Interactions between $β$-endorphin and kisspeptin neurons of the ewe arcuate nucleus are modulated by photoperiod [PDF]
Journal of Neuroendocrinology, In press, 2023 Opioid peptides are well-known modulators of the central control of reproduction. Among them, dynorphin coexpressed in kisspeptin (KP) neurons of the arcuate nucleus (ARC) has been thoroughly studied for its autocrine effect on KP release through $\kappa$ opioid receptors.
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Adverse maternal environment alters Oprl1 variant expression in mouse hippocampus
The Anatomical Record, Volume 306, Issue 1, Page 162-175, January 2023., 2023 Abstract An adverse maternal environment (AME) and Western diet (WD) in early life predispose offspring toward cognitive impairment in humans and mice. Cognitive impairment associates with hippocampal dysfunction. An important regulator of hippocampal function is the hippocampal Nociceptin/Orphanin FQ (N/OFQ) system. Previous studies find links between
Xingrao Ke +5 more
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Archiv der Pharmazie, Volume 356, Issue 1, January 2023., 2023 Combining ligand‐based and structure‐based methodologies, the applied virtual screening approach identified a collection of sulfonamides targeting the human carbonic anhydrase (hCA) VA isoform. 2‐(3,4‐Dihydro‐2H‐quinolin‐1‐yl)‐N‐(4‐sulfamoylphenyl)acetamide was identified as a potent and selective lead compound as a candidate for further exploitation ...
Laura De Luca +4 more
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Patterns of Routes of Administration and Drug Tampering for Nonmedical Opioid Consumption: Data Mining and Content Analysis of Reddit Discussions [PDF]
J Med Internet Res 2021;23(1):e21212, 2021 The complex unfolding of the US opioid epidemic in the last 20 years has been the subject of a large body of medical and pharmacological research, and it has sparked a multidisciplinary discussion on how to implement interventions and policies to effectively control its impact on public health.
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AAV gene therapy vectors in the TMJ
Clinical and Experimental Dental Research, Volume 8, Issue 6, Page 1561-1566, December 2022., 2022 Abstract Objectives The goal of this project was to evaluate the use of two adeno‐associated viral vector serotypes, adeno‐associated viral vectors (AAV)‐2 and AAV‐6, approved for and used for gene therapy in humans, for the delivery of therapeutic genes to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and the attendant sensory nerves.
Sabine M. Brouxhon +2 more
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Migraine in university students: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
European Journal of Pain, Volume 27, Issue 1, Page 14-43, January 2023., 2023 Abstract Background Migraine is a complex, neurobiological disorder usually presenting as a unilateral, moderate to severe headache accompanied by sensory disturbances. Migraine prevalence has risen globally, affecting 14% of individuals and 16% of students and carries many negative impacts in both cohorts.
Orla Flynn +2 more
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Differential Changes in Expression of Stress- and Metabolic-related Neuropeptides in the Rat Hypothalamus during Morphine Dependence and Withdrawal [PDF]
, 2013 Chronic morphine treatment and naloxone precipitated morphine withdrawal activates stress-related brain circuit and results in significant changes in food intake, body weight gain and energy metabolism.
Ferenczi, Szilamér +6 more
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Ligand-Specific Regulation of the Endogenous Mu-Opioid Receptor by Chronic Treatment with Mu-Opioid Peptide Agonist [PDF]
, 2013 Since the discovery of the endomorphins (EM), the postulated endogenous peptide agonists of the mu-opioid receptors, several analogues have been synthesized to improve their binding and pharmacological profiles.
Birkás, Erika +12 more
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Opioid Receptors in Immune and Glial Cells-Implications for Pain Control [PDF]
, 2020 Opioid receptors comprise μ (MOP), δ (DOP), κ (KOP), and nociceptin/orphanin FQ (NOP) receptors. Opioids are agonists of MOP, DOP, and KOP receptors, whereas nociceptin/orphanin FQ (N/OFQ) is an agonist of NOP receptors.
Celik, Melih Ö., Machelska, Halina
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BU10038 as a safe opioid analgesic with fewer side-effects after systemic and intrathecal administration in primates [PDF]
, 2019 © 2019 British Journal of Anaesthesia. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.Background: The marked increase in mis-use of prescription opioids has greatly affected our society. One potential solution is to develop improved analgesics which have
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