A Cryoprotectant‐Compatible Nanoporous Platform for Stable and Scalable Delivery of Biopharmaceuticals

CRISPR-Cas9 ribonucleoproteins (RNPs) represent a promising class of biopharmaceuticals for treating genetic and complex diseases. However, their clinical translation is limited by instability during storage and delivery. Lyophilization offers a potential solution, though conventional approaches often compromise structural integrity and bioactivity under non-cryogenic conditions. Here, we have developed a nanostructured delivery platform, designated Nano Banker & Blowball (NB<sup>2</sup>), which features a blowball-like architecture and tunable nanoscale pores. These pores are designed to protect RNPs and enable controlled release. The freeze-dried formulation (FNB<sup>2</sup>) integrates optimized cryoprotectants and a surface-engineered nanoparticle design, preserving morphology and function without excessive excipients. FNB<sup>2</sup> exhibits rapid rehydration and retains ∼70% of gene editing activity post-lyophilization, enabling robust functional gene editing in vitro and in vivo. It also maintains long-term stability and supports efficient cellular uptake, enabling administration via multiple routes. FNB<sup>2</sup> represents a scalable and robust platform for genetic therapeutics, vaccines, and biologics, particularly well-suited for resource-limited and emergency medical applications.

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Advanced Materials
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2026-03-12
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https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.202510532
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CRISPR and Genetic Engineering
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Abstract

CRISPR-Cas9 ribonucleoproteins (RNPs) represent a promising class of biopharmaceuticals for treating genetic and complex diseases. However, their clinical translation is limited by instability during storage and delivery. Lyophilization offers a potential solution, though conventional approaches often compromise structural integrity and bioactivity under non-cryogenic conditions. Here, we have developed a nanostructured delivery platform, designated Nano Banker & Blowball (NB<sup>2</sup>), which features a blowball-like architecture and tunable nanoscale pores. These pores are designed to protect RNPs and enable controlled release. The freeze-dried formulation (FNB<sup>2</sup>) integrates optimized cryoprotectants and a surface-engineered nanoparticle design, preserving morphology and function without excessive excipients. FNB<sup>2</sup> exhibits rapid rehydration and retains ∼70% of gene editing activity post-lyophilization, enabling robust functional gene editing in vitro and in vivo. It also maintains long-term stability and supports efficient cellular uptake, enabling administration via multiple routes. FNB<sup>2</sup> represents a scalable and robust platform for genetic therapeutics, vaccines, and biologics, particularly well-suited for resource-limited and emergency medical applications.

Advanced Materials
Seoul National University (KR), Gyeongsang National University (KR), Korea University (KR), Bio-Medical Science (South Korea) (KR), Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KR), Sungkyunkwan University (KR), Korea University of Science and Technology (KR)
Openalex Percentile: Top 26%
CRISPR and Genetic Engineering
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