The Role of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor as an Essential Mediator in Neuronal Functions and the Therapeutic Potential of Its Mimetics for Neuroprotection in Neurologic and Psychiatric Disorders
Tadahiro Numakawa,
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Ryutaro Kajihara
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Molecules,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
30(4), P. 848 - 848
Published: Feb. 12, 2025
Among
neurotrophins,
including
nerve
growth
factor
(NGF),
brain-derived
neurotrophic
(BDNF),
neurotrophin-3
(NT-3),
and
neurotrophin-4
(NT-4/5),
BDNF
has
been
extensively
studied
for
its
physiological
role
in
cell
survival
synaptic
regulation
the
central
nervous
system's
(CNS's)
neurons.
binds
to
TrkB
(a
tyrosine
kinase)
with
high
affinity,
resulting
downstream
intracellular
signaling
cascades
play
crucial
roles
determining
fate,
neuronal
differentiation
maturation
of
CNS
It
well
demonstrated
that
downregulation/dysregulation
BDNF/TrkB
system
is
implicated
pathogenesis
neurologic
psychiatric
disorders,
such
as
Alzheimer's
disease
(AD)
depression.
Interestingly,
effects
mimetic
compounds
flavonoids,
small
molecules
which
can
activate
TrkB-mediated
signaling,
have
investigated
potential
therapeutic
strategies
brain
diseases,
given
p75NTR,
a
common
neurotrophin
receptor,
also
contributes
death
under
variety
pathological
conditions
neurodegeneration.
Since
downregulation
associated
pathophysiology
neurodegenerative
diseases
understanding
how
alterations
contribute
progression
could
provide
valuable
insight
prevention
these
diseases.
The
present
review
shows
recent
advances
molecular
mechanisms
underlying
plasticity,
providing
critical
insights
into
impact
mimetics
Language: Английский
From Lab Bench to Hope: Emerging Gene Therapies in Clinical Trials for Alzheimer’s Disease
Angélica Ortega-Torres,
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Brendan Chernicki,
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Grace Ou
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et al.
Molecular Neurobiology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: July 3, 2024
Language: Английский
Antidepressant Effect of Crossopteryx Febrifuga Trunk Bark Aqueous Extract on Chronic Stress-Induced Depression in Rodents: A Sex-Based Approach
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Language: Английский
Impact of corticoid receptors on Alzheimer’s disease: a neuroendocrine perspective
Falguni Goel,
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Daksh Kumar,
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Anushka Sharma
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Inflammopharmacology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 18, 2025
Language: Английский
Prevalence of bruxism in neurodegenerative disorders in the elderly: A systematic review and meta-analysis
J V Ashwin,
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Astha Singh,
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Mohit Kumar Shahi
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et al.
Industrial Psychiatry Journal,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
34(1), P. 4 - 10
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Bruxism,
characterized
by
the
rhythmic
grinding
and
clenching
of
teeth,
is
a
common
parafunctional
behavior
with
implications
beyond
oral
health.
Recent
interest
has
emerged
in
exploring
its
association
neurodegenerative
disorders
(NDDs),
such
as
Parkinson’s
disease
(PD),
Alzheimer’s
(AD),
frontotemporal
dementia
(FTD).
This
systematic
review
meta-analysis
aimed
to
investigate
prevalence
bruxism
individuals
NDDs,
synthesizing
existing
evidence
identifying
areas
for
further
investigation.
A
comprehensive
search
strategy
was
implemented
across
electronic
databases
(PubMed,
Scopus,
Embase,
Sci
Info),
supplemented
manual
searches
reference
lists.
Studies
were
included
based
on
predefined
criteria
related
data
extraction
quality
assessment
performed
independently
two
reviewers.
Statistical
analysis
involved
using
manager
software,
risk
ratios
(RRs)
calculated
assess
between
NDDs.
Three
studies
meta-analysis,
revealing
higher
NDD
subjects
compared
controls
(RR:
1.52;
95%
CI:
1.33–1.71).
Subgroup
indicated
significant
heterogeneity
among
studies,
no
overall
effect
observed
(Z
=
0.41,
P
>
0.05).
Neuroanatomical
neurobiological
mechanisms
linking
NDDs
explored,
highlighting
dopaminergic
serotonergic
pathways’
roles.
provides
supporting
controls.
The
findings
underscore
need
research
elucidate
underlying
inform
clinical
practice
managing
effectively.
Language: Английский
The neuroplastic brain: current breakthroughs and emerging frontiers
Brain Research,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 149643 - 149643
Published: April 1, 2025
Language: Английский
Resveratrol: A Multifaceted Guardian against Anxiety and Stress Disorders—An Overview of Experimental Evidence
В. Э. Цейликман,
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Olga B. Tseilikman,
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Oleg N. Yegorov
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Nutrients,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(17), P. 2856 - 2856
Published: Aug. 26, 2024
The
medicinal
properties
of
resveratrol
have
garnered
increasing
attention
from
researchers.
Extensive
data
been
accumulated
on
its
use
in
treating
cardiovascular
diseases,
immune
system
disorders,
cancer,
neurological
and
behavioral
disorders.
protective
mechanisms
resveratrol,
particularly
anxiety-related
stress
well
documented.
However,
less
has
given
to
the
side
effects
resveratrol.
This
review
explores
not
only
underlying
anxiolytic
but
also
that
may
lead
increased
anxiety
following
treatment.
Understanding
these
is
crucial
for
enhancing
efficacy
managing
disorders
associated
with
PTSD.
Language: Английский
Alzheimer’s Disease, Obesity, and Type 2 Diabetes: Focus on Common Neuroglial Dysfunctions (Critical Review and New Data on Human Brain and Models)
Brain Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(11), P. 1101 - 1101
Published: Oct. 30, 2024
Obesity,
type
2
diabetes
(T2D),
and
Alzheimer's
disease
(AD)
are
pathologies
that
affect
millions
of
people
worldwide.
They
have
no
effective
therapy
difficult
to
prevent
control
when
they
develop.
It
has
been
known
for
many
years
these
diseases
pathogenic
aspects
in
common.
We
highlight
this
review
neuroglial
cells
(astroglia,
oligodendroglia,
microglia)
play
a
vital
role
the
origin,
clinical-pathological
development,
course
brain
neurodegeneration.
Moreover,
we
include
new
results
T2D-AD
mouse
model
(APP+PS1
mice
on
high-calorie
diet)
investigating.
Language: Английский
Resistance Exercise Training as a New Trend in Alzheimer’s Disease Research: From Molecular Mechanisms to Prevention
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
25(13), P. 7084 - 7084
Published: June 27, 2024
Alzheimer's
disease
is
a
pathology
characterized
by
the
progressive
loss
of
neuronal
connections,
which
leads
to
gray
matter
atrophy
in
brain.
most
prevalent
type
dementia
and
has
been
classified
into
two
types,
early
onset,
associated
with
genetic
factors,
late
environmental
factors.
One
greatest
challenges
regarding
high
economic
cost
involved,
why
number
studies
aimed
at
prevention
treatment
have
increased.
possible
approach
use
resistance
exercise
training,
given
that
it
shown
neuroprotective
effects
disease,
such
as
increasing
cortical
hippocampal
volume,
improving
neuroplasticity,
promoting
cognitive
function
throughout
life
cycle.
However,
how
training
specifically
prevents
or
ameliorates
not
fully
characterized.
Therefore,
aim
this
review
was
identify
molecular
basis
could
prevent
treat
disease.
Language: Английский