Polymeric nanoparticles, process for producing them and use thereof in nanomedicine

Functionalized poly(isobutene-maleic anhydride) nanoparticles with amino saccharide and N-(4-aminobutyl)guanidine provide selective drug delivery to tumor cells, improving therapeutic efficacy and reducing side effects.

WO2026074515A1 Publication Date: 2026-04-09UNIV DEGLI STUDI DI MILANO BICOCCA +1
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Patent Information

Application Number
PCT/IB2025/059981
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2024-10-04
Filing Date
2025-10-03
Publication Date
2026-04-09

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Technical Problem

Existing nanoparticles lack selectivity in transporting and releasing drugs or contrast media exclusively into tumor cells, leading to potential side effects on healthy cells.

Method used

Nanoparticles formed by self-assembly of poly(isobutene-maleic anhydride) functionalized with 1-25% amino saccharide and N-(4-aminobutyl)guanidine, containing active compounds in the internal cavity, allowing selective release into tumor cells.

Benefits of technology

The nanoparticles exhibit selective accumulation in tumor cells, avoiding healthy cells, with pH-dependent surface charge inversion for drug release, enhancing therapeutic efficacy and reducing side effects.

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Abstract

The present invention relates to nanoparticles formed by a hollow polymeric wall, capable of transporting drugs and active substances, or contrast media, across cellular membranes and releasing them at sites of interest. The nanoparticles are formed by self-assembly of poly(isobutene-alt-maleic anhydride) functionalised with an aminosaccharide.
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