Patent
PPC Nanotorrid for Photothermal Therapy in Cancer
Abstract
This invention describes a method for creating PPC Nano torrid by mixing propylene carbonate (PPC) with other solutions, including sodium sulfide and gold salt, then sonicating the mixture to create a solution. The solid is separated and pelleted to produce PPC Nano torrid. In simpler terms, it's a process to make tiny particles of PPC using various chemical solutions and sound waves, resulting in a useful material.
Uniqueness of the Solution
- Innovative Cancer Therapy: PPC Nano torrid presents a customized approach to cancer treatment, utilizing gold nanoparticles and polypropylene carbonate for photothermal therapy.
- Precision Particle Control: Its fabrication process allows precise control over particle size and distribution, distinguishing it from conventional therapies.
- Biocompatible Carrier: Polypropylene carbonate serves as an excellent carrier, offering exceptional physical and chemical properties for drug delivery.
- NIR Responsiveness: Gold nanoparticles exhibit near-infrared absorbance, enabling targeted therapy with deep tissue penetration.
- Enhanced Light Confinement: Incorporating gold nanoparticles enhances light confinement, ideal for applications requiring improved optical properties.
- Innovative Cancer Therapy: PPC Nano torrid presents a customized approach to cancer treatment, utilizing gold nanoparticles and polypropylene carbonate for photothermal therapy.
- Precision Particle Control: Its fabrication process allows precise control over particle size and distribution, distinguishing it from conventional therapies.
- Biocompatible Carrier: Polypropylene carbonate serves as an excellent carrier, offering exceptional physical and chemical properties for drug delivery.
- NIR Responsiveness: Gold nanoparticles exhibit near-infrared absorbance, enabling targeted therapy with deep tissue penetration.
- Enhanced Light Confinement: Incorporating gold nanoparticles enhances light confinement, ideal for applications requiring improved optical properties.
Current Status of Technology
- Current Status: Development stage, optimizing PPC Nano torrid synthesis.
- Prototype Output: PPC Nano torrid with NIR-absorbing gold nanoparticles.
- Material description: Combines biocompatible gold nanoshells with stable polypropylene carbonate, differentiating it from other metallic or polymeric nanoparticle-based therapies.
Technology readiness level
3
Societal Impact
- Enhanced Cancer Therapy: PPC Nano torrid has the potential to revolutionize cancer treatment, offering more effective and targeted therapies, improving patient outcomes.
- Minimized Side Effects: With its targeted delivery system, PPC Nano torrid may reduce the adverse effects often associated with traditional cancer treatments.
Relevant Industries, Domains and Applications
Healthcare, Forensics, Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology
Applications or Domain
- Targeted Cancer Therapy: PPC Nano torrid is applied directly to cancerous tissues, delivering precise photothermal treatment with minimal side effects.
- Advanced Drug Delivery: Its unique formulation enables efficient delivery of therapeutic agents to cancer cells, enhancing treatment outcomes while minimizing systemic toxicity.
Application Number
202121028850
Filing Date
Grant Number
484272
Grant Date
Assignee(s)
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay