A protein-conjugated photosensitizer with mitochondrial targeting for enhanced photodynamic therapy

Chem Commun (Camb). 2022 Oct 18;58(83):11729-11732. doi: 10.1039/d2cc03141h.

Abstract

A protein-conjugated photosensitizer with mitochondrial targeting ability was synthesized to enhance the therapeutic effects of PDT. The ROS produced by the photosensitizer under laser irradiation could effectively destroy key intracellular proteins and disrupt mitochondrial redox homeostasis, thereby causing mitochondrial dysfunction and irreversible cell death.

MeSH terms

  • Cell Line, Tumor
  • Mitochondria / metabolism
  • Photochemotherapy*
  • Photosensitizing Agents* / pharmacology
  • Photosensitizing Agents* / therapeutic use
  • Reactive Oxygen Species / metabolism

Substances

  • Photosensitizing Agents
  • Reactive Oxygen Species