Abstract
AbstractOne of the latest immunotherapeutic strategies involves modulating the tumor microenvironment through Toll‐like receptors (TLRs). However, Toll‐like receptor agonists may induce severe systemic inflammation. Bif@PBi‐R, a bacterial nanomotor is developed with tumor‐targeting properties in this study. Bismuth‐based nanoparticles loaded with R848 (Bi‐R NPs) are bound to anaerobic bifidobacteria via polydopamine adhesion. Bif@PBi‐R is designed to deliver bismuth‐based nanoparticles carrying R848 specifically to the tumor area to activate anti‐tumor immunotherapy. Bismuth is an excellent nanomaterial for photothermal conversion. Therefore, Bif@PBi‐R not only enhances the efficacy of photothermal therapy to kill tumor cells directly but also boosts the anti‐tumor immune response through its photothermal therapeutic effect. Combining Bif@PBi‐R with 808 nm laser irradiation significantly promoted dendritic cell (DCs) maturation, leading to a potent anti‐tumor effect. In summary, this bacterial nanomotor effectively enhances the efficacy of immunotherapy when combined with photothermal therapy (PTT).
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