Cells,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13(1), P. 2 - 2
Published: Dec. 19, 2023
Introduction:
Children
with
fetal
alcohol
spectrum
disorders
(FASD)
exhibit
behavioral
and
affective
dysregulation,
including
hyperactivity
depression.
The
mechanisms
are
not
known,
but
they
could
conceivably
be
due
to
postnatal
social
or
environmental
factors.
However,
we
postulate
that,
more
likely,
the
dysregulation
is
associated
effects
of
EtOH
exposure
on
development
serotonergic
(5-HT)
and/or
dopaminergic
(DA)
pathways,
i.e.,
pathways
that
in
life
believed
regulate
mood.
Many
women
who
use
(ethanol,
EtOH)
during
pregnancy
suffer
from
depression
take
selective
serotonin
reuptake
inhibitors
(SSRIs),
which
might
influence
these
monoaminergic
fetus.
Alternatively,
pathway
abnormalities
reflect
a
direct
effect
brain.
To
distinguish
between
possibilities,
measured
their
expressions
brains
brain-derived
exosomes
(FB-Es)
isolated
mothers’
blood.
We
hypothesized
maternal
SSRIs
would
impaired
neural
development,
detectable
as
abnormal
levels
apoptotic
biomarkers
FB-Es.
Methods:
Fetal
brain
tissues
blood
were
collected
at
9–23
weeks
pregnancy.
groups
compared
unexposed
controls
matched
for
gestational
age
(GA).
expression
84
genes
DA
5-HT
was
analyzed
by
quantitative
reverse
transcription
polymerase
chain
reaction
(qRT-PCR)
microarrays.
FB-Es
also
assayed
transporter
protein
(SERT)
neurotrophic
factor
(BDNF)
enzyme-linked
immunosorbent
assay
(ELISA).
Results:
Six
EtOH-exposed
human
samples
SSRI-
polydrug-exposed
controls.
significant
upregulation
receptor
D3
HTR2C,
while
HTR3A
downregulated.
Monoamine
oxidase
A
(MAOA),
MAOB,
serine/threonine
kinase
AKT3,
caspase-3
upregulated,
mitogen-activated
1
(MAPK1)
AKT2
ETOH
gene,
SERT
There
correlations
(a)
activation,
(b)
reduced
levels,
(c)
BDNF
levels.
SSRI
independently
increased
activity
downregulated
BDNF.
Early
together
synergistically
downregulation
Reduced
strongly
correlated
reduction
eye
diameter,
somatic
manifestation
FASD.
Conclusions:
Maternal
each
changes
monoamine
consistent
potential
Cancer Immunology Immunotherapy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
73(3)
Published: Feb. 13, 2024
Abstract
Monoamine
oxidase
A
(MAOA)
is
a
membrane-bound
mitochondrial
enzyme
present
in
almost
all
vertebrate
tissues
that
catalyzes
the
degradation
of
biogenic
and
dietary-derived
monoamines.
MAOA
known
for
regulating
neurotransmitter
metabolism
has
been
implicated
antitumor
immune
responses.
In
this
review,
we
retrospect
inhibits
activities
various
types
tumor-associated
cells
(such
as
CD8
+
T
macrophages)
by
their
intracellular
monoamines
metabolites.
Developing
novel
inhibitor
drugs
exploring
multidrug
combination
strategies
may
enhance
efficacy
governance.
Thus,
act
checkpoint
or
immunomodulator
influencing
effectiveness
immunotherapy.
conclusion,
promising
target
merits
further
in-depth
exploration
preclinical
clinical
settings.
Food Production Processing and Nutrition,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
6(1)
Published: March 6, 2024
Abstract
Tyramine
is
one
of
the
most
important
biological
amines
in
food,
which
leads
to
food
poisoning
if
consumed
high
amounts.
In
addition
poisoning,
tyramine
drug
interactions.
Foods
can
cause
blood
pressure
and
migraines
people
taking
monoamine
oxidase
(MAO)
inhibitors.
Therefore,
MAO
inhibitors
should
avoid
foods
tyramine.
Cheese
provides
ideal
conditions
for
production
Some
cheeses
contain
amounts
lead
unwanted
effects
These
are
called
cheese
effect
or
interaction.
Considering
importance
subject,
a
systematic
study
was
designed
with
aim
determining
amount
effective
factors
on
production.
The
search
done
three
databases,
including
Scopus,
PubMed,
Science
Direct.
conducted
two
phases.
first
stage,
reported
cheeses,
analytical
method,
measurement,
characteristics
were
discussed.
second
phase,
influencing
its
formation
investigated.
Based
extracted
data,
levels
ranged
from
3.23
1398
mg/kg.
method
measuring
studies
HPLC
method.
According
detailed
review
literature,
included
bacterial
species,
animal
storage
(time
temperature),
pH,
moisture,
salt,
number
somatic
cells.
Basically,
by
identifying
affecting
it
possible
control
Graphical
Medicina,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
60(5), P. 711 - 711
Published: April 25, 2024
This
study
delves
into
the
multifaceted
approaches
to
treating
Parkinson's
disease
(PD),
a
neurodegenerative
disorder
primarily
affecting
motor
function
but
also
manifesting
in
variety
of
symptoms
that
vary
greatly
among
individuals.
The
complexity
PD
necessitates
comprehensive
treatment
strategy
integrates
surgical
interventions,
pharmacotherapy,
and
physical
therapy
tailor
unique
needs
each
patient.
Surgical
options,
such
as
deep
brain
stimulation
(DBS),
have
been
pivotal
for
patients
not
responding
adequately
medication,
offering
significant
symptom
relief.
Pharmacotherapy
remains
cornerstone
management,
utilizing
drugs
like
levodopa,
dopamine
agonists,
others
manage
and,
some
cases,
slow
down
progression.
However,
these
treatments
often
lead
complications
over
time,
fluctuations
dyskinesias,
highlighting
need
precise
dosage
adjustments
sometimes
combination
therapies
optimize
patient
outcomes.
Physical
plays
critical
role
addressing
PD,
including
bradykinesia,
muscle
rigidity,
tremors,
postural
instability,
akinesia.
PT
techniques
are
tailored
improve
mobility,
balance,
strength,
overall
quality
life.
Strategies
gait
balance
training,
strengthening
exercises,
stretching,
functional
training
employed
mitigate
enhance
independence.
Specialized
proprioceptive
neuromuscular
facilitation
(PNF),
Bobath
concept,
use
assistive
devices
integral
rehabilitation
process,
aimed
at
improving
patients'
ability
perform
daily
activities
reducing
risk
falls.
Innovations
technology
introduced
robotic-assisted
(RAGT)
other
devices,
new
possibilities
care.
These
tools
provide
targeted
support
feedback,
allowing
more
intensive
personalized
sessions.
Despite
advancements,
high
costs
accessibility
issues
remain
challenges
addressing.
inclusion
exercise
activity
beyond
structured
sessions
is
encouraged,
with
evidence
suggesting
regular
can
neuroprotective
effects,
potentially
slowing
Activities
treadmill
walking,
cycling,
aquatic
exercises
only
contribute
emotional
well-being
social
interactions.
In
conclusion,
requires
holistic
approach
combines
medical,
surgical,
therapeutic
strategies.
While
there
no
cure,
goal
maximize
abilities
life
through
plans.
integrated
approach,
along
ongoing
research
development
therapies,
offers
hope
management
lives
those
affected
by
this
challenging
disease.
ACS Omega,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
8(41), P. 37731 - 37751
Published: Oct. 3, 2023
The
monoamine
oxidase
enzyme
(MAO),
which
is
bound
on
the
membrane
of
mitochondria,
catalyzes
oxidative
deamination
endogenous
and
exogenous
monoamines,
including
neurotransmitters
such
as
serotonin,
adrenaline,
dopamine.
These
enzymes
have
been
proven
to
play
a
significant
role
in
neurodegeneration;
thus,
they
recently
researched
prospective
therapeutic
targets
for
neurodegenerative
illness
treatment
management.
MAO
inhibitors
already
marketed
neurodegeneration
treatments
despite
their
substantial
side
effects.
Hence,
researchers
are
concentrating
developing
novel
molecules
with
selective
reversible
inhibitory
properties.
Piperine,
phytochemical
component
present
black
pepper,
has
established
potent
inhibitor.
Piperine
encompasses
piperidine
nucleus
antibacterial,
anti-inflammatory,
antihypertensive,
anticonvulsant,
antimalarial,
antiviral,
anticancer
current
Review
focuses
structural
changes
structure–activity
relationships
derivatives
inhibitors.
ACS Chemical Neuroscience,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 4, 2025
It
has
been
reported
that
nicotine
affects
brain
dopamine
homeostasis.
By
binding
to
nicotinic
acetylcholine
receptors,
including
those
expressed
by
dopaminergic
neurons
of
the
ventral
tegmental
area,
stimulates
release
and
signaling.
Dopamine
is
taken
up
from
synaptic
cleft
transporter
(DAT)
into
presynaptic
neurons,
where
it
degraded
monoamine
oxidase
(MAO).
Besides
nicotine,
other
tobacco
compounds
play
a
role
in
modulation.
To
better
understand
biological
effects
on
regulation,
we
selected
group
based
their
potential
affinity
bind
human
MAO-A
MAO-B
enzymes
using
an
silico
approach.
Subsequently,
tested
putative
enzymatic
assay
verify
ability
inhibit
or
MAO-B.
The
positive
hits
were
harman,
norharman,
harmaline,
1-ethyl-β-carboline.
While
harman
norharman
have
extensively
studied,
both
harmaline
1-ethyl-β-carboline
not
described
context
MAO
inhibition
before.
We
investigated
DAT
activity
overexpressing
cell
line
uptake
rat
striatal
synaptosomes.
clearly
demonstrate
inhibitors
(MAO-AIs)
significantly
attenuated
consequent
uptake,
establishing
functional
connection
between
MAOIs
via
DAT.
Interestingly,
MAO-AIs
elicited
pronounced
crude
synaptosomal
preparations.
In
summary,
this
vitro
study
demonstrates
found
cigarette
smoke
only
reduce
but
also
strongly
impact
homeostatic
mechanisms
Further
vivo
investigations
would
advance
our
understanding
underlying
regulation