Studies from Amirkabir University of Technology Reveal New Findings on Cancer (Ameliorating Quercetin Delivery In Cancer Therapy With Polyvinyl Alcohol /halloysite/starch Nanocomposite).

Researchers from Amirkabir University of Technology in Tehran, Iran, have developed a novel drug delivery system using a nanocomposite of starch, polyvinyl alcohol, and halloysite nanotubes to encapsulate quercetin, a natural anti-cancer agent. The nanocomposite showed promising results in targeted drug delivery, with high encapsulation and drug loading efficiencies. In vitro studies demonstrated sustained release of quercetin and significant cytotoxicity against MCF-7 cancer cells, suggesting potential for use in cancer treatment. The research highlights the potential of this pH-responsive drug delivery system for improving cancer therapy. [Extracted from the article]