","pages":"1823-1835"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142515257","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Suprachoroidal drug delivery: a versatile therapeutic platform.","authors":"Thomas A Ciulla, Emmett T Cunningham","doi":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2435461","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2435461","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":94004,"journal":{"name":"Expert opinion on drug delivery","volume":" ","pages":"1705-1713"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142786972","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Are membrane-interacting peptides viable as excipients for non-injectable peptide delivery?","authors":"Hanne Mørck Nielsen","doi":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2435455","DOIUrl":"10.1080/17425247.2024.2435455","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":94004,"journal":{"name":"Expert opinion on drug delivery","volume":" ","pages":"1715-1718"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142796266","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}