Evaluation of a nanocomposite of PEG-curcumin-gold nanoparticles as a near-infrared photothermal agent: an in vitro and animal model investigation
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DOI: 10.1007/s10103-018-2538-1
Abstract: Hyperthermia is a promising alternative modality for the conventional cancer treatments. Nanoparticle-mediated photothermal therapy (PTT) has been widely applied for hyperthermia cancer therapy by a near-infrared light irradiation. Some special nanoparticles can convert light energy… read more here.
Keywords: cur nps; irradiation; gold nanoparticles; peg cur ... See more keywords
Improved solubility and corneal permeation of PEGylated curcumin complex used for the treatment of ophthalmic bacterial infections
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0258355
Abstract: Naturally occurring curcumin can be used for the treatment of corneal bacterial infections with its limitation of poor solubility. Aim of the present study was to enhance solubility and permeation of curcumin for the treatment… read more here.
Keywords: permeation; curcumin; peg cur; treatment ... See more keywords
The Potential Anti-Photoaging Effect of Photodynamic Therapy Using Chlorin e6-Curcumin Conjugate in UVB-Irradiated Fibroblasts and Hairless Mice
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DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14050968
Abstract: Photodynamic therapy (PDT) has been used to treat cancers and non-malignant skin diseases. In this study, a chlorin e6–curcumin conjugate (Ce6-PEG-Cur), a combination of chlorin e6 (Ce6) and curcumin via a PEG linker, was used… read more here.
Keywords: cur mediated; ce6 peg; mediated pdt; peg cur ... See more keywords