Phytochemicals as Promising Molecules in Acute and Chronic Neurodegeneration

Dear Collegues,

In recent years, phytochemical compounds have gained increasing importance and have been extensively studied for their potential beneficial effects on a variety of disorders, ranging from cardiovascular and metabolic diseases to cancer and neurodegeneration. I am particularly interested in phytochemicals as molecules known to produce biological effects in the brain, such as modulating neurotransmitter activity, cellular clearing mechanisms like autophagy and the proteasome, and providing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. In this way, these molecules influence neurogenesis, regulate mitochondrial homeostasis, and prevent protein aggregation. Given the multiple effects exerted by phytochemicals on neurodegenerative disorders, it is crucial to dedicate a Special Issue devoted to publishing the relevant effects produced by various phytochemicals as bioactive compounds and to decipher the most relevant protective mechanisms both in vivo and in vitro. In detail, this Special Issue of Molecules focuses on phytochemicals as molecules potentially useful in counteracting neurodegeneration.

We invite researchers to share their findings in this field, either through original research, commentary, perspectives, or review articles.

Submissions to this Special Issue do not have to be limited to the areas mentioned in the keywords.

Dr. Paola Lenzi
Guest Editor

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