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To review the intrinsic anticancer properties of rare-earth element-based complexes and nanostructures over the past decade.

April 15, 2026MoleculesOpen Access

Rare-Earth Elements at the Interface of Chemistry and Cancer Therapy

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This review examines the anticancer potential of rare-earth elements in cancer therapies, suggesting new treatment pathways.

To review the intrinsic anticancer properties of rare-earth element-based complexes and nanostructures over the past decade.
Analyzed studies on rare-earth elements published in the last ten years.
Investigated selective cytotoxicity against malignant cells.
Examined mechanisms including reactive oxygen species generation and mitochondrial dysfunction.
Assessed the effectiveness of rare-earth compounds in in vitro and in vivo models.
Rare-earth elements exhibit selective toxicity towards tumor cells compared to normal tissues.
Molecular complexes show significant anticancer activity via interactions with DNA and biomolecules.
Nanostructured systems enhance drug delivery and cellular uptake, improving treatment responsiveness.
Different rare-earth elements vary in their levels of anticancer effects.

Goldiș et al. (2026) studied this question.

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April 15, 2026MoleculesOpen Access

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This review examines the anticancer potential of rare-earth elements in cancer therapies, suggesting new treatment pathways.

To review the intrinsic anticancer properties of rare-earth element-based complexes and nanostructures over the past decade.
Analyzed studies on rare-earth elements published in the last ten years.
Investigated selective cytotoxicity against malignant cells.
Examined mechanisms including reactive oxygen species generation and mitochondrial dysfunction.
Assessed the effectiveness of rare-earth compounds in in vitro and in vivo models.
Rare-earth elements exhibit selective toxicity towards tumor cells compared to normal tissues.
Molecular complexes show significant anticancer activity via interactions with DNA and biomolecules.
Nanostructured systems enhance drug delivery and cellular uptake, improving treatment responsiveness.
Different rare-earth elements vary in their levels of anticancer effects.

Goldiș et al. (2026) studied this question.

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