Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology

Using Modified Cell Particles to Deliver Gene Editing Tools for Targeted Immune Therapy

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Abstract

Mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes (MSC-Exos) combined with CRISPR-Cas9 have potential therapeutic applications for immune-mediated diseases.

  • Engineering MSC-Exos as delivery vehicles for CRISPR-Cas9 involves specific methods for loading cargo and modifying surfaces to target immune cells.
  • The therapeutic effects of these engineered platforms are linked to their ability to effectively deliver gene-editing tools.
  • Challenges remain in scaling manufacturing processes, ensuring safety, and navigating regulatory hurdles for clinical use.
  • Key considerations include optimizing vehicle design, enhancing cargo packaging efficiency, and overcoming biological barriers.
  • Next-generation gene editors and responsive biomaterials may offer new directions for improving these nanoplatforms.

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