Multifaceted Applications of Ferritin Nanocages in Delivering Metal Ions, Bioactive Compounds, and Enzymes: A Comprehensive Review
Jiangnan Hu,
Xinmei Sha,
Yue Li
et al.
Abstract:Ferritin,
a distinctive iron-storage protein, possesses a unique
cage-like nanoscale structure that enables it to encapsulate and deliver
a wide range of biomolecules. Recent advances prove that ferritin
can serve as an efficient 8 nm diameter carrier for various bioinorganic
nutrients, such as minerals, bioactive polyphenols, and enzymes. This
review offers a comprehensive summary of ferritin’s structural
features from different sources and emphasizes its functions in iron
supplementation, calcium delivery, … Show more
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