Abstract
A β-galactosidase activatable fluorescent turn-on theranostic Gal-CGem exhibits gemcitabine release specifically in β-galactosidase overexpressing hepatic carcinoma cells. The cytotoxicity of Gal-CGem in cancer cells is achieved through the apoptotic cell death pathway. Overall, Gal-CGem is a new frontline prodrug in cancer therapy that has provided antineoplastic information through fluorescence imaging.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 6413-6416 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Chemical Communications |
Volume | 58 |
Issue number | 44 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 3 May 2022 |
Externally published | Yes |