In situ radiochemical doping of functionalized inorganic nanoplatforms for theranostic applications: a paradigm shift in nanooncology

Abstract In situ radiochemical doping presents a transformative approach for synthesizing radiolabeled inorganic nanoparticles (NPs) for cancer theranostics. Traditional radiolabeling techniques rely on bifunctional chelators, which often require harsh reaction conditions that can degrade the physic...

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Main Authors: Sanchita Ghosh, Yutong Liang, Weibo Cai, Rubel Chakravarty
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Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-06-01
Series:Journal of Nanobiotechnology
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12951-025-03472-1
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Yutong Liang
Weibo Cai
Rubel Chakravarty
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Weibo Cai
Rubel Chakravarty
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description Abstract In situ radiochemical doping presents a transformative approach for synthesizing radiolabeled inorganic nanoparticles (NPs) for cancer theranostics. Traditional radiolabeling techniques rely on bifunctional chelators, which often require harsh reaction conditions that can degrade the physicochemical properties of NPs. Additionally, the enzymatic dissociation of radiometals can potentially induce in vivo toxicity. In contrast, in situ doping directly incorporates radiometals into the NP crystal lattice, significantly enhancing both radiolabeling yield and radiochemical stability. This method preserves the pharmacokinetic profiles of the radiolabeled NPs, improving their theranostic efficacy. This review provides an up-to-date overview of the progress made in the development of radiolabeled inorganic nanoplatforms through in situ doping, with a focus on their stability, physicochemical characteristics, and applications in cancer theranostics. Our findings highlight the advantages in situ doping as a more efficient and stable alternative to conventional radiolabeling methods, offering substantial potential for the development of more effective cancer theranostic agents. Graphical Abstract
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spelling doaj-art-2d313e6a1bcb446089c692ca298c21972025-08-20T03:26:47ZengBMCJournal of Nanobiotechnology1477-31552025-06-0123113610.1186/s12951-025-03472-1In situ radiochemical doping of functionalized inorganic nanoplatforms for theranostic applications: a paradigm shift in nanooncologySanchita Ghosh0Yutong Liang1Weibo Cai2Rubel Chakravarty3Radiopharmaceuticals Division, Bhabha Atomic Research CentreMichigan State University College of Osteopathic MedicineDepartments of Radiology and Medical Physics, University of Wisconsin-MadisonRadiopharmaceuticals Division, Bhabha Atomic Research CentreAbstract In situ radiochemical doping presents a transformative approach for synthesizing radiolabeled inorganic nanoparticles (NPs) for cancer theranostics. Traditional radiolabeling techniques rely on bifunctional chelators, which often require harsh reaction conditions that can degrade the physicochemical properties of NPs. Additionally, the enzymatic dissociation of radiometals can potentially induce in vivo toxicity. In contrast, in situ doping directly incorporates radiometals into the NP crystal lattice, significantly enhancing both radiolabeling yield and radiochemical stability. This method preserves the pharmacokinetic profiles of the radiolabeled NPs, improving their theranostic efficacy. This review provides an up-to-date overview of the progress made in the development of radiolabeled inorganic nanoplatforms through in situ doping, with a focus on their stability, physicochemical characteristics, and applications in cancer theranostics. Our findings highlight the advantages in situ doping as a more efficient and stable alternative to conventional radiolabeling methods, offering substantial potential for the development of more effective cancer theranostic agents. Graphical Abstracthttps://doi.org/10.1186/s12951-025-03472-1CancerDopingIn situNanoparticlesPrecision oncologyRadiation therapy
spellingShingle Sanchita Ghosh
Yutong Liang
Weibo Cai
Rubel Chakravarty
In situ radiochemical doping of functionalized inorganic nanoplatforms for theranostic applications: a paradigm shift in nanooncology
Journal of Nanobiotechnology
Cancer
Doping
In situ
Nanoparticles
Precision oncology
Radiation therapy
title In situ radiochemical doping of functionalized inorganic nanoplatforms for theranostic applications: a paradigm shift in nanooncology
title_full In situ radiochemical doping of functionalized inorganic nanoplatforms for theranostic applications: a paradigm shift in nanooncology
title_fullStr In situ radiochemical doping of functionalized inorganic nanoplatforms for theranostic applications: a paradigm shift in nanooncology
title_full_unstemmed In situ radiochemical doping of functionalized inorganic nanoplatforms for theranostic applications: a paradigm shift in nanooncology
title_short In situ radiochemical doping of functionalized inorganic nanoplatforms for theranostic applications: a paradigm shift in nanooncology
title_sort in situ radiochemical doping of functionalized inorganic nanoplatforms for theranostic applications a paradigm shift in nanooncology
topic Cancer
Doping
In situ
Nanoparticles
Precision oncology
Radiation therapy
url https://doi.org/10.1186/s12951-025-03472-1
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