Photodynamic molecular beacons: An image -guided therapeutic approach for vertebral metastases.

Tracy W. Liu, Margarete Akens, Juan Chen, Lisa Wise-Milestone, Brian C. Wilson, Gang Zheng

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingConference contribution

Abstract

We demonstrate the metastatic-specific activation of photodynamic molecular beacons by matrix metalloproteinases as a useful image-guidance tool with an unprecedented level of PDT selectivity for the therapeutic management of breast cancer spinal metastases.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationBiomedical Optics, BIOMED 2012
PublisherOptical Society of America (OSA)
PagesBSu3A.83
ISBN (Print)9781557529428
DOIs
StatePublished - 2012
EventBiomedical Optics, BIOMED 2012 - Miami, FL, United States
Duration: Apr 28 2012May 2 2012

Publication series

NameBiomedical Optics, BIOMED 2012

Other

OtherBiomedical Optics, BIOMED 2012
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityMiami, FL
Period4/28/125/2/12

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Biotechnology
  • Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics

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