Acetylcholinesterase: The “Hub” for Neurodegenerative Diseases and Chemical Weapons Convention

Acetylcholinesterase: The “Hub” for Neurodegenerative Diseases and Chemical Weapons Convention

This article describes acetylcholinesterase (AChE), an enzyme involved in parasympathetic neurotransmission, its activity, and how its inhibition can be pharmacologically useful for treating dementia, caused by Alzheimer’s disease, or as a warfare method due to the action of nerve agents....

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Main Authors: Samir F. de A. Cavalcante, Alessandro B. C. Simas, Marcos C. Barcellos, Victor G. M. de Oliveira, Roberto B. Sousa, Paulo A. de M. Cabral, Kamil Kuča, Tanos C. C. França
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-03-01
Series:Biomolecules
Subjects:
acetylcholinesterase
alzheimer’s disease
nerve agents
chemical weapons convention
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2218-273X/10/3/414

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