A novel, low-toxicity Ru-Ni-BPY metal–organic framework (MOF) nanomaterial was developed and a simple and sensitive dual-mode "on–off" ferric ions (Fe 3+ ) sensing platform based on this material constructed. The dual-mode detection method enabled cross-validation of the electrochemiluminescence (ECL) and fluorescent (FL) signals, enhancing accuracy and effectively minimizing errors. In linear ranges of 0.005–10 μM and 0.078–10 μM, Fe 3+ can dramatically quench the ECL and FL signals of the Ru-Ni-BPY MOF, with quenching rates of 91.42% and 91.31%, respectively, and detection limits of 0.1 nM and 9.3 nM, respectively. This ECL method not only achieved efficient detection of Fe 3+ in rat brain microdialysis fluid but also successfully enabled real-time FL detection of Fe 3+ in nude mice. Therefore, this platform has great potential for applications in environmental protection, life sciences, and early disease diagnosis. Graphical abstract
Yunfei Lian,Fenyan Feng,Xinwang Meng,Yue Hu,Meirong Huo,Guangji Wang,Juan Li
Integration of multi-modal imaging techniques and various cancer treatments based on their respective characteristics would be beneficial for enhancing anticancer efficacy. Exploiting an “all-in-one” nanoparticle with high biocompatibility has attracted widespread attention. Herein, two clinically proven modalities, human serum albumin (HSA) and indocyanine green (ICG), were selected to create HSA-stable barium sulfonate nanoparticles (HSA@ICG–Ba) through the reaction of a sulfonic acid group with barium ions. Our nano-probe showed excellent optical properties and X-ray absorption capacity, which can be applied in tumor theranostics. Utilizing the rich tumor accumulation of HSA@ICG–Ba, this nanoparticle can obtain multifaceted tumor information through fluorescence (FL), computerized tomography (CT), photoacoustic (PA) imaging, and single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) imaging. Additionally, radiation sensitization therapy and photothermal therapy based on HSA@ICG–Ba were evaluated using both in vitro and in vivo models. The efficacy of tumor radiotherapy can be further improved by mild hyperthermia owing to the relieved tumor hypoxia. Finally, the favorable safety profile of HSA@ICG–Ba is confirmed by blood index analysis and tissue section observation. Therefore, this study explored an “all-in-one” barium sulfonate nanoparticle with high biocompatibility for FL/CT/PA/SPECT imaging-guided synergetic photothermal-radiotherapy of tumors, providing a new approach and potential pathway for tumor theranostics.