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Smart Nano-Systems and Inflammatory Reactions

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Inflammatory pathologies are typically characterized by an oxidizing environment. Our research aims to develop smart (nano) materials that respond to oxidizing conditions in order to establish new anti-inflammatory therapies with less side effects. For example, if drugs can be released in an inflammation-responsive fashion, it is possible to localize their action and reduce their overall amount.In this communication, we specifically focus on how polysulfide-based nanomaterials (nanoparticles, micelles) react to biological oxidants, and specifically on whether their response can depend on the identity of the oxidant. We also discuss the possibility to orientate their response and expand it to chemicals they are originally not sensitive to.

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Advanced Materials Research (Volume 745)

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August 2013

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Nicola Tirelli

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Inflammation, Nanoparticle, Oxidation, Responsive Materials

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