Biochemistry
BDNF
Brain-derived neurotrophic factor — supports neuronal survival, plasticity, and cognition.
Definition
BDNF is a neurotrophin that promotes neuronal growth, differentiation, and synaptic plasticity. Nootropic peptides (Semax, Selank) upregulate BDNF and NGF.
Related terms
Compounds that reference BDNF
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