Transferrin-modified liposomes triggered with ultrasound to treat HeLa cells

Abstract Targeted liposomes are designed to target specific receptors overexpressed on the surfaces of cancer cells. This technique ensures site-specific drug delivery to reduce undesirable side effects while enhancing the efficiency of the encapsulated therapeutics. Upon reaching the tumor site, th...

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Main Authors: Nour M. AlSawaftah, Nahid S. Awad, Vinod Paul, Paul S. Kawak, Mohammad H. Al-Sayah, Ghaleb A. Husseini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2021-06-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-90349-6