Flavonoids Activation of the Transcription Factor Nrf2 as a Hypothesis Approach for the Prevention and Modulation of SARS-CoV-2 Infection Severity
The Nrf2-Keap1-ARE pathway is the principal regulator of antioxidant and phase II detoxification genes. Its activation increases the expression of antioxidant and cytoprotective proteins, protecting cells against infections. Nrf2 modulates virus-induced oxidative stress, ROS generation, and disease...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-07-01
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Series: | Antioxidants |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/9/8/659 |