Exploring Feasibility of Multicolored CdTe Quantum Dots for In Vitro and In Vivo Fluorescent Imaging

2008 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 1174-1177 ◽  
Author(s):  
Junfeng Su ◽  
Jun Zhang ◽  
Li Liu ◽  
Yalou Huang ◽  
Ralph P. Mason
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Dots ◽  
Fluorescent Imaging ◽  
Cdte Quantum Dots

Exploring Feasibility of Multicolored CdTe Quantum Dots for In Vitro and In Vivo Fluorescent Imaging

2008 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 1174-1177 ◽  
Author(s):  
Junfeng Su ◽  
Jun Zhang ◽  
Li Liu ◽  
Yalou Huang ◽  
Ralph P. Mason
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Dots ◽  
Fluorescence Imaging ◽  
Water Solubility ◽  
Imaging System ◽  
Fluorescent Imaging ◽  
Cdte Quantum Dots ◽  
Cdte Qds ◽  
Fluorescence Imaging System

We report the use of novel multicolored CdTe quantum dots (QDs) as fluorophores for biological fluorescence imaging. The CdTe QDs were prepared to exhibit emission wavelengths in the green, yellow, and red range by using trifluoroacetic acid (TFA), L-cysteine and thioglycolic acid (TGA) as surface stabilizers, respectively. The particles have good water solubility and photostability. Fluorescence imaging potential was evaluated in vitro and in vivo using a multispectral Maestro CRI Fluorescence Imaging system. The results show that different colored CdTe QDs allow sensitive detection simultaneously or separately both in vitro and in vivo against background fluorescence. The studies indicate that CdTe QDs can provide alternative fluorescent probes for biological imaging.

scholarly journals Daunorubicin and gambogic acid coloaded cysteamine-CdTe quantum dots minimizing the multidrug resistance of lymphoma in vitro and in vivo

2016 ◽  
Vol Volume 11 ◽  
pp. 5429-5442 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yi Zhou ◽  
Ruju Wang ◽  
Bing Chen ◽  
Dan Sun ◽  
Yong Hu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Dots ◽  
Multidrug Resistance ◽  
Cdte Quantum Dots ◽  
Gambogic Acid

Probing Near-Infrared Quantum Dots for Imaging and Biomedical Applications

2011 ◽  
Vol 345 ◽  
pp. 3-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zi Hao Wang ◽  
Xue Feng Wang ◽  
Han Jiang ◽  
Jing Ding ◽  
Jian Dong Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Dots ◽  
Biomedical Applications ◽  
Near Infrared ◽  
Light Emission ◽  
Chemical Properties ◽  
Fluorescent Imaging ◽  
Light Emitting ◽  
Photo Stability

As light-emitting nanocrystals, quantum dots (QDs) have created a new realm of bioscience by combining nanomaterials with biology. They also have been a major focus of research and development during the past decade, which will profoundly influence future biological as well as biomedical research. In recent years, near-infrared (NIR) quantum dots have emerged in analytical applications, especially for in vitro and in vivo imaging. The impetus behind such endeavors can be attributed to their unique optical and chemical properties, with size-tunable light emission, high photo stability, and manifold fluorescence colors. In this review, we focus on fluorescent imaging with near-infrared (NIR) quantum dots (QDs) both in vitro and in vivo, and the advantages of QDs and potential problems to their use in practical biomedical applications. The ultimate targets aim at decreasing the cytotoxicity of QDs and the future outlook of QD applications in biomedical fields.

scholarly journals O23: CHARACTERISING PATIENT-DERIVED COLORECTAL CANCER TISSUE-ORIGINATED ORGANOIDAL SPHEROIDS FOR HIGH-THROUGHPUT MICROFLUIDIC APPLICATIONS

2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
MI Khot ◽  
M Levenstein ◽  
R Coppo ◽  
J Kondo ◽  
M Inoue ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Colorectal Cancer ◽  
Fluid Flow ◽  
High Throughput ◽  
Microfluidic Devices ◽  
In Vitro Models ◽  
Fluorescent Imaging ◽  
Cancer Tissue ◽  
Cell Models

Abstract Introduction Three-dimensional (3D) cell models have gained reputation as better representations of in vivo cancers as compared to monolayered cultures. Recently, patient tumour tissue-derived organoids have advanced the scope of complex in vitro models, by allowing patient-specific tumour cultures to be generated for developing new medicines and patient-tailored treatments. Integrating 3D cell and organoid culturing into microfluidics, can streamline traditional protocols and allow complex and precise high-throughput experiments to be performed with ease. Method Patient-derived colorectal cancer tissue-originated organoidal spheroids (CTOS) cultures were acquired from Kyoto University, Japan. CTOS were cultured in Matrigel and stem-cell media. CTOS were treated with 5-fluorouracil and cytotoxicity evaluated via fluorescent imaging and ATP assay. CTOS were embedded, sectioned and subjected to H&E staining and immunofluorescence for ABCG2 and Ki67 proteins. HT29 colorectal cancer spheroids were produced on microfluidic devices using cell suspensions and subjected to 5-fluorouracil treatment via fluid flow. Cytotoxicity was evaluated through fluorescent imaging and LDH assay. Result 5-fluorouracil dose-dependent reduction in cell viability was observed in CTOS cultures (p<0.01). Colorectal CTOS cultures retained the histology, tissue architecture and protein expression of the colonic epithelial structure. Uniform 3D HT29 spheroids were generated in the microfluidic devices. 5-fluorouracil treatment of spheroids and cytotoxic analysis was achieved conveniently through fluid flow. Conclusion Patient-derived CTOS are better complex models of in vivo cancers than 3D cell models and can improve the clinical translation of novel treatments. Microfluidics can streamline high-throughput screening and reduce the practical difficulties of conventional organoid and 3D cell culturing. Take-home message Organoids are the most advanced in vitro models of clinical cancers. Microfluidics can streamline and improve traditional laboratory experiments.

scholarly journals Synthesis and Characterization of Polyvinylpyrrolidone-Modified ZnO Quantum Dots and Their In Vitro Photodynamic Tumor Suppressive Action

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (15) ◽  
pp. 8106
Author(s):  
Tianming Song ◽  
Yawei Qu ◽  
Zhe Ren ◽  
Shuang Yu ◽  
Mingjian Sun ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Dots ◽  
Photodynamic Therapy ◽  
Inhibitory Effect ◽  
Therapeutic Effects ◽  
In Vivo Experiments ◽  
Potential Applications ◽  
Zno Quantum Dots ◽  
Zno Qds

Despite the numerous available treatments for cancer, many patients succumb to side effects and reoccurrence. Zinc oxide (ZnO) quantum dots (QDs) are inexpensive inorganic nanomaterials with potential applications in photodynamic therapy. To verify the photoluminescence of ZnO QDs and determine their inhibitory effect on tumors, we synthesized and characterized ZnO QDs modified with polyvinylpyrrolidone. The photoluminescent properties and reactive oxygen species levels of these ZnO/PVP QDs were also measured. Finally, in vitro and in vivo experiments were performed to test their photodynamic therapeutic effects in SW480 cancer cells and female nude mice. Our results indicate that the ZnO QDs had good photoluminescence and exerted an obvious inhibitory effect on SW480 tumor cells. These findings illustrate the potential applications of ZnO QDs in the fields of photoluminescence and photodynamic therapy.

scholarly journals PEGylated Phospholipid Micelle-Encapsulated Near-Infrared PbS Quantum Dots for in vitro and in vivo Bioimaging

Theranostics ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 2 (7) ◽  
pp. 723-733 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rui Hu ◽  
Wing-Cheung Law ◽  
Guimiao Lin ◽  
Ling Ye ◽  
Jianwei Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Dots ◽  
Near Infrared ◽  
Pbs Quantum Dots

scholarly journals Synthesis, Properties and Bioimaging Applications of Silver-Based Quantum Dots

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (22) ◽  
pp. 12202
Author(s):  
Mariya Borovaya ◽  
Inna Horiunova ◽  
Svitlana Plokhovska ◽  
Nadia Pushkarova ◽  
Yaroslav Blume ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Dots ◽  
Near Infrared ◽  
Semiconductor Nanocrystals ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Synthesis Properties ◽  
Semiconductor Nanomaterials ◽  
Electrooptical Properties ◽  
Basic Features

Ag-based quantum dots (QDs) are semiconductor nanomaterials with exclusive electrooptical properties ideally adaptable for various biotechnological, chemical, and medical applications. Silver-based semiconductor nanocrystals have developed rapidly over the past decades. They have become a promising luminescent functional material for in vivo and in vitro fluorescent studies due to their ability to emit at the near-infrared (NIR) wavelength. In this review, we discuss the basic features of Ag-based QDs, the current status of classic (chemical) and novel methods (“green” synthesis) used to produce these QDs. Additionally, the advantages of using such organisms as bacteria, actinomycetes, fungi, algae, and plants for silver-based QDs biosynthesis have been discussed. The application of silver-based QDs as fluorophores for bioimaging application due to their fluorescence intensity, high quantum yield, fluorescent stability, and resistance to photobleaching has also been reviewed.

scholarly journals pH-Sensitive Ratiometric Fluorescent Probe for Evaluation of Tumor Treatments

Materials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (10) ◽  
pp. 1632
Author(s):  
Peisen Zhang ◽  
Junli Meng ◽  
Yingying Li ◽  
Zihua Wang ◽  
Yi Hou
Keyword(s):  
Ph Sensitive ◽  
Fluorescent Imaging ◽  
Tat Peptide ◽  
Cancer Drugs ◽  
Ph Response ◽  
In Vivo Experiments ◽  
Anti Cancer ◽  
Amidation Reaction

Determining therapeutic efficacy is critical for tumor precision theranostics. In order to monitor the efficacy of anti-cancer drugs (e.g., Paclitaxel), a pH-sensitive ratiometric fluorescent imaging probe was constructed. The pH-sensitive ratiometric fluorescent dye ANNA was covalently coupled to the N-terminal of the cell-penetrating TAT peptide through an amidation reaction (TAT-ANNA). The in vitro cellular experiments determined that the TAT-ANNA probe could penetrate the cell membrane and image the intracellular pH in real time. The in vivo experiments were then carried out, and the ratiometric pH response to the state of the tumor was recorded immediately after medication. The TAT-ANNA probe was successfully used to monitor the pharmacodynamics of anti-cancer drugs in vivo.

(Invited) In Vitro and In Vivo Near-Infrared Imaging with Biocompatible Bottom-up and Top-Down-Synthesized Graphene Quantum Dots

2020 ◽  
Vol MA2020-01 (6) ◽  
pp. 648-648
Author(s):  
Anton V Naumov ◽  
Md Tanvir Hasan ◽  
Elizabeth Campbell ◽  
Ching-Wei Lin ◽  
Angela M. Belcher
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Dots ◽  
Near Infrared ◽  
Infrared Imaging ◽  
Graphene Quantum Dots ◽  
Top Down ◽  
Near Infrared Imaging ◽  
Bottom Up
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