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Therapeutic Oligonucleotides for Neurodegenerative Diseases: Aptamer Strategies and Clay Nanoparticle-Based Delivery.

Valentina Arciuolo, Federica D'Aria, Maria Rita Caruso, Martina Maria Calvino, Jussara Amato, Giuseppe Lazzara, Stefana Milioto, Concetta Giancola, Giuseppe Cavallaro, Bruno Pagano

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Review in Chemical record (New York, N.Y.), 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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3 · Its place in the literature

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2 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

10 authors.

Valentina ArciuoloDepartment of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II, 80131, Naples, Italy.ORCID 0009-0008-8001-8898
Federica D'AriaDepartment of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II, 80131, Naples, Italy.
Maria Rita CarusoDepartment of Physics and Chemistry - Emilio Segrè, University of Palermo, 90128, Palermo, Italy.ORCID 0000-0003-0821-5703
Martina Maria CalvinoDepartment of Physics and Chemistry - Emilio Segrè, University of Palermo, 90128, Palermo, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-3417-9032
Jussara AmatoDepartment of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II, 80131, Naples, Italy.ORCID 0000-0001-6096-3544
Giuseppe LazzaraDepartment of Physics and Chemistry - Emilio Segrè, University of Palermo, 90128, Palermo, Italy.ORCID 0000-0003-1953-5817
Stefana MiliotoDepartment of Physics and Chemistry - Emilio Segrè, University of Palermo, 90128, Palermo, Italy.ORCID 0000-0003-1180-3047
Concetta GiancolaDepartment of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II, 80131, Naples, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-0360-6062
Giuseppe CavallaroDepartment of Physics and Chemistry - Emilio Segrè, University of Palermo, 90128, Palermo, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-2145-0161
Bruno PaganoDepartment of Pharmacy, University of Naples Federico II, 80131, Naples, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-7716-9010

Funding

European Union - Next Generation EU P2022C5PWYMinistero dell'Università e della Ricerca
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Aptamers have emerged as promising therapeutic oligonucleotides (TOs) due to their structural adaptability, high binding affinity, and remarkable specificity toward diverse biological targets. Among them, G-quadruplex-forming aptamers stand out for their unique secondary structures and distinct chemical properties. Their potential in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Huntington's lies in their ability to inhibit protein aggregation and modulate pathogenic pathways. However, their application is hindered by enzymatic degradation and limited membrane permeability. To overcome these issues, chemical modifications, such as backbone and sugar alterations, and nanomaterial-based delivery strategies have been developed. Notably, clay nanoparticles, such as halloysite nanotubes and montmorillonite, have gained attention as effective carriers for TOs, enhancing their structural stability and bioavailability. This review discusses recent advancements in aptamer-based TOs, with a focus on G-quadruplex-forming oligonucleotides, their therapeutic potential in neurodegenerative diseases, and innovative nanocarrier systems that can improve their stability and targeted delivery. Finally, it highlights current challenges and future directions in the chemical design and formulation of aptamer-based therapeutics for targeted applications.

Indexed as

Aptamers, NucleotideNanoparticlesNeurodegenerative DiseasesOligonucleotidesAnimalsClayDrug CarriersDrug Delivery SystemsG-QuadruplexesHumansAptamers, NucleotideClayDrug CarriersOligonucleotidesaptamersdrug deliveryG‐quadruplexesnanomaterialsnucleic acids

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PMID41053953
PMCPMC12521963

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