Polyethylene glycol triggers the anti-cancer impact of curcumin nanoparticles in sw-1736 thyroid cancer cells

Abstract Curcumin has been recognized as an effective anticancer agent. However, due to its hydrophobic property, the cell absorption is not satisfied. Herein, the curcumin nanoparticles were prepared in the presence of polyethylene glycol 6000 (PEG6000) to reduce its elimination by immune system. F...

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Main Authors: Simzar Hosseinzadeh, Hojjatollah Nazari, Elaheh Esmaeili, Shadie Hatamie
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Springer 2021-08-01
Series:Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Medicine
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/s10856-021-06593-9