Engineered Nanoplatform with Dual Anti‐Inflammatory and Microbiota‐Modulating Actions for Targeted Therapy in Chronic Inflammatory Bowel Disease

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Authors: Yimeng Fang, Jing Zhao, Yaping Chen, Li Luo, Junying Qu, Zhou Yi, Rongbing Chen, Hanbing Wang, Xiaofei Hong, Wei Wu, Qinsi Yang, D L Sun
Cited by: 2
References: 52

Abstract

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic gastrointestinal disorder characterized by oxidative stress, impaired antioxidant defense, and gut microbiota dysbiosis. Despite advances in treatment, current therapies remain limited by insufficient efficacy and systemic side effects. Here, we developed a multifunctional nanoplatform (BG/SOD@ZIF-zc) by encapsulating superoxide dismutase (SOD) within Cu-doped ZIF-zc and coating it with bacterial ghosts for targeted delivery. This system preserved enzymatic activity under gastrointestinal conditions, scavenged reactive oxygen species, and optimized the relative composition of gut microbiota. In zebrafish models, BG/SOD@ZIF-zc alleviated intestinal inflammation, restored antioxidant enzyme activity, reduced lipid peroxidation, and improved anxiety-like behavior. These findings highlight a dual-action strategy integrating antioxidant reinforcement and microbiota regulation, offering a promising therapeutic avenue for IBD.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Nanoplatforms for cancer theranostics Advanced Nanomaterials in Catalysis Neutrophil Myeloperoxidase and Oxidative Mechanisms

Publication details

Journal / source
Small
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
22
Issue
21
Pages
e10165–e10165
Publication date
25 February 2026
Language
EN