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ReviewAdvanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany)2025

Recent Advances in mRNA Delivery Systems for Cancer Therapy.

Zheng Zhang, Ya-Nan Fan, Si-Qi Jiang, Ya-Jing Ma, Yao-Ru Yu, Yu-Xin Qing, Qian-Ru Li, Yi-Lin Liu, Song Shen, Jun Wang

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Review in Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany), 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 12 papers.

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12citing papers in PubMed
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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

Each row is one number read from the abstract, on the scale the paper reported it, with its interval. Left of the dashed line favours the treatment, right favours the comparator. Under each row is the sentence it came from. New to these charts? A ten-minute tutorial.

The abstract states no effect estimate the extractor could read, or names no intervention and outcome on the map, so this paper lights no cell and moves no belief. It is still indexed, cited and linked below.

2 · The registry

The trial behind it

Trials whose registry record cites this paper, or whose number appears in the abstract. A trial that started after this paper was published is citing it as background, not reporting it.

Neither the registry nor the abstract names a trial number. If this is a trial report, that itself is worth knowing.

3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

12 citing papers in PubMed.

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  7. Tumor-Targeted Delivery Therapy Based on PLGA Nanoparticles.Journal of functional biomaterials · 2026
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  8. [Clinical Progress and Prospects of mRNA Tumor Drugs].Sichuan da xue xue bao. Yi xue ban = Journal of Sichuan University. Medical science edition · 2026
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  12. Recent Advances in mRNA Delivery Systems for Cancer Therapy.Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany) · 2025
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4 · The record

Corrections and comments

PubMed lists nothing against this paper. Absence here is not a guarantee, only a check that was made.

5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

10 authors.

Zheng ZhangSchool of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou International Campus, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China.
Ya-Nan FanSchool of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou International Campus, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China.
Si-Qi JiangSchool of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou International Campus, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China.
Ya-Jing MaSchool of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou International Campus, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China.
Yao-Ru YuSchool of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou International Campus, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China.
Yu-Xin QingSchool of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou International Campus, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China.
Qian-Ru LiSchool of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou International Campus, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China.
Yi-Lin LiuSchool of Biomedical Sciences and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou International Campus, Guangzhou, 511442, P. R. China.
Song ShenNational Engineering Research Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China.
Jun WangNational Engineering Research Center for Tissue Restoration and Reconstruction, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, 510006, P. R. China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9957-9208

Funding

Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation 2022B1515020058National Key R&D Program of China 2022YFC3401400National Natural Science Foundation of China 32271444National Natural Science Foundation of China 32430059National Natural Science Foundation of China 52130301National Natural Science Foundation of China 82472124
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

mRNA therapy is a promising approach in oncology, offering innovative applications such as tumor vaccines, protein replacement therapy, cell therapy, and gene therapy. However, challenges such as mRNA stability and delivery efficiency must be addressed. Advances in delivery system technologies are crucial for precise mRNA delivery, enhancing treatment safety and efficacy. The development of delivery systems requires accurate organ or cell targeting, intelligent release mechanisms, and optimized administration routes. This review outlines the applications of mRNA therapy in oncology, as well as the utilization of nonviral vectors, encompassing organic, inorganic, and biomimetic systems. It further elucidates the strategies for passive and active vector targeting and examines recent advances in the realm of stimuli-responsive delivery systems that are sensitive to pH and ultrasound. Additionally, the review addresses the development of noninvasive mRNA delivery systems designed for oral and pulmonary administration. The current challenges and emerging trends of mRNA therapy are discussed, and the potential strategies to mitigate these issues are emphasized.

Indexed as

Drug Delivery SystemsGenetic TherapyGene Transfer TechniquesNeoplasmsRNA, MessengerAnimalsHumansRNA, Messengerbiomaterialscancer immunotherapiescancer treatmentsdelivery systemsmRNA

Identifiers

PMID40391789
PMCPMC12362780

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