Neuroprotection

Neuroprotection refers to the relative preservation of neuronal structure and function through mechanisms that shield neurons from injury, degeneration, oxidative damage, inflammation, and apoptosis. Neuroprotective strategies are critically important in research related to traumatic brain injury, stroke, neurodegenerative diseases, and age-related cognitive decline. Several research peptides have demonstrated neuroprotective properties in preclinical models. BPC-157 has shown protective effects on dopaminergic neurons and has been studied in models of traumatic brain injury. NAD+ supports neuronal health by fuelling mitochondrial function in the brain's highly energy-demanding neurons and activating SIRT1-mediated neuroprotective pathways. GHK-Cu has demonstrated neuroprotective gene expression modulation in genomic studies. These findings position peptide-based neuroprotection as an active and promising area of research.