Understanding Nitrogen Metabolism: Amino Acid Biosynthesis and Ammonia Incorporation
Nitrogen metabolism is crucial in the biosynthesis of amino acids such as glutamate and glutamine, incorporating ammonia for various physiological processes. Ammonia is efficiently transported and stored using compounds like alanine and glutamate, playing a key role in the urea cycle. Glutamate, a v
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Urea Cycle: An Overview of Ammonia Detoxification and Urea Formation
Understand the intricate process of ammonia detoxification through the urea cycle, where amino groups from amino acids are converted to urea for disposal. Learn about the importance of transamination reactions, blood transport of ammonia to the liver, and causes and management of hyperammonemia. Exp
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Applications and Industrial Production of Fermentation in Various Sectors
Fermentation plays a crucial role in the production of organic solvents, food products, condiments, dairy products, processed meats, beverages, vitamins, and pharmaceutical compounds like antibiotics and vaccines. Specific examples include the production of citric acid, lactic acid, monosodium gluta
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The Risks of Food Additives: A Comprehensive Overview
Food additives play a significant role in enhancing and preserving food products, but they also come with potential health risks. This research project delves into the impact of food additives, highlighting concerning additives like brominated vegetable oil (BVO) and monosodium glutamate. The study
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Neurology Insights: Lacosamide Trials and Treatment Targets
Dr. Barbara Lynne Phillips, Assistant Professor of Neurology at WSU BSOM, has expertise in lacosamide trials and treatment targets focusing on ion channels, GABA/glutamate, and other areas. Her main disclosures include participation in Phase II and III trials of lacosamide, a notable medication in t
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Understanding Glutamate: The Primary Excitatory Neurotransmitter
Glutamate and aspartate are primary excitatory neurotransmitters in the CNS, playing crucial roles in neural function. Glutamate is involved in various pathways, including synthesis, metabolism, and receptor interactions, impacting learning, memory, and excitotoxicity. Glutamate receptors, such as N
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Understanding Schizophrenia: Insights from Carlsson et al.'s 2000 Study
Carlsson et al.'s 2000 study on schizophrenia explores the dopamine hypothesis, highlighting the interplay of neurotransmitters like glutamate, serotonin, and GABA. They suggest future drug treatments for schizophrenia, emphasizing the need to consider neurotransmitter interactions beyond dopamine.
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