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The design of nanoparticulate systems which can perform multiple synergistic functions in cells with high specificity and selectivity is of great importance in applications. Here we combine recent advances in DNA-gold nanoparticle self-assembly and sensing to develop gold nanoparticle dimers that are able to perform multiplexed synergistic functions within a cellular environment. These dimers can sense two mRNA targets and simultaneously or independently deliver one or two DNA-intercalating anticancer drugs (doxorubicin and mitoxantrone) in live cells. Our study focuses on the design of sophisticated nanoparticle assemblies with multiple and synergistic functions that have the potential to advance sensing and drug delivery in cells.

Original publication

DOI

10.1021/acsnano.7b08620

Type

Journal article

Journal

ACS Nano

Publication Date

24/04/2018

Volume

12

Pages

3333 - 3340

Keywords

copper-free click chemistry, gold nanoparticles, mRNA detection, nanoparticle dimers, targeted drug delivery