This master thesis deals with the preparation of the cyclodextrin (CD) derivatives that are suitable for complexation of the electron-rich aromatic compounds such as helicenes. The basic skeleton of native CD was perbenzoylated in all positions 2, 3 and 6 in the first place. Then the nucleophilic attack of carboxylates of benzoic acids with electron- withdrawing groups (NO2) or electron-donating group (NH2) to per(6-deoxy-6-iodo)-CD derivatives were used to prepare the perbenzoylated CD derivatives in the postition 6. Binding constant was determined for the prepared benzoylated derivatives of CD and the racemate of the hexahelicene using the NMR titration. Perbenzoylated derivatives of β-CD in all position 2,3 and 6 with one azido group in position 6 were prepared as well. These derivatives could be covalently bonded as chiral selectors in the stationary phase for the HPLC separation of aromatic enantiomers. Keywords: cylodextrins, persubstitution, benzoyl, 4-nitrobenzoyl, 3,5-dinitrobenzoyl, helicenes, NMR titration, binding constants

Master of Science (Nanoscience) / Neuroblastomas (NBs) are the most common solid extra-cranial tumours diagnosed in childhood and characterized by a high risk of tumour relapse. Like in other tumour types, there are major concerns about the specificity and safety of available drugs used for the treatment of NBs, especially because of potential damage to the developing brain. Many plant-derived bioactive compounds have proved effective for cancer treatment but are not delivered to tumour sites in sufficient amounts due to compromised tumour vasculature characterized by leaky capillary walls. Betulinic acid (BetA) is one such naturally-occurring anti-tumour compound with minimum to no cytotoxic effects in healthy cells and rodents. BetA is however insoluble in water and most aqueous solutions, thereby limiting its therapeutic potential as a pharmaceutical product. Liposomes are self-assembling closed colloidal structures composed of one or more concentric lipid bilayers surrounding a central aqueous core. The unique ability of liposomes to entrap hydrophilic molecules into the core and hydrophobic molecules into the bilayers renders them attractive for drug delivery systems. Cyclodextrins (CDs) are non-reducing cyclic oligosaccharides which proximate a truncated core, with features of a hydrophophilic outer surface and hydrophobic inner cavity for forming host-guest inclusion complexes with poorly water soluble molecules. CDs and liposomes have recently gained interest as novel drug delivery vehicles by allowing lipophilic/non-polar molecules into the aqueous core of liposomes, hence improving the therapeutic load, bioavailability and efficacy of many poorly water-soluble drugs. The aim of the study was to develop nano-drug delivery systems for BetA in order to treat human neuroblastoma (NB) cancer cell lines. This was achieved through the preparation of BetA liposomes (BetAL) and improving the percent entrapment efficiency (% EE) of BetA in liposomes through double entrapment of BetA and gamma cyclodextrin BetA inclusion complex (γ-CD-BetA) into liposomes (γ-CD-BetAL). We hypothesized that the γ-CD-BetAL would produce an increased % EE compared to BetAL, hence higher cytotoxic effects. Empty liposomes (EL), BetAL and γ-CD-BetAL were synthesized using the thin film hydration method followed by manual extrusion. Spectroscopic and electron microscopic characterization of these liposome formulations showed size distributions of 1-4 μm (before extrusion) and less than 200 nm (after extrusion). As the liposome size decreased, the zeta-potential (measurement of liposome stability) decreased contributing to a less stable liposomal formulation. Low starting BetA concentrations were found to be more effective in entrapping higher amounts of BetA in liposomes while the incorporation of γ-CD-BetA into liposomes enhanced the % EE when compared to BetAL, although this was not statistically significant. Cell viability studies using the WST-1 assay showed a time-and concentration-dependent decrease in SK-N-BE(2) and Kelly NB cell lines exposed to free BetA, BetAL and γ-CD-BetAL at concentrations of 5-20 ug/ml for 24, 48 and 72 hours treatment durations. The observed cytotoxicity of liposomes was dependant on the % EE of BetA. The γ-CD-BetAL was more effective in reducing cell viability in SK-N-BE(2) cells than BetAL whereas BetAL was more effective in KELLY cells at 48-72 hours. Exposure of all cells to EL showed no toxicity while free BetA was more effective overall than the respective liposomal formulations. The estimated IC₅₀ values following exposure to free BetA and BetAL were similar and both showed remarkable statistically significant decrease in NB cell viability, thus providing a basis for new hope in the effective treatment of NBs.

Magister Pharmaceuticae - MPharm / Background: Zidovudine (AZT) is a very useful drug for the management of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection. Its optimal use is limited by its bitter taste, sparing solubility (20.1 mg/ml) and acid lability. Cyclodextrins (CD) are a class of compounds which can be used to form inclusion complexes with drugs such as AZT to improve it is taste, solubility and palatability. Purpose: This study complexed hydroxypropyl-beta-cyclodextrin (HPβCD) with AZT. The formulated inclusion complex was evaluated for suitability as a dosage form and as a tool for improving AZT’s palatability, solubility and acid liability. Method: AZT was complexed with HPβCD using the lyophilisation method. The binding constant for the formulation was determined by the phase solubility method, and complex formation between AZT and HPβCD evaluated using proton nuclear magnetic resonance (1H NMR), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and hot stage microscopy (HSM). Tablets of the inclusion complex were formulated by direct compression, using the least possible amount of excipients, and the dosage form evaluated for hardness, friability, durability, disintegration time and dissolution. Results: The binding constant of the formulation was 3.919, and the degree of incorporation was 4.0 mg AZT/g of CD per complex. 1H NMR showed significant chemical shifts between the inclusion complex and AZT. DSC and TGA analyses showed significant differences in the curves for the pure AZT and HPβCD. Values for tablet hardness, friability, durability and disintegration time were 236 ± 20 N, 0.7 %, 1.02 % and 10.25 minutes, respectively. The solubility of the formulation was 148.08 mg/ml, and its dissolution profile was different from that of the branded formulation. Conclusions: AZT-HPβCD inclusion complex, with a 7.4-fold increase in AZT solubility, was successfully prepared using the lyophilisation method. The binding constant and friability of the formulation were within acceptable limits. Although the hardness value is high, the tablet still disintegrated within acceptable specified times. This study has significant implications for anti-retroviral complex formulations.

Orientador: Inez Valeria Pagotto Yoshida / Dissertação (mestrado) - Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Instituto de Quimica / Made available in DSpace on 2018-08-14T14:08:08Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 Abbehausen_Camilla_M.pdf: 940208 bytes, checksum: 2b2315fde8a813d9a3f372ac94b57962 (MD5) Previous issue date: 2009 / Resumo: No presente trabalho obteve-se híbridos de siloxano e b-ciclodextrina (b-CD). Baseando-se na comprovada reatividade das ciclodextrinas frente a grupos isocianatos, sintetizou-se um híbrido de b-ciclodextrina e siloxano, pela reação da b-ciclodextrina com g-isocianatopropiltrietoxissilano (IPTS), formando uma ligação uretana entre o silano e a b-ciclodextrina. O alcoxissilano, posteriormente hidrolisado, deu origem a um material resinoso do tipo polissilsesquioxano (PSS) modificado por b-ciclodextrina. O mesmo alcoxissilano foi também submetido à condensação com poli(dimetilsiloxano) contendo ¿Si(CH3)2-OH em finais de cadeia, dando origem a uma rede polimérica, também de aspecto resinoso, contendo nos nós de reticulação a b-cyclodextrin. Os materiais obtidos foram caracterizados estruturalmente por espectro infravermelho (IV), ressonância magnética nuclear de C (RMN C) e de Si (RMN Si) e análise por difração de raios X (DRX). O comportamento térmico dos materiais foi analisado por termogravimetria (TGA). A capacidade formadora de complexos de inclusão das ciclodextrinas inseridas no polímero PSS-b-CD foi avaliada pela inclusão de fenolftaleína, monitorada por espectrofotometria na região UV-vis e a difusão de água pelo material foi avaliada por ensaios de intumescimento. A morfologia dos filmes dos materiais preparados foi analisada por microscopia eletrônica de varredura (SEM). / Abstract: In this study, hybrid polymers derived from siloxane and b-cyclodextrin (b-CD) were obtained, by reaction of b-CD with g-isocianatepropyltriethoxysilane (IPTS), forming a urethane bond between these components. The resulting alkoxysilane was hydrolyzed generating b-CD-modified polysilsesquioxane resin (b-CD-PSS). The alkoxysilane was also submitted to condensation with poly(dimethylsiloxane) with ¿ Si(CH3)2-OH end groups, giving rise to a resinous polymeric network. These materials were characterized by infrared spectrum, C and Si nuclear magnetic resonance and X ray diffraction. The thermal behavior was analyzed by thermogravimetry. The capability of b-CD grafted in the siloxane polymers to form inclusion complexes was evaluated by the formation of b-CD-phenolphthalein, by UV-vis sectra. The ability of water diffusion into b-CD-PSS film was evaluated by swelling measurement. b-CD modified siloxanes were able to form films and their morphologies were evaluated by scanning electron microscopy. / Mestrado / Quimica Inorganica / Mestre em Química

Objectives Glyburide, an important drug for type 2 diabetes, has extremely poor aqueous solubility and resulting low bioavailability. This study describes the ability of hydroxybutenyl-β-cyclodextrin (HBenBCD) to form complexes with glyburide, with enhanced solubility and dissolution rate in vitro. Method Glyburide and glyburide-HBenBCD were evaluated in various test media known to simulate human gastrointestinal conditions in the fasted and fed states, respectively. Key findings At ~14 wt% drug load, in the presence of HBenBCD, an almost 400-fold increase in glyburide aqueous solubility was observed. In the presence of HBenBCD, glyburide solubility was also significantly improved in all physiologically relevant test media. Subsequent dissolution experiments confirmed the solubility study results; the dissolution rate and total amount of drug released were significantly increased. Conclusions Complexation with HBenBCD may be an effective way to increase the bioavailability of glyburide.

This diploma thesis deals with the synthesis of conjugates of cyclodextrin with the anticancer drug 5-fluorouracil and folic acid, which works as a targeting group. 5-Fluorouracil is connected to cyclodextrin via an acid-labile linker, which is expected to be cleaved in decreased pH in the proximity of malignant tissue or in the endosome. Malignant tissue also overexpresses receptor for folic acid, and this phenomenon is used for targeted delivery of therapeutic agents. Cyclodextrins are cyclic oligosaccharides, which are known for their ability to complex various compounds into their hydrophobic cavity and increase solubility, stability and bioavailability of these compounds. A synthetic approach for the preparation of conjugate of cyclodextrin with 5-fluorouracil and folic acid was designed and the conjugate was subsequently synthesized. Key words: cyclodextrin, fluorouracil, targeting group, folic acid, drug delivery

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京都大学 / 0048 / 新制・課程博士 / 博士(工学) / 甲第19734号 / 工博第4189号 / 新制||工||1646(附属図書館) / 32770 / 京都大学大学院工学研究科物質エネルギー化学専攻 / (主査)教授 辻 康之, 教授 村田 靖次郎, 教授 杉野目 道紀 / 学位規則第4条第1項該当 / Doctor of Philosophy (Engineering) / Kyoto University / DGAM

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The glycoprotein CD36 is expressed in the plasma membrane (PM) of many cell types that surround or contact arteries, including macrophages, myocytes, and endothelial cells. CD36 binds oxidized low density lipoprotein (oxLDL), which promotes atherosclerosis, and fatty acids (FA), which promotes their cellular uptake. To gain insights into the molecular mechanisms of uptake, HEK293 cells expressing CD36 were studied by cell biological and fluorescence methods. To test our hypothesis that the PM is not an impermeable barrier to FA and that FA move into cells by diffusion via their uncharged form, we first applied biophysical fluorescence spectroscopy to directly measure transmembrane FA movement and membrane fluidity. Expression of CD36 in HEK293 cells did not increase either transport across the PM or the fluidity of the PM compared to HEK293 cells without CD36; however, CD36 enhanced intracellular FA esterification. Furthermore, the widely used “inhibitors” of FA transport did not alter either the rapid FA transmembrane diffusion in HEK293 cells or diffusion in control experiments with protein-free phospholipid bilayers. To gain new insights into the physiological relevance of FA binding to CD36, we applied surface plasmon resonance (SPR) to quantify FA and oxLDL binding to the ectodomain of CD36. Structurally distinct FA [saturated, monounsaturated (cis and trans), polyunsaturated, ω-3, ω-6, and oxidized FA] were pulsed in a solubilized form (bound to methyl-β-cyclodextrin) across SPR channels, generating real-time association and dissociation binding curves. With the exception of the oxidized FA hydroxyoctadecadienoic acid (HODE), all FA tested bound to CD36 with rapid association and dissociation kinetics similar to human serum albumin. In addition, FA increased oxLDL binding to CD36. To investigate whether FA affect CD36-mediated oxLDL uptake in live cells, we monitored fluorescent oxLDL (Dii-oxLDL) uptake using confocal microscopy. Addition of exogenous FA to serum-free media enhanced dose-dependent oxLDL uptake. Exceptions were ω-3 FA, which bound to CD36, and HODE, which did not bind to CD36, demonstrating FA structure-specific effects on a major function of CD36 and a new mechanistic link between atherosclerosis and high levels of FA in obese and Type-II diabetic individuals.