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

How mRNA Medicines Work, Are Delivered, Regulated, and Made Accessible Worldwide

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Abstract

Three mRNA products are projected to be approved by 2024 for infectious diseases and rare metabolic conditions.

  • mRNA therapeutics include diverse molecular architectures like modified nucleosides and advanced platforms such as self-amplifying RNA and circular RNA.
  • Lipid nanoparticle delivery faces challenges such as endosomal escape limitations and the need for organ-targeted delivery systems.
  • Clinical applications of mRNA technologies span vaccines, personalized cancer treatments, protein replacement therapies, and CRISPR genome editing.
  • Translational challenges include issues with stability, targeting specific tissues, immunogenicity, and scaling up manufacturing processes.
  • Regulatory science and equitable access for low- and middle-income countries are critical areas needing attention, with specific recommendations for capacity-building.

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Declaration of competing interest The author declares no competing interests.
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