The complex role of multivalency in nanoparticles targeting the transferrin receptor for cancer therapies

Authors :: Jin Wang
Shaomin Tian
Petros, Robby A.
Napier, Mary E.
DeSimone, Joseph M.
Source :: Journal of the American Chemical Society. August 18, 2010, Vol. 132 Issue 32, 11306-11313
Publication Year :: 2010
Abstract: Several analyses are conducted to explain the significance of multivalency in the various nanoparticles that are used for targeting the transferring receptor. The importance of such systems in treating diseases like cancer is also analyzed.

Subjects :: Gene expression -- Analysis
Lymphomas -- Genetic aspects
Lymphomas -- Research
Nanoparticles -- Structure
Nanoparticles -- Chemical properties
Transferrin -- Structure
Transferrin -- Chemical properties
Chemistry

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