GRKs and arrestins: Nomenclature and functions in GPCR‐dependent and ‐independent signalling
British Journal of Pharmacology, Volume 183, Issue 11, Page 2619-2633, June 2026.G protein‐coupled receptor (GPCR) kinases (GRKs) and arrestins play a critical role in the regulation of GPCR signalling. Historic names of mammalian GRKs were replaced by systematic ones in the 1990s; however, both kinds of names are currently in use for mammalian arrestins.
Vsevolod V. Gurevich
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A Novel Function of Nonadecanoic Acid in Regulating Glucose Homeostasis
Advanced Science, Volume 13, Issue 26, 8 May 2026.This study identifies the odd‐chain fatty acid C19:0 as an endogenous ligand of GPR120 that promotes glucose homeostasis via Gαq signaling. In obesity, elevated palmitic acid suppresses endogenous C19:0 production through a miRNA–PPARα–HACL1 pathway, offering a promising direction for understanding the role of OCFAs in human health.
Yanting Hou +14 more
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Emerging Evidence for cAMP-calcium Cross Talk in Heart Atrial Nanodomains Where IP3-Evoked Calcium Release Stimulates Adenylyl Cyclases. [PDF]
Contact (Thousand Oaks), 2021 Burton RB, Terrar DA.
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There are more things in heaven and Earth than we dream of in our physiology
The Journal of Physiology, EarlyView.
Victor A. Maltsev +2 more
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Luteinizing hormone receptor knockout mouse: What has it taught us?
Andrology, Volume 14, Issue 4, Page 1017-1028, May 2026.Abstract Luteinizing hormone (LH), along with its agonist choriongonadotropin (hCG) in humans, is the key hormone responsible for the tropic regulation of the gonadal function. LH and hCG act through their cognate receptor, the luteinizing hormone/choriongonadotropin receptor (LHCGR; more appropriately LHR in rodents lacking CG), located in the testis ...
Ilpo T. Huhtaniemi
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Optogenetic modulation of real-time nanoscale dynamics of HCN channels using photoactivated adenylyl cyclases. [PDF]
RSC Chem Biol, 2021 Tanwar M, Kateriya S, Nair D, Jose M.
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A role for epithelium‐derived 6‐nitrodopamine on human ureter contractility
British Journal of Pharmacology, Volume 183, Issue 10, Page 2360-2375, May 2026.Abstract Background and Purpose To investigate the basal release of 6‐nitrodopamine (6‐ND) from human isolated ureter and the role of this novel catecholamine in the ureter contractility. Experimental Approach Ureters from 67 brain‐dead organ donors (40 males and 27 females) were used during kidney transplantation procedures.
Wilmar Azal Neto +12 more
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Opioids in breast cancer: Between analgesia and modulation of tumour progression
British Journal of Pharmacology, Volume 183, Issue 9, Page 1727-1746, May 2026.Preclinical investigations consistently demonstrate that activation of μ‐opioid receptors and δ‐opioid receptors promote proliferation, migration, angiogenesis, epithelial‐mesenchymal transition, acquisition of cancer stem cell phenotypes, and chemoresistance.
Marianna Ciwun +2 more
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Review: “The Disappointment Dilemma: Short‐ and Long‐Term Learning From Negative Outcomes”
European Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 63, Issue 9, May 2026.The habenula routes negative‐outcome signals to VTA, RMTg, and IPN to shape aversive learning and motivation. The lateral habenula encodes acute negative prediction errors to rapidly adapt behavior to threat, fear, and avoidance. The medial habenula integrates repeated stress, drug, and aversive experiences into long‐term negative mood and expectations.
Ines Ibañez‐Tallon +4 more
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Scientific ReportsLocal increases in cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) caused by specific adenylyl cyclases (ACs) can selectively modulate related proteins. AC-selective drugs have an advantage in side effect control, and the specific AC may finally be considered as a
Guangrui Pan +8 more
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