Journal of controlled release : official journal of the Controlled Release Society

Physical factors to consider when designing viruses and lipid nanoparticles for CRISPR genome editing

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Abstract

Key parameters like size, charge, and shape of delivery vehicles influence genome editing performance.

  • Biophysical properties of viral vectors and lipid nanoparticles significantly affect the efficiency of delivering genome editors.
  • Factors such as cargo capacity and stiffness play crucial roles in optimizing delivery systems for precision medicine.
  • Different diseases may require tailored delivery approaches due to variations in the biophysical environment around target cells.
  • Solid tumors, autoimmune conditions, and cystic fibrosis present unique challenges that necessitate adaptable genome editing strategies.

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