Neuroscience Studies

Neuroprotective activity of Colocasia esculenta (L.) Schott leaves against monosodium glutamate-induced excitotoxicity in rats: phytochemical and molecular docking study.

Schott leaves show neuroprotective activity in rats, with 16 polyphenolic compounds identified in -BF and 15 in ME. Isolated compounds bind at target pocket with higher energy. These findings reveal new potential treatments for neurological diseases.

Khazaal HT et al (2024).
Nat Prod Res.
PubMed:
38606753

Solanum nigrum Toxicity and Its Neuroprotective Effect Against Retinal Ganglion Cell Death Through Modulation of Extracellular Matrix in a Glaucoma Rat Model.

Researchers investigated the neuroprotective effects of extract on retinal ganglion cells in a glaucoma rat model. Results show potential for novel neurotherapeutics to treat glaucoma by reducing oxidative stress and remodeling matrix metalloproteinases.

Yadav KS et al (2024).
J Ocul Pharmacol Ther.
PubMed:
38603587

Lactuca sativa L. Extract Enhances Sleep Duration Through Upregulation of Adenosine A1 Receptor and GABA(A) Receptors Subunits in Pentobarbital-Injected Mice.

Researchers found that Lactuc extracts improved sleep in mice by increasing adenosine A1 receptor and GABA receptor subunit expression in the brain. This suggests Lactuc could be used to develop natural sleep aids.

Lee M et al (2024).
J Med Food.
PubMed:
38603571

Biomarker triterpenoids of Centella asiatica as potential antidepressant agents: Combining in vivo and in silico studies.

Study explores antidepressant-like effects of C. asiatica compounds on zebrafish stress model. Madecassoside and asiaticoside show potential in reducing cortisol levels and behavior, offering new treatment possibilities for depression.

Mando Z et al (2024).
Behav Brain Res.
PubMed:
38599249

Engeletin alleviates depressive-like behaviours by modulating microglial polarization via the LCN2/CXCL10 signalling pathway.

Engeletin from Smilax glabra rhizomilax alleviates depression in mice by modulating microglial polarization and suppressing inflammatory pathways. Potential new avenue for antidepressant treatment targeting microglia.

Zhang J et al (2024).
J Cell Mol Med.
PubMed:
38597406

Non-cytotoxic nanomolar concentration of arctigenin protects neuronal cells from chemotherapy-induced ferroptosis by regulating SLC7A11-cystine-cysteine axis.

Arctigenin from Arctium lappa plant protects neurons from drug-induced neurotoxicity by preventing ferroptosis through activating SLC7A11-cystine-cysteine axis. Potential novel agent for neuroprotection.

Li Z et al (2024).
Biochem Biophys Res Commun.
PubMed:
38593620

Cannabidiol improves the cognitive function of SAMP8 AD model mice involving the microbiota-gut-brain axis.

CBD improves cognition and activates microglia shift in AD model mice. It enhances gut barrier, reduces toxic metabolites, and lowers LPS levels, suggesting a potential therapeutic role in AD.

Ma BQ et al (2024).
J Toxicol Environ Health A.
PubMed:
38590254

Improvement effects of cyclic peptides from Annona squamosa on cognitive decline in neuroinflammatory mice.

Cyclic peptide Cylic(PIYAG) from Annona squamosa improves spatial memory, reduces inflammation markers, and passes through intestinal barrier. Potential for preventing cognitive decline.

Li B et al (2023).
Food Sci Biotechnol.
PubMed:
38585570