ArticleMolecular biology reports2024
The selective proapoptotic impact of the myricetin-loaded alginate-cellulose hybrid nanocrystals (MAC-NCs) on the human AGS gastric cancer cells.
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backgroundMyricetin, a flavanol present in fruits, tea, and vegetables, has the potential to reduce chronic diseases like gastric cancer by promoting cell death and stopping cell growth. However, its limited bioactivity due to its short lifespan and poor solubility in water has been a challenge. The current research focuses on incorporating myricetin into alginate-cellulose hybrid nanocrystals to enhance its selective proapoptotic effects on human AGS gastric cancer cells.
methodsMAC-NCs, myricetin-loaded alginate-cellulose hybrid nanocrystals, were synthesized using a combined co-precipitation/ultrasonic homogenization method and characterized through Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM), and Zeta-potential analyses. Their cytotoxic activity was tested on cancerous (AGS) and normal (Huvec) cells, revealing selective toxicity. Apoptotic markers, Caspase 8 and Caspase 9, gene expression was measured, and cell death type was confirmed using DAPI staining and flow cytometry on AGS cells.
resultsSynthesized MAC-NCs, measuring 40 nm, showed significant selective toxicity on human gastric cells (IC
conclusionThe current study provides critical insights into the therapeutic potential of MAC-NCs for gastric cancer treatment. Based on the notable induction of apoptosis in the AGS cancer cell line, the synthesized MAC-NCs exhibit promising potential as a selective anti-gastric cancer agent. However, further in-vivo studies are necessary to confirm and quantify the nanoparticle's selective toxicity and pharmaceutical properties in future investigations.
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