Structure–activity relationship study of vitamin k derivatives yields highly potent neuroprotective agents

BJ Josey, ES Inks, X Wen, CJ Chou

Index: Josey, Benjamin J.; Inks, Elizabeth S.; Wen, Xuejun; Chou, C. James Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 2013 , vol. 56, # 3 p. 1007 - 1022

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Abstract

Historically known for its role in blood coagulation and bone formation, vitamin K (VK) has begun to emerge as an important nutrient for brain function. While VK involvement in the brain has not been fully explored, it is well-known that oxidative stress plays a critical role in neurodegenerative diseases. It was recently reported that VK protects neurons and oligodendrocytes from oxidative injury and rescues Drosophila from mitochondrial defects ...