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Self-assembled polyelectrolyte drug conjugates with minimal hemolytic activity for precision oncology
We report the synthesis of well-defined, self-assembled polyelectrolyte drug conjugates (PDCs) for precision pancreatic cancer therapy with minimal hemolytic activity. Block copolymers of poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) with cationic poly(2-dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate) (PDMAEMA) or anionic HPMA-succinate (HPMA-Suc) were complexed with counterion polymethacrylate–drug copolymers of gemcitabine (GEM) or camptothecin (CPT) to form PEG-shielded polyelectrolyte complexes (PECs). The resulting nanoparticles (40–220 nm) displayed tunable surface charge, high colloidal stability, and controlled release profiles governed by linker chemistry and particle size. In vitro assays against PANC-1 cells showed that several PDCs and PECs—particularly CPT-loaded systems—achieved IC50 values up to six orders of magnitude lower than the free drugs. Hemolysis assays confirmed excellent biocompatibility, with <5 % red blood cell lysis at the highest tested concentrations. These results highlight a versatile and safe platform for the development of polyelectrolyte-based nanomedicines with strong potential for targeted cancer therapy.
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European Polymer Journal is dedicated to publishing work on fundamental and applied polymer chemistry and macromolecular materials. The journal covers all aspects of polymer synthesis, including polymerization mechanisms and chemical functional transformations, with a focus on novel polymers and the relationships between molecular structure and polymer properties. In addition, we welcome submissions on bio-based or renewable polymers, stimuli-responsive systems and polymer bio-hybrids. European Polymer Journal also publishes research on the biomedical application of polymers, including drug delivery and regenerative medicine. The main scope is covered but not limited to the following core research areas:
Polymer synthesis and functionalization
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• Molecular recognition and higher order polymer structures.
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The scope of European Polymer Journal no longer includes Polymer Physics.