8 results match your criteria: "University of International Integration of Afro-Brazilian Lusofonia[Affiliation]"
Chem Biodivers
July 2024
Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Science Center, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, CE, 60455-760, Brazil.
The crude acetone extract of a marine Micromonospora sp. strain associated with Eudistoma vannnamei was fractioned with hexane and ethyl acetate. The crude extract and both soluble fractions were assayed against several bacteria strains.
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February 2024
Graduate Program in Biological Chemistry, Department of Biological Chemistry, Regional University of Cariri, Crato, CE, Brazil.
Chalcones have an open chain flavonoid structure that can be obtained from natural sources or by synthesis and are widely distributed in fruits, vegetables, and tea. They have a simple and easy to handle structure due to the α-β-unsaturated bridge responsible for most biological activities. The facility to synthesize chalcones combined with its efficient in combating serious bacterial infections make these compounds important agents in the fight against microorganisms.
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March 2023
Division of Neurology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC 27710, USA.
Apolipoprotein E (apoE) mimetic peptides are engineered fragments of the native apoE protein's LDL-receptor binding site that improve the outcomes following a brain injury and intestinal inflammation in a variety of models. The vicious cycle of enteric infections and malnutrition is closely related to environmental-driven enteric dysfunction early in life, and such chronic inflammatory conditions may blunt the developmental trajectories of children with worrisome and often irreversible physical and cognitive faltering. This window of time for microbiota maturation and brain plasticity is key to protecting cognitive domains, brain health, and achieving optimal/full developmental potential.
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February 2024
Group of Theoretical Chemistry and Electrochemistry, State University of Ceará, Limoeiro Do Norte, CE, Brazil.
Tinnitus is a syndrome that affects the human auditory system and is characterized by a perception of sounds in the absence of acoustic stimuli, or in total silence. Research indicates that muscarinic acetylcholine receptors (mAChRs), especially the M1 type, have a fundamental role in the alterations of auditory perceptions of tinnitus. Here, a series of computer-aided tools were used, from molecular surface analysis software to services available on the web for estimating pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJ Biomol Struct Dyn
January 2024
Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Science Center, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, CE, Brazil.
General anxiety disorders are among the most prevalent mental health problems worldwide. The emergence and development of anxiety disorders can be due to genetic (30-50%) or non-genetic (50-70%) factors. Despite medical progress, available pharmacotherapies are sometimes ineffective or can cause undesirable side effects.
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February 2024
Postgraduate Program in Energy and Environment - PGEA, Institute of Engineering and Sustainable Development, University of International Integration of Afro-Brazilian Lusofonia, Acarape, Ceará, Brazil.
Anxiety-related mental health problems are estimated at 3.6% globally, benzodiazepines (BZDs) are the class of drugs indicated for the treatment of anxiety, including lorazepam and diazepam. However, concerns have been raised about the short- and long-term risks associated with BZDs.
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December 2023
Faculty of Philosophy Dom Aureliano Matos, State University of Ceará, Limoeiro do Norte, CE, Brazil.
Some insects produce venoms to defend against predators and directly interact with opioid receptors. In the present study, it was identified two alkaloids in the wasp venom species . It was demonstrated that these could act as potential inhibitors of opioid receptors through their robust affinity to the receptors.
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November 2023
Theoretical Chemistry and Electrochemistry Group, State University of Ceará, Limoeiro do Norte, Brazil.
L. (Verbenaceae), commonly called lead cambará, has often been used in folk medicine as antiseptic, antispasmodic, against hemorrhages, flu, colds, and diarrheic. This plant is considered a weed and an ornamental and medicinal plant and is an essential source of natural organic compounds, mainly flavonoids.
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