Abstract
Cancer-cell-targeted gene silencing was observed with a magnetic-nanoparticle platform (MEIO, magnetism-engineered iron oxide) on which a fluorescent dye, siRNA, and a RGDpeptide targeting moiety were attached (see picture). The different functionalities enable the macroscopic (magnetic resonance) and microscopic (fluorescence) imaging of target cells. This system may be suitable for concurrent diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 4174-4179 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Angewandte Chemie - International Edition |
Volume | 48 |
Issue number | 23 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 25 2009 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Drug delivery
- Magnetic nanoparticles
- Magnetic resonance imaging
- Multimodal imaging
- siRNA